This heartfelt memoir of Brenda's life abroad is peppered with funny and poignant stories from her childhood illustrating the quirks and dysfunctions that shaped her. She reflects on the challenges of motherhood in a foreign country , the unexpected twists of life abroad, and the joy and anguish of making a home out of unfamiliar places. Travel enthusiasts, bicultural families, and anyone who has ever dreamed of a life beyond their hometown will enjoy this colorful, vivid portrayal of how Brenda creates her own niche.