An Englishman, a Scotsman and a Welsh woman walk into a Brexit…this is no joke

Posted March 7, 2019
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Written by Colin Rae

On 29 March, the unthinkable will happen: Britain will leave the EU. Even the best political analysts, economists and legislative experts cannot say for sure what will happen now. All I know for sure is this will be a sad day in European history.

A real stoater

Posted May 28, 2018
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Written by Colin Rae

I’m about to set off for Scotland to attend my sister’s wedding. I’m really excited to get into my kilt and celebrate in style with family and friends. And since this promises to be quite the international affair, I’m sure to be treated to my fair share of linguistic surprises.

Identity 2: There’s no place like home

Posted December 21, 2017
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Written by Colin Rae

What defines the relationship between nationality and identity? Or even between language and identity? After almost 15 years in Germany, I find myself looking back. And as Brexit looms, I also find myself forced to look to the future.

My German Thanksgiving

Posted December 18, 2017
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Written by Kristin Fehlauer

Celebrating a holiday as an expat can be challenging. Feelings of homesickness are compounded by a sense of isolation when the world around you doesn’t know or understand what or why you’re celebrating. But it’s a situation that can also spark new realizations.

Identity 1: Kilts and knödl

Posted December 7, 2017
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Written by Colin Rae

What defines the relationship between nationality and identity? Or even between language and identity? After almost 15 years in Germany, I find myself looking back. And as Brexit looms, I also find myself forced to look to the future.