Category: Living abroad

My first days in Oaxaca

On By Nicole HennigIn Living abroad, Location flexibility, Mexico, Oaxaca, Mexico5 Comments

I’m here in beautiful Oaxaca, Mexico, staying in a cute, furnished apartment that I booked sight-unseen, online.

My apartment in Oaxaca for the month of May
My apartment in Oaxaca for the month of May

I really like the apartment and the owners are super-friendly. They also speak English, which helps because my Spanish is elementary. I’ve got a one-bedroom that has everything I need, including wifi. Continue reading “My first days in Oaxaca” →

Cheaper than staying home – researching places to live

On By Nicole HennigIn Living abroad, Living in the U.S., Minimalism, Work & money1 Comment

Like many people with professional jobs, I spent most of my salary every year for quite a few years. I saved some money in short-term savings and contributed to my 401K, but I didn’t really save a big portion of my income. I live in the Boston area, where housing costs are high. Continue reading “Cheaper than staying home – researching places to live” →