In this week’s Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with Frankie — an English teacher from a small-town in Georgia in the US who has called Colombia home for the past eight years. Frankie’s story takes us from a life-changing trip to Nicaragua, to falling in love, selling everything she owned, and starting fresh in a new country.We talk about the highs and lows of living abroad — visa challenges, learning a new language, and adjusting to everyday life in a completely different culture. Frankie shares how she’s stayed connected to home through music, food, and traditions, while building a life she loves in South America.This is a conversation for anyone thinking about moving overseas, learning Australian English, or finding their feet in a new country. It’s honest, relatable, and full of moments that will make you nod along in recognition.You’ll hear us chat about:Moving abroad for love and adventureSettling into a new culture and communityDealing with visa and work challengesThe little things that help you feel at homeLearning and teaching English in a foreign countryKey Highlights:From Small-Town Georgia to Colombian CitiesFalling in Love and Changing Life PlansCOVID Lockdowns Across CulturesNavigating Work Visas and Teaching in ColombiaDealing with Cultural Isolation and Staying ConnectedFinding Comfort Through Food, Music and MediaVegemite Scrolls, Aussie Humour and Cultural NostalgiaLooking to improve your own Aussie English?I offer 1:1 coaching, group classes, and online courses designed to help you sound more natural, build confidence, and feel at home in Australian conversations.📲How to Contact Frankie🌏 Website: https://Peachteachenglish.com▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PeachTeachEnglish📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peachteachenglish💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frances-mesmer-english-tutor/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@peachteachenglishIf you’re interested in watching more interviews with American English teachers, you can check out these interviews:JoshSamHannaChrisEllieJesús

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