What do you do when you want to make your dream your address, like Marcel Proust; you idolize Italian men; you imagine life on earth should be about all things Italian, and you have “Che palle!” or “Porca miseria!" or “Stronza!” down pat? And what if your mom periodically, okay at least twice a day,...
Jennifer's experience works as a good reminder that the life of an expat isn't always an easy one. And that that which is good comes at a price.Ever since she first traveled to Tuscany, Jennifer felt herself drawn to the people and the place. She knew she had found her "soul country" and was prepare...
Title: At Least You’re In Tuscany: A Somewhat Disastrous Quest for the Sweet Life Author: Jennifer Criswell Genre: Memoir Publisher: Gemelli Press Available: NOW Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars For some reason, it is an American obsession to visit Italy – live in Italy. It is the topic of several best s...
I loved At Least You're in Tuscany. Loved it! I lived in Italy as a kid, a few hours south of Montepulciano. I've been back once (13 years ago as a college student) and I admit I've since had dreams of returning as an expat. Jennifer Criswell acted on her dreams. With no specific plan and no job pro...