It hit me hard when my daughter left for university in another country. At first, I felt super disconnected, like I had no clue what was going on with her day to day. What helped us was setting weekly video call times that both of us stuck to, even when she got busy. Sending care packages with familiar snacks and little handwritten notes made a big difference too. Also, we designated one room in each place we've moved into as “her room,” even if she only visits twice a year. That helped give her consistency and something to look forward to.

For longer trips, though, it’s really worth digging into the fine print. The deductible and coverage caps vary so much depending on the provider.

If you're considering a vacation spot, I'd recommend checking options for destinations like Myrtle Beach. It's budget-friendly and great for families. You can get info on accommodations that fit well into family travel.

I wouldn't stay. The stress alone isn't worth it. Leaving after one term and taking a "sabbatical" sounds like the best option to preserve your mental health and future job prospects. A bad reference from that SLT isn't worth the misery.

I totally get the hunt for affordable travel insurance! When I traveled with my family to different places last year, we found it challenging to balance coverage and cost. We ended up using World Nomads for a short trip, as their Standard plan worked well for us.

This sounds like a really cool opportunity for anyone teaching middle school English at an international school in Korea. I’ve been teaching here for a couple of years now, and programs like this are rare, especially ones focused on creative writing. If you’re into mentoring and helping kids develop their writing skills, it could be a great fit. Expanding into something that might grow across Asia also sounds like it could be a rewarding challenge. Definitely worth looking into if it feels like your kind of thing!