Embracing a Creative Life in Malaga, Spain with Lori L. Tharps: Aging Abroad

Special Series: Aging Abroad  In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, past podcast guest Lori L.Tharps shares her journey of moving to Spain with her family and the challenges and triumphs they faced over the years. She reflects on her son's educational struggles and successes, her daughter's adaptation to Spanish life, and the cultural differences they've embraced. Lori discusses her professional shift from academia to creating a community for BIPOC women writers and her achievements in fostering creative connections. She candidly speaks about the concept of aging, both personally and for her family, and highlights the importance of wellness, self-care, and planning for the future.  This Episode Covers: Settling into Life in Spain  Launching a Child into University  Affirming Black Identity Abroad  Motherhood Abroad: Evolution and Reflections  Professional Evolution and Leaving Academia  Pursuing a Creative Life Abroad  Building a Writing Community  Reflections on Aging Abroad      To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes   Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee  (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/)   Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme Music