How I 'Summer' While Living Abroad

What if summer didn’t feel like unpaid overtime with a side of mom guilt?In this episode of Abroadly Speaking, I pull back the curtain on what summer really looks like when you leave the U.S.—and no, it’s not all white linen beach photos and perfect sunsets.I share my own story of swapping a spreadsheet full of “free” activities (that still cost $75) for a life where summer isn’t something to survive. From six-week school breaks and paid vacation that actually lets you rest, to day camps that teach independence instead of just supervision—this is the unfiltered, real-life version of raising a kid abroad.We talk about: ✅ How summer in Switzerland actually works (spoiler: it’s not 12 weeks of chaos) ✅ Why living abroad didn’t make life perfect—but made it damn more livable ✅ Letting go of guilt about “not doing enough” every day ✅ The quiet truth: wanting more space, slower days, and less panic doesn’t make you selfish—it makes you awakeIf you’re currently googling “affordable summer camps near me” or “how old can a kid be home alone,” take this as your sign:It doesn’t have to be like this.✨ Want to take the first step? Grab my free visa checklist—a real, no-fluff list of what you actually need to get your paperwork started.🌍 Ready for more?Follow along on Instagram @iammistelle for the real, messy, hilarious life abroadLeave a quick review to help other women (and moms) dreaming of a slower, saner life abroad find usSubscribe so you never miss an episodeLife’s too short to stay stuck. Let’s see what’s possible—together.