Anelise at left with her au pair friend Poliana at our 2009 holiday party
Hi dear current aupairs,
My name is Anelise. It’s been 2 years since I was an aupair and I remember how homesick we can get at times. Especially, on Christmas, when all the families get together.
At this time, I want you all to know that you don’t see it right now. But, take it from me: you will miss it! There are going to be times when you look back and wish you had taken advantage of every second of this different experience. Being in the USA for Christmas is something really special! Do not waste your time whinning about not being home. YOU’VE SPENT CHRISTMAS AT HOME MOST OF YOUR TIME!!! So, why not trying something different?!
So, here’s what I say: wake up in the morning, hug and kiss your kids, wish them Merry Christmas, be thankful, get together around Christmas tree, open presents, sing Christmas song, dress beautifully for dinner, eat, see snow (if there’s any), ENJOY IT TO THE FULLEST!
Aupair life has to do with choices all the time. You either choose to be sad, locked in your room OR you decide to push aside all these negatives thoughts that bring you down and make your Christmas experience be one of a kind!!!!
I, myself, hope you choose number 2! If it’s difficult, call a friend. I had an amazing German friend who helped me out so much. We had so much fun together and it’s important, it’s HUMAN to need friends. Don’t shut yourself off from the other aupairs. MAKE FRIENDS! You’ll keep them for life! Take me as an example: I live in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. My best buddy is from German. Two years have gone by and I am 2 weeks from visiting her. Yes! I am going to Germany to visit her. She is very excited to have me and so am I. Where did I meet her? How did we become so friends? THERE! Living the same life, sharing difficulties, sharing happy and funny moments! Maria knows that!=D
Aupair life is all about getting mature and growing in so many areas…start with Christmas! Be happy!! It’s a happy celebratrion because God’s son was born!!!!!
So, I wish from my heart a Merry Christmas to you all and may your New Year’s resolutions be successful!
Anelise.
Aupair life has to do with choices all the time. You either choose to be sad, locked in your room OR you decide to push aside all these negatives thoughts that bring you down and make your Christmas experience be one of a kind!!!!
