How Do I ... Germany?

Here is a collection of “How To”, “What Is” and “Why Does” guides which should cover some of the most basic “I am moving to Germany and excited / scared / nervous / hungry for meat in tube form / have a generic question” thoughts and feelings any newcomer would have. They are written from my perspective, are not legal advices, do not cover every scenario possible, and have a bit of tongue in cheek in them for your entertainment. I think I’ve covered most of the basics and some not-so-basics but if you have a question let me know and I’ll investigate.        

Life in Germany

Grocery Shopping in Germany

What are the grocery stores in Germany like? And what’s in them? And why am I so stressed when I leave the checkout counter?

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culture shock timeline

Growing a Thicker Skin

I don’t need a dermatologist for this.

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Trash & Recycling

It’s complicated.

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Why is Germany Never Open?

Or: Why is Everything Always Closed? I’ve got some thoughts.

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Moving to Germany

One cat in the wall, while the other is on the roof

Of which TheCats are the main characters.

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Renting an Apartment in Germany

How to find and build a nest in Germany.

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Working in Germany

Wiesbaden Specific

Alarms and Sirens

It’s so loud!

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Review: Modern Art Exhibition in the Wiesbaden Kunstverein

I recently attended an art exhibit opening at the Wiesbaden Art Society, which is located on the “boulevard” of Wiesbaden: Wilhelmstraße. Normally, I am not

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