My family has lived on a farm for 15 years. This lifestyle isn't easy, but it's been great for my kids.

Tech Insider : Business, Sports
The writer's daughter helps clean a cow on the farm.
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Billi J. Miller

I'm an American who's worked in Germany for years. The corporate culture and job security feel much better here.

Tech Insider : Business
Man holding paperwork in front of German flag
I've lived in Germany for almost a decade, and I've noticed the work-life balance here feels different from what I've seen in the US.

Joe Baur

I've traveled over 4,500 miles on Amtrak trains. My rides have been better than expected and filled with surprises.

Tech Insider : Travel, Travel, Business
Malia stands in front of the Amtrak logo on a train.
After traveling over 4,500 miles on Amtrak, I've learned some surprising things about train travel.

Malia Yoshioka

I had a 200-person wedding on a Tuesday. It felt risky, but most guests showed up and partied as if it were Saturday.

Tech Insider : Business, Travel
Author Lynnette Lyons and her husband smiling
My husband and I chose to get married on a Tuesday many years ago. I'm still pleasantly surprised by just how many people showed up.

Lynnette Lyons

I tried on jeans at Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap. My favorite pair was incredibly comfortable.

Tech Insider : Business, Style, Travel
Mike wearing jeans from Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap.
I tried on jeans at Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap.

Mike Vulpo

I quit my corporate job and spent 18 months living on a sailboat. My mindset's completely shifted now that I'm back on land.

Tech Insider : Travel, Business
The writer and her partner in front of their sailboat.
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Laura Keys

I spent a month in Malta to see if I might want to retire there. It seemed great on paper, but it wasn't a fit.

Tech Insider : Business, Travel
Author Louise Slyth smiling with glass of wine
I thought retiring in Malta was a great idea — but after a month there, I changed my mind

Louise Slyth

I've been making this simple Ina Garten recipe for almost 20 years. It's easy, nutritious, and a total crowd-pleaser.

Tech Insider : Business
A bowl of roasted shrimp and orzo.
I love making Ina Garten's roasted shrimp and orzo recipe.

Lauren Finney Harden

After visiting 90 countries, I mostly avoid round-trip flights. 'Open-jaw' tickets are way better.

Tech Insider : Travel, Travel, Business
Author Jamie Davis Smith smiling in front of tree-coverde mountains in selfie
Over the years, I've found that the best way for me to travel is by flying into one city and out of another.

Jamie Davis Smith

I'm an American who moved to France 4 years ago. My lifestyle and routine have improved in so many ways.

Tech Insider : Business, Environment, Politics
The writer standing near the water in France.
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Audrey Bruno

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