In this vlog I’m taking you with me through the truth of my last day of teaching in New Zealand — not the “perfect ending” version, but the real emotions and reality behind closing a chapter. I share what was going through my mind at work, what it feels like to say goodbye to a routine you’ve built, and how leaving a job abroad can be both exciting and heavy at the same time. If you’re a teacher or an expat who’s ever had to start over, you’ll understand exactly what I mean. I also bring you into my normal day-to-day life as a South African living in New Zealand, including a lunch date and the little moments in between that make up real life here. It’s a mix of reflection, lifestyle, and the practical side of living abroad — the kind of content I wish I had when I was figuring out my own moves from Japan to New Zealand. If you’re in that “should I stay, should I go, what’s next?” season, this video is for you.