Long-time listeners will know that we, Steph and Lauren, like to joke that our mothers are our biggest fans. So, in honor of May and Mother's Day, we are introducing them to you.

What do parents of Foreign Service employees and accompanying spouses think about the diplomatic lifestyle? What are their fears and opinions about what we do? What's their advice for other far away relatives?

This is the episode to share with your own far away friends and family, or with a new EFM who is still adjusting to foreign service life. We loved talking to our moms about stereotypes, misconceptions and the joys of a global life.