This story is about an American woman, Aly, who moved to Germany and loves it there. She’s a happy wife, mother, and also has a Ph.D. She made a TiKTok account, @usa.mom.in.germany, where she posts regular updates about the massive differences in living between the two countries. Recently, Aly came across a news article that described a wisconsin family’s tragic pitbull incident, which sparked a discussion among her followers about the cultural attitudes towards pet ownership in Germany versus the United States. Many of her viewers were shocked by the details and shared their own experiences with pets in different countries. This prompted Aly to create a video addressing the importance of responsible pet ownership and the differences in regulations surrounding pets abroad.
Aly’s Reasons Why She’s Never Moving Back
In a video that has gained more than 1.8 million views on TikTok, Aly shared twelve of her most important reasons why she, as a mother and a wife, would never want to move back to the USA. It’s a “stitch” video – where TikTokers ask each other questions and answers. TikToker @v.brittney.posted a video asking her question:
“If you’re an American living abroad, please tell me why you would never go back.”
Aly, responding to her question, said:
“Because I don’t have to worry about affording my health insurance.”
“Because my kids can go outside and play without me having to worry because the crime rates are so much lower.”
“Public transportation.”
“30+ vacation days per year.”
“So much paid paternal leave.”
“Because my son is now bilingual, and working on becoming trilingual.”
“Because I’ll save $100,000 in my son’s paid university tuition.”
“Because I no longer have to worry about my own student loans.”
“Because I can actually afford daycare.”
“Because my taxes actually go towards helping other families.”
Aly goes on to list down more reasons why she would never want to go back unless things changed. Her audience loved her responses and praised her for making the move.
Caroline G said:
“So my ancestors left Europe for a better life and now I’m trying to go back for the same reason. Got it. Doh.”
Rusti Craven said:
“You had me at being able to drink water from the tap…”
user5395298127302 wrote:
“Amazing, love this. We’re considering a transfer abroad w my husbands work. 🥰 Excited just don’t even know where to start 😂”
You can follow Aly and her life in Germany on TikTok here.
What are your thoughts on Aly’s reasons for moving and never wanting to go back? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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Images & Featured Image via @usa.mom.in.germany on TikTok
