The Moment I Realised My Children Belong Here

How does raising kids overseas change the way you see home? After moving from Australia to Tennessee, I expected my daughters to grow up with a connection to both countries. What I didn't expect was how raising children in America would slowly change the way I saw America, Australia, and even the meaning of home itself. In this video, I share the moment I realised my daughters weren't just living in America — they were building a childhood here. From school, sports, tornado warnings and Tennessee traditions to family trips back to Australia, this is a story about identity, belonging, parenting overseas, and what happens when the place you moved to becomes home. Whether you're an expat, immigrant, parent, military family, or someone who's built a life far from where you grew up, I'd love to hear your story in the comments. ☕ Buy Me a Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/fromdownunde... 🎙️ Listen to the podcast: https://fromdownundertodownsouth.com/... 🌏 Website https://fromdownundertodownsouth.com 📘 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... 🐦 X https://x.com/aussiemika74 📩 Business enquiries: michael@fromdownundertodownsouth.com Thanks for watching. Hoo roo maties. From Down Under to Down South is an Australian expat's perspective on life in America, cultural differences, family, identity, travel, and the everyday experiences that shape who we become. #Australia #America #ExpatLife #LivingAbroad #Parenting #AmericanCulture #AustralianInAmerica #Tennessee #Immigration #lifeoverseas 00:00 We're Home 00:41 Raising American Kids 01:50 School Life in America 03:50 Growing Up in Tennessee 5:57 Australia Became "Dad's Country" 8:19 The Reality of Raising Kids Overseas