Hello Rochelle Del Borrello here.

I am an Italo Australian writer who lives in Sicily, Italy.

I work as an ESL teacher and mummy to a very demanding young Italian teen.

Over the past decade, I have shared my perspective on daily life in Italy, blogging about my experiences as an expat living in a small Sicilian town.

My work has appeared in various blogs, online magazines and travel guides.

Every month I’ll endevour to send you something from Sicily, Italy.

Sometimes, it will be about Sicily.

Other times, it’s going to be about whatever else is on my mind.

My writing is always lightning, the mental load and sharing something of my thoughts with you.

Be prepared for a random piece of my mind or a thoughtful reflection about everyday life in Italy.

A Load off my Mind is also about exploring and sharing ideas.

A diary about everything and maybe also nothing.

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An Australian writer based in Sicily, Italy sharing her experiences and random thoughts.