Artist Shares His Everyday Life And Cultural Gaps With Wife As An International Couple

Social distancing problems.

According to Milia: “Life is complicated—we all know that, without even mentioning the relationships. Dealing with different cultures sounds even more complex, huh? What about getting stuck for months in a house during your honeymoon because a devastating virus hit the whole world in a matter of a few weeks, giving no time to pack? Well, nothing seems to be impossible for us.

My name is Milia, and I am an Indonesian pharmacist. My husband, Matteo, is a creative Italian illustrator, and we both have a passion for art. A few months ago, we were living the dream in Bali, got married on a remote tropical island, and moved for a while to Italy for the honeymoon and gathering with the family. Shortly after, the lockdown forced us to stay.

No drama, just opportunities, so we began to share our daily life bridging cultural gaps with funny illustrations. Spicy food, painful yoga, romantic moments, huge portions, overloaded bikes, sweet hopes, and much more. Our life seems to be an endless adventure!”

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Who needs a haircut?

A regular Italian lunch, with a regular non-Italian reaction.

Time to get fit. When we realize that lockdown will finish soon and all the clothes are tight (except the pajamas)

Coronavirus Isolation – side effects

Side effects…

First time in Europe. First winter. First cold.

The Jacket at the beach?

Overloaded Motorbike – Is it safe?
– Yeaaaaahhhhhhh

Meditate, she said. It’s easy, she said.

Do you have the same problem hugging tall people?

Make yoga, she said. It’s easy, she said.

When she cooks…

There is always time to be romantic

First Indonesian traditional massage

Video interview

Like a fish

Stay strong

Stay safe

Watching sunsets