Profile of Lucia

An unplanned expatriate blogger behind KindHeartUnion

Lucia Garcia - Founder of KindHeartUnion Photo: KindHeartUnion

Hello, I am Lucia

I work as a project manager. A parent. An expat living in Madrid, Spain.

A few years back, I moved here with my family. What began as a temporary assignment gradually became a new chapter of life overseas.

How It Started

Relocating to Spain wasn't part of the long-term plan. Like many expat moves, it began as a work opportunity and quickly became something much bigger.

The first months were intense — new systems, new routines, new expectations. Everyday tasks felt more complicated than they should.

City skyline in Madrid, Spain
Life in Madrid still holds surprises. Credit: KindHeartUnion

The Adjustment Period

There was culture shock, uncertainty, and a lot of learning by doing. But slowly, routines formed. We discovered places that worked for us, met other families, and started building something that felt stable.

Why I Built KindHeartUnion

Most information online was either corporate-level relocation advice or surface-level tourism material. What was missing was honest, day-to-day family perspective.

This site exists to close that gap — practical guidance based on real life in Spain.

What This Site Does (And Does Not)

This site is:

  • Hands-on experience from living in Spain
  • Centered on family life and everyday realities
  • Updated when something truly changes

This site isn't:

  • Not a tourism authority resource
  • Not a sponsored review platform
  • Not a generic travel blog

Looking Forward

Our stay in Spain continues, and so does the learning journey. As long as the information remains useful, I will continue to document what we find.

If you have questions about family life in Madrid or anywhere in Spain, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Cheers,

Lucia

Madrid, Spain