Welcome to my world

Connecting cultures, sharing stories

Explore my work, discover professional translation services, and join me in discussions about language, culture, and recovery.

Dog in Spanish street looking towards the horizon
Watercolor map in yellow, red, blue and green by Madeleine Brink

About me

Multilingual exploration and cultural exchange

I’m Madeleine, a translator, educator, and writer devoted to bridging cultural and linguistic divides. My career spans years of language teaching, literary endeavors, and expert translation work.

This website is your portal to understanding my vision: whether it’s through exploring my academic and creative publications, discovering Ardilla Language Solutions, or following my story of resilience as I navigate life with TBI/Persistent Post Concussion Syndrome.

Publications

Poetry, translations and academic work

A journey of language and education

A life dedicated to multicultural learning

With a Master’s in American Studies and another in Spanish, my career has been rooted in fostering understanding among diverse cultures.

I’ve taught language and culture in English and Spanish at university levels and have lived and worked in the U.S., Latin America, and Europe.

My professional journey reflects a commitment to making language not just a tool but a bridge for meaningful connection, and hopefully for social evolution and growth.

Artistic photo collage showing a seal juxtaposed over images of flowers
Watercolor painting of a brain with flowers growing out of it

Beyond Brain Trauma

Living with Post-Concussion Syndrome

A blog about my personal experience with Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS), a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI).

Mine occurred in 2021, and my intention is to give hope and understanding to those who have been dealt a similar path in life.

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Let’s connect

Whether you’d like to talk about my writing and translations, collaborate on a project, or share your own experience with brain injury, I’d love to hear from you.