The Moving Back to the UK forum
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by wombat42
Thats a good point. They probably spend a lot more money down here then tourists.
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by Merlot
I have said it on a few occasions but I reckon that those that post on the Going Home site should post here, not to give a downer to those with dreams and plans, but another angle. It is an interesting site to read from time to time.
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by wmoore
Some do from time to time but they often get slated (when in reality they are giving valid opinions and offering good advice) so then most disappear back to the Back to the UK forum. Shame really.
Like Loney Planet books when you are back-packing, the biggest white elephant for me as by the time it comes to print it was out of date. Speaking with others travelling was the best way of getting around, finding a hostel or good trip.
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by wmoore
Some do from time to time but they often get slated (when in reality they are giving valid opinions and offering good advice) so then most disappear back to the Back to the UK forum. Shame really.
Susan
Last edited by heading downunder 2002; Jan 27th 2005 at 7:47 pm.
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by desperate2go
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Im sure most of us realise that we have as much chance of it working as not....thats why its so scary at times. All we can do is give it our best shot really ....and hopefully support each other as much as poss
And really, that is true of all the challenges that women are likely to face in their lives (getting married/settling with partner, having kids, getting one's first senior well-paid job). It is a question of giving it your best shot - and then, if it doesn't work out, being grown up enough to move on without harboring resentments.
Cheers
Anya.
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by Merlot
The silver lining hey Wombat 42! Economy boosted.
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Have just found a fab shoe shop in Melbourne so that's me happy
Anya.
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by anya4oz
Yes, you know what us women are like for buying shoes (especially when feeling a bit down)......
Have just found a fab shoe shop in Melbourne so that's me happy
Anya.
Have just found a fab shoe shop in Melbourne so that's me happy
Anya.
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by anya4oz
Yes, you know what us women are like for buying shoes (especially when feeling a bit down)......
Have just found a fab shoe shop in Melbourne so that's me happy
Anya.
Have just found a fab shoe shop in Melbourne so that's me happy
Anya.
I just totalled up that I bought 11 pairs of shoes in 18 months whilst in Melbourne
Must dash - have to go to the 'Moving Back to UK' forum to complain about the price of European footwear in Australia
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by HiddenPaw
Must dash - have to go to the 'Moving Back to UK' forum to complain about the price of European footwear in Australia
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by wmoore
Some do from time to time but they often get slated (when in reality they are giving valid opinions and offering good advice) so then most disappear back to the Back to the UK forum. Shame really.
Last edited by wombat42; Jan 27th 2005 at 10:52 pm.
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by heading downunder 2002
When I first joined British Expats there was no one on here that had been and tried it and were going back. Now even if there had been there is no way in the world that it would have influenced my decision on whether or not to go to Oz.
In particular, it might persuade some people to do more research and, perhaps, think about having an escape route in place.
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by heading downunder 2002
When I got there and realised what a big mistake I had made
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by Merlot
An yes I think it is the females that can find it harder, maybe the missing bond with their Mum's/Female friends in UK.
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but I do also miss my mum so much, she is the salt of the earth and I phone all the time whereas the hubby is happy to call his folks once every so often to let them know we are still alive and kicking
Last edited by Shellfish; Jan 28th 2005 at 12:38 am.
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by sackofspuds
I think a lot of wide eyed potential migrants could really benefit from hearing about the other side of the coin.
In particular, it might persuade some people to do more research and, perhaps, think about having an escape route in place.
In particular, it might persuade some people to do more research and, perhaps, think about having an escape route in place.
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Re: The Moving Back to the UK forum
Originally Posted by MarkMyWords
Do tell, how long did it take to realise, and what factors were involved?