Originally Posted by Wannabe (Post 5870302)

dis·cis·sion Pronunciation[di-sish-uhn]
–noun Ophthalmology. an incision of the lens of the eye, as for removal of cataract.

Decision is what you're looking for. :)

Originally Posted by Rob4BC (Post 5870329)

There we go, so no spelling mistake Piff!:D;)

Originally Posted by ladymoose (Post 5871093)

Once we made the decision to come to Canada - that was it. We said that if we didn't like the first place we settled we'd try somewhere new - big country! ;)

We've been independent of relatives in the UK since we were 18 (40 now) - seeing them rarely - never relying on them - getting ourselves into trouble and then getting ourselves out again. I'm not saying independence is the best way to be all the time (it's nice to have that support network at times I guess) but it was good training for immigration. :)

We had friends in the UK but none we thought we'd lose if we made the move - and we haven't - we just get to see them on their holidays now. Made new friends too.

I think, speaking as a couple (with a young child who was too young to contribute to the decision when we came), you have to both share the same mindset and commitment to the move - and put in place a plan B if it doesn't appear to be working. But I don't think the plan B should be an automatic return to the UK. It's not for us.

3.5 years on, we've been through hell at times what with job losses and pay cuts (no worse or better than we went through in the UK) but we still agree we've made the best decision for us.

If we move on, it'll be to another Province - then probably to become snowbirds when we're 60! The UK will be nice for holidays..... :D

Originally Posted by ann m (Post 5871092)

Ooh, spooky - I've written a PM to someone very much along these lines. I think we can all feel very unsettled when friends decide to head back to the UK. It makes us very much examine our own lives, motives, happiness, etc. It throws us out of kilter a bit. What are we missing, or doing right, or doing wrong ?!

I liken it to some incidents a few years ago for us. We have been married 14 years - and seemed to spend our 20's and early 30's going to weddings. Then about four couples we know all split up, within 3-5 years of their own marriage. Not only was it extremely sad and emotional for those involved, but it does make you hugely analyse your own life and relationship. This is similar.

And yes - I think people completely underestimate their relationships with friends and family. Their constant presence in your life is so easy to take for granted.

Chin up ol' bean - you stay here as long as you want to, and not a day more ;)

Originally Posted by mclauchlan35 (Post 5871356)

She also said that every now and again it's something that she considers when the chips are down. I guess it just what you do when you get that urge do you act on it or not!

Originally Posted by Madmac (Post 5869765)

(or failing that I just need some daft opinions to laugh at :p).

Originally Posted by Madmac (Post 5871478)

I think a major factor in us not going back so soon is that we have never said we are here forever. I know some prospective immigrants jump in head first and tell the friends and family that they are gone for good, will never return to these shores, it's Canada or bust.

We've always said we'll go home one day and that has kept the pressure off to stay.

Originally Posted by Steve_P (Post 5871635)

The ability to stand the cold in winter and the heat and humidity in summer depending on where you live.

You must develop the ability to listen to Celene Dion without grinding your teeth to dust.

Limit your intake of decent beer.

Enjoy the fact that as a UK trained driver you are part of an elite group far superior to any mere mortal Canadian.

Learn to like instant coffee. :p

Develop a taste for Beaver tails.

Start enjoying hockey (ice variety).

Accept the fact that Canadians like their Heinz baked beans just the way they are and they're not going to change them for a few whinging immigrants. :p

You must record everything you're going to watch on TV in order to eliminate the thousands of ads repeated ad infinitum.

Did I mention learn to like instant coffee? :rofl:

I'm sure others can come up with more. ;):p:sneaky::D

Cheers Mate
Steve

Originally Posted by mclauchlan35 (Post 5871819)

I would agree, when we applied I just said to my friends that life is short and we would like to give it a go, should it not work out or we just wanted too, we would come home.

I think in the end it matters not what other people think, you do what's best for you and yours that's all that matters.


Danny

PS

I was in East Kilbride last week don't like there is much new there:thumbup: so maybe you are just as well staying a while:D

Originally Posted by Madmac (Post 5871822)

I've heard it's more chav-filled than ever.

Originally Posted by Steve_P (Post 5871635)

Limit your intake of decent beer.

Learn to like instant coffee. :p

Did I mention learn to like instant coffee? :rofl:

Originally Posted by clynnog (Post 5871893)

In terms of instant coffee, I rarely get offered it in homes in Canada, but in the UK it is fairly common. (in a home that is)

Originally Posted by Elaine B. (Post 5871920)

I thought I was the only person in Canada who drinks instant coffee. It's like my dirty little secret:p. I only make proper coffee when I have visitors:o

Originally Posted by Madmac (Post 5871478)

I think a major factor in us not going back so soon is that we have never said we are here forever. I know some prospective immigrants jump in head first and tell the friends and family that they are gone for good, will never return to these shores, it's Canada or bust.

We've always said we'll go home one day and that has kept the pressure off to stay.