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Forum: Back Home
Jul 26th 2014, 10:41 am
Replies: 14
Views: 2,521
Posted By Shazban

Re: One Year In as a returning single parent

WOW your story is so similar to mine. I left all my worldly belongings behind also and started from scratch after 23 years but like you I'm way richer and happier today than I've ever been!
Well...
Forum: The Rovers Return
Nov 16th 2012, 8:52 pm
Replies: 105
Views: 18,469
Posted By Shazban

Re: Things I've learned Since Being Back in the UK

What a fabulous post. I LOVE it!!!
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Nov 16th 2012, 8:46 pm
Replies: 2
Views: 1,222
Posted By Shazban

Back 15 months

Hi all,

Haven't been around too much (other than lurking) but just wanted to say thank you to all of you who have shared your stories here and also to give a quick update myself.

I've been...
Forum: Marriage Based Visas
Jun 5th 2012, 6:51 am
Replies: 4
Views: 1,438
Posted By Shazban

Re: 8 Month Update - Moving with a toddler

That's great news! I remember we both moved back around the same time last year :thumbsup:

I am absolutely LOVING being back home myself. It hasn't all been smooth sailing but it's been totally...
Forum: The Rovers Return
Jan 16th 2012, 8:21 pm
Replies: 66
Views: 22,831
Posted By Shazban

Re: I want to move back to UK.

Good luck to you returning to the uk. I did it last august 2011 after being in the US for 23 years. I have to say it's the best decision I ever made. It feels soooo good to be home again, back where...
Forum: The Rovers Return
Dec 19th 2011, 8:38 pm
Replies: 75
Views: 9,260
Posted By Shazban

Re: What are your plans for Christmas

Thank you everyone for all the congratulations. It was the absolute best feeling in the world this morning walking into the job centre for the last time to sign off.

Merry Christmas to you all...
Forum: The Rovers Return
Dec 13th 2011, 7:48 pm
Replies: 75
Views: 9,260
Posted By Shazban

Re: What are your plans for Christmas

Well, my daughter and I just returned to the UK for good mid August this year and this will be my first Christmas here in over 17 yearsl (her first ever).

To be honest I have been dreading...
Forum: The Trailer Park
Oct 31st 2011, 1:24 am
Replies: 81
Views: 16,707
Posted By Shazban

Re: British words/expressions you DO like

The word 'pleb' used to describe someone. I'm from Bristol and we used that one a lot back in the day.
Forum: Jobs Wanted
Oct 28th 2011, 5:57 am
Replies: 6
Views: 4,934
Posted By Shazban

Re: Remote working-only jobs source?

Check united healthcare if you're US based. Many of their positions can be worked remotely and they dont exactly pay peanuts either.
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Oct 27th 2011, 11:15 pm
Replies: 22
Views: 4,472
Posted By Shazban

Re: moving home solo - CA to somerset, removals recommendations?

So sorry to hear about your divorce. I've just done the same thing but I've left it up to him to file for the divorce because the transatlantic move was plenty enough for me to deal with. Anyway I...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Oct 19th 2011, 11:35 pm
Replies: 14
Views: 1,523
Posted By Shazban

Re: Moving back tomorrow!

Congrats to everyone arriving back. A big welcome home to you!
Forum: USA
Oct 17th 2011, 11:01 pm
Replies: 21
Views: 1,713
Posted By Shazban

Re: extra baggage?

The crate is mine to keep. I was worried about the disposal of it but my friend (who's garage it's in) says she doesn't mind keeping it so I've lucked out there :cool:
Forum: USA
Oct 17th 2011, 10:12 pm
Replies: 21
Views: 1,713
Posted By Shazban

Re: extra baggage?

Sorry guys, walked away for a bit. Hoping I can figure out how to post a pic. The daughter was rifling thru it today looking for her wii game console so everything is pulled out of order. Upakweship...
Forum: USA
Oct 15th 2011, 4:55 pm
Replies: 21
Views: 1,713
Posted By Shazban

Re: extra baggage?

Yes, 50 cubic feet. I just packed everything in boxes and then put those boxes in the crate. It was pretty straightforward and easy. Just glad it arrived when it did because all our winter clothes...
Forum: USA
Oct 15th 2011, 4:31 pm
Replies: 21
Views: 1,713
Posted By Shazban

Re: extra baggage?

I actually shipped my belongings over with Upakweship. I got a 50 cube crate filled to it's brim (no weight restrictions) that was delivered to my door just yesterday actually. Total cost was...
Forum: Back Home
Oct 5th 2011, 3:47 pm
Replies: 55
Views: 12,347
Posted By Shazban

Re: The first week back

no.17 - cheese that tastes like cheese
no.18 - a real rasher of bacon with the rind on
no.19 - malted milk biscuits
no. 20 - selection boxes at Christmas (yes I will be buying one for myself this...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Oct 5th 2011, 3:25 pm
Replies: 8
Views: 2,212
Posted By Shazban

Re: Back 6 weeks -- so far, so good!

YAY! Congratulations, that's GREAT news:thumb up:

I've been back just a little longer than you but I'm still hunting for that job. I finally got shortlisted for a position and will be going for...
Forum: The Rovers Return
Sep 29th 2011, 9:11 pm
Replies: 935
Views: 150,267
Posted By Shazban

Re: The 'Bon Voyage' Thread! - Flight Tracker!

Hallelujah!! NI number arrived today. Now I feel legal :)
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Sep 25th 2011, 4:25 pm
Replies: 19
Views: 3,322
Posted By Shazban

Re: Sad news.

So very sorry to hear about your dad. Although it's easy for me to say but please don't be too hard on yourself because at least you were there when it counted. Losing a parent is awful enough...
Forum: USA
Aug 31st 2011, 3:39 pm
Replies: 2,161
Views: 280,181
Posted By Shazban

Re: Passport Delays

It's great to hear that things are moving faster now. Pity they couldn't have figured it out BEFORE the summer holidays started. Hopefully they've learned for next year......hopefully
Forum: The Rovers Return
Aug 30th 2011, 9:39 pm
Replies: 935
Views: 150,267
Posted By Shazban

Re: The 'Bon Voyage' Thread! - Flight Tracker!

Tried calling, tried the job centre and was given a number to ring. They sent me a form (took 10 working days to arrive) which I've sent back and then I have to wait another 2 weeks for the number....
Forum: The Rovers Return
Aug 30th 2011, 7:37 pm
Replies: 935
Views: 150,267
Posted By Shazban

Re: The 'Bon Voyage' Thread! - Flight Tracker!

How's it going for you so far?

The biggest PITA for me so far is losing my NI number. Takes forever to get it sent to you in the post and my hands are tied until then. Luckily a friend has given...
Forum: The Rovers Return
Aug 18th 2011, 8:42 pm
Replies: 935
Views: 150,267
Posted By Shazban

Re: The 'Bon Voyage' Thread! - Flight Tracker!

Good luck Jenn. I know the feeling. We brought over 3 suitcases and the kid's guitar. I do have a crate on it's way over by boat so not so bad. Welcome home in advance :thumbsup::thumbsup:
Forum: The Rovers Return
Aug 13th 2011, 10:59 pm
Replies: 935
Views: 150,267
Posted By Shazban

Re: The 'Bon Voyage' Thread! - Flight Tracker!

Thanks everyone! Now to roll up my sleeves, find a job & a roof over my head :o
Forum: The Rovers Return
Aug 13th 2011, 3:24 pm
Replies: 935
Views: 150,267
Posted By Shazban

Re: The 'Bon Voyage' Thread! - Flight Tracker!

I made it! So relieved and happy right now it's not even funny! The weather feels more like fall and I'm loving it!!

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