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Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Feb 19th 2007, 8:08 pm
Replies: 60
Views: 7,234
Posted By JoD

Re: Is anyone returning to the UK from Canada?

Hi. We were in Canada for 9 months before returning the to UK and we've been back now almost 1 year. Canada is a beautiful country, but we missed family and friends too much and we didn't feel that...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Feb 11th 2007, 9:35 pm
Replies: 177
Views: 15,497
Posted By JoD

Re: Whos gone/going back?

Not sure I'm a regular either, but I did put out a few posts around this time last year when I was struggling to make a decision whether to go home or not - and now I've been back in the UK for...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Feb 6th 2007, 11:40 pm
Replies: 26
Views: 1,735
Posted By JoD

Re: never had a UK driving licence

Hi

The website is www.dvla.gov.uk this should give you all the relevant info you need.

Good luck.
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jan 18th 2007, 2:26 am
Replies: 167
Views: 9,225
Posted By JoD

Re: UK aint so bad!

Hear, hear! I emigrated to Canada in 2005 and am now back in the UK and loving every minute of it. Yes, the UK has it's problems but so does every other country in the world. The grass isn't...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Dec 17th 2006, 11:29 pm
Replies: 12
Views: 1,442
Posted By JoD

Re: sorry bit of a negative post - lonely

Hi

I really feel for you. I'm not in the same situation, but I did emigrate to Canada with a 18 month old daughter and have since returned to the UK. I too felt like I was just "existing".
...
Forum: The Trailer Park
Dec 12th 2006, 9:35 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 912
Posted By JoD

Re: Advice Please on flying with a 19 month old

Hi Mandy

My daughter was a bit older (just turned 2) when we flew home from Canada - a 7 hour flight. I would suggest buying her a seat if you can afford it as it a very small space to be sitting...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Nov 26th 2006, 8:52 pm
Replies: 19
Views: 2,125
Posted By JoD

Re: Am gannin yam!

Hi Jo

Good luck with the move. We too moved to Canada for a different lifestyle and change and said we would give it 2 years - we came home after 9 months! Same reasons as you (apart from the...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jun 25th 2006, 11:04 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 683
Posted By JoD

Re: Footie

Isn't it great to be back home?!

:beer:
Forum: The Rovers Return
Jun 20th 2006, 9:21 pm
Replies: 239
Views: 26,256
Posted By JoD

Re: Anyone moved back and NOT regretted it?!

Hi. I definately DON'T regret moving back to the UK. OK, so the UK has it's problems, but doesn't everywhere? It also has beautiful countryside and history and a free health system. I moved from...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jun 17th 2006, 9:56 pm
Replies: 16
Views: 1,570
Posted By JoD

Re: Mortgages in the UK

Hi Tracy. Good luck with your move back to the UK.

I came back from Canada in March with my OH and daughter and found it difficult to get a mortgage. The bank (who we have been with for over 10...
Forum: The Trailer Park
Jun 1st 2006, 2:07 am
Replies: 11
Views: 779
Posted By JoD

Re: what can i take with me?

Hi. I believe you can bring your computer back as they should be dual voltage. I have brought mine back, but as I'm still living with family I've not unpacked and tried it yet!

I would say to...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
May 29th 2006, 11:29 pm
Replies: 19
Views: 2,117
Posted By JoD

Re: Scared,lonely,need Support!

Hi - I've sent you a PM - hope it helps a bit!

Please use this forum for support. We may not be there physically, but we know what you're going through and will help as much as we can.

Big...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
May 28th 2006, 10:10 pm
Replies: 24
Views: 2,108
Posted By JoD

Re: Going back silly questions

We were told by our shippers that we couldn't take any cleaning materials that were toxic or hazardous, such as bleach and stuff so I don't think you'll be able to bring back any "chemicals". Do...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
May 24th 2006, 9:46 pm
Replies: 3
Views: 656
Posted By JoD

Re: Moving Assistance Canada to UK ?

Hi. I used a company called AMJ Campbell International. I moved from the Toronto area, but I believe AMJ are a big company in Canada so they should have an office near you. Maybe take a look on...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
May 24th 2006, 9:38 pm
Replies: 42
Views: 5,384
Posted By JoD

Re: UK disillusionment ?

Hi. I moved back to the UK from Canada with my OH and daughter in March this year and don't regret it at all. We were in Canada for 9 months, but were unhappy, lonely and didn't particularly like...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
May 19th 2006, 9:40 pm
Replies: 108
Views: 13,313
Posted By JoD

Re: Anyone moved back and regretted it?

Hi Amanda. Just wanted to say that I was living in Canada and have been back in England almost 3 months now and am living in Whalley Range (well, staying with my sister-in-law actually until we buy...
Forum: US Immigration, Citizenship and Visas
May 17th 2006, 11:00 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 803
Posted By JoD

Re: Help Only 6weeks To Go

As you've already said, no one else can answer your question, but what are your reasons for returning to the UK? If you are just bored with your life in France then maybe this change could work for...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
May 15th 2006, 9:50 pm
Replies: 12
Views: 1,141
Posted By JoD

Re: Decison time

Hi Erica. Sorry to hear of your situation. I am living back in the UK after emigrating to Canada. I felt the same way as you about the car culture and huge shopping malls and I knew that the North...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Apr 12th 2006, 2:34 am
Replies: 7
Views: 1,256
Posted By JoD

Re: Back For 4 Weeks Now

Hi. Yes this has been covered before so I won't bore others with the details - I have sent you a PM regarding this.
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Apr 11th 2006, 8:47 pm
Replies: 2
Views: 2,501
Posted By JoD

Re: Shipping goods from Canada to UK

Hi. I used AMJ Campbell International. However, I have only been back in the UK for 5 weeks and my shipping hasn't actually made it back yet! The guys at the Canadian end were very friendly and...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Apr 9th 2006, 2:15 am
Replies: 11
Views: 1,094
Posted By JoD

Re: Visiting the UK in a week!!!! Wowo!

I was in Canada for 8 months. Had some family members come over to visit, but that made me worse - I cried for days after they left!! Nevermind, I'm back where I belong now. Good luck.
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Apr 9th 2006, 2:13 am
Replies: 7
Views: 1,256
Posted By JoD

Re: Back For 4 Weeks Now

I'm sure you'll be fine. We've just come back from a weekend in the Yorkshire Dales and it was wonderful. It's so good to be back home.

Good luck.
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Apr 9th 2006, 2:10 am
Replies: 16
Views: 2,316
Posted By JoD

Re: Returned To Uk From Canada My Experience

Hi Ian. Sorry to hear things didn't work out for you over there. I've just returned from Canada, but my situation is different from yours. I liked Canada but it just wasn't for me, I felt lonely...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Apr 7th 2006, 3:51 am
Replies: 11
Views: 1,094
Posted By JoD

Re: Visiting the UK in a week!!!! Wowo!

That's true, I found alot on things in Canada not to be how I expected, but the major thing for me was being away from family and friend - I was so lonely out there. Glad to hear it's working out...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Apr 7th 2006, 3:19 am
Replies: 11
Views: 1,094
Posted By JoD

Re: Visiting the UK in a week!!!! Wowo!

I hope you have a wonderful time and I'm sure you'll notice some changes - depends on where you were living in the UK. I love it here - have tried Canada and it didn't work out and I now appreciate...
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