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Simple pleasures
Moved back to the UK from the US 3 months ago after being away for 6 years, and have found the whole process to be completely overwhelming. It seems there have been issues around every corner. The removal company, the school, the new job etc etc.
However, have moved to the East Midlands. It's beautiful here. Yesterday I went on a circular hike in the Peak District and found it really therapeutic. How nice to see rolling countryside, sheep and cows roaming freely across it. And the best thing? In the middle of nowhere, in a tiny hamlet, a bright red post box! There is something inherently British about a red post or phone box. :) Tried to attach a pic but it wasn't happening. :frown: |
Re: Simple pleasures
Originally Posted by cathy22w
(Post 7957886)
Moved back to the UK from the US 3 months ago after being away for 6 years, and have found the whole process to be completely overwhelming. It seems there have been issues around every corner. The removal company, the school, the new job etc etc.
However, have moved to the East Midlands. It's beautiful here. Yesterday I went on a circular hike in the Peak District and found it really therapeutic. How nice to see rolling countryside, sheep and cows roaming freely across it. And the best thing? In the middle of nowhere, in a tiny hamlet, a bright red post box! There is something inherently British about a red post or phone box. :) Tried to attach a pic but it wasn't happening. :frown: Sounds great Cathy, it's a lovely part of the country. I'm most jealous though, of the fact that you are in Melton Mowbry and can therefore have a wonderful pork pie:p. |
Re: Simple pleasures
Originally Posted by cathy22w
(Post 7957886)
Moved back to the UK from the US 3 months ago after being away for 6 years, and have found the whole process to be completely overwhelming. It seems there have been issues around every corner. The removal company, the school, the new job etc etc.
However, have moved to the East Midlands. It's beautiful here. Yesterday I went on a circular hike in the Peak District and found it really therapeutic. How nice to see rolling countryside, sheep and cows roaming freely across it. And the best thing? In the middle of nowhere, in a tiny hamlet, a bright red post box! There is something inherently British about a red post or phone box. :) Tried to attach a pic but it wasn't happening. :frown: It certainly more than makes up for all the other stuff that has to be dealt with. |
Re: Simple pleasures
Originally Posted by cathy22w
(Post 7957886)
Moved back to the UK from the US 3 months ago after being away for 6 years, and have found the whole process to be completely overwhelming. It seems there have been issues around every corner. The removal company, the school, the new job etc etc.
However, have moved to the East Midlands. It's beautiful here. Yesterday I went on a circular hike in the Peak District and found it really therapeutic. How nice to see rolling countryside, sheep and cows roaming freely across it. And the best thing? In the middle of nowhere, in a tiny hamlet, a bright red post box! There is something inherently British about a red post or phone box. :) Tried to attach a pic but it wasn't happening. :frown: |
Re: Simple pleasures
Originally Posted by Heljinder
(Post 7958533)
Glad you had a great time in the Peak District. I live in the East Mids to and my son goes to a school in a lovely picturesque village near to Chatsworth House. The school run is a pleasure to do!
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Re: Simple pleasures
Driving back home yesterday, from Birmingham to West Oxfordshire , twisty fast Cotswold country roads, Trees changing colour, windows open crisp autumn air coming in, sun shining, amazing green scenery. the best part is I'm lucky enough to be living there.
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Re: Simple pleasures
English birdsong in the morning, sunrise and sunset, cloud patterns, twisty fast English country backroads (for the petrol heads amongst us), Walkers crisps, proper cheese, english banter in the workplace and in general, varied countryside easily accessible for walking, all the different accents and regional quirks, stiff british upper lip in the face of adversity, the institution that is the BBC....the list goes on. Oh and don't forget the cider: "I am a cider drinker and I drinks it all over the world.." as the Worzels once sung; anyone remember them?
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Re: Simple pleasures
Originally Posted by Ciderman
(Post 7961672)
English birdsong in the morning, sunrise and sunset, cloud patterns, twisty fast English country backroads (for the petrol heads amongst us), Walkers crisps, proper cheese, english banter in the workplace and in general, varied countryside easily accessible for walking, all the different accents and regional quirks, stiff british upper lip in the face of adversity, the institution that is the BBC....the list goes on. Oh and don't forget the cider: "I am a cider drinker and I drinks it all over the world.." as the Worzels once sung; anyone remember them?
They don't write them like that any more.:lol: |
Re: Simple pleasures
Originally Posted by Ciderman
(Post 7961672)
English birdsong in the morning, sunrise and sunset, cloud patterns, twisty fast English country backroads (for the petrol heads amongst us), Walkers crisps, proper cheese, english banter in the workplace and in general, varied countryside easily accessible for walking, all the different accents and regional quirks, stiff british upper lip in the face of adversity, the institution that is the BBC....the list goes on. Oh and don't forget the cider: "I am a cider drinker and I drinks it all over the world.." as the Worzels once sung; anyone remember them?
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Re: Simple pleasures
Originally Posted by Merseygirl
(Post 7961734)
Yes I remember The Worzels - 'I've got a brand new Combine Harvester'
They don't write them like that any more.:lol: http://www.wurzels.com/ Classic! |
Re: Simple pleasures
Originally Posted by Ciderman
(Post 7961672)
English birdsong in the morning, sunrise and sunset, cloud patterns, twisty fast English country backroads (for the petrol heads amongst us), Walkers crisps, proper cheese, english banter in the workplace and in general, varied countryside easily accessible for walking, all the different accents and regional quirks, stiff british upper lip in the face of adversity, the institution that is the BBC....the list goes on. Oh and don't forget the cider: "I am a cider drinker and I drinks it all over the world.." as the Worzels once sung; anyone remember them?
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Re: Simple pleasures
Originally Posted by Griff
(Post 8071266)
I cannot wait. House sold yesterday.All these pleasures will be ours again soon...
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Re: Simple pleasures
Originally Posted by Ciderman
(Post 7961672)
English birdsong in the morning, sunrise and sunset, cloud patterns, twisty fast English country backroads (for the petrol heads amongst us), Walkers crisps, proper cheese, english banter in the workplace and in general, varied countryside easily accessible for walking, all the different accents and regional quirks, stiff british upper lip in the face of adversity, the institution that is the BBC....the list goes on. Oh and don't forget the cider: "I am a cider drinker and I drinks it all over the world.." as the Worzels once sung; anyone remember them?
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Re: Simple pleasures
Originally Posted by cathy22w
(Post 7957886)
Moved back to the UK from the US 3 months ago after being away for 6 years, and have found the whole process to be completely overwhelming. It seems there have been issues around every corner. The removal company, the school, the new job etc etc.
However, have moved to the East Midlands. It's beautiful here. Yesterday I went on a circular hike in the Peak District and found it really therapeutic. How nice to see rolling countryside, sheep and cows roaming freely across it. And the best thing? In the middle of nowhere, in a tiny hamlet, a bright red post box! There is something inherently British about a red post or phone box. :) Yes there is! I'm loving seeing your photos and will keep eyes peeled for more (hint hint) Tried to attach a pic but it wasn't happening. :frown: |
Re: Simple pleasures
Originally Posted by Ciderman
(Post 7961672)
English birdsong in the morning, sunrise and sunset, cloud patterns, twisty fast English country backroads (for the petrol heads amongst us), Walkers crisps, proper cheese, english banter in the workplace and in general, varied countryside easily accessible for walking, all the different accents and regional quirks, stiff british upper lip in the face of adversity, the institution that is the BBC....the list goes on. Oh and don't forget the cider: "I am a cider drinker and I drinks it all over the world.." as the Worzels once sung; anyone remember them?
My heart fills with such happiness at hearing these things. Does it all really make up for the bad things in England?. I so hope so. I have been in OZ for 2 years and am so unhappy, it is just not real life, its like im living on the moon. I feel old, sad and like I have no dreams anymore. I dont show it, I have a nice house, good job, great friends etc but underneath my brain thinks about it ALL day and night. My OH loves it here and will never return to UK he says. What a mess. One day though I will be writing the same as you, I just know it. Sorry just having a bad today, found my purse in the fridge!!! Enjoy being back. x |
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