Category Archives: Life in London

Two Americans living abroad, a chronicle about life in London.

For love, or money?

Posted on 29 May 2007 by k

Loyal readers will know that in April, I was offered the opportunity to work with a notable local advertising agency on a paid business research project. I tentatively accepted pending a formal monetary offer and signed contract. The topic of … Continue reading →

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Chelsea Flower Show

Posted on 26 May 2007 by k

11878 G surprised me with tickets to the (sold out) Chelsea Flower Show yesterday. This is an event in Chelsea (one of London’s most posh districts) and, as you can imagine considering the English’s love for gardening, is THE place … Continue reading →

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What’s Up With This Weather?

Posted on 25 May 2007 by g

We had some particularly good weather one weekend about a month ago. However, K and I were sick that weekend, so we stayed in most of the time and didn’t get a chance to fully enjoy the sunshine. I figured … Continue reading →

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Another Week in London

Posted on 11 May 2007 by k

Hi again. It’s been 10 days since I last posted. That’s almost a record for the longest time between posts…and probably an indication of recent stress levels. I began my 5th course block upon returning from Mallorca and have been … Continue reading →

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Cultural Clustering

Posted on 1 May 2007 by k

When living in America, I could never quite understand why Latinos and folks from other cultures tended to cluster together and wouldn’t adopt the local food, language and customs. Now, I UNDERSTAND (as I eat a Reese cup imported from … Continue reading →

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Perspective and Passports!

Posted on 1 May 2007 by k

Since arriving here last Fall, Londoners have referenced the low percentage of Americans with a passport in casual conversations with me numerous times. Since so many people use this line and are aware of the statistic, I sometimes wonder if … Continue reading →

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Flu Bug Takes a Bite

Posted on 28 April 2007 by k

11059 It’s been quite a week. When returning from Mallorca last weekend, G felt a slight tickle in his throat. This nagging tickle rapidly progressed into an overpowering wrath and by Wednesday he surrendered to seeing a doctor for diagnosis. … Continue reading →

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