Category Archives: Life in London

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

G’s 30th Birthday Recap

Posted on 18 February 2007 by k

Thank you to everyone who sent G birthday well wishes! We had a wonderful day in London…I flew in from Poland and we had the afternoon to enjoy. We rode the double-decker bus downtown (our first time aboard), made a … Continue reading →

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The Wonderful World of Meat Processing

Posted on 14 February 2007 by k

9761 Nothing is wasted. After three days of exploring the depths of the Polish meat processing world, “no waste” is a definite theme. You haven’t lived until you spy a real pig tail (the curly bit) in a butchers display … Continue reading →

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Driving In London Is Like a Video Game

Posted on 11 February 2007 by g

For those of you waiting on the edge of your seats, I passed my driving theory test. While I got a perfect score on the multiple choice section, the hazard perception section was a close call. The Hazard Perception section … Continue reading →

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The Big Snow!

Posted on 9 February 2007 by k

9080 Yesterday brought the biggest snow to hit London in 7 years! This is the view from our balcony. You can’t see the city in the distance for all the fog… While it snowed 2-4″ all across the city, it … Continue reading →

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Texting…I love it!

Posted on 4 February 2007 by k

With 6 years as an advertising account contact under my belt, I regret to think of how many years of my life have been spent on the phone. And I try not to think of the impact those wireless waves … Continue reading →

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You’re Officially a Local When…

Posted on 4 February 2007 by k

Yes, it’s official. We are Londoners. Yesterday, G and I went shopping along Oxford Street for Poland gear (ie everything warm). Upon moving here initially, I would take any opportunity to walk by Oxford Circus and explore the shops and … Continue reading →

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Driving Assessment

Posted on 3 February 2007 by g

This morning I had a session with a driving instructor for a little “test prep” for the practical test. I got a chance to review the maneuvers required for the test and get some pointers on what they look for … Continue reading →

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