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[VIDEO] Two Years | Living in England

Thoughts from Alanna… Two years! Living in England! Can you believe it? Here are a few ways I think I’ve changed since living abroad, the good and the bad. Thanks so much for everyone’s support over these last few years! Who knows what will happen in the next two years.…
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[VIDEO] I Can’t Make That: Triple-Decker Brownies

Thoughts from Alanna… Those who know me personally know that I cannot cook. Or bake. Or survive in a kitchen. This week I tried baking triple-decker brownies and let me tell you: they were bliss. And no one died! The recipe is dead-easy, even for someone with my level of…
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[VIDEO] My Visa Result!

Thoughts from Alanna… After weeks of preparation, numerous mistakes and lots of stressed crying, I finally attended my UK working visa premium appointment and received my result. This decides whether I’m able to stay in England or get kicked out… Thanks so much for everyones support, friends, family and strangers…
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[VIDEO] What’s Bonfire Night?

Thoughts from Alanna… First, let’s pretend I’m posting this while it’s still relevant.. Remember, remember the 5th of November! I wanted to share some of my experiences with you guys on celebrating Bonfire Night, or Guy Fawkes Night, in England. Lots of food, friends and fireworks! As a Canadian, we’re…
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[VIDEO] Eat This!

Thoughts from Alanna… This week I try some typical British snacks. Even after living in England for nearly 2 years, there’s still so much to try! Pork pies, anyone? If you have any specific British foods I should try, let me know for the next episode of Eat This! So…
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[VIDEO] My FLR(M) Visa Journey: Part 2

Thoughts from Alanna… As promised, I wanted to give you guys an update on my new UK working visa! Here are my top tips and tricks for filling out the FLR(M) application as an unmarried partner. Hopefully you can avoid all the mistakes I’ve made! Also, check out my beautiful…
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[VIDEO] How To Celebrate Halloween Like a Canadian

Thoughts from Alanna… Halloween is definitely one of my favourite holidays. Who doesn’t love to be scared and eat way too much candy?? Since so many of my Youtube views are from the UK, I wanted to teach you all how to celebrate Halloween like a Canadian in this step-by-step…
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[VIDEO] My FLR(M) UK Visa Journey: Part 1

Thoughts from Alanna… While my Tier 5 Youth Mobility visa will expire November 20th, I’m lucky enough to be eligible for an unmarried family visa for England. Hurrah! Yay! Terrifying! I wanted to document my journey through the application process and show you any tips and tricks I’ve picked up…

[VIDEO] Speak Like a Brit?

Thoughts from Alanna… This week I have a question for all of you about the English language! Whether you live in England or not, I’d be really interested in your input. Hope you enjoy!…
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