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27 British things I can’t wait to experience

British things

Thoughts from Alanna… This week I wanted to share 27 British things I can’t wait to experience again as a

October 7, 2020
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Flying to the UK in a Pandemic

Flying to the UK in a Pandemic

Thoughts from Alanna… So what is it like flying to the UK in the middle of a pandemic? Here’s my

September 29, 2020
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My UK visa result

UK visa result

Thoughts from Alanna… It’s finally happened. I received a result from the Home Office about my UK visa. So –

September 22, 2020
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Foreigner uses UK Public Transport (with varying success)

UK Public Transport

Thoughts from Alanna… Here’s how British public transport works outside of London (did you know outside of London even exists?)

September 15, 2020
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Foreigner Reacts to British Schools | UK Education

UK education

Thoughts from Alanna… Looking for a foreigner’s opinion on British schools? Why? Who cares. Here’s my reaction to crazy parts

September 8, 2020
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What it’s really like working in England

What it's really like working in England

Thoughts from Alanna… Here’s what it’s really like working as a foreigner in England – the good, the bad and

September 1, 2020
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11 STRANGEST British TV Shows (as per me, a non-Brit!)

Strangest British TV shows

Thoughts from Alanna… You ever turn on the TV in the UK and are shocked at what you see? Me,

August 25, 2020
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9 Reasons to Move to Canada

why you should move to canada

Thoughts from Alanna… Ever thought about moving to Canada but weren’t sure? Here’s 9 reasons why you should move to

August 18, 2020
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How much do groceries cost in England? UK vs Canada

how much do groceries cost in England

Thoughts from Alanna… Ever wondered which country is more expensive: the UK vs Canada? This week I compared prices for

August 12, 2020
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Just a twenty-something Canadian trying out life in England

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I’ve been making a point to appreciate those clear blue skies
I can’t think of a good caption but Merry Christmas and I miss my Dad. 

My heart goes out to everyone struggling, everyone who’s been separated from family - whether by lockdowns or by death. That’s a bit grim. Or if your family sucks, my heart goes out to you, too.

In times like these I take a breather and think about all the things I’m grateful for. It doesn’t change the fact that this year will be the first Christmas without Dad, but it does help a little bit.

🥃🎄
So thankful that I got to see @momandpopsuk and @hannahbutgreener today for our Christmas hike! Even if it poured on us...

As of midnight, Kent is going into its own lockdown over Christmas. I know all of these restrictions and upheavals have been weighing on all of us, so please take care of your mental health! 

Be kind to yourself. 
Eat all that Christmas cheese. 
You deserve it 🧀💛
Here’s a YT thumbnail reject photo to remind you to drink water, lower your shoulders and stop clenching your jaw. 

Take a deep breath. 

Look at this hedgehog 🦔
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