Having lived here in England for a while before I came recently, you would think that I would cease to be surprised by some little things that occur ever so subtly in everyday life. Here are some of those things that still make me smile:
Awesome taxi drivers. Honestly, I didn't appreciate this as much till I lived in NYC for a while.
Communal feeling to friendships. It's a big thing here to feel like you are part of something bigger. It's not pushed through the media like the newest diets to make us feel better. Everyone just seems to know that some parts of life are better with company, and they act on it.
Health care. For free. With awesome staff at the hospital. Stuff works better this way, America. Take note.
The high street. Big name shops that don't infringe on the business of smaller ones. Saw a guy fixing shoes in a proper cobble shop last week, then a guy able to tell me my suit sizes by just looking at me. They said they've been doing it all their lives.
Rain. Yes, the miserable, cold, persistent rain. As much as I like to bitch about it with my adoptive country, lets face it, like the white cliffs, palaces, and cathedrals, it's what we are known for.
Fashion forward men who aren't put off by shopping. It's out in the open, we like to look good too!
Full English breakfasts for less than £3. Quick and nasty. Always the best.
There are countless more things I could go on about, but that's a decent shortlist. More from the school report later, must get that homework done. Gotta justify going out this weekend!
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