Countries in Europe are becoming less and less accepting and open. I understand and appreciate your opinions. I say we build houses there. As a Brit, I can say that most of what you say is true. Certainly food for thought as I often find myself wondering if we should move to the UK as a family (I have lived and worked there before), but I think I will stick to St Helena Island (which you should visit one day)! No one worked there who wasn't English. Budget cuts were making work difficult and I didn't want to live under a right wing gov. The class system, the monopoly that the Royals hold and their ongoing theft of taxpayer funds while supported by the House of Frauds and their PR machine have destroyed the soul of the UK. We have a shitty secondary education system and a generation of younger people who think that the world owes them something. The economy is still favourite for young entrepreneurs, hungry consumerists and investors. Britain has come a long way, and whilst not perfect, is one of the most welcoming nations culturally-curious in the world. Both children born here , is so hard , really hard . I chose to live in Manchester for University but lived for 6 years in Bristol. Susie Dent's Larpers and Shroomers: The Language Report, published by the Oxford University Press, designated it as the "word of the year"[29] in 2004. Cory Varga - Cory is a published travel writer and award-winning photographer. It created the perfect environment for me to work, write and create. The perception is Britain 'easy' - do what you want, whatevers. However, what I got was the complete opposite :). Mainly in connection with Public Service jobs and the Commonwealth. The term is used to describe an anti-social lower-class youth dressed in sportswear. Lots of things cost the same in Canadian dollars here that they do in pounds in the UK! The culture of 'fair go,' work hard and play hard, and mostly, gratitude. I am thankful to experience the green landscape, the beauty of rain, a cuppa and simple things in life. I have a diploma in counter terrorism policy. The blogger writes the country is nation of racists.then goes country hopping in Europe.only to return. They showed me a name. Excellent post with a logical argument and pros/cons clearly explained. I got lost several times and people don't even bother to help after I asked for directions. Also the people respect all the transit rules, in England the streets are very neater, on the contrary in Chile they`re full of traffic and disorder. See how you feel, see if you like it or not. [10] In the 2010 book Stab Proof Scarecrows by Lance Manley, it was surmised that "chav" was an abbreviation for "council housed and violent". Such an interesting and sadly true article. In all of this, I have tried to be fair and welcoming and treat people with respect. Nowerdays Yorkshire basks under its former glory as a manufacturing giant where closed mills are abandoned and left to rot or have been converted to high end luxury flats, some have even been pulled down and I find that sad because when these mills and mines are a fine example of being self sufficant - something that this country can do on a massive scale. A passport country that doesn't accept me the way I am due to my ethnic heritage, global upbringing, and different cultural views. Maybe I'm a little weird but it just works for me. The shed is accessed by removing two loose boards at the rear. I can cook Cantonese, Japanese (my favourite), Thai, Indian, French, Italian, Spanish and what not! The British summer is terribly wet and cold. I'd really like to visite England again, because i think i lacked many things to know and experience in this place, i like England very much and i hope to be back soon. We were both European expats who came here to study. Hi, I can see what you mean in your article. As an example of how the problem was always there yet less visible I worked in a digital agency for a while where it was only British people who worked there and all of the women were de facto secretaries for the men, even though their roles were much more complex than this. An interesting article, but you lost my respect as soon as you wrote this: We should celebrate that and so should other countries. You are laughable, John! Italians and Greeks will never "tick" the same as the Germans, Austrians and Dutch. Cory, thanks for your article. Is there an article of apology that I have missed? Many of them, in fact. In general, the climate here is very mild and comfortable, no hurricanes, droughts or deep freezes. I definitely feel you on this, although maybe not to the extent that you do as I am an American who lives in Prague and has lived in Wales and France. People today in Britain are upset at the uncontrolled immigration. Well, let's look closer. This makes your comment about separating rubbish as a frustration a little lacking in historical context. I apologised and ran out crying, feeling desperate and marginalised. -Tv - Crap and, you need A PAID LICENSE to tolerate that crap. why assume Philip de Bose is French? The review reads: "Staines, the very name conjures up a vision of chav-ridden, rubbish . Hence, the low growth and high house prices in London and SE. And everything about th weatheryes, yes, a thousand times yes haha. If allowed to succeed, immigrants will go above and beyond to prove themselves worthy of your acceptance. :). But reallyREALLYunless you compare Britain to Scandinavian countries, I hope you do realise you live on a cold, wet island. I don't blame them. I am from Hungary and been living in the UK for 13 years. [9], Besides referring to loutish (ill-mannered) behaviour, violence, and particular speech patterns (all of which are stereotypes), the chav stereotype includes wearing branded designer sportswear,[14] which may be accompanied by some form of flashy gold jewellery otherwise termed as "bling". Ten mins of my life I'll never get back I am sorry to say. Sorry I'm late to the party, but I'll post anyway. It's not as simple though that everyone voting leave agrees with Farage and Boris. How's that the EU's fault. What we're seeing now is a massive difference in the scale and effectiveness of these campaigns thanks to the pervasive nature of internet data mining and the use of techniques in machine learning to spot trends and correlations, coupled with lessons from the field of behaviourism, to weaponise the information. Yes, yes, yes and yes! we loved what we saw but the thing is that i feel Its not safe for us right know and Its messy with all this brexit thing. It wasn't all bells and whistles because it took me jumping through a lot of hoops to be able to obtain what back then was called a Yellow Card. Surprise surprise, a racist in a racist country, what was I expecting?! Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ) for 2 people in 85m2 flat 154. Really interesting read and I wish you both the best of luck in your new nomadic adventure! I think he'd be interested in staying if Scotland becomes independent. So to sum up I'm 100% with you and wish you the very best of luck in your move. Yes, Nicola Sturgeon's Scotland wants more immigrants. You can enjoy all four seasons! I am glad you found a country to call home, and hope you'll enjoy there! Dear Renee, you can't please everyone. High standards, high expectations, high quality living. Following the results of the 2019 election Ive found myself looking at how to leave the UK. Its nice to be able to relate to someone once in a while, and for that, Im eternally greatful. Hes Britains Trump. [28] Writer Owen Jones also criticised the use of the term in his book Chavs: The Demonization of the Working Class. I have rights. I would have thought it's exaggerated, bitter and mean. I cycle to work and yes it does rain at times, but much less than elsewhere and often times it only rains a little bit, so you don't actually get really wet. Home is where your heart is. Since we are talking about culture, I must touch base on the food. They enjoy free movement and actually, the vast majority don't have full-time jobs in the country of residency. Every other day Im in a ball on my bathroom floor wishing I didnt have to do it all again tomorrow. I can accept Brexit and people being bored of foreginers, it's understandeable. We are now in Portugal and we miss the prices for groceries in the UK BUT with everything, life is still such much cheaper here. [citation needed] They have been described as adopting "black culture". Those who are racist can be found anywhere, even in your own country. Ask any American, and apart from skinny women, castles and nice beer, the thing they love about Europe is its diversity. However, every time I turn on the news it makes me question whether it is the right choice. Paul. Many greetings, Josefa! But it is true, that unfortunately, this is the sad reality today. She tutted and was saddened by the crappy state of London. Why? Are we finally getting karma for all the horrific things weve done to other countries? They told me they didn't want me because I couldn't spell. just told me that I will never be English (nor I would like to be). Good luck and raise your children somewhere away from violent xenophobic thugs ( and thats just the tory party). Could it be because England is not a good place to live? The one that had the vote or the ones that didnt get the chance? Hi!! Ive lived here all my life, 40 years. It seems like you're a fighter and I get that because you will still fight for a better life ; even if it means moving back to the UK ! We are at the stage of "Where to now?" You can't compare the average salary with the average rent in a normal or even expensive area. I was curious to know where have you shifted to and how has your experience been so far. Its not credible to suggest El Salvador is safer than the US. There are new ideas on the market all the time, and inventors are trying hard to come up with ideas on how to push the UK further. Romania is a beautiful country. Wherever we go we will have to endure some sort of hardship , for example look at the foreigners leaving China - its all very well moving there when things seemed good. I say keep traveling and find places that you can afford to have a decent life and by that I don't mean buying 'stuff' settle for much less but a good lifestyle. 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