The Housing Culture Shock

It's hard to believe it's been nearly three years since I moved my family to the UK (for the second time). In spite of how long we've been here, and having now experienced several different rental houses, we are still sometimes surprised by what's normal in homes here compared to the US.

From living in a rainy country with no clothes dryer to tiptoeing up steep staircases, we've definitely had to adapt. I recently updated my blog article 30 Big Differences Between British vs. American Houses. Check it out if you're contemplating a move or just curious how things work here.

I've also been surprised by the American things I thought I'd never be able to give up. For example, my current house has no dishwasher. It's just us and the sink when washing up comes along.

Ironically, I've found we stay on top of cleaning dishes better now because we are more likely to do dishes after each meal instead of waiting to fill the dishwasher.

What home convenience would you have a hard time living without?

Travel Find of the Week

West Wycombe Park is a beautiful country park west of London, and I recently discovered that it stood in for a suburban park in one of my favorite movies. In the beginning of Labyrinth, Jennifer Connelly runs across a bridge on her way home to babysit her baby stepbrother. That bridge actually stands here in England. Who knew?

I hope you're looking forward to a lovely week, wherever you are. I'll be traveling soon, but will be back with you in a couple of weeks.

See you next time!

Victoria

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