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No changed my mind and remained in the UK.Started a nursing career,and after practising yoga for 30 yrs,just began a teacher training course.

Yes really good thanks Toots.I had'nt been on any forum's to speak of for a long time,was discussing it at work yesterday which reminded me of this one! lol

Did you return Thom?(Sorry havent logged into the forum for probably 3 yrs.My daughter,and her family live in Cornwall and love it.We visit probably 3 times a year,and living costs are probably the same anywhere in the UK tbh.

Yes!

No surprise to see you posting that Paul!:wink:

Ive noticed its only guys saying this Quokka,and we know how they think right?Just ignore them.One track minds and all that.Im sure the guy you'll be travelling with is a decent,respectful person.Im really excited for you and Im sure it will all be fine.

Hmmm!Having aussie kids,and brought them up in Oz until they were nearly teens,and then relocated to the UK a few years ago,I think I have a balanced viewpoint of restrictions.Going on holiday from the UK to somewhere hot for 2 weeks is a different story,than living somewhere hot.We lived in Sth Aust.I can say categorically that we were just as restricted there as what you might be in the UK weather wise.Days stuck inside during winter with the wood burner on 24/7 to being stuck inside during summer,too hot to do anything really,curtains and blinds drawn,just like winter.Might be different in Qld though.Even on milder days of 20c+I would be telling the girls to stay in the shade,sunblock on etc.I have two siblings both had skin cancer and were and are not sun worshippers.One's had SC twice,the other 5 times!This is just them heading out to hang washing outside,going from the house to the car etc not sunbathing,so you need to be very careful. Our lives did not change when we moved to the UK being outside wise.We weren't beachy type people in Oz and neither in the UK so I guess it depends what type of family you are. I think I would if I were you,rent your house out if you decide to go.Also factor in the working hours.Finishing at 5pm?Is that a dead cert or will you be expected to work later if appts are running late?Getting home right now when its your kids bedtime is only a temp thing,obviously the older they get,the later they'll be staying up.

Thanks Snifter,I don't know why I didn't read the CFS Site.I did when my brothers town was at risk.

Worrying times Jock.

Thought this might be useful for PIO'ers to read.Some pretty stiff price hikes in there too! http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/the-new-laws-that-come-into-effect-in-2016-around-australia/news-story/d1c8d62202b041d3614a3d252fd049dc

Well Im quite worried atm.The bushfires affecting SA are near to where my older sister lives.Unfortunately they're not home right now (on a cruise for 2 weeks)so hope to god their house stays safe. http://www.news.com.au/technology/environment/australia-starts-2016-under-threat-from-bushfires/news-story/83153e855cccaed56231d9fdd8a70a0c

Wishing you TPQ a very Happy New Year,hope its filled with happiness and peace!HNY to everyone else too,hope 2016 is a really good one for you all xoxooxx

Yes Quoll you are!I leave on Mon?Holy Crap its come around fast!Yikes!lol Safe journey Quoll and it will be love for you to catch up with your other son,and his family.xoxox

Yes SusainDouble Trouble eh?hahaha!xx

No argument needed Ausborn.Im returning to Australia a week Mon to live.I've got no "agenda"in my posts.Just surprised you're finding things expensive.I was in Sainsburys this morning,and happened to be in the toiletry isle,shaving cream (male and females £2 per can),Superdrug had Lynx sets (shower gel and deo spray for £2.50).Starbucks is well known to be expensive.You pay more for the brand name.

Best wishes on your future plans!I know a few polish people from work that have recently returned to Poland,so times are changing.

Hi all, Not sure if anyone else has mentioned the devastating recent bushfires that have hit parts of Vic this week.Thoughts go out to all those affected.Hope you all manage to stay safe. http://www.news.com.au/national/victoria-on-high-bushfire-alert-after-great-ocean-road-catastrophe/news-story/07444937a9b7b780705d07a7b49485ac

I also love both countries and been in both this year.Deodorant?Are you having a laugh?Where do you shop for deo?Most places I buy deodorant from (supermarkets,Superdrug,Boots etc you can buy roll on (I don't use sprays)for anything from 80p upwards.

When I was 20,settling down with someone was the furthest thing from my mind.No doubt your gf's mates will be encouraging her to come home because they miss her,and also might harbour feelings of jealousy!I guess though your gf needs to ask herself this?Will these mates still be around in years to come when they're all married,got kids etc? I think I would just let her go.You sound like you have a good head on your shoulders,with your job,future plans etc.I doubt you'd have much trouble finding someone else if that's what you chose to do.Best wishes and good luck for a happy bright future.

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:laugh:Oh Chortlepuss,you did make me laugh!hahahaha Yeah last time I was in Adelaide (this year)my twin and I were sat in her local.An old guy kept hovvering around us,obviously sussing us out?As if??He looked around 70+,and I nearly asked him what rest home he was from?I might have to get a t shirt printed with something like "You've got no chance mate"or......"I don't "do"Fugleys":biglaugh:I remember a few years ago.My bf at the time was roadying some gig interstate.I wasn't going to sit at home so went to my "local"by myself.I was sat at the bar,when a pissed up guy approached me.....G:"How's it going Darlin"?Me:Fine thanks,until you came along...G:Ohhhh haven't we got a bad attitude"?Me:My attitude is fine bud,but it can change depending on who's talking to me,now **** off and leave me alone"!:laugh:

:notworthy:Yep agree 100%!

I really enjoyed catching up with your adventures Stacey.Good that you are spending some time in each place,travelling non stop would be very tiring hey?How did Xmas Day go hon?Did you have a nice day?

Well I guess it depends on how really feel about the place?Sometimes its not actually the place but your attitude towards it,dont you think?Personally,speaking for myself,I would have to ensure a move to Brisbane is as right as it can be,otherwise the OP will be posting back in time,saying Brisbane isn't for them either and now they have the expense of relocating to the UK.

:laugh:Bath is a fantastic place!Good luck and best wishes on your return!