8 Ways I Changed after Moving to the UK from the USA

[@GirlGoneLondonofficial]

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[@ChocoLater1]

Let's get you a new hoodie 🎉

[@josefschiltz2192]

Try Cosyfeet. They might have something you like. They are also wide fitting.

[@DavidIngram-o8s]

My dad used to have a. Pair of overshoes worn over normal street shoes.they were thick and rubber and were called GALOSHES THEYwere menswear but i dont recall seeing anyafter about 1960.. Great vids btw,,kaley ​@@josefschiltz2192

[@larryjimbob]

Get some waterproof gore tex walking/hiking shoes to keep you feet dry. Karrimor make some comfortable ones.

[@JohnDoe-xz4xc]

What are waterproof shoes? Asking as a brit in their 40s who has never lived in another countries. Also: beans on pizza? :-S

[@redmille1000]

I was chatting to my next door neighbour and her boyfriend, she told me she was pregnant, I asked “Who’s the father” her mother said “It could be anyone from the tennis club”, British humour is great!

[@JfromUK_]

🤣 That's brilliant

[@jordanon95]

Should of asked her if it was hers

[@trishamarie671]

The thing about Brits is that they'd say that kind of thing in front of their partner too 😂

[@kosh556]

The idea with wellies is that you buy a half a size to large and then ware very thick sox, then you are warm and dry :)

[@SimonDanson]

I thought many north Americans were fans of wellie throwing competitions and knew all about them.

[@TheOwlman]

Absolutely right. For well over 30 years I have always gone with what were known as "slipper socks" because they have a rubber tread to prevent sliding when you use them as slippers. Though I have never used them this way, the rubber treads stop them moving around in the wellies. I would add that cheap wellingtons are bad wellingtons, if you want comfort you really do need to spend money for proper rubber and adjustment straps - Braemar by Hoggs are my personal favourite, like waterproof foot gloves.

[@mypointofview1111]

Buy a size bigger wellies than you'd normally wear and use socks when you wear them, that should fit you better.

[@stevemcintyre7530]

Spelling check might help!

[@James-w1t]

Sycophancy in the service of clickbait, keep it up Sweetie!

[@davehadley3567]

It’s true you’ve improved with the British influence your inbuilt sarcasm has matured and now closely resembles British sarcasm/ humour. All positive improvements … you’re a keeper.

[@GirlGoneLondonofficial]

Thank you :)

[@notreallydavid]

​@@GirlGoneLondonofficiala keeper on the Peter Shilton level

[@noteverton]

I've always maintained that if you can understand a country's humour, you understand a lot about that country.

[@raymondporter2094]

You are very nearly completely British despite your doubts. And we are lucky to have you.

[@philjameson292]

Yep, fair to say that you are now fully native Love the comment that already being sarcastic was a postive benefit when moving to the UK

[@stephwaite]

I commented on one of your videos a few months back about how much more relaxed and happy you seem to be... It's lovely to see....

[@carolineskipper6976]

Just said the same in my comment.

[@chrisaskin6144]

Kalyn, your one of us now. We'll never let you go back... EVER.

[@Jewlieree]

Cringe

[@misterrbojangles]

So can anybody just move in, no questions asked?

[@James-w1t]

Britain's No. 1 sycophant, certainly !

[@billyo54]

Hi Kalyn. I admire your tenacity to stick in there in the midst of, what must have initially been, a tad confusing to you. Spare a thought for us Europeans living Stateside. I lived there for five years before returning to the UK. I missed the good people I got to know in the USA but I was so exhausted from having to explain everything I said because Americans take everything so literally. I also found it difficult to have real conversations as people seemed to have to dash off somewhere, even in the middle of a conversations. (It's also possible that they found me boring). Upon returning to the UK I found myself breathing a sigh of relief to just sit in a pub and relax.

[@Anon54387]

How else is there to take something than literally? We tend to get to the point, and not have patience in peeling away layers of meaning when people are speaking figuratively or poetically. We aren't, though, without a sense of irony especially, IMO, Southerners. There are two airports in Oklahoma named after guys who perished in airplane crashes. The USA is a big place with a lot of cultural differences among the states. California and Massachusetts are two states that are to the left politically yet there are huge cultural differences between the two states nonetheless. Even a Californian who is to the left feels kind of constrained in Massachusetts. California is very informal. California also has a very different way to it from the midwest, I could spend pages detailing this stuff, but I wouldn't want to bore you. Dashing off in the middle of conversations. I'm not sure where in the USA you were, but I wouldn't be surprised if you were in New York City (they are so overwhelmed with all those people around all the time that they tend to act that way) or southern California where, face it, many people are just kind of flaky. It's almost like it is something in the water in SoCal, one shouldn't take it personally.

[@NZKiwi87]

@@Anon54387In answer to your question: sometimes people speak literally, sometimes people speak metaphorically, and all the variations in between can also be expressed. The irony of your line about speaking ‘to the point’ and then typing out a long patronising dirge tho? lol! 😂

[@kevinfairclough4619]

@@billyo54 I’ve spared a thought. I’ve not been to the east coast…dashing off everywhere isn’t something I’ve experienced in California. I’ve heard NY is a little more unforgiving but I love visiting CA. Beautiful state. Greetings from Bedlington, UK.

[@LyraDavis]

@@Anon54387sarcastic humour for one? Taking the piss/joking in a friendly way is another. There are many ways to speak non-literally other than the pretentious examples you gave. You went on to wax poetically yourself.. oh the irony!

[@jamescurrie7678]

From Girl Gone London to Girl is London has been an awesome transition

[@diamk51]

I've been living in England for many years - starting in 1972. (Yes, I am old.) I returned to the States for family reasons for several years but I did not enjoy it. Luckily I was able to move back to the UK when I retired. Memories of childhood in the USA are lovely, but the reality of living there is not. I experienced many of the changes that you did. I think I always had a British sense of humour because it's only here that anyone ever laughed at my jokes. Here I'm hilarious. I also developed a love of Indian food and I had to really study for the UK driving test. Like yours, my US driving test was on a test site. I had no idea what I was doing, but I passed. Very scary. I walked more and I still do. I tried lots of different kinds of foods, including blue cheese. When we moved back to the States my daughter noted that "everything here is flavoured with cheese, except the cheese. American cheese has no taste at all." So true.

[@mjudec]

If you moved on 1972, I wonder if the reason you didn't take to the US when you had to go back Vs childhood memories could be because of how much the country (and culture) changed in your absence. I know a few people who say the US has changed so much since the early 1980s and at such a pace. Just a thought.

[@lynby6231]

Walking is healthier than driving everywhere and it’s better for the environment too

[@googleaccount4159]

Wait, what?!

[@terrym3837]

You seem more chilled out now and taking things easy

[@pogleswife7572]

Waterproof walking boots made for hill climbing. Made from leather or not ifvthey are also made with goretax they're waterproof. Super comfy. Support your ankles. Me and my hubby wear them a lot

[@altosanon]

I came here to say this - walking boots or shoes made out of gore-tex are great

[@gordon861]

I wear boots all the time now, I think she must have been talking about wellies, I've not owned wellies for at least 40 years.

[@JimmyTheRake]

Skechers!

[@stephendliddle]

I recommend Karrimor Munro Walking boots. About as affordable as fully waterproof walking boots get (full artificial leather) hard wearing, comfy and wide, good wicking lining, easy to maintain without having to use fancy cleaners. Open nice and wide to get on easily.

[@cannfoddr]

Gore-Tex trainers

[@paulchambers3142]

Ive noticed with time you seen much happier . I like the way you say British words but with an American accent! I worked in London for years and the pace was fast...i moved to the countryside and struggled for the first year as the pace was too slow....i adjusted and now live a slower less stressful life. Great episode again pointing out what we take as granted.😊

[@johnbartlett8510]

Do not be concerned about the accent. I am a west Londoner, having lived in the USA for 50+years. I am still being confronted with comments concerning the thickness and lack of understanding of my accent. Stay true to what you have. Do not attempt a change go with the plan!

[@istvanglock7445]

Just to say US Baked Beans and UK Baked Beans are not the same, even when both made by Heinz. The US version is mush.

[@caromurray6152]

I’m in Australia, but when I buy Heinz baked beans I always get the English recipe. The other ones, just aren’t as good.☺️

[@mjudec]

I had US baked beans on toast when visiting a friend in Michigan. I can fully understand why Americans think beans on toast is weird having done that. They're very different

[@alton171]

Thanks!

[@GirlGoneLondonofficial]

Thank you so much for the support!

[@CarolanneTitmus-Greene]

One thing I noticed when I lived in the USA is most drivers there seem to turn on their indicators as they turn instead of giving time for the other drivers to know what is going on in front of them. UK baked beans taste so much nicer than the ones I found in the USA...the sauce is better.

[@antb6032]

Probably makes sense considering they call it a "turn signal" whereas we call it the "indicator" 😅 so they use it in the literal sense possibly

[@MichaelChristian-rw5jc]

I'm british born and raised drivers today rarely indicate their intentions in time. It's common to see drivers on motorways and dual carriageways signal as they're already turning onto thr slip road.

[@LTFC1964]

You have clearly really grasped our sense of self depreciation and sarcasm without perhaps knowing it….it shines through👍

[@stevetaylor90]

It's deprecation. No 'i'.

[@nickblooruk]

Secret to parallel parking - Use / practice the full lock!! (steering wheel is turned as far as it can go to the left or right).. So when reversing into the space, you line up the rear of your car facing the roadside (we will call this point A), with vehicle behind (lining it up with the roadside)... Then once lined up use the full lock, you swing into the parking space... Be careful of the front of your care (bonnet), as you don't want that hitting the car in front of you as you swing into the parking spot... Because you are full locked, point A moves very little. You can use this as a point of reference, as the rest of the car rotates around this axes - just make sure that point A lines up properly..... With a little practice, you too can parallel park. Note: Even when you are fully locked, point A will move slightly. The degree of movement will vary for car to car, so you will have to practice this, and make slight mental adjustments to compensate.

[@stevecarter8810]

My wife was stuck on parallel parking for the longest time before she got a new instructor who explained it thus: 1) You see this car next to us? 2) Park behind it.

[@davebarlow6457]

Keep up the great work. Your videos are always enthusiastic and a great watch. As a Brit i find your observations on our quirky little country fascinating !!

[@gillianc8106]

As someone who’s about to move from Scotland to California, I’m finding your observations really interesting! I’m a new subscriber, and I’m very much enjoying your videos. 🥰 Also, when I visit my (Scottish) husband who’s already over there, I have to take Heinz baked beans with me because he really misses them. One Christmas, he got gift-wrapped baked beans in his stocking. 😆

[@GirlGoneLondonofficial]

I'm so glad you're enjoying! Love that you have to be the mule for Heinz baked beans across the pond!

[@KellyS_77]

Depending on what part of California he's in you can find Heinz beans imported from the UK at some grocery stores. If he happens to be near a store called "world market" they usually have them. Some grocery chains (Safeway, Lunardis, IGA) also usually have them. They are crazy expensive though.

[@simonmeadows7961]

The best recommendation for anything waterproof and or warm comes via my sister, who works in agriculture. Don't go to "outdoor clothes" shops: Trust those that cater for farmers and country sports. To that end, two of the best brands I know are Deerhunter and Hoggs of Fife. Any shop that stocks those two brands is almost certain to have some good footwear.

[@John.Mann.1941]

I have similar experiences withe my accent . I grew up in and around London, but moved to Canada in my mid twenties, so kept my accent . It’s often been a great conversation starter. Don’t loose yours.

[@billyhills9933]

The ultimate test of baked beans is the 'Student's Special' - eating the beans cold directly from the can with a spoon. For when you really, really can't be bothered.

[@Phillip-q9s]

I do that now and I'm 57 😂😂

[@Nobby76]

Cold beans and a few slices of bread was a staple for me as a student. Cold bean sandwiches for the win!

[@abarratt8869]

You can easily restore a respectable, haut cuisine reputation from such dining habits with the addition of some Lea and Perrins Worcestershire sauce.

[@davidz2690]

cold beans? never seen anyone do that in all my life - that's fucking gross haha

[@keysmiff7689]

​@Phillip-q9s Beat you 74 years old. Still eat them cold from the tin when I go fishing. Made it a lot easier when they introduced the ring pull cans.

[@sudonum3108]

I'd recommend Merrell footwear. I have half a dozen Merrell shoes and boots, all of them are waterproof and very comfortable.

[@HootMaRoot]

I have seen them getting more popular recently and in every outdoor activities shop. Many of thier designs look like berghaus designs from 10+ years ago. The MOAB 3 and accentor sport 3 look identical to berghaus pairs I had 10 years ago

[@Xev714]

I came here to recommend the same. I bought a pair when I was in Florida specifically to bring as I have just moved to the UK. I wear them often and I don't think I needed to break them in. They are very comfortable and keep my feet dry. And yes, I say this as someone who has had physical therapy for hammer toe and plantar fasciitis.

[@GSongwriter]

Most people in UK struggle with parallel parking. So you are not alone. I only know one person who can do it first time. The rest including myself take many attempts to get into the space and once in the space by going backwards and forwards to get close to the kerb and leave a distance for the car behind.

[@ItsMeJenBB]

Fellow FL girl here- I will vouch for the fact that we don't do a lot of parallel parking here. Downtown Orlando has a lot of parallel parking, but I will totally park 3 blocks away from where I need to be, just to avoid having to do it. LOL I love British humor, but I also have super dry deadpan humor myself, so I immediately felt home watching or hearing their comedy styles. :)

[@pauljohnson4871]

You have changed, glad you haven't lost your accent it's part of you. I'm still loving you subjects videos are amazing

[@carolbrookes5748]

Waterproof shoes, especially wellies - buy a size larger than you normally wear (helps cope with lack of 'give' and allows for thicker socks too)

[@TukikoTroy]

My dad's idea of a curry back in the sixties was to make a stew... then throw several tablespoons of 'curry powder' into it. Up until the mid seventies when I visited my first curry house, that was what i though a curry was.

[@daviddogsbody]

This comment brought back an old memory.

[@leedsman54]

Yes but basically that’s what curry is.

[@daviddogsbody]

@@leedsman54 My dads version was more like a lamb, potato and carrot stew with a teaspoon of curry powder.

[@Drew-Dastardly]

No Vesta?

[@daviddogsbody]

@@Drew-Dastardly That's brought back another memory. The Vesta beef curry with rice. My introduction to India food lol

[@oz25]

In my opinion, wellies are for floods and walking in thick mud. Otherwise, I tend to live in good quality hiking boots that can handle the odd puddle but work just as well on wet grass, rough paths, pavements and shopping centres. ❤

[@roderickmain9697]

My experience of living and working in NC was that my US colleagues seemed more pressured. They would be out the door on the stroke of 17.00 (or 5pm). By 17.15 there was almost nobody left in the building and by 17.30 the heating and lighting were switched off and security would want to know why I was still there. Whereas in the UK or Germany (when I was back this side) some folks may have started later, finishing later ...there was no rush to get out the door and get home - just finish up what your doing and take as much time as you need. Same amount of work achieved, but less pressure. Your work life balance was your choice not forced on you. Oh...but while I'm here, a lot of Anericans claim not to understand 24 hour clocks. "Its military time" they'd say if that somehow makes it incomprehensible. "Hey what time is your train?" - "its at 13.35" - "say-what?" - Not that they got trains in the US - lol. But you know, aeroplanes, meeting times, pub hours.... But yeah. Tea. You might still get deported. (not a huge tea fan myself). One thing about NC I miss is being able to get pizza (or other take outs) or waffles at any time of the day or night. There are few places in the UK which still serve food after 22.00 (10pm). Maybe a few more across the channel but maybe only the big cities.

[@harrybarrow6222]

Some of your changes are definitely for the better, such as walking more. I have been driving for 60 years. First in the UK and I took a test here. I was definitely at my driving best around the time of the test or a little after. Then I lived in California for 14 years and took a driving test there too. I also did an advanced driving course at work in the UK. That taught me how to avoid and prevent problems: “Never rush to get into trouble”. I really like your sense of humour, Kalyn. I had a smile through most of your video.

[@harrisonandrew]

If it helps, I passed my driving test in 1984 and have driven 20,000 to 30,000 miles per year since and I am terrible at parallel parking 😂.

[@nigeltown6999]

There are treatments, available in all good stores, that can be sprayed on leather shoes to make them waterproof; well "shower proof" at least...

[@jonathan.palfrey]

I’m British and I don’t drink tea or coffee-just two childhood aversions that stuck with me forever. I can tolerate hot chocolate occasionally. In winter, I occasionally drink hot wine. But almost all of the time my drinks are cold.

[@SweetLotusDreams]

My son 31 never drinks hot drinks. Water, OJ and coke zero. Hardly touches alcohol either, he’s such a puritan.

[@MRB-19]

Re Indian cuisine: the huge diversity in South Asian cooking, I have learned to distinguish around the amount of chilli in particular. Spicy - yes, but go easy on the chilli. Chilli is not the only spice.

[@AngryPacifist-kd6md]

You have developed the self-deprecating sense of humour of a Brit as well. But cheesy beans on toast is the best!

[@Troubleatmill-h6d]

Just about talking to random people. I moved from London to North Yorkshire 45 years ago and found that folk here are super friendly by comparison. Mind you, if you were ever unsure about your own short comings you could not find a more helpful people. 😁

[@Paulfroe]

for British humour i always recommend Blackadder series 2,3 & 4.

[@marieparker3822]

The New Statesman (Rick Mayall), the Comedy Store parody films (Rik Mayall, Adrian Edmonson, Jennifer Saunders,Dawn French), Fawlty Towers, Yes Prime Minister.

[@leftmono1016]

Agreed. Once you’ve watched 2-4 you can go back and watch series 1. It shouldn’t be completely left out!

[@Paulfroe]

@@leftmono1016 true, its not bad, just not up to the standard of the following series.

[@Paulfroe]

@@marieparker3822 yes comic strip presents

[@leftmono1016]

@@Paulfroe 👍

[@constancejordan7359]

I’m from Florida & I’m a be a Girl Gone Derry. Everything u said is so true! I love all the walking I do here, how you can enjoy your friends, family, & life! You don’t have to play, beat the clock! I’ve been bk here over 7 yrs this time, (lived here 92/93) & can’t imagine living anywhere else!

[@john_g_harris]

One thing about walking in Britain is that you're unlikely to meet any crocodiles. 😊

[@billyhills9933]

As any child will tell you, crocodiles live in the cracks in the pavement which is why you don't tread on them.

[@john_g_harris]

@billyhills9933 That's why people walk down country lanes - they don't have pavements (sidewalks).

[@stevejohns8753]

No crocodiles in Florida

[@notreallydavid]

You say that, but...

[@jajabez8379]

@@stevejohns8753 Or they're as good at hiding as the pavement-enforcement bears in the UK... always waiting round the next corner to catch repeat offenders... so you don't see them... until it's too late...

[@Andrea_Esq.]

Recently discovered your channel. Truly enjoy it, thanks.

[@johnwarr7552]

_Good_ leather shoes/boots well maintained will keep out water for a surprisingly long time and they are comfortble. You can't go paddling in them but....

[@mrphoenix798]

With the shoes point (& this coming from an 18 y/o male from Wales with Cerebral Palsy), honestly just get yourself a good shoe that you like & they'll be good enough for most UK weather. I personally only have 1 pair & haven't had more than 1 in almost a good decade now. Now granted, I wear splints due to my Cerebral Palsy so I have that ankle & foot support regardless of weather. But in general with wet weather just get yourself a shoe (or boot if you're like my dad) that has good grip, is comfortable & has ankle/foot support so if you fall in harsh conditions like loads of rain, wind or ice you don't immediately snap your ankle on a bad landing

[@terencesaunders1357]

I am cooking a jacket potato as I’m watching you. Plus I’m having beans with it.

[@prizenumpty5346]

No Tea, had me reaching for the pitchfork but you redeemed yourself with the Baked Beans overload, so I put the pitchfork back. Stead as she goes.

[@Jewlieree]

Her talking about baked beans was the most cringe American ish

[@HootMaRoot]

Like others have said for wellies depended on brand buy half a size larger then you need and wear thicker socks. But if you want waterproof trainers or trail walking boots I recommend salomon or berghaus both amazing quality and there is karrimor lower quality(price reflects as the other 2 brands can cost up to 3x the price) and the uppers can wear out fast in constant use along with getting wet then dried daily. All three brands majority if not all thier shoes are waterproof from low ankle running shoes to high ankle hiking boots

[@corkscrewcurly]

It's a really commonly held misconception by people who DON'T originate from the UK, that we are "reserved" and don't talk to strangers. Every single time I go shopping, I start chatting to someone, or they start a conversation with me.

[@SustainableSierra]

I feel like I do SO much educating on the accent thing. Accents tend to be “set” when our language window closes around age 10 and they’re baffled every time I say this. My American accent is more “neutral expat” than Midwest these days but it’s still clearly American and always will be. My son has lived half his life in Britain so it’ll be interesting to see what happens in a few years.

[@valeriekampmeier8424]

I have met a few people who have emigrated as adults and managed to be pretty near a perfect speaker in their adopted country, but it’s rare.

[@TotalParanoia]

Get yourself some GoreTex Adidas trainers (sneakers 😉). They are the most comfortable shoes I've ever had. Waterproof, breathable, flexible all-in-one!

[@acid3137]

Could not agree more, Adidas all the way. I've been walking my dogs through fields and bogs for years, Adidas 100%

[@robhingston]

correct ,, GoreTex Adidas trainers feel and look the same as any other trainers, Yes worth every penny.. Gore Tex material is a total game changer in waterproof goods,

[@-im1974]

Any golf shoe company that has gone into trainer market is what you want. Guaranteed dry feet

[@richieclean]

Gore Tex is a total gimmick. Yes it's breathable, yes it's waterproof, but it isn't both of those things at the same time.

[@PaulForeman-indievisuals]

Or just take a trip to any outdoors store and try any varieties of goretex shoes of different types specifically for walking

[@Mike-pm9kn]

The first Indian restaurant in London opened in the early 19th century - about 30 years before the first fish and chip shop.

[@GirlGoneLondonofficial]

Very interesting!

[@PeterJay-o9g]

Whilst I was living in Texas I was asked probably once a day on average once a day where I was from. I'd usually respond with: "I'd say Dallas, but I take it that's not your point" "But you have an accent" "So do you" (Confusion for a moment, then the light dawns) "Well I suppose I do". I used to have a lot of fun with that.

[@andrewwmacfadyen6958]

In the old movies Doris Day could always drive her full size convertible straight into a parking space at the door of the shop she was going to hence expression "Doris Day Parking Space". An increasing number of modern cars can self. Parallel Park - scary😮

[@Jess-T]

What I don't understand about the US is that they say we don't use spices and laugh about our food, but just like you say with not liking spices, Americans don't really seem to like them or know how to use them. Whereas curry here is part of our cultural heritage and national cuisine. It's great that you've tried some curries, they don't have to be super hot.

[@tmntleo]

You don't need to like tea, you're fine :P I've lived in the UK all my life and I don't like hot drinks either.

[@emmagrey521]

Baked beans, mixed with mash potatoe. I still do this as an adult when i have beans with mash!

[@gordonanderson4999]

Thanks

[@GirlGoneLondonofficial]

Thank you so much for your support!

[@DarrellBethell]

Hi Kaitlyn I recommend waterproof running shoes they feel just like normal trainers but keep your feet dry. I have a pair of Nike I used for hiking normally but if the weather is really bad around town l also use them then

[@Phiyedough]

I did have to get a Hungarian driving licence when I moved there from UK but fortunately they did not require me to take another test.

[@tomjohnston1220]

I am Irish and have many wonderful American relatives and friends. It's always a relief to hear from an intelligent, good-hearted American, there's not enough of them.

[@belperflyer7419]

I can parallel park but it wasn't part of the driving test back in 1958. I used the instructor's car which had only 3 gears (bottom had no synchromesh, so double declutching was needed when changing down!) and reverse, of course.

[@janephilpott6565]

One of my best friends has become a British citizen, originally from near Pittsburgh and her recollections are very similar to yours! She still isn't 100% clear on who Ant and Dec are though... 😂

[@alexbruce9499]

It's easy to find out who Ant and Dec are. Knowing which one is Ant and which one is Dec is the true challenge.

[@janephilpott6565]

@alexbruce9499 🤣🤣🤣

[@AlOh-2]

I brought a pair of boots from karrimor. They had a woollen lining on the inside and it was like walking around in a pair of slippers! 🥰

[@joshbrailsford]

Kalyn, I wear Vivo Barefoot boots when it's wet. They're waterproof, very soft, loads of room for your toes - really comfy. And they don't have quite the same level of "barefootness" as barefoot shoes - they're a little more padded, so not too different in feel to a thin sneaker.

[@clivewilliams3661]

For the best waterproof shoes go to a genuine outdoor shop, where they sell hiking, hunting and shooting and fishing gear e.g. Blacks, Go Outdoors (maybe Decathlon) etc. Don't buy fashion brands and be prepared to spend well, don't pick the cheapest. If it has a Goretex label it will be waterproof even if its leather or Nubuck. Any boots or shoes that don't breathe like rubber ones will not be comfortable. Lastly, always look after your waterproof boots and shoes, they will serve you well for years. Beans and Mash! More speed less haste! Slowing down often means that you are able to do things more productively. Its like driving a car very fast, it doesn't become more and more frantic, everything begins to slow down and you become far more effective and relaxed.

[@Gordon-y1z]

Lived here 27 years and still sound American, like I just got off the plane. Don’t lose your accent. Like the Drive By Truckers sing, “Don’t sing with a fake British accent. Don’t try to be someone you ain’t.” Don’t ever be a fake.

[@naomiwest7556]

We always say that mainland Britain is fast paced, we live on the Isle of Wight which is very slow paced

[@GirlGoneLondonofficial]

I would love to visit the Isle of Wight!

[@alangudgin7145]

Slow down and enjoy what's going on around you, it's satisfying.

[@markjones127]

Inov8 waterproof hiking boots are much softer and comfier than other more traditional hiking boots, they do waterproof hiking boots and running shoes, if you ever visit the Lake District pop into a shop in Kendal called Pete Bland Sports which is one of the best trail shoe shops in the country.

[@SMT-vb2vb]

If you live in UK for any length of time your best bet for footwear would be flippers!😂It’s so lovely to have you living in the UK. We love sarcasm over here, It’s in our DNA. I have seen some people from other countries gasp hearing the sarcasm but it’s 90% pure banter. We have an amazing range of foods from all over the world here now. You don’t need to fly thousands of miles to experience different foods as you’ll find most of them in London. You are one click away on the internet if you ever need anyone. You are a delight. I am not so much mature now, more fermenting. My chicks have flown the nest so if you ever need help you are a just click away on the keyboard x🥰🙌

[@43pir3x2]

Depends where you live in the UK , I live in the North of the UK and you cannot go anywhere without talking to somebody especially if you have a dog.

[@webbsfan1]

You are so right, my friend and I take our dogs out for a walk every morning and never fail to chat to someone, sometimes other dog owners and sometimes just random people out enjoying the day. It's good to talk as they say...

[@alantheinquirer7658]

Have you considered doing a video or even an e-book, giving advice to American visitors on driving in the UK? Not necessarily to pass the UK test but advice of how to transfer skills.

[@marksimms4954]

For normal urban living in the UK, you don't need "waterproof" shoes. A good pair of leather shoes that have been regularly polished with a traditional wax polish are good enough to resist typical UK rain. Leather has the advantage that it will mould to your feet over time, making it far more comfortable than other materials. Shoes with a waterproof membrane will not mould, as the membrane has no give in it.

[@q.e.d.9112]

Parallel parking is a skill you can learn. The trick is to stop level with the car you want to park behind and only about a foot or eighteen inches out. Now turn your wheel fully left and start reversing slowly, while you gradually centre the steering. By the time the rear corner of that car is level with your windscreen you should be starting to turn the wheel to the right, watching to ensure your front left just misses its rear corner. Don’t know why I love your channel, but I do. Go girl!! It does take practice, but the key is always starting from that same position, right alongside the car you’re going to park behind. Once you’ve mastered that, then there are refinements you can learn to enable you to get into tighter spots. This involves starting from a similar position but angled out, so that the back of your car is closer to the other car than the front. Find a friend with a car, choose a quiet, suburban street and practice parking behind each other. When you can park within 3 or 4 feet behind the other car, you’ve got it. Modern cars make it relatively easy, because you can still turn the steering when the car is stationary. British road conditions make for excellent driving skills. It’s the attitudes of far too many that need working on, IMHO.

[@AliceS-w9y]

You need a trip to Millets. Walking boots feel better than wellies. Go half a size up for a little space around your toes and to have room for thick socks. Be prepared to spend more on a pair that should last a long time. Mine are Berghaus supalite ones and I live in them. Berghaus also do repairs for free so this summer I will be sending them back for a resole.

[@NickByne-f2h]

I have only recently discovered your channel and am absolutely fascinated! As others have said you are definitely a keeper 🙂

[@leod-sigefast]

A baked bean dish I like to make, as a breakfast or lunch ... or whenever you fancy a bit of a more filling snack, is a toast, cheddar cheese on top, hot baked beans on top of the cheese, and a fried egg on top of the beans. The beans melt the cheese and it is lovely! You could butter the toast too. I have also been known to put a bit of ketchup or chilli sauce on top of it all. A bit sacrilege but that is the thing with baked beans: versatility.

[@gwtpictgwtpict4214]

I do something similar, buttered toast, layer of grated cheese, then baked beans with curry powder stirred through them, another layer of grated cheese and then the fried egg. Lush.

[@la-go-xy]

There are all sorts of waterproof shoes: hiking boots or like trainers, wellies or normal shoes, which are soft... If tere is some Tex in it they ususlly label it.

[@elliottjames8020]

I'm English living in the US, I never felt the need to buy waterproof shoes in the UK. Regular street shoes are normally find.

[@simonbarnard1861]

“I even did a puzzle” 😂😂😂😂. Go you - (didn’t know these could be done without a mug of tea though!).

[@IanWilson-es4wi]

Welcome. If, by waterproof shoes, you mean something like wellington boots then I agree with you - they are mostly uncomfortable. But unless you plan on spending time in puddles I would suggest decent walking boots or shoes with a waterproofing agent like goretex. Try Go Outdoors, they have a huge range and good prices. Other vendors are available. Have a nice day.

[@paulgnsn554]

What was your first experience with washing the dishes with your partner? When I first started dating an American she asked why I didn't rinse the dishes before I put them on the draining board. 'No need' I said. 'British washing up liquid is designed to totally disappear when dry.' ...turns out we Brits are just used to everything we consume tasting of soap. I rinse all my dishes before they dry now 😂

[@GirlGoneLondonofficial]

I will be honest and say that to this day, we say that a dishwasher saved our relationship for the sole reason it stopped us arguing over who was doing the dishes correctly and rinse vs no rinse and how much water was being used. 😂😂😂

[@williamnethercott4364]

You've certainly picked up on the humour. Well done! I've had some colleagues during my working life who never made any progress with it.

[@Mice-sb9dz]

I’d recommend getting a pair of waterproof trainers or boots. My last pair of sketchers were waterproof and I have a pair of waterproof walking/hiking boots

[@Kari.F.]

Try Vessi. Just as waterproof as rubber boots, and as comfy as shoes can possibly get. They have boots and shoes. You will likely be okay with just the shoes.

[@jenniferloyd-pain4429]

I'm a US-British citizen who also lived in Florida for awhile and you're spot on! Keenes and Sketchers make excellent and comfortable waterproof walking shoes BTW. Love your videos.

[@adrianmcgrath1984]

I think that with less of a car culture, life becomes a bit less in need of planning. There’s usually a corner shop or a baker nearby. Rustling up a meal doesn’t mean driving to a mall, where you will try to get everything you can imagine needing for a week. If you need just a loaf of bread, or some milk, a corner shop will have you covered.

[@PedroConejo1939]

Yeah, you can stay. With wellos, try them before buying, with thick socks on and make sure the sole is sturdy. Too many have thin soles that don't let you walk on rough ground. I'd recommend a farmers store - or stall in a local market.

[@johnhockenhull2819]

My grandmother used to put cold baked beans (straight out of the can) on salads. Sounds weird but you should try it.

[@thatroger8548]

Try barefoot shoes, if you find waterproof shoes too tight or restrictive. Several winter versions with warm fleecy linings, wide toe boxes. If the thin soles are not for you, have you shopped at some of the hiking and climbing shops, gortex lined trainers have a waterproof fabric built into them that stops water getting in, but lets water vapour out, so your feet don't sweat in them. Some can be very soft to the touch,

[@ronkelley5348]

If you want proper outdoor footwear for paths, low level walks etc., then you need one of the 'walking shoe' options as sold by 'proper' outdoor clothing / equipment suppliers.

[@CJLloyd]

As a Brit who has moved to a place even wetter than the UK, I can safely say this about wellies: don't bother. Invest in a high quality pair of hiking boots. Those will not only cope better with a lot of walking, but will also keep the rain off you unless you get caught in a monsoon (not kidding, that happened to me.)

[@UffersMcAwesome]

Re waterproof shoes....... Get some wellies 😊

[@ajallan3142]

You could always try waterproof socks if waterproof shoes are an issue. Sealskinz are very good for that although maybe a little bit thick, but they do work.

[@itmusthavebeenyears3001]

Cheesy beans on toast with a poached egg on top, plus HP Sauce. ❤

[@tev9437]

Just add some curry powder to your beans on toast.

[@electricleg207]

I prefer Worcestershire Sauce ,but that's food of the gods .

[@MIEJ4]

Trail shoes are a lot better - Salamon Speedcross highly recommended. So much easier than walking boots. Couple with a pair of waterproof socks makes it ideal. Simply can’t be beaten.