DAY IN THE LIFE Living In USA: Homesick? Life Updates

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[@CultureTrekking]

I've moved A LOT in the last few decades, the first month is great, at 3 months it's when you start to question decisions, then 6 months is when you feel like you have your groove, and at 1 year one day you are sitting in a random parking lot and realize that it feels like home. Allow the emotions, lean into building community and having regular connection to those who are supportive back home and on the hard days have a good chat with your mum ;)

[@BoughtwiththeBloodofJesu-yd8eq]

My friend not to make you feel bad but little Elle lost her mom three years ago 😞

[@BoughtwiththeBloodofJesu-yd8eq]

But your advice comes from a good place Elle won't hold it against you you just didn't know she is like my surrogate daughter in my heart ❤️💕

[@misslouise05431]

I think nursery/day care is an amazing option! They will meet friends and they can socialise. My two children met their best friends in nursery who have been friends through primary/secondary! I’ve also met other mums through groups etc. It’s also amazing for the children’s independence and understanding there’s others outside the family unit etc xxx

[@meglouise127]

I definitely agree, it's best for their social skills and independence

[@ShannanRose]

These vlogs make my heart happy! You're one of the main reasons I started KZbin & although I'm a small channel I just hit 4k! Thankyou so much for inspiring me always 🫶

[@carmenrowey4432]

Just subscribed to you hun ❤xxx

[@ShannanRose]

@carmenrowey4432 Thankyou so much! That is so lovely of you 🫶 I really appriciate it 🤍

[@Leamarie87x]

Same xx

[@sarahobrien4403]

Followed xx

[@emmascott7500]

Me too 🥰Xx

[@Rileypatles]

I think a daycare is a better option in terms of socialization. It’s also great to have your home to yourself where you work from home. Or days when you just want to lounge at home without having the kids home.

[@bethan-maejames1170]

And a really great babysitter for when needed. ☺️

[@KayleighMarie]

i love to see family time, errands, days out, moving vlogs for sure espicallt when your stuff arrives in a month or so!! xx

[@donnacowan9167]

The way Romeo looks at you 🥺😍🥰😍🥰 Can’t wait to hear the boys with their wee Texan accents xx

[@fairylove8142]

Here in the US, the children start school at 3. Check your local schools to see if they have Pre-k 3😊

[@julieknowles6331]

Oh Ellie the video shows that you are a little homesick but this will be so normal darling, so natural but you will get through this and Katie will help and you will get other videos, thank you for your video and big hugs to you all xx

[@orchidlife9482]

So happy your precious pups arrived-they seem so well adjusted already. Having lived abroad a few various time, there can be real cultural shock and a period of discomfort. Be gentle with yourself and give each other grace. You two are so fun and talented, you’ll be thriving before you know it!

[@APinchOfBecky]

I’m loving these homely vlogs! I love your little shopping trips, baking/cooking, cleaning vids etc. Can’t wait to see videos of you styling your new home - I know it’s gonna make me wanna change my home around 😂 You’re my new comfort KZbinr and I’ve just honestly been binging all your videos lately. It’s like having a new friend 🩷 It’s so heartwarming to see you both living out your dream - and OMG the food!!!!! Little bit jealous over here! 😂🩷

[@brittanynicole7911]

As a Canadian, please make sure you’ve done a lot of research in the American school system, in particular mass shootings. That phrase itself sounds wild but the amount of school shootings in the US is shocking😥

[@Sweetlatte79]

I watched this tic tok on not sending your child to American schoold with light up flashing shoes which we all do in the UK for that exact reason as it could cost them there lives! Horrifying, you made such a valid important point us brits don't even consider thank you xx

[@peace4985]

I'm glad you've Hector and herbie it's nice that they reunited with you so l hope you are enjoying your new home in USA 🇺🇸 love Carmen from England 🇬🇧 ❤️

[@bridiewright1519]

Everytime you post I have to count back 6 hrs😂,I rewatched the reunion with hector n herbie and cried even harder as a dog mum, I just love the fact you're all back together ❤

[@natashaatteridge9941]

I am loving your vlogs atm. Would love more of the house as super gorgeous! And I think daycare sounds like a good option for you all from a social perspective but also understand handing over your children to strangers is the hardest thing. But you will get to know them and the boys will show you if they were unhappy there. My son started preschool at 2 and it's been the best thing . Can't wait to see you reunited with Katie xxx

[@rebeccagancarcik2084]

Daycare has been the best for my family!! Our 2 year old son looks forward to going and seeing his friends every day. There are also options to only send for a half day a couple days a week etc. and then you could have a part-time nanny a couple other days and for date nights.

[@tcbtutorials]

Lovely vlog Elle 🥰 your dogs are just so precious! So lovely to see you all settling into your new life xx 😘

[@teeteeiren9748]

Elle, I just got around to watching this vlog because I have been busy unpacking from a recent move. I too left friends and family. However, I realized today that I've accepted this move so much better because of your enthusiasm; so "thank you". I think seeing our Children happy will continue to bring us peace and contentment. Also, any material you post is delightful!!!

[@jadebradley6477]

So happy that you and Katie will be reuniting very soon!🤍

[@lieselot]

So happy for you! I’ve been following you for quite some time now and you are lovely. It’s such an inspiration to see you grow and follow your journey. It gives me hope that one day I will get to make my dreams reality too and live abroad. Lots of love xx

[@lucyhill8006]

Love the self care parts of your vlogs, like the self care hauls and routines etc xx

[@hayleyallen4713]

Loooooving your American vlogs. Your so brave to pack up and move across the other side of the world. Please keep Vloging it all for us to see. You seem so happy out there so far. 🥰 Good luck with it all, Looking forward to your next video 😊 xxx

[@donnadewberry5104]

Loving the vlogs! Keep them coming, you guy’s look so happy! ❤

[@kimberleybobeldijk]

I’m living for your vlogs atm. They just make me so happy. I’m also very jealous of your weather 💗

[@aggiemyyy27myyy29]

Everyone's looking more happy because of the great weather and outdoor life

[@mellisabenrabeh6965]

absolutely love your content recently and following your families journey would love to see more of your local town and american recipes love your haul and decor videos looking forward to the organisation ones you mentioned are to come ❤❤

[@bwitched3810]

Elle day care is a get option .The boys will have such fun . I tried having someone in for our twins ..Its didn't feel right .Saint is at the age where he will have so much fun..Your New style of vlogs are amazing ..Each week you will feel more and more at home Plus once your things arrive it will be amazing . Sending much love and hugs your way

[@susancollins9085]

You are both wonderful parents! Love Saint holding the gate open!…. 💕🙏🏻😘

[@morgancrim397]

Look for Mother’s Day Out programs at churches in your area! Also with summer coming up different places like YMCA has children day camps and activities, the library has fun stuff to take them to, you can put Saint in soccer or t-ball!

[@ashleigh6631]

Loving your videos! I always look forward to them🩷

[@Lauren.269]

I'de love to see errands, normal day in the life & a lil home decor 💞 Loved to hear your 6 week reflection. Me & my Fiancé are also making a big move next year so nice to see what I may expect ✨

[@charlotte_w18]

I am loving all these vlogs and this content makes me so happy!! I feel like I am living my dream through you ❤ Thank you for sharing this all with us, love from the UK

[@kaciegreen7825]

LOVE these American vlogs 🫶🏻🥰 glad to see Herbie and heccy back!! Xx

[@nataliesimmons6960]

Really loving the vlogs!! Can’t wait for the next one ❤

[@LadySoniaReacts]

You've done more in 6 weeks than I've done in 30 years 😂❤ Girl, you are goals. ❤

[@rebekahbradford7679]

Loving these vlogs and your America journey so far I don’t want the videos to end.

[@jessicajohnston3883]

Girlll… Your glow is just so different here, and it’s stunning! So happy you’re all living your best lives ❤

[@emmahaynes8868]

I am truly so happy for you guys ❤

[@samensor37]

I love watching your vlogs and being all home and cosy xx 😘

[@spainwithkate]

I´m a recent subscriber and absolutely love watching your videos. I´ve moved from UK to Spain and completely understand the homesick feeling- being in the place you dream of living without family and friends can be tough at times. I´m learning that it´s very normal to have days where I might feel a bit low but the good days outweigh this. You should be very proud of yourselves with all you are achieving and for following your dreams :)

[@Sarahjane628]

Yay the queen has posted 😊 Love these vlogs so much and can’t wait to see your reunion with Katie xxx

[@bobbirussell4755]

your videos make my heart happy, it's such wholesome content and, honestly, my favourite at the moment! 💗

[@amandaclem25]

Live for your vlogs. It’s so nice watching you all settle into your new life in America 🇺🇸 I’m a new follower and loving all your updates

[@user-hx1yl3xx1p]

Love the vlogs your boys are so lovely. Your a lovely family and send you love and good wishes for your life out there now ❤

[@amyllewellyn7827]

My kids both told me so - at some point they needed a social connection with bobbins their own age more than I needed the childcare! ❤ it’s a guilt thing for us but I am ssoooooooo glad I did as come school they settled in so well with the same social flow of a school day - hindsight is such a powerful beast but now with 6 and 8 I’m so glad I sent them from 2 xxx

[@karenharvey2122]

So excited to see the next instalment of your life in the States! Saint and Romeo are adorable and seeing you all outside at the park made me smile 😊 Lovely to see Herbie and Hector enjoying life in Houston. Keep these videos coming! You all look so happy.

[@scone9961]

Loving the vids Elle. You are such an inspiration to everyone out there that's also skint

[@rosiedouglas2294]

Skint?😂

[@bethanyxox]

Clicking so fast ! Loving this videos Elle ♥️

[@user-yv8qu6mx8f]

Loving the music ❤ So so happy for your family living the best life. Every time I hear Beyoncé Texas hold up I think of you. The video of reuniting with the boys made me cry with happiness xx

[@heatherclarke5804]

Loving the videos!! Especially the DITL vlogs xx

[@beckymorrisson6716]

Your children are so happy & well behaved, I’ve watch you since you were pregnant with Saint, & I’ve never heard them cry! You & Con are wonderful parents xx

[@michellemoran4268]

I’d love to see decorating, organizing and DITL vlogs. I’m going to try that recipe! Thanks 😊

[@Sian_Somerville]

Loving the America vlogs! Also your baby Boys are just the absolute sweetest 🥹 I’m expecting my first Baby (a Boy 💙) in July and seeing yours with you gets me so excited to become a Boy mum xx

[@nicola7609]

Good to hear some reality of starting out new in the USA, I can imagine not having friends or family close is the hardest part. I think once you make a couple of mates Elle it will all fall into place for you xx

[@alisondietz5234]

Absolutely loving your videos. X

[@eleanorshephard9660]

Sending loads of love Elle and family!

[@SuperLil35]

Congratulations on your big move! SO exciting! I wish I lived in Houston, I would totally be your friend! You have a lovely family. Good luck with everything!

[@martinaevans250]

Wonderful blog really enjoy all aspects of your life

[@clairearchibald7654]

Love your videos so much! The longer the better! 🤗

[@amberlouise6695]

I'm so happy I've found your channel honestly most people I follow are just not the same or I'm just not enjoying the content. But I'm feeling like I've found joy in your vlog.

[@lisajane9006]

I’m obsessed with your American adventures! Look forward to every video 😍 can’t wait for your new US clothing hauls.

[@sabaahmed5905]

I’ve been loving your vlogs Elle! Especially the moving to Texas ones, you’re radiating peace, harmony and love. So happy to see it and the best of luck to you and all your boys 🩷

[@lauraloops...]

Romeo and Saint are the bestest little babies! You and Connor are blessed ❤

[@AnnmarieStarx]

So happy for you all looks amazing xxx

[@taracole6152]

TOTALLY loving your American vlogs!!!❤, your boys always seem so happy and smiley.... I've always thought Saint is very advanced for his age. This is very much a credit to you and Con ❤. Your home by the way is out of this world!!! What a dream. Im sooo excited for you up and coming Vid's❤....p.s. your make up towards the end of the vid is STUNNING... and the way Romeo looks at you 😭🥰❤️ XX

[@FuqNaziTube]

Mondays are a popular day for some business to close on… especially if they’re open on Sat/Weekends. For school options later on, one option could be homeschooling... there are lots of homeschool groups & activities where the children and parents socialize with one another. There are lots of really good A+ schools and daycares also. So exciting watching y’all’s journey… God bless.

[@nettygallagher2724]

Great vidio that was so nice of the dog place to send you a card and pictures of hector and herbie. I am loving all ur vidios. Xx

[@starperry1784]

The way baby boy looks at you when yr talking bless xxx

[@sophiemeads5243]

My kids have been at nursery since 9 months old and I can honestly say it’s been the most amazing thing for them. Just two days a week while I work xx

[@pennyehlen6599]

Love these new vlogs so so much 🥹🥹🥹🩷

[@hannahcatlin4352]

I have just lots my nan who brought me up from a child and your vlogs are really getting me through the hardest time of my life.. keep being you!! Please vlog Katie's arrival!! Home hauls, just EVERYTHING!! maybe a American q&A?? Xx

[@sarahbeth2682]

Honestly you are one of the realest KZbinrs I subscribe to. Love these vlogs! Hope you all have a fabulous new life in the US!! I am tuning in ever my video 😁

[@rachelcopley1533]

We want to see everything! Shopping trips, stocking your cupboards haha! I’m really loving watching your journey of moving to America ❤

[@ritalaus4357]

Hi elle great vlog as always, i bet you cant wait for katie to visit it will be a lovely vidieo , the dogs look so happy back with there family, have a lovely day xxxx ❤

[@karencurtis6141]

I watched Morgan’s last video and she said in America the best way to make friends..she finds going to an exercise class 🤗. Friends and fitness perfect. Love seeing you happy x

[@Shashie24]

Such adorable, clever children, so precious!

[@kathleenheron483]

I’m a childminder in uk and have assistants . This gives parents the best of both . The children are in home from home environment but we have 10 children of different ages per day . I do think in the states they have the same . I work from 6.00am till 6.00 pm and some times babysit at parents homes to. Check out the USA childminders xx

[@kirstybrown2765]

I am enjoying your videos so so so SOOO much ATM 💕

[@Kiki-gj9fq]

There is also massive amounts of home school groups in the US and you don’t need to be of school age to home school, this can be an incredible social experience if you don’t go down the root of school/daycare. It’s great your taking your time with this and looking at all your options ❤

[@lisas-j]

Sometimes in life you meet people that you know are your kind of people and I know we would be besties! I love your content and relate to you and your life so much. I have quite a few family members with learning difficulties, I lost my Dad nearly 3 years ago, I too love America and I’m a kind hearted soul like you. I admire your beautiful family unit and how much you all love each other. Only difference is I’m a bit older, don’t feel it tho! I’m loving your content so much at the moment and it excites my soul watching. I’m a shopaholic so anything to do with seeing US shops I ❤ We’re visiting Florida again for Christmas this year and I’m so excited!! Homesickness is inevitable and will come and go like grief so sending you massive hugs and thoughts your way xxxx Lisa

[@bournie21]

Loving seeing the dogs running around in the sun! Worth the big journey to America!

[@Sophie110722]

11 mins ago 🫢😱 perfect viewing material for my commute home from work! Loving this content sm

[@aldnd69]

I'm really enjoying your vlogs. Your mum would be so proud of you. You have turned into such a beautiful, strong boy mum and wife. I'm sure you will feel home sick many more times. But you got this. This is what you have been looking forward to for a long time. You are only a plane ride back to the UK. Take care ❤

[@ChloeMissAtkins]

Con’s dance and saying “ya’like that one” has me creasing up😂😂😂

[@happy_clouds]

Elle, it's only natural you are feeling homesick a lot has changed for you all, but you all look very happy. Your babies are so adorable the way Romeo looked at you at the end of the vlog was so precious. You are all complete now you have Herbie and Hector. 🙂

[@judithmelvin7392]

Baybrook Mall is a great mall as well, it has so many stores and restaurants. The Galleria Mall is nice when it's got the ice rink up at Christmas time but other than that it's not all that great, unless you have the Tiffanys, Versace etc. money! I remember doing all the touristy things when we first moved, but then it was back to real life, kids going to school etc. My kids were older than yours, but they loved visiting the Space Center and all the museums. They also joined the YMCA and played baseball, moving over to the Dad's Club when they wanted more competition. Was that Kitty Hollow dog park? we used to take our dogs there, they loved it. I miss the Bone Yard in Houston which was a dog park with a bar and food trucks, it was so sad when they closed. Have you checked out your local Barnes and Noble, it's a big bookstore and some of them have people come and read to kids. I was just in there today with my son. I'm loving seeing Houston through a newbies eyes, after 20 years it just becomes normal, so seeing your excitement makes me remember why we love it. And when I say normal I am not talking about the weather, I will never get used to the humidity and heat, thank Dog for AC. 😉😂🥵

[@brandybird3954]

Baybrook is one of my faves

[@loafollower9590]

You have very quickly became my favourite KZbinr ❤

[@EatWithB]

Love the Richard Scarry books! We have them all 🙏🏼

[@CSSummer24]

Absolutely loving your US videos 🤍🤍🤍

[@dawnsalt7654]

Love this. The dog park was fab. I bet you can't wait for your homie bits to arrive ❤🏡😁

[@caseyburchell420]

I'm just beyond happy for the 6 of you ❤ blessings all your way ; wish I could move too

[@kirsty8798]

Immersing yourself into the community and seeing if there is mother and baby groups might be the way forward to finding daycare settings ❤

[@lisamarshall2699]

You are a fantastic mummy Ellie, just adorable both your relationships with Saint & Romeo are so different and so very special. You received the most beautiful gift from Bath country Pets just stunning and very thoughtful too. Xx

[@NW-zl3nm]

9:37 how cute is Romeo fascinated by his mum ❤ albeit a little confused as if hang on mum whatcha doing there 😂

[@alisondoughty2194]

Saint is a super little chatty boy and his brother has a einning smile.Lovely vlog.😄🎉

[@FamilyFourExplore]

Loved this Vlog! You are all living your best life. I am from down south in Uk and up north, and i get pangs of homesick but its less often. Your family are literally a flight away. As long as you have your immediate family you will be fine. Just remember this is a super exciting time for your family and nothing has to be forever. You can move anytime and experience life. Once you make some friends your life will be great. Your mum would he so proud of you for chasing your dreams. When i now go down to South to visit it is lovely but them i cant wait to get back " Home" . You need some girly momma friends to go for a coffee and a chin wag with and shop!. Feel the feelings as they come. Its all part of the process. Love to you all xxx Would love you to do a Thrift store come shop with me. I went to one when i was a child and remember getting proper cheerleader pom poms!!! X

[@Theresebonath6077]

I understand that you are homesick to me life is way to short and goes by so quickly so i could never imagine to live far from my family or friends because in the end of the day thats all that matters ❤🙏❤️

[@atlantaatkins3247]

I am sooooo invested in these USA blogs 💖💖💖💖💖

[@JodieSaul]

I am living for these vlogs!🥰🥰 your the reason I started making KZbin videos (v small KZbinr here)! Can’t wait to see more of your American journey 💕xxx

[@Cccccccc8237]

really looking forward to the clothing/body image vids! i’m 6 months postpartum and in such an in between phase ❤

[@SuperLil35]

I just found your channel by accident and I'm so happy!