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Hello From Southampton
« on: December 09, 2004, 11:57:29 PM »
Hello all I moved to Southampton in June was like a culture shock.  Friend gave me this site she had lived here but was moving back to America.  I dont really know anyone just my husbands family and friends.  And trying to find a job here is a night mare.  Just feel alone.

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I have lived in England for 5 months.  Dont really know anyone, im from the state of Georgia im a southerngirl.  Have two small boys and a British hubby. But I think England is kool its just so different takes some getting use to.  Ummm thats about it :)

Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #1 on: December 10, 2004, 12:17:37 AM »
Aw.  Sweety.  Welcome to UKY.  We'll try to answer any questions and give you support.   Sometimes just finding people who understand is a huge help.  Have a look round the forum and feel free to post.  We love new people. 
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Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #2 on: December 10, 2004, 07:47:57 AM »
I hope it will all get easier for you.  This is a nice online community, join in on the conversations. 
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Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #3 on: December 10, 2004, 09:13:10 AM »
Hi and Welcome!

It is a big adjustment at times isn't it? Glad you found this site, I know it has helped me to just know I am not the only one out there.

Helena
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Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #4 on: December 10, 2004, 10:30:48 AM »
That wouldn't have been Melanie, would it??

Welcome and howdy, from your neighbor up the M3, a bit  :)
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Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #5 on: December 10, 2004, 11:09:09 AM »
Hi Blazensun, and Welcome :) 


You are not alone here tho, I live just 20 minutes away in Bournemouth, so if you ever feel the need to connect with another American type person, I don't work either, and am always up for a visit :) 

Tebs :)
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Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #6 on: December 10, 2004, 01:05:50 PM »
Quote from: GrnEyesnUK on December 10, 2004, 10:30:48 AM
That wouldn't have been Melanie, would it??

Welcome and howdy, from your neighbor up the M3, a bit  :)

Yes it was Melanie  :) and howdy to you as well.
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I have lived in England for 5 months.  Dont really know anyone, im from the state of Georgia im a southerngirl.  Have two small boys and a British hubby. But I think England is kool its just so different takes some getting use to.  Ummm thats about it :)

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Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #7 on: December 10, 2004, 01:10:56 PM »
Thank You all so much for making me feel welcome. I have looked around on this site and its excellent.   :)
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Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #8 on: December 10, 2004, 01:31:49 PM »
Welcome to UK-Y.  :)  Where are you from in Georgia?  :)
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Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #9 on: December 10, 2004, 04:47:36 PM »
Welcome to UKY!  Ah yet another that knows all about the crazy land that is GA!  I will be there for two weeks in oh 4 days!

Seriously I hope you enjoy the site and I hope we can help you a bit with the homesickness!
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Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #10 on: December 10, 2004, 06:38:00 PM »
Hiya and welcome! I was very much in your shoes this time last year - didn't know anyone but my husband and (sort of) his family, wasn't connecting with anyone at uni, having a tough time adjusting to the culture and my sudden loss of independence. And my point? In a year it's turned around 100% - so you have to trust that there is a light at the end of the tunnel and you are NOT alone.... Finding this site is a GREAT step - I'd be willing to bet that it'll help out tremendously very quickly.  :)
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Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #11 on: December 10, 2004, 11:18:19 PM »
I am from a little town about 1 and a half drive from atlanta called Elberton.  Its really small and moving here to Southampton is very different. 
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Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #12 on: January 01, 2005, 01:25:15 AM »
Hello there Blazensun,

It's Melanie here, and glad to see you finally made it.  You will find some really really nice and friendly people on this site.  If they have any gatherings, try and go, these people really know how to have a good time.

Well I hope everybody has a Happy New Year, and a safe one.

I know I will.

MelanieB
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Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #13 on: January 01, 2005, 06:56:22 PM »
Welcome to UKY.

There are so many nice people here; people who have all made the big move and understand.

You will meet people and make friends.  And there are folks from UKY all over the country.

This is a very friendly place with people who genuinely like to talk and share experiences, etc.

Welcome!
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Re: Hello From Southampton
« Reply #14 on: January 01, 2005, 07:15:42 PM »
welcome to uk yankee and to the uk...best of luck ..i have been here for abou 2 1/2 years now and have had up and down days..ihave to admit things have gotten easier now and working has helped a bit....have u thought about finding a job or even doing some volunteer work...?  i live in eastbourne near brighton...a lovely part of the country....hang in there...hope you had a nice holiday... :D
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