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The Reverse “Pounding” or how the grass is always greener on the other side
Quite recently, I came careening into Earth’s atmosphere, bracing myself for reentry into the United States–as well as the inevitable encounter with U.S. Customs. August was a time of vast accomplishment: I turned in my thesis, finished my Master’s programme, … Continue reading
The Pounding: A real-life account
So the other day, I had a heated conversation with my mother regarding a LA Times article she had read about expats living in the UK. The article described a few scenarios, featuring a couple who had basically given up … Continue reading
Filed under Muggles
The Beginning Is Always The Hardest Part
I started writing about my journey when I received news that decided the course of my year: I was offered admission into the University of Edinburgh, so I may receive my Master’s degree. However, I stopped documenting the process out … Continue reading
Filed under life, Muggles, Scotland, transatlanticism, UK
