- I was looking over our British coins the other day to familiarize myself, and I noticed that the one pence coin says "one penny" on it; then I GOT IT! That is why we call our one cent a penny - one PENce! I have not verified this, but it seems true. Everyone else probably already knew this, but I did not.
- One Pound coins sound different than quarters when they fall. Ironically they sound lighter.
- I am almost CERTAIN that the announcer voice in our lift is Julie Andrews. No, I do not think that every female british voice I hear is Julie Andrews. Does anyone know where I can get a sample of her saying "please select your floor," so I can compare? I can see her becoming the voice of British lifts as an alternative to singing.
- The sinks here have two faucets. The left dispenses scalding hot water, and the right dispenses very cold water. It makes washing your face interesting.
- A few days ago while I was walking down a quiet side street I suddenly realized I had forgotten what side of the road we drive on in the US and what side the Brits drive on! Cars were parked on both sides of the street in both directions, and the only way I could remember was by thinking "right on red, right on red."
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I have seen sinks like that here in the US and often wondered how you'd do ANYTHING! You couldn't wash your hands, face or dishes without either freezing or burning yourself!
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So fun to hear about your adventures in cross-cultural living! Love the bikes. Be careful!
ReplyDeleteOkay, I have to post this as "annonymous" because I can't figure out how to do it otherwise. This is from Corinne. =)
I am sure glad you both have your wheels.If you want to skype just email a time so we can have it up and running.I'll order another camera so I can call you during lunch so your not up till 1PM. Life is super busy but just like you I'm loving every minute of it.Love you both, Dad
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