Comments on: To Ireland, with love.

By: English Mum

English Mum — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:27:09 +0000

Thanks Kate – I’d love that! I owe Hippie a few ear scritches x

By: English Mum

English Mum — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:26:42 +0000

You’re right, though, although it’s expensive we’ve had such a fantastic time – in this lovely house (that we’d never have had the opportunity to live in at home) and yes, with no council tax (or water rates!).

By: Kate

Kate — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:39:27 +0000

Another adventure for you and one I am sure you and your family will enjoy…. Maybe we will get to meet one day?

By: CK

CK — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:15:03 +0000

I remember when I moved to Ireland from England (1974) and folks here couldn’t understand because everything here was much more expensive. What thy didn’t realise was that most people in England don’t own their own homes and certainly not with a huge garden, so when I built my first house for less that £10k I was rightly chuffed.
It is only when I think back to those times that I realise that Ireland hasn’t really changed, it is still a struggle to make ends meet now with two houses, two cars, kids in college etc. It’s a good job we don’t have to pay council tax/rates or we would be rightly snookered.

By: English Mum

English Mum — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:32:28 +0000

Thanks CK. I was only telling my friend the other day that it seemed SO crowded – stopping in traffic and – gasp – having to wait at junctions! I’m sure I’ll get used to it, but you’re right, a little part of me will never leave Cavan.

By: CK

CK — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:59:35 +0000

We thought that you had found your little piece of paradise here in Cavan. Can’t understand anyone wanting to move back to the mad-house (England). The thought of all that traffic would drive me crazy, like living in a beehive.
Good luck to ye all.
Slan

By: English Mum

English Mum — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 15:21:21 +0000

That such a nice comment! Thanks so much. Yes, carry on popping in, I’m sure there’s much more mayhem to come xx

By: English Mum

English Mum — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 15:11:02 +0000

Thank you, my lovelies, you’re very kind xx

By: another english mum in ireland

another english mum in ireland — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:52:22 +0000

what a shame, but wish you well going back to england. i have been here for ten years and still miss england but have to say, my kids have done well here. have enjoyed reading your blog immensely, you are a fantastic writer, as well as a cook! will follow your progress and wish u the best!

By: LoveFeast Table

LoveFeast Table — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:49:14 +0000

Ahh! Isn’t life a grand adventure after all? Can’t wait to see what the next chapter has in store for you!