Friday Five

So I've been a bit off my rocker lately, with thoughts of moving.  We're not just talking moving to a new city or state.  I have this crazy idea to move across the pond to England, London specifically. For those that know me, it's a bit of a surprise to say the least. So to help you understand why a little better, here are my 5 reasons for wanting to go Brit.

1. It's an adventure and I need some adventure in my life.  The whole finding the love of my life and settling down is never going to happen if I stick to my same old routine.  As much as I'd like to think I'm going to bump into Mr. Perfect in the middle of the Fiction and Lit section of Barnes & Noble, I know it's most likely not happening.  Also, who couldn't live without a little more adventure in their life?

2. London, England is amazing destination adjacent.  I absolutely adore the city of London in itself.  But when living in Europe, trips to Paris, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, Germany, etc. are weekend getaways.  People hop on a train to Paris like I visit Ocean City.  Just think how many adventures I could have in multiple countries.

3. In my head, London, is perfect for me.  No car needed.  Flats in adorable houses instead of high-rises.  The West-End which rivals Broadway.  Tea-totalling instead of coffee-chugging.  Shakespeare instead of Snooki.  The education and health care industries are some of the best in the world.  Easy access to the Tube.  And most of all the history of this amazing country gets me every time. So much has happened in all parts that one can't see everything on just a simple vacation!  I'd definitely need a year or so.  Throwing in the surrounding areas, I'd need more than a year!

4.  British people: Britons have always held the reputation of being quiet and un-assuming, polite, and able to laugh at themselves.  I always thought they had just been portrayed that way in films and television, but when I visited, everyone I met seemed to fit in these categories.  Not to toot my own horn, but I would say I do as well.  I really think I'd fit in over there.  Not to mention I'd love to start throwing words around like "nicked", "chuffed" and "blimey!" without getting strange looks.

5.  To prove I can.  If I moved to NYC, I know myself, I'd be home every weekend.  I've never been completely on my own before and while I would miss my family terribly (I'm picturing a small breakdown if this ever were to take shape...) I've never been completely alone I'd want to be able to prove I'm creating my own life for me, not for anyone else.