Well, it had to happen. Having left my home country to go and live in England for 6 months, which turned into 40 years- I often compared the way things were done in the UK compared to 'back home'- be it the health system, education (my passion), social services, attitudes to the environment, and 1000s more. Now back in my home country for 5 years- I've of course continued to do the same- but more in the reverse order.
This week-end I was 'told off' twice by friends here- who put me firmly in my place 'you are not in England any more, and that's the way we do things here- so put up or go back' - well, in a much nicer way- but the sentiments were clear.
So question to all those who've been living abroad for a longtime, and sometimes go back to the UK to visit. Has that happened to you too? Your experiences would be interesting. It's true that once you move away from where you grew up- it is just normal to compare- and think that 'x' or 'y' where better there or are better here. If only we could take all the great elements from several 'systems' and make a perfect one ... but I suppose that is pie in the sky, sadly.
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