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Musing on an expat's sojourn

Reflections on Summer Between England and Spain

Like many expats, I'm coming to the end of my summer sojourn in England. I've now spent as many years living in or near Seville as I did living in London. Two different cities, two different experiences – one fast-paced and stressful, the other slower and more fulfilling.

So what do I miss about Spain when I'm in England? My son's willingness to chat to strangers, the friendliness of Andalucians, and of course the weather. England has its charms too – warm, sunny days in the garden are hard to beat.