Lisa in Ottawa
500+ Posts
I thought I better create a more general thread. Lots to do when you move to a new country no matter how briefly. Lots to learn. So much is different. It's really not the same as a vacation rental. Ok so settling in..
Oxford is busier and more confusing than I would have thought. We are located in a neighborhood not far from the centre but far enough to notice a huge difference. I have yet to go to any of the traditional sights tourists visit. So.....got a library card yesterday. What fun and so easy. But couldn't check out a book as no toilets at central library. When you see the hordes of people in front, you understand. Oh lord, beten the 1000s of new students, hordes of tour groups, bikes, cars...I think it's busier than London. I guess a lot in a small space.
I finally gave in and wrote to the owners about figuring out the stations. Sheesh who was to know? I have to press digi epg( or some such) on the menu and all the stations and their numbers pop up. Who was to know? I couldn't find any info online or in The Guardian. I think the stations differ depending on your provider. So now I can hopefully move on from Reality TV to some more intellectually stimulating shows.
I've just ordered a delivery box from Rivercote. Thanks, Pauline. We'll see how that works out. I'm particular about good food and didn't fancy the supermarkets or checking out a Farmers Market on a particular day.
Now I'm checking out yoga classes.
We've rebooked our cottage in Minchinhampton (Oct 8-12). Despite the hairy roads, getting confused on the walks, cow dung, we really like this area and hope to see a little more of it.
Mmm does anyone read these posts except Pauline who is so good at responding. Just wondering.
Oxford is busier and more confusing than I would have thought. We are located in a neighborhood not far from the centre but far enough to notice a huge difference. I have yet to go to any of the traditional sights tourists visit. So.....got a library card yesterday. What fun and so easy. But couldn't check out a book as no toilets at central library. When you see the hordes of people in front, you understand. Oh lord, beten the 1000s of new students, hordes of tour groups, bikes, cars...I think it's busier than London. I guess a lot in a small space.
I finally gave in and wrote to the owners about figuring out the stations. Sheesh who was to know? I have to press digi epg( or some such) on the menu and all the stations and their numbers pop up. Who was to know? I couldn't find any info online or in The Guardian. I think the stations differ depending on your provider. So now I can hopefully move on from Reality TV to some more intellectually stimulating shows.
I've just ordered a delivery box from Rivercote. Thanks, Pauline. We'll see how that works out. I'm particular about good food and didn't fancy the supermarkets or checking out a Farmers Market on a particular day.
Now I'm checking out yoga classes.
We've rebooked our cottage in Minchinhampton (Oct 8-12). Despite the hairy roads, getting confused on the walks, cow dung, we really like this area and hope to see a little more of it.
Mmm does anyone read these posts except Pauline who is so good at responding. Just wondering.