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Yeah, I went to Oxford
16 Jun 2011

Yeah, I went to Oxford

by Chris Turner | posted in: Life in UK | 1

Oxford University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world and the list of people who went to Oxford reads like a whose who of important historical  people. They came from every possible disciplines such as politics (Indira … Continued

England, Oxford, Oxford Castle
I’ll take a punt on punting
8 Jun 2011

I’ll take a punt on punting

by Chris Turner | posted in: Life in UK, Sports | 4

I love Venice, Italy, with the uniqueness of its watery corridors lined with incredible architecture steeped with history. Who can resist the opportunity of romantically drifting by the Piazza San Marco in a gondola with a loved one, while the … Continued

England, Oxford, punting, River Cherwell
Is Sports Day in the UK supposed to be…fun?
8 Jul 2010

Is Sports Day in the UK supposed to be…fun?

by Chris Turner | posted in: Life in UK, Sports | 1

She was so close yet seemed to care so little. My daughter was one beanbag away from landing all three bags in hoops placed at various distances but the last toss skipped through the ring and without a care in … Continued

competition, England, Sports Day, UK
…And then there’s cricket
27 Jun 2010

…And then there’s cricket

by Chris Turner | posted in: Life in UK, Sports | 2

I have repeatedly stated how much I enjoy living in the UK. I love Brits’ use of English and the mingling of language use and British humor. I love the rich history. I love the (ethnic) food (sorry, you can … Continued

bowls, British, cricket, England, tea, UK

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