A lot has happened these past several months, mainly my wife and I have permanent resident status in the U.K. now. This means all kinds of things for us, mainly that our staying in England no longer depends on our employment status. This is important since we are close to retirement. Now we can see family in Norway whenever we're invited without the fear 'we may have to move back to the U.S. of A.' Which by all accounts is not a bad option, unless you're trying to stay in the U.K. Jobs are not to be taken for granted, but we are happy to not have to depend on that option.
Now, on to happier things, we were happy to get back to Norway to see family again. My, how they've grown and matured since we last seen them. Thank goodness for web-cams so we can stay in touch. But on a different note, we off to see other family in the U.S.A. We are somewhat overdue them a visit. We have been busy seeing Europe instead. We look forward to going to the states for a visit, but now consider ourselves at home in England. After all, someone said 'home is where you hang your hat'. We've made a home in England.
Speaking of homes, since we got permanent status, my wife has seen that as time to redecorate the entire house and buy new furniture. So, I have been busy wallpapering and painting. We've also been talking to builders and architects about an extension. We really do need an extra room and bathroom. We look forward to their completion. Then, just maybe, I can get a big screen TV.
