The Wednesday Hodgepodge #25

I hope you are all having a good week? It's Wednesday which means it's time to join in with the Wednesday Hodgepodge with Joyce who blogs at From This Side of the Pond! Each week there are 6 questions, we answer and then link up. Simple!

1. When someone finds out what you do or where you're from, what's a question they always ask?

People are always curious when they find out I live in England and ask if I live near London like it’s just around the corner. Funny thing is I’ve never even been to London! I’ve always lived up North and while London is only about 170 miles away from me it’s not exactly a quick hop to the capital. To get there by train, it's about 3 of them and several hours of travel.

Another classic question is Does it rain all the time there? Yes it rains a lot but not every single day like people seem to think. We do love to chat about the weather here in England though, it’s practically a national pastime.

2. Did you participate in 'Greek Life' when you were in college, or have children who did? If so what was your experience like? Taking another tack...have you ever been to Greece? If not, is that a destination on your bucket list?

I had to Google what "Greek Life" actually is! If I’m right it’s all about fraternities, sororities and the whole social scene around them? I’ve only ever seen it on TV shows and in movies. At university here in the UK there are groups and clubs but nothing on that scale. So no I didn’t participate although it does look like a lot of fun!

Greece is definitely on my bucket list! I actually have a friend who is Greek and she is an amazing cook! She even wrote a cookbook a few years ago full of Greek recipes. The country looks beautiful and the food sounds amazing.

3. Do you like Greek food? If so what's your favorite dish?

I’ve tried quite a few recipes from my friend’s cookbook and I have to say my favourite is Souvlaki, those little skewers of marinated meat served with warm pita, fresh salad and creamy tzatziki!

4. What incredibly common thing have you never done?

I have a list. lol I have never eaten a Big Mac, I was allergic to cheese so never even thought about eating them. I have never been abroad or flown in a plane, the appeal just isn't there for me. I would much rather stay close to home. I have been to Scotland and Wales so it's not like I haven't been to other countries. I have never watched Star Wars, of course I've seen clips and bits over the years but it just doesn't interest me. As much as I want a tattoo I've never got one and I've never used an Uber. They're not a big thing in the small town where I live.

5. What is a tell tale sign that you're upset?

It's not the most obvious when I’m upset. I tend to go quiet and retreat into myself. If I do have to talk it’s short, sharp and a little snappy. I vanish into my own little world and hope everyone gives me space until I’ve processed things.

6. Insert your own random thought here.

My youngest went and did all the formalities for enrolling into her 3rd year in college yesterday, she got her timetable and it might be the most perfect one she's ever had! Last year she had a day where she'd start at 9am, had a lesson then had to hang around college for a few hours for another lesson in the afternoon. This time everything is all bunched together so she does one full day and two half days. She can do college, work and have a social life. I am so excited for her and now we can make plans for the rest of the year because lots of our plans depended on when Ellie was in college.