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April 5, 2026
I'm back in London after almost a decade in the US - and I'm feeling homesick
I'd forgotten how reticent Brits can be. Try to connect with strangers and they just recoil
TL;DR
- The author moved from London to New York in 2016 and stayed for almost a decade.
- She returned to London in August with her toddler.
- Living in London as a parent is a new experience, involving different routines and priorities.
- She finds Londoners to be reticent and less inclined to casual connection compared to New Yorkers.
- The author misses the friendliness and open expressiveness of New Yorkers.
- She notes changes in London's geography and social venues, with a greater focus on children's needs.
- The article contrasts the author's experiences in New York and London, highlighting differences in social interactions.