June was a fun, whirlwind month. During a busy trip back to the U.S., we caught up with friends and family and attended three World Cup games. Outside of that trip, I also had the chance to explore a few new places near Cheltenham, where we live.
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In May, I interviewed for two jobs, including one where I reached the final two candidates – but neither resulted in a job offer. I also fit in a long weekend in Romania and a short trip to the Malvern Hills. I also experienced my first English heat wave and the start of summer barbecue season. Here’s a look at what I did in May 2026.
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April was partly overshadowed by a stressful, multi-week interview process, but I still managed two trips to the Peak District with friends and a long-awaited visit to the Scottish Highlands. Here’s what I got up to in April 2026.
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March was a month of ups and downs. I enjoyed brighter days, pleasant weather, and managed to go on several great hikes and trips around the UK. I also made progress towards getting my UK driver’s license by passing my UK theory test. However, I faced challenges with work-related stress and, since I’m searching for a new position, felt somewhat discouraged by the difficult job market. Here’s more about my March 2026.
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February marked my first return to the U.S. since moving to England this past fall. I was able to go home for three weeks, which meant plenty of time to see friends and family. Upon my return to England later in February, I found different, more pleasant weather than when I left – warm days, sunshine, and much less rain than winter. Read on to find out what else I got up to in February 2026.
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Noelle Across The Pond 