Cynic
@Cynic
American and English citizen
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About me
American and English
Lives in Sherburn in Elmet, England, Un
Speaks English; Dutch
Registration: 15 September 2015
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Today's Weather by GuestPoster279
What is the weather today, where you are? Just thought this would make for an interesting long term project.
Mmmm. 6C and overcast, looking to stay that way until New Year's Eve. Just got back from picking up my new specs. Will have to remember to get the paperwork sent off to our Insurers; bizarre that my wife gets Medical Insurance as part of her NHS ... Read More
Today's Weather by GuestPoster279
What is the weather today, where you are? Just thought this would make for an interesting long term project.
Now, I'm not so sure about your black cat story as you failed to provide a link to prove its authenticity; however, in an effort to help a mate out, I can provide an authentic black cat in Hungary story link. - @Cynic I did not provide a link as I ... Read More
Today's Weather by GuestPoster279
What is the weather today, where you are? Just thought this would make for an interesting long term project.
8C and cloudy; forecast high of 9C, before it falls back to 8C overnight. Sunset here is 15:45 local time, not something I usually track since I retired; we have a south facing bedroom, when the sun comes up, it's time to get up.Looking at weather ... Read More
Today's Weather by GuestPoster279
What is the weather today, where you are? Just thought this would make for an interesting long term project.
8C and cloudy; forecast high of 9C, before it falls back to 8C overnight. Sunset here is 15:45 local time, not something I usually track since I retired; we have a south facing bedroom, when the sun comes up, it's time to get up.Looking at weather ... Read More
Brexit and its implications for British, HU and any other citizens by fluffy2560
As we've only got 6 months before the UK ends its membership of the EU, things are hotting up. I've just come across this ETIAS system the EU is planning to roll out for visa-free countries. This has implications not just for British but ...
EES is turning out to be the clusterf**k many have expected; not helped by the French going on strike every time someone tries to fix it; I understand from former colleagues that nobody seems to have discovered how to get around the 3-pin plug ... Read More
Brexit and its implications for British, HU and any other citizens by fluffy2560
As we've only got 6 months before the UK ends its membership of the EU, things are hotting up. I've just come across this ETIAS system the EU is planning to roll out for visa-free countries. This has implications not just for British but ...
Dover:IT issues cause Christmas getaway delays at DoverFrench IT problems. Brexit anyone? - @fluffy2560Chaos at Schiphol yesterday; the baggage conveyor system in Terminal 2 stopped working. They reckon they'll take until after the new Year in order ... Read More
UK / US tax advice needed by nichollsfamilyaddress
Looking for recommendations for a UK / US tax expert. My wife and I are considering retiring and moving to the UK. However, I work full time from home and my employer has a presence in the UK and they have given positive signals in allowing me to ...
Looking for recommendations for a UK / US tax expert. My wife and I are considering retiring and moving to the UK. However, I work full time from home and my employer has a presence in the UK and they have given positive signals in allowing me to ... Read More
Brexit and its implications for British, HU and any other citizens by fluffy2560
As we've only got 6 months before the UK ends its membership of the EU, things are hotting up. I've just come across this ETIAS system the EU is planning to roll out for visa-free countries. This has implications not just for British but ...
Dover: IT issues cause Christmas getaway delays at Dover French IT problems. Brexit anyone? - @fluffy2560Chaos at Schiphol yesterday; the baggage conveyor system in Terminal 2 stopped working. They reckon they'll take until after the new Year in ... Read More
Today's Weather by GuestPoster279
What is the weather today, where you are? Just thought this would make for an interesting long term project.
They lied! Thick fog (or, sea mist) and 6C. Just got back from the final Xmas shop, but there will probably be some other vital thing we've missed. Read More
Today's Weather by GuestPoster279
What is the weather today, where you are? Just thought this would make for an interesting long term project.
8C, mostly sunny, but windy; forecast more of the same tomorrow; good news for the solar. Also, a bit windy out on the moors, sons-in-law flight from Schiphol had to touch and go at Leeds Bradford airport, and he's just found out his suitcase ... Read More
Today's Weather by GuestPoster279
What is the weather today, where you are? Just thought this would make for an interesting long term project.
Het weer; that's Dutch, I didn't know the Yorkshire equivalent, so I just asked the ChatGPT thingy, apparently it's "Mek up tha bleedin' mind"; it's currently raining 9C; forecast for tomorrow and Saturday is broken clouds, but no rain. Next week ... Read More
Looking for A Job- Moved from UAE by aabdijamaduale
Good Afternooni have 15 years of transportation and fleet management experience in the united Arab emirates, i moved to Rotterdam almost 2 months ago legally with MVV visa to unite with my partner and my son, currently waiting for BSN number and ...
Hi and welcome to the Forum.This won't be easy; to get a decent job anywhere, you need 4 key things:Relevant qualificationsRelevant experienceSpeak the local languageLuckAll jobs in the Netherlands will have a professional diploma, for example for ... Read More
We are in the process of relocating to the Netherlands by judemg100
Good morning We are beginning the process of relocating to the Netherlands. We are feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the paperwork and requirements but we will get there. We hope we will be able to get advice about job hunting, housing,and moving ...
How was the move? - @lowlandsliving The OP has not visited the Forum for 3 months, so you may not get an answer. If you have a question of your own, please feel free to create a new post in the Forum.CynicExpat Team Read More
Managing meals in England by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Managing meals day-to-day can sometimes be a real mental challenge, even more so when you land in a new environment, with different schedules, habits or ingredients. How do you manage your meal routine as an expat in England? We ...
To answer the question, no, not really, I'm a Brit, my wife is Dutch, we live in North Yorkshire. We manage to get what we need when we need it. A general comment my wife makes is the lack of choice for getting vegetables in the UK in ... Read More
Is the 3x income requirement for rentals strictly followed? by kgeographer
I am planning to apply for residency in Leiden under the DAFT pathway and meet all requirements, however my current semi-retirement monthly income is about 3400 Euro. I do have considerable savings and strong credit ratings, and I am comfortable ...
Apologies, only just picked up on this. I totally agree with Simons (SimCity AT) remarks above; just to add, many landlords try to say this is Dutch law, it is not, it's a self-imposed guideline, many say it's because it is so difficult to remove a ... Read More