I'm a British mom in the US who only connected with other Brits. Now, in my 50s, my closest friends are American.
My move to San Diego came at the end of a long, restless journey around the world.
I left London for Australia at 22, not long after my mom died. I'd spent the final year of her life as her full-time caregiver as she battled with cancer.
When she was gone, I needed to escape my hometown.
I'll never forget my friend seeing me off, excitedly saying, "You're so lucky to move to Australia!" I forced a smile because I felt the complete opposite. I was literally running away from my grief.
For the...
I left London for Australia at 22, not long after my mom died. I'd spent the final year of her life as her full-time caregiver as she battled with cancer.
When she was gone, I needed to escape my hometown.
I'll never forget my friend seeing me off, excitedly saying, "You're so lucky to move to Australia!" I forced a smile because I felt the complete opposite. I was literally running away from my grief.
For the...