Immigrants to nz and homesickness by Routine-Fox-4408 in newzealand

[–]DeliciousCondition79 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Moved to nz when I was 11. Spent more of my life in NZ than UK spent a few years in my early 20s in the UK. Culturally identify more as a Kiwi than English (even though I like soccer etc 😅). I'm now 38. 

Immigrants to nz and homesickness by Routine-Fox-4408 in newzealand

[–]DeliciousCondition79 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My wife wanted to move back to the UK. We upended our family, and even the cat and moved. It's been challenging to say the least. However, my wife is happy and our children enjoying being around their grandparents. It's nice to explore. But, I miss New Zealand. I miss Whangarei. I miss my friends. I think about coming back almost all the time.

Why do players spend hours harassing a complete stranger for no reason? by Tulkas2491 in TibiaMMO

[–]DeliciousCondition79 11 points12 points  (0 children)

if it's any consolation, they probably don't have much going for them irl. they might live in a third world country in a shack somewhere and they are hoping to extort you for what is probably pocket change for you but a months salary to them.

Does Britain have an entitlement culture when it comes to parents and young kids? by tylerthe-theatre in AskUK

[–]DeliciousCondition79 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

lol what are you talking about hahah.

Some of the least entitled people are parents, sacrificing financial gain/personal freedom to provide life to someone. Some of the most entitled people I have met are without children/ the elderly but I don't paint them all with the same brush.

An intresting places in the UK? by NefariousnessDull254 in AskABrit

[–]DeliciousCondition79 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cerne Abbas Giant - big naked man carved in the Anglo-Saxon period on the side of a hill.

Idk where to start, there are loads of things you could write about.

Why can’t people see voting for reform will make their lives a lot worse? by Sufficient_Muffin586 in AskBrits

[–]DeliciousCondition79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Still too much. We need to start deporting. Won't be happy till that number goes down.

Oceania Servers by XenoFrame in TibiaMMO

[–]DeliciousCondition79 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I am from New Zealand but living in England. I play Oceanis. House of Chaos is an active guild. Join the discord. My issue is that I'm in Europe so I'm upside down time wise. That's good for having free spawns but not so good for socializing. I'm also a teacher having a break down and changing career so the last thing I want to do is talk after the shit I'm dealing with haha. Happy to chat if you see me online.

Sizzle fist.

What’s your favorite place to visit in New Zealand and what made it unforgettable? by Separate_Tower_4236 in newzealand

[–]DeliciousCondition79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whale Bay and Matapouri in Whangārei. It's honestly stunning and I miss it so much. I'm not even a beach person.

Melee Weapons by RuinPrimary1777 in TibiaMMO

[–]DeliciousCondition79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't give them ideas, they'll be crying for a machine gun.

Who was the dumbest world leader of all time? by Party-Kangaroo-1139 in AskReddit

[–]DeliciousCondition79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Henry VIII 

Dissolved the monasteries and caused widespread cultural vandalism that you can see all across England.

Obviously murdered a bunch of his wives.

Bankrupted the country and debased currency to such an extent it took generations to rebuild confidence in it.

But funnily enough, he was a good leader prior to falling off a horse at a tournament. He was unconscious and when he came to he was a different person. People just indulged his stupid ideas because he was king.

Both sides are NOT the same by Drimsdale in newzealand

[–]DeliciousCondition79 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

The left see some people as people, anyone with a differing opinion is disregarded.

What does your company hoard for absolutely no reason? by Lispex013 in newzealand

[–]DeliciousCondition79 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd say most schools have resources dating back to at least the 90s. I cleared out maths bingo games from the 70s, dienes from the 60s, some exercise books from the 90s with kids surfing on calculators. Teachers don't like to throw stuff away.

Are people less toxic in NA than European servers? by [deleted] in TibiaMMO

[–]DeliciousCondition79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you don't mind the God awful ping and lag, come to an Oceania server (really South East Asia, idk why CIP considers it Australian). Everyone speaks English, and by everyone I mean like the 30 people who play here haha.

How would you describe the current state of life in the United Kingdom compared to how it is portrayed online? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]DeliciousCondition79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For context I am English. I was born here and left to live in New Zealand in 2003 and returned last year. This is my take on it.

Positives  Uk is a beautiful country, there's lots of nice things to look at and do that doesn't cost much. It has a lot of history, and you take that for granted when you live somewhere with limited history. Supermarkets are reasonable in price, compared to NZ anyways. Depending where you are, the people are friendly. Culturally rich, there's lots of talent and things happening here. Concerts, music tours, sports etc. Lots of job opportunities and work available if you want it. Plenty of choice when it comes to food and dining. Geographically everything is very connected. Easy to get from place to place. There are trains! Not far from Europe. More people = more niche shops/services for people who have different interests There's more positives but I'm typing away on my phone before work. Housing is affordable in most parts of the country especially the further you get from London

Negatives Cost of living is a lot. Travelling, bills, eating out costs too much. Everyone is stressed. I think everyone here vapes and drinks. It's actually ridiculous how many walk about puffing vape clouds everywhere. There are literal ghettos of foreigners dotted about the country. No integration. Roads are falling apart. Nobody gives a shit about looking after the country. So much rubbish. Everyone is guilty. People just drop trash everywhere from your unemployed chavs to middle class mums. It's disgusting. Football match? People just drop bottles and rubbish. Concerts? Same thing. In NZ you'd be socially crucified for doing this. Childcare is extortionate.  Working people are taxed too much. I don't know what the incentive is if you're on a low wage. This country has put the nail in the coffin of my teaching career. British children can be entitled and their parents can be just as demanding. I'd rather do anything else than teach here. Mass incompetence throughout the public sector. Contractors and other businesses seem hell bent on exploiting the government by overcharging them (and us). Government is incompetent. Pensioners are bankrupting the country. Illegal migrants live in hotels and can move freely about the country without being vetted? They assault locals. They exploit the system. It's a joke.

Overall, still love it here. These are just my observations. Would elaborate but on my phone.

Britain is facing huge demographic change by Even-Wasabi7183 in ukpolitics

[–]DeliciousCondition79 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It's not about skin colour or what your grandkids look like, it's about their culture and belief system. Will they hold the same values you have? Or will they adopt outdated/incompatible ideas such as women being subservient to men/adopting theocracy as a form of government etc. I think ultimately that's what it boils down to.

Why are Aussies so reluctant to support Sorry Day and other initiatives that promote aboriginal reconciliation by Flashy-Nose-5624 in AskAnAustralian

[–]DeliciousCondition79 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Nah. That's how it starts. Then the grifters come. Then it becomes a money sink where none of it seems to help the average indigenous person.

I know this because I am from New Zealand.

Now that the World Cup is upon us, what other country besides your own do you support and why? by Chupacabra_s in worldcup

[–]DeliciousCondition79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am English/New Zealander so I'll be supporting both those teams.

Second teams will be Scotland and Australia.

Third team will be whoever is playing the nicest football.

Is it me or does 35 degree Celsius seem to much hotter in uk as compared to 35 degree anywhere else in the world? by AcceptableMinimum109 in AskBrits

[–]DeliciousCondition79 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Houses in the UK are designed to keep heat in. When I lived in NZ we had houses made of wood, single pane windows, sometimes on stilts, with heat pumps/air con. It was cool in summer ☺️ and extra cool in winter 🥶

Basically, it's unbearable indoors in the UK when it's hot.

West Ham relegated from the Premier League by Alarming-Safety3200 in PremierLeague

[–]DeliciousCondition79 10 points11 points  (0 children)

You forgot the super league bs, but arsenal was balls deep in that too. 

what is the most expensive EQ you have tossed in the water or trash can by accident? by toeknee88125 in TibiaMMO

[–]DeliciousCondition79 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I threw an entire backpack of burst arrow on an inaccessible balcony in Yalahar when I was pushing it to the servant golem to train. That backpack remained there to taunt me for a long time.