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The hardest part of leaving is making the decision to go Once you've made that decision, the rest is admin. It is not as bad as everyone who is not emigrating will try to persuade you (especially in the few weeks before you leave). When I left, the overwhelming feeling was one of relief. For starters, by the time you finally get on the plane, not only is The Big Wait and the living in limbo is over, your entire household is packed and ready to go, the car boot sales to get rid of junk (isn't it amazing what people will buy?) and all those horrible calls in response to your classified ads (to sell the furniture you're not taking) are all a thing of the past. It's time to settle back and let the air hostess bring you a bottle of sparkling wine. What I like most about being in another country is the freedom: the freedom to walk in the streets or go running alone, catch a train or bus, park your car and find it there and intact when you get back. Yes, the first few weeks are a little stressful, especially if (like most of us) you don't have a job to go to upon arrival in Canada (no visa, no job), but it's also VERY exciting (see our survival tips). There are so many opportunities and a whole new life - you just have to go out there and sieze them. What's your story? e-mail me now! |
Page last updated: 30 June, 2001
What's it really like leaving South Africa? |
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" The view from St James, Cape Town. I sold my house there when I left SA and it was one of the hardest things I did. But the very hardest part was taking my son out of SACS, the school my dad and granddad attended, and away from his friends. However, he has more freedom now than he ever had before and absolutely loves that. The easiest part has been living without the fear and the crime, the great work opportunities and all the new experiences. " PENNY |
