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Because of an expected baby we stayed in London for Christmas for the first time during our stay in UK. Preparations and Christmas itself were really pleasent. Although there was no snow, even one snowflake, atmosphere was festive. It was good experience and gave us a chance to find out more about England.

According to Polish tradition we decorate Christmas trees on Christmas Eve. Of course all shopping centres are decorated since the middle of November, but at homes we prepare Christmas decorations

I promise I won't comment on current situation of British economy. There are enough specialists in this country. Anyway, it seems to me that going through British crisis is much more tolerable, than prosperity in some other places, even in Europe.

I met my Russian friend in a park couple days ago. Of course we boasted about our children's achievements. Every mother had at least 5 minutes monologue on her child's cleverness and beauty. As all mothers-emigrants, we complained for lack of grandma's help.