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American Versus European Food: Which is Better? Part 2

American Versus European Food: Which is Better? Part 2 Disclaimer: I love the USA—seriously, I wouldn’t have spent over $30,000 on my O1 visa and green card if I didn’t! Now, let me start by saying I’m not suggesting there aren’t healthy people in the UK. Really, there are loads! I mean, I live in California, one of the most bodylicious states in the world, So I know healthy lifestyles when I see them—whether it’s through natural choices, store-bought solutions, or even real versus questionable supplements. This is not about bashing anyone’s habits; it’s just about pointing out some of the fascinating food differences between these two regions. No offense intended—let’s keep it fun! Welcome back, dear readers of What’s in the Middle! In this part of our exploration, we’re venturing beyond ketchup and fries to look at some lesser discussed (but equally intriguing) differences between American and European food. And yes, let’s settle the vegetarian sausage debate once and for all! V...

American Versus European Food: Which is Better? Part 1

American Versus European Food: Which is Better? Part 1 Disclaimer: I love the USA—honestly, I wouldn’t have spent over $30,000 on my O1 visa and green card if I didn’t. I’ve built a life here, and there’s so much about this country that I adore. But like every place, there are things I find delightful and others that make me scratch my head. So please don’t think I’m bashing the States—I’m simply pointing out some differences, and this happens to be one of them. No offense intended! I’m not suggesting there aren’t healthy people in the UK. Really, there are loads! I mean, I live in California, one of the most bodylicious states in the world, So I know healthy lifestyles when I see them—whether it’s through natural choices, store-bought solutions, or even real versus questionable supplements. This is not about bashing anyone’s habits; it’s just about pointing out some of the fascinating food differences between these two regions. No offense intended—let’s keep it fun! Greetings, de...

God’s Not Mucking About Eggs, Putin, and Why You Should Live Your Best Life Now

God’s Not Mucking About Eggs, Putin, and Why You Should Live Your Best Life Now Ah, the world. What a mess. Racism, homophobia, spiralling egg prices—it's like we’re all extras in a poorly written apocalypse movie. But here’s the thing: maybe, just maybe, God’s teaching us another lesson. And this time, He’s not mucking around. COVID? That was just a teaser, a little taster of what happens when we forget kindness, compassion, and looking out for each other. We were meant to learn to care, reconnect, and value humanity. But did we? Nah. We got back to our old ways—me, me, me. So now? It’s round two. And this time, it will hit harder, shake us more profoundly, and remind us just how fragile this setup is. Global chaos. Putin’s out there, playing chess while the rest of us play checkers. He’s shaping up to be the daddy of it all, and like it or not, nobody’s stopping him. The rich will keep stacking their cash, freedoms will get tighter, innocent people will suffer—and egg prices? Oh,...

"Old Illegals and New Legals: The Immigration Plan That’s Got Everyone Scratching Their Heads"

"Old Illegals and New Legals: The Immigration Plan That’s Got Everyone Scratching Their Heads" Alright, let’s have a chat, shall we? There’s a significant immigration change coming, and it’s not just aimed at those who recently entered the country. This one has a touch of nostalgia—it’s looking back 20 to 30 years, impacting individuals who have been here since mullets were all the rage. Yes, I’m talking about people who’ve been here for donkey’s years, raised families (ILLEGAL but now have naturalized working children), and LEGAL immigrants who’ve earned their green cards the hard way—paperwork mountains, endless fees, the whole lot. You’ve been a proper law-abiding resident, perhaps done a decade or more of “green card gymnastics,” and then suddenly, the government’s there with a cup of tea and a raised eyebrow, saying, “Oh, hang on, let’s review that, shall we?” Meanwhile, we’re still running this green card lottery where you can win a one-way ticket to the USA with about...

"What a Shocker! Curry Dreams and the Reality of Racism"

"What a Shocker! Curry Dreams and the Reality of Racism" Well, what can I say? What a shocker, eh? I didn’t see it coming! I genuinely thought we’d have our first Indian black lady—a clever one who speaks with decorum, coherence, and would definitely do what she promised without causing all this fear, retribution, tears, anger, and division like never before. But I was wrong, and so were many others. People are currently navigating the five stages of grief—denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. It’s a right rollercoaster! I know we’ll deal with this as best we can, but, blimey, it’s tough. The racism is absolutely off the charts! Just today, I saw someone tell a bloke with a prominent accent that he’d be deported soon. What on earth is going on? These are wild times! And I’m not saying this just for me—I’m genuinely shocked. Kamala Harris did nothing wrong, and now everyone seems to be playing the blame game. It’s all a bit much, isn’t it? We’ll get throug...

A Lightbulb Moment About Kindness

So, I’ve just had some revelation about some people—not everyone, mind you, just a select few. Since I’m knee-deep in my therapist programme (only ten months to go—woohoo!), I’ve started viewing other people's problems through a completely different lens. I’ve found that despite my best efforts to preach kindness and self-care—like reminding everyone to cherish their elders and boost their relationships daily—some folks just don’t seem to get it. It’s baffling, really! No matter how often I shout, “Just be decent to one another!” they forget it all until disaster strikes. It’s like they only remember to be nice when the proverbial hits the fan—when someone’s kicked the bucket, they’ve lost a relationship, or life takes a turn for the worse. Suddenly, they have a moment of self-realisation, but give it a week, and they’re returning to their old ways! I mean, I get it. Life gets busy, and we all forget to balance things occasionally. But come on! Shouldn’t we always be kind and ...