“Everyone Gets Funding for a PhD”… Or Do They? The Reality of PhD Funding in the UK
There are certain comments people make in passing that stay with you for years. One…
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UK vs US PhD: Which Is Better for International Students?
When people think about studying abroad, the United States is often the first destination that…
Is Merlin Pass Worth It for Families? Our Most-Used Membership in the UK
If you have children and live in the UK, chances are you have heard of…
Three Years in a UK State Primary School: Is Private School Really Worth It?
Although we currently live in Britain because of my PhD studies, my family has lived…
Studying at Home with Children: What Actually Helped
For most of my PhD, I studied from home. Partly because London rents are so…
How I Found Time to Study While Raising Children: My 4 A.M. Routine
Finding time to study while raising children is far more difficult than it sounds. For…
What Happens to Everything a Museum Doesn’t Display? A Visit to V&A East Storehouse
Inside London’s Most Unusual Museum: V&A East Storehouse A couple of weeks ago, we headed…
5 Budget-Friendly Meals to Eat in the UK (Without Surviving on Fast Food)
Summer is almost here, and many visitors are planning trips to the UK. One thing…
My Brilliant Life by Kim Ae-ran: The Novel I Misjudged for More Than a Decade
When My Brilliant Life was first published in Korea in 2011, I heard about it…
How Much Does It Cost to Live in London? Our Real Family Budget (One Parent, Two Kids, April 2026)
Every month looks a little different, but I like keeping track of where our money…
