The schools have reopened after summer holidays in Britain and it takes an extra bit of time to reach work in the mornings. On my way to work, I have to go past 2-4 schools depending on the route I drive. Children seem to enjoy going to school in this country. I can’t remember myself going to school that very happily at that age. Not just the kids, the lollipop ladies seem to be very cheerful as well. It is nice to start the day with those smiling faces.

Comign to Lollipop ladies, when I first heard this term, I thought this was some joke. But this term has more or less become official that these Brits take pride in this ‘very English’ term. They are the ones who man (woman) the road near the schools and help children cross the road safely. They are called so coz they have a STOP sign that resembles a huge lollipop.

All these days, it was annoying when my mobile wouldn’t pick up any signals at work place. I was very hesitant to give out my work number to all and sundry, as a result I had to listen to at least few voice mails in the evening. Mobiles belonging to only one particular network were catching up signals at work. Due to some other reasons, I wasn’t willing to change the provider as well. However, things have changed for the better since last week. I think the mobile provider must have put up a mast somewhere nearby that I am able to use my mobile normally. Phew.. what a relief!