It seems that wherever I go now, I’m a foreigner: I’m too emotional to be English; too reserved to be Spanish; too eccentric to be American. So when people ask where I’m from, the answer depends on several things — including which side of the Atlantic I’m on!
So, here’s a quick breakdown:
Born: London
Raised: Southern Spain
K-12 School: London, Hampshire (UK), New York, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Assisi (Italy), Marbella (Spain)
University: London
Accent: English (specifically, that BBC World Service standard, RP)
Nationality: British and American
Where have you lived as an adult?
As an adult I have lived in London, Madrid, Paris, New York, and now San Diego.
How do you describe where you’re from?
If I’m feeling playful, I rather like the tongue-in-cheek ‘Eurotrash’ even though it tends to confuse my fellow Americans: their protests tell me the joke a little too dry, the humour a little too unfamiliar. Legally, I’m British-American, because I am a citizen of both countries. But I kind of like “Spanish Brit in San Diego”!
I like your accent!
Thank you, I like yours!
I still have a question!
Have I missed anything? Email me your question or leave it in the comments section below, and I’ll add it here.
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The site looks fabulous Lauren! The layout is attractive yet easy to "wear", just like your lovely jewellery. Bless you my gorgeous daughter! Much love, PAXXX