North and South.
This is the road sign once we leave Cambridge.
It's a bit of a joke apparently.
Londoners say it starts North of Watford.
East and West don't seem to figure that much.
I have now spent a few weeks "oop North"
I have been called 'duck' (pronounced dook) , Pet, and most charmingly of all... 'Flower'
Much more friendly folk there.
A lot of the time it's a bit tricky to understand the accent if they speak quickly, but you tend to tune in after a bit.
Note to self: don't try too hard to blend in.
Saying "ey oop pet " to the postman in a Saffa accent may just be awfully wrong.
Also, I have got used to walking in Cambridge...flat
Walking in Leeds...not so much.
Is colder there. Pack a coat next time!
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