The Hickson Diaries

I’m an American living in the UK, sharing what it’s really like to move abroad in midlife, raise a family here, and rethink everything I thought was normal about life in the US.

On this channel, I talk honestly about culture shock, healthcare, school systems, food, work-life balance, safety, family life, and the everyday differences between the US and the UK that can completely change your quality of life.

This isn’t expat fantasy or generic relocation fluff. It’s real life, real adjustments, and honest perspective on building a life abroad.

If you’ve ever wondered what life in the UK is actually like, what Americans get wrong about living here, or whether moving abroad could lead to a better, more balanced life, you’re in the right place.

Life is Better When You're There!