Hey Kay!

Welcome to glocals (and to Zurich)...:)

So what brings you from London to Zurich? And how are you finding it so far?

Nir
Nir Ofek, Jun 30, 2008 @ 00:55

Hallo!!!

.....I accidentally got a job here :D.... Long story, but quite funny. I'm really liking it so far and hope to learn more about the place and to try to speak German.

So how long have you been here and how are you finding Zurich?

kay56, Jun 30, 2008 @ 01:19

I live in Geneva actually, and have been here for 10 years...came here from Israel 10 years ago to work for Procter & Gamble, and one thing led to another, and my planned 2 year stay here turned into 10...:)

If you want to speak the local language, don't do the mistake I did. I kept postponing my french lessons, cos I worked in English and spoke English with my mates, and didn't really have much need for anything more than basic french. So even now, 10 years later, my french is poor. So if you really want to learn German, force yourself into a course, and don't postpone it.

And a last question: I'm one of the guys helping run glocals, and we're looking a Zurich members who's willing to write a 'new to Zurich' blog, describing (in English) what it's like to be new to the city. Your life has to be more interesting than mine tho (mine = wake up, go to work, come home, surf the web and fight a bit with the Mrs, go to sleep. Repeat) for the blog. You game?
Nir Ofek, Jun 30, 2008 @ 02:57

Hey Kay!

Welcome to Zurich...Have a look at the member activities..

There are a few things going on this weekend.

Also there is a weekly event, Midweek drinks..You will meet a lot of new people there.

Good luck and feel free to contact me if you need any help.

Cheers
Ehsaan
Ehsaan, Jul 3, 2008 @ 20:19

Hello Kay!

Welcome to Zurich! :) Seems like you have lived an interesesting life in many many ways and in many destinations so far! I've lived in a few countries myself and really have enjoyed the environmental and cultural changes! ;)Hope you are enjoying your new home in Zurich!

I am 24 years old, originally from Estonia, but for the past 2 years I've resided in Los Angeles with my dear husband, who is an American! We've gpt one of the greatest stories of how we met and how we have ended up here in Zurich! :)

I am also very new to Zurich- moved here about 1.5 months ago and the same way as you described in your blog, I am also trying and hoping to start practicing German really soon! Looking to join an intensive course soon, as I am very much a beginner! Have you already got some knowledge in German? Can you use it at at work?

I am at the moment looking for a job and even though it's difficult to find a good job when not being fluent in atleast one local language, I am always keeping the positive attidude and keep persistancy live in me!:hehe: 

I am also working on 2 other projects with my husband and hope to get them running before the end of the year!

So, how do you feel now since you've been here for a little while?

I am loving it and willing to work my butt off to stay here :P

Cheers!!!

Heleri 
Mitchell-H, Jul 4, 2008 @ 12:03

Kay, Heleri,

Welcome to Zurich!

I'm of the guys helping run glocals. This Thursday (July 10) we're doing a free glocals BBQ in Zurich, to celebrate reaching nearly 800 Zurich member...will you join us?

Here are the details of the Zurich BBQ

We sent an email about it to all Zurich members, but wanted to ensure you know you're invited...(-:

Enjoy Zurich, and hope to see you this Thursday,

Nir
Nir Ofek, Jul 4, 2008 @ 12:11

Hi there!

I'm up for the blog although my updates will probably be quite sporadic... but sure. Fill me in on how to set that up and I'll place updates. It'll mostly be about new places I found etc...

Yeap - will take your tip and sign up fro a course asap!!

Auf Wiedersehen!

kay56, Jul 4, 2008 @ 23:24

Hi Heleri!

Good to hear from you. Nooo, I have no knowledge of German as I didnt really know I was coming :o/!!

It does sound like you have had an interesting life.. from Estonia, living in LA with an American husband!!!  WOW!!

I guess we should organise something for sometime this month for like minded people to meet?

Have you been to any nice places/bars?

.....Or Ehsan, can you recommend anywhere for the 'Sex in the City' Group to meet?...

Enjoy Caliente Guys!!

kay56, Jul 4, 2008 @ 23:32