British Month? Hummm?
Feb 24th 2006, 6:37 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
Originally Posted by dbd33
Tirez l'autre, il a des cloches dessus, china.
My foray into "skint" returned no takers, BTW. I'm hurt.
Feb 24th 2006, 6:45 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
Originally Posted by Souvenir
It's about time we had a franglais thread.
My foray into "skint" returned no takers, BTW. I'm hurt.
My foray into "skint" returned no takers, BTW. I'm hurt.
Feb 24th 2006, 6:49 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
Forgive me if I'm stepping out of line here.... I'm Canadian by birth and find some statements or attitudes I've seen here puzzling. In my school years, we were taught that Great Britain comprised of 3 countries - England, Wales & Scotland. When referring to the people of these nations, together, you would say, British. I've travelled through both England & Scotland & came away with a wonderful impression of both countries. I hope to see more of British Isles. 
Perhaps by being raised by immigrant parents in such a multicultural nation, it has lead me to believe each culture and country brings an interesting mix to the blend here in Canada. Some traditions or beliefs I may not necessary believe in, or find "natural" to my environment.... but really try to keep an open mind even when I don't personally agree or particularly like a countries policies or beliefs (or history for that matter).
Sorry if I've taken this thread off context... just had this on my mind for a while & finally took the leap to post!
Cheers
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Perhaps by being raised by immigrant parents in such a multicultural nation, it has lead me to believe each culture and country brings an interesting mix to the blend here in Canada. Some traditions or beliefs I may not necessary believe in, or find "natural" to my environment.... but really try to keep an open mind even when I don't personally agree or particularly like a countries policies or beliefs (or history for that matter).
Sorry if I've taken this thread off context... just had this on my mind for a while & finally took the leap to post!
Cheers
Oggy
Feb 24th 2006, 6:55 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
Originally Posted by dbd33
Eh? Look again. Sab's up for the Monday. otraynor and I can do the Monday. I'll ask the others tonight; we'll be at the Bier Markt, join us if you like.
Monday 6th it is. Where and what time? And will you be offended if I show up in a suit?
Feb 24th 2006, 7:01 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
Originally Posted by Souvenir
That lot wasn't there last time I looked (this morning).
Monday 6th it is. Where and what time? And will you be offended if I show up in a suit?
Monday 6th it is. Where and what time? And will you be offended if I show up in a suit?
Feb 24th 2006, 7:08 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
Originally Posted by dbd33
Not offended by suit, have asked for suggestions. It's a Monday so cruiks will only go places way up north, like Yonge and Eglintion.
I'll be in the Sheraton so most places are accessible.
Feb 24th 2006, 8:09 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
Originally Posted by iaink
God, not that argument again.
What about those fortunate enough to have a mixed heritage? Im British and proud of it.
What about those fortunate enough to have a mixed heritage? Im British and proud of it.
Im speaking personally, you dont have to agree with me, but I grew up in a
country called England, the football team I support plays in white and the
language I speak is called English. Ask anyone I know and they will say
they are English.
Honestly the only thing i know about a place called Britain is that its Little
and funny.
Feb 24th 2006, 8:18 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
Originally Posted by johnehsmith
Try reading this
Im speaking personally, you dont have to agree with me, but I grew up in a
country called England, the football team I support plays in white and the
language I speak is called English. Ask anyone I know and they will say
they are English.
Honestly the only thing i know about a place called Britain is that its Little
and funny.
Im speaking personally, you dont have to agree with me, but I grew up in a
country called England, the football team I support plays in white and the
language I speak is called English. Ask anyone I know and they will say
they are English.
Honestly the only thing i know about a place called Britain is that its Little
and funny.
This website is not called "EnglishExpats" is it now.
Feb 24th 2006, 8:21 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
Originally Posted by iaink
YOU are english. You speak english. Many people from other countries also speak english. As it seems you are real madrid supporter I can understand your frustration.
This website is not called "EnglishExpats" is it now.
This website is not called "EnglishExpats" is it now.
Tottenham Hotpurs actually, the pride of North London.
Point taken re forum name, but my original point was I dont celebrate being
British and why dont we as the english celebrate our heritage a bit more
e.g the irish have st pats day, there's canada day and all that, why not
have a public holiday on st georges day?
After all, there is no 'british day' is there?
Feb 24th 2006, 8:21 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
Originally Posted by iaink
YOU are english. You speak english. Many people from other countries also speak english. As it seems you are real madrid supporter I can understand your frustration.
This website is not called "EnglishExpats" is it now.
This website is not called "EnglishExpats" is it now.
Feb 24th 2006, 8:23 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
Originally Posted by johnehsmith
Tottenham Hotpurs actually, the pride of North London.
Feb 24th 2006, 8:24 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
Originally Posted by johnehsmith
Tottenham Hotpurs actually, the pride of North London.
Point taken re forum name, but my original point was I dont celebrate being
British and why dont we as the english celebrate our heritage a bit more
e.g the irish have st pats day, there's canada day and all that, why not
have a public holiday on st georges day?
After all, there is no 'british day' is there?
Point taken re forum name, but my original point was I dont celebrate being
British and why dont we as the english celebrate our heritage a bit more
e.g the irish have st pats day, there's canada day and all that, why not
have a public holiday on st georges day?
After all, there is no 'british day' is there?
Feb 24th 2006, 8:43 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
How about Victoria Day here in Canada, observed on May 24th?
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Feb 24th 2006, 8:45 am
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Originally Posted by NessieOggy
How about Victoria Day here in Canada, observed on May 24th?
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We have st jean baptiste here in quebec but that means nothing to me!
Feb 24th 2006, 8:46 am
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Re: British Month? Hummm?
OK!
I RENAME THE THREAD!
English.Irish,Scottish and welsh month.(British)
i was simply saying it would be great to share with all other nationalities. Our culture, our food, our heritage.
We are celebrating Black history month at this time and there are many things going on all around the city.They are proud of there heritage and are sharing it with everyone. As i have said before, i am not at all prejudice but i do wish there was the same enthusiasm about British heritage.It just frustrates me when i hear all these things going on to celebrate other nationalities yet we just get on with it'.
There has to be some British pride left here, surly?
Just because we are here does not me we can't be proud of where we originate from.
I know there are many veterans out there that would love the chance to tell there stories. There are some interesting stories that are an inspiration to all of us here today. And lets face it! This is why we are here today!
We could have parades, soccer games, food events, theatre representing British history. British art expo's and so on......
I RENAME THE THREAD!
English.Irish,Scottish and welsh month.(British)
i was simply saying it would be great to share with all other nationalities. Our culture, our food, our heritage.
We are celebrating Black history month at this time and there are many things going on all around the city.They are proud of there heritage and are sharing it with everyone. As i have said before, i am not at all prejudice but i do wish there was the same enthusiasm about British heritage.It just frustrates me when i hear all these things going on to celebrate other nationalities yet we just get on with it'.
There has to be some British pride left here, surly?
Just because we are here does not me we can't be proud of where we originate from.
I know there are many veterans out there that would love the chance to tell there stories. There are some interesting stories that are an inspiration to all of us here today. And lets face it! This is why we are here today!
We could have parades, soccer games, food events, theatre representing British history. British art expo's and so on......
