Gazman

Ewch yn ôl I Lloegr?...

Siouxie

For those that don't speak Welsh, what was suggested was that you "Return To England"

Rule 17

Gazman

now stop stirring!

whitesarah_2000

Thanks for the useful comments. And not for the inappropriate ones suggesting I am not open minded. I har plenty if friends here from all over the world but I lack English friends. Thanks for judging me though very friendly!

ArthurBrit

Don't worry Sarah you just upset the welshman.

He'll get over it! He'll be counting sheep later

Edit: Apologies for the crude joke!

Gazman

what's with the 'whitesarah' agenda?, you from South Africa?...
sorry, perhaps you're just Sarah White

whitesarah_2000

Actually you know what? I have been in Toronto for four years. In that time I have advised students at university, fundraised for people with terminal illnesses, volunteered ( and currently volunteering) for Children's Aid Society, having won several awards for my contribution to children's well being, worked with adults with mental health issues, have a network of friends and professionals from all walks of life and I have embraced this beautiful multi cultural city for everything it has to offer. This is why , now after four years, I have asked this question. I realise I have no fellow Brits in my life and would be nice if I did. To be told I should go back to England and that I should be open minded about people is extremely hurtful, insensitive and judgemental. Shame on you.

Gazman

please pass me that box of tissues...

Siouxie

The 'go back to England?" comment was a joke, it wasn't meant to be taken personally or seriously - it's that great British humour coming out - you definitely need some Brits to hang out with, lol.

Blame me for translating it - I never know when to keep my mouth shut (oops).

It sounds like you have integrated extremely well and are doing nicely - you just want some"Brits" to hang out with sometimes.. nothing wrong with wanting that and there have been a few suggestions of how you could meet up with ex-pats.

Take yourself down the pub, listen out for the accents and plow straight in.

Gazman

It's actually spelt 'mounting' not counting,

whitesarah_2000

Thanks no I wasnt riled by your comment, I understand that you were translating. It was the immaturity of a couple of others. I dont know why they reply if they dont have any helpful suggestions, boredom with their own life, perhaps?

Anyway I wont rise to it now, how people treat me is their karma, how i react is mine.

Gazman

yes the Brits' sense of humour is odd I know, but would you rather be surrounded by Germans?? ...

edit;

"Don't mention the war, I mentioned it once but I think I got away with it..."

Siouxie

Like I said, it wasn't said maliciously, it was just a joke - good old British humour... it's what we do, make silly comments.

Gazman

you speak for yourself, I'm not a complete idiot...parts of me are missing!...

Wookie Wayne

Well I'm English!

Have you tried The Main Event, its the Man U supporters club (not my team) but its also the England supporters club for internationals. Chances are there will be a few Brits there.

Else try Scallywags. I believe this is the Liverpool supporters club but I much prefer the rugby crowd when I attend. Hope this helps, we are out there in Toronto anyways!

Tigers!