I feed too much on the negatives??? You are a love! The negatives are abundant and the apologies-none to be had on this thread so do mind yourself!

Hey there Ellegiselle…….
What’s up kiddo?
Just thought I’d PM (Public Message) you this little note….ya know, chat a little, shoot the breeze,
yakety yak, get a few things off me noodle….

So maybe you’ll wanna grab yourself a cup of tea, as is your wont. Funny that (more about that eventually….anyway….)
It’s OK I can wait….go ahead, grab yourself a cuppa

Oh…..you scared me….back so quick…great!
So….
How’s tricks?
Whew!…..Been meaning to catch up, but first had to catch on (more ‘bout that later…first…..)

Tee hee - oh man…. You really socked it to ‘em, got everyone a-flutter, goaded and whipped us into a tumult, you devil.
All at the same time, whilst brimming over with defensive outrage and contemptuous disdain, everyone was laughing themselves silly, thoroughly relishing the mocking ripostes. Gotta hand it to you, I really do, hats off
Of course no one was savouring it more than you (more ‘bout that soon….but meantime…)
“You” had them in stitches - all doubled up in a frenzy of laughter, disdain and rage….
Panting, aching, whining for more…..
When suddenly (masterful timing) - you up and left, just like that, as abruptly as you’d burst in - and all we were left with was……… each other

Right?
Tee hee
Rage release feels so great, doesn’t it?
Especially when you think you’re Home Free - pulled it off, pulled the wool over everyone’s eyes - grand deception
I can guess how YOU spent any spare moments the next day
Fess up…c’mon now…between you and me (promise I won’t tell, scout’s honour)
Just whisper in my ear, no one’s gonna hear:

How many times did you manage to sneak a peek at “YOUR” “When in Rome” thread yesterday?
Wait…let me guess….5?….15?
C’mon
I won’t tell……
What? You just went there once and remained all day!

Anyway Ellegiselle (btw: we never could decide whether you’re truly an Elle or really an El …..but frankly gender shouldn’t sidetrack us from the real diversion.

Nor should your User Name……

https://www.google.com/search?q=Elle...x-a&channel=sb

Yeah - it’s pretty easy to reach into cyberspace and don one (“What’s in a name….” )

A Nationality?
No, not so much.
You had a blast on Thursday
So did we
Guffaws galore
I would have called it a draw. In fact, I did.
But you know El(le), something, for me, was off the whole time. And it kept niggling away at me all throughout the thrusts and parries of the duel - a constant refrain in my head. I kept asking myself “Who the heck is this apparition “American woman from the American Northwest (comprised of 4 states + part of Canada, she instructs us) who has the audacity to presume to speak for all Americans?

So, why didn’t I speak up?
Why did I never respond to your ridiculous broad brush assertions?
It was because something was off, something was just not right, I knew it was apparent yet couldn’t quite see it.

Until the next day
It hit me
On went the light bulb

I realized El(le)giselle isn’t American at all
(S)he’s just another Brit - but one with a big chip on it’s big British shoulder, directed toward his own compatriots.

How do I know you’re not American?
It takes one to know one - who isn’t one.
And you're not (though you might, at best, be an American citizen)!
To the contrary - at your core you’re about as American as toad in the hole

What gave you away?
Your phraseology, your speech patterns, your colloquialisms, your grammar and the rhythm of your manner of expression. As well as the specific content of your spontaneous responses.
They reveal the Brit you really are, once and forever

Could I be wrong
I’m human - yes, I could’
Of course you’ll deny it
But I believe I’m correct

………..you may wanna grab another cuppa….or maybe something stronger ……..’ta

6 common languages?!!! You are impressive! There are at least 311 languages spoken in the US. Get back to me when you have something more relevant to share.

I'm giggling...barely able to type. Barking up the wrong tree love. Hoping you don't pester that person on FB too much-because it's not me. The username I came up with has personal meaning for me from a past relationship-you'll find no FB, twitter or other online presences. The "British-isms" you pick up on are from my life alongside the Brits, the Brits who I love, respect and share space with. I know what this lot say and how they function. -One of the great misconceptions is that Americans are not intellectual. Dear Brits: is this who you have representing you? If so....I may have more of an argument than we all first thought.

The irony is YOU can't see it. Take a long deep breath and think about your professional career in America. Do you truly believe everyone is thanking the Gods above you are part of the team? How many closed door meetings are you not a part of???? Just wondering....when Americans close doors it's time to worry

Whoosh......


Shaw or Wilde, or maybe both.

Freemasons, maybe?

We started them, too.

Seven words. You cease to amaze me.

I'm shocked.

Shocked and appalled.


So much so that I must go and have a little sit down.

Yes of course. I originally came over here to marry an American, that was over a decade ago now. The marriage didn't last, no more than a few months before we parted ways. but I have found that despite my original preconceptions, America is very generous to the poor. I have not needed to work a day since my arrival, what with food stamps, public assistance and various charities I have been able to devout my time to the study of the Bible.

If we weren't at odds I'd ask you to start a pot of tea. Instead I will simply wish you a good day and if you should be so bold as to turn around I would willingly challenge you to a duel of fisticuffs!

Why would I do that?
Apparently you missed the point entirely - which is that your User Name which was grabbed out of the thin air of cyberspace - is as fraudulent as your American persona.

"We all" never thought you had any argument at all - except perhaps with your husband (if he exists)

Can't eat bacon, but I'm sure if you close your eyes, those rice cakes....

Are you joking?

This may earn you a 'dear' or a 'love' .