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Sep 6th 2003, 9:04 pm
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Bye the way Jaytee u should ask around in England rite now and i can promise you that many MANY people would rather be in southern CALI than ENGLAND. Its just doesnt pack the kinda diverse lifestyle that people seek.
Sep 6th 2003, 9:10 pm
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Bye the way Jaytee u should ask around in England rite now and i can promise you that many MANY people would rather be in southern CALI than ENGLAND. Its just doesnt pack the kinda diverse lifestyle that people seek.
Sep 7th 2003, 5:40 am
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Having lived here 25 years may I offer another slant on this topic please?
Yes, my inner soul will always be British, not a fact I am so proud of these days, sad to say. The USA and Britain both have their faults; however America has (for the best part) a kind heart for eveyone. Hard to articulate unless one has experienced it.
Take for instance, the reaction a Brit and an American might have, when buying a new car. The Brit will not say anything, or something to the effect "Who does he think he is?" Conversely, the American will say "Great, let's go for a spin. I'm happy for you"
This mentality has never failed to impress me, as I truly believe this is what has made this country (USA) thrive. Oppurtunity for all, without malice.
I hope I have not trodden on any toes. This is my truth for which I will always believe in, through my experience of life. in both countries.
Yes, my inner soul will always be British, not a fact I am so proud of these days, sad to say. The USA and Britain both have their faults; however America has (for the best part) a kind heart for eveyone. Hard to articulate unless one has experienced it.
Take for instance, the reaction a Brit and an American might have, when buying a new car. The Brit will not say anything, or something to the effect "Who does he think he is?" Conversely, the American will say "Great, let's go for a spin. I'm happy for you"
This mentality has never failed to impress me, as I truly believe this is what has made this country (USA) thrive. Oppurtunity for all, without malice.
I hope I have not trodden on any toes. This is my truth for which I will always believe in, through my experience of life. in both countries.
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Sep 7th 2003, 7:49 am
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Just a minute here......your saying that if I bought a new car (which I have recently), a Brit would be upset with me, while an American would be happy for me? I'm just a bit confused here.
Sep 7th 2003, 12:37 pm
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Originally posted by Jabba1
Just a minute here......your saying that if I bought a new car (which I have recently), a Brit would be upset with me, while an American would be happy for me? .....
Just a minute here......your saying that if I bought a new car (which I have recently), a Brit would be upset with me, while an American would be happy for me? .....
Sep 7th 2003, 1:08 pm
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Originally posted by Pulaski
Yes, Poshpaws is saying that there maybe a jealousy of success in the UK that you aren't likely to find in the US. I am inclined to agree.
Yes, Poshpaws is saying that there maybe a jealousy of success in the UK that you aren't likely to find in the US. I am inclined to agree.
Sep 8th 2003, 2:20 am
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Originally posted by SanDiego101
Bye the way Jaytee u should ask around in England rite now and i can promise you that many MANY people would rather be in southern CALI than ENGLAND. Its just doesnt pack the kinda diverse lifestyle that people seek.
Bye the way Jaytee u should ask around in England rite now and i can promise you that many MANY people would rather be in southern CALI than ENGLAND. Its just doesnt pack the kinda diverse lifestyle that people seek.
OK, I opened up a small can of worms on this thread. My only point was it seems stupid to bite the hand that feeds you. That is my opinion.
Secondly, I grew up in California. Been there, done that. Great place. Southern California is, arguably, the most desirable place to live, but there are other opportunities ALL OVER the US, somethin' that immigrants learn after a while. The peaceful, laid-back attitude doesn't do much for you personally. You can't take it with you outside of California and expect it to do much for you.
Dude, I am looking to spend a few years in the UK as are many other Americans. If you take a look at home exchange sites, you can get a feel for that.
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Sep 8th 2003, 3:43 am
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marriage
As far as the marriage thing goes though can anyone tell me the process i should take from the marriage itself onward
Sep 8th 2003, 6:23 am
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Re: marriage
This is an Englishman from Oceanside with a San Diego suggestion.
I have always used an attorney in San Diego, Gary Perl. I recommend legal advise because a lawyer will show you how you can use the law and not break it.
http://www.hirson.com/Mainbody.asp?N...e=location.asp
It will probably cost about $200 for an initial consultation. He can explore and advise on the visa's that you are eligible for.
Good Luck
I have always used an attorney in San Diego, Gary Perl. I recommend legal advise because a lawyer will show you how you can use the law and not break it.
http://www.hirson.com/Mainbody.asp?N...e=location.asp
It will probably cost about $200 for an initial consultation. He can explore and advise on the visa's that you are eligible for.
Good Luck
Sep 8th 2003, 11:13 am
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I wouldn't describe CA as more laid back than Europe. Take the European attitude to topless sunbathing, smoking, sex on TV etc. They are much less uptight about a lot of things. I have found my American in-laws to be very prudish compared to my own mother, for example (though to be fair they are New Englanders not from CA).
Sep 8th 2003, 11:23 pm
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Originally posted by MrsLondon
I wouldn't describe CA as more laid back than Europe. Take the European attitude to topless sunbathing, smoking, sex on TV etc. They are much less uptight about a lot of things. I have found my American in-laws to be very prudish compared to my own mother, for example (though to be fair they are New Englanders not from CA).
I wouldn't describe CA as more laid back than Europe. Take the European attitude to topless sunbathing, smoking, sex on TV etc. They are much less uptight about a lot of things. I have found my American in-laws to be very prudish compared to my own mother, for example (though to be fair they are New Englanders not from CA).
Yes, I believe that to be true.. and to describe California as Democratic and liberal by comparison is false.. there are quite a lot of Republican sprited people there too, on balance, who do not like the "laid-back" attitudes of their state and are constantly pushing for reforms.
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Sep 9th 2003, 12:35 am
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If CA was any more laid bak I think the state would be in a coma! Oh it is - how else can one explain the financial crisis!!
Sep 9th 2003, 2:13 am
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Originally posted by scotch03
If CA was any more laid bak I think the state would be in a coma! Oh it is - how else can one explain the financial crisis!!
If CA was any more laid bak I think the state would be in a coma! Oh it is - how else can one explain the financial crisis!!
Yep. That's where that "laid back" California attitude gets them.
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Sep 9th 2003, 3:48 pm
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Originally posted by scotch03
If England was such a great place would these people have left?
If England was such a great place would these people have left?
If your still checking the soccer scores every saturday and still reading bbc.com or watching bbc america you are still attached to your homeland, everything else is just geography.
Personally I don't care where I live as long as I am with Ellen, people are here for a host of reasons and I bet very few moved here with the main reason being England is crap. Now Scotland on the other hand, full of transvetite alcoholics who thing that beating England at soccer is Nirvana. Run people, save yourselfs - there is a reason Hadrian built a wall!
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Sep 9th 2003, 3:54 pm
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Originally posted by Patrick
What nonsense you speak! Most people on this board are here for love, nothing to do with whether England is better or USA is better, it is such a subjective subject you cannot even argue the fact.
If your still checking the soccer scores every saturday and still reading bbc.com or watching bbc america you are still attached to your homeland, everything else is just geography.
Personally I don't care where I live as long as I am with Ellen, people are here for a host of reasons and I bet very few moved here with the main reason being England is crap. Now Scotland on the other hand, full of transvetite alcoholics who thing that beating England at soccer is Nirvana. Run people, save yourselfs - there is a reason Hadrian built a wall!
Patrick
What nonsense you speak! Most people on this board are here for love, nothing to do with whether England is better or USA is better, it is such a subjective subject you cannot even argue the fact.
If your still checking the soccer scores every saturday and still reading bbc.com or watching bbc america you are still attached to your homeland, everything else is just geography.
Personally I don't care where I live as long as I am with Ellen, people are here for a host of reasons and I bet very few moved here with the main reason being England is crap. Now Scotland on the other hand, full of transvetite alcoholics who thing that beating England at soccer is Nirvana. Run people, save yourselfs - there is a reason Hadrian built a wall!
Patrick