Really Dumb questions you've been asked about the UK

[Mags 112]

I agree with Robinklake, these kinds of threads are #######. Every country has ignorant people.

Well, how about we get it back on topic then, considering this is upsetting so many people.

I believe the topic is what's upsetting everyone....?

Erm no...what seems to be upsetting everyone is that the thread has changed direction to a "who is the worst tourist" kind of thing. Beforehand it was a lighthearted look at silly questions you have been asked about the UK. Just my POV, of course.

Edited March 20, 2007 by mags

[ajames79 0]

I even love dumb questions!

*rainbows and puppies and kitten smiles*

[mawilson 2,133]

#######? There are MILLIONS of people living in London, what are the chances eh?

You'll be surprised. It's a small world...

[Dr_LHA 3]

Erm no...what seems to be upsetting everyone is that the thread has changed direction to a "who is the worst tourist" kind of thing. Beforehand it was a lighthearted look at silly questions you have been asked about the UK. Just my POV, of course.

I believe the original topic was: "How f***ing ignorant are Americans about Britain?"

[Mags 112]

Erm no...what seems to be upsetting everyone is that the thread has changed direction to a "who is the worst tourist" kind of thing. Beforehand it was a lighthearted look at silly questions you have been asked about the UK. Just my POV, of course.

I believe the original topic was: "How f***ing ignorant are Americans about Britain?"

That's your interpretation, which you are entitled to. The fact that the thread was started by an American has no bearing? Come on people, lighten up.

Edited March 20, 2007 by mags

[flutter95 4]

Just for the record -

Anything I said was a joke, I love to travel and can be a terrible tourist - We all can be, I'm just having a laugh about the things we do!

No offense meant to ANYONE.

BTW, I met another English person in this tiny town today

[Dr_LHA 3]

That's your interpretation, which you are entitled to. The fact that the thread was started by an American has no bearing? Come on people, lighten up.

I was just using that as an example of how some people could interpret this thread as offensive.

Personally I think anyone offended by anything posted in this thread is overly sensitive and definitely should lighten up, especially those offended by anything I may have posted about "ugly American tourists" as I did state over and over again that I thought British tourists were far worse.

BTW, I met another English person in this tiny town today

Weren't from Portsmouth were they?

Edited March 20, 2007 by dr_lha

[flutter95 4]

Nope

Cambridge actually....she was a little scary but it was still cool!

[meauxna 15]

That's your interpretation, which you are entitled to. The fact that the thread was started by an American has no bearing? Come on people, lighten up.

I was just using that as an example of how some people could interpret this thread as offensive.

This one is tame. I get the total blood pressure over at britishexpats when they start these threads. 'Cause I think of all the stupid things I have heard/read Brits say about the US.

We're all equally dumb. And I know why these threads bother people. Even when started by an American.

[Mags 112]

That's your interpretation, which you are entitled to. The fact that the thread was started by an American has no bearing? Come on people, lighten up.

I was just using that as an example of how some people could interpret this thread as offensive.

Personally I think anyone offended by anything posted in this thread is overly sensitive and definitely should lighten up, especially those offended by anything I may have posted about "ugly American tourists" as I did state over and over again that I thought British tourists were far worse.

Understood!

[ajames79 0]

I certainly wasn't offended. Hope no one thinks that. It just bores me is all...but then again there is always something to complain about.

[flutter95 4]

*gives out some more of ajames' butterflies, kisses and rainbows*

[ajames79 0]

*gives out some more of ajames' butterflies, kisses and rainbows*

I love butterflies, rainbows and kisses...sugar drops and glitter too!

*said with a cutsy smile*

[flutter95 4]

oh man, thats so sweet we could make a cake out of it!

[Trompe le Monde 1,107]

I do not get upset by internet message board and thusly am not bothered or offended. It's just a point I enjoy bringing up.

Anyways, the question of "do you know such and such" in a town of 10 million is not so silly when my father (who is never afraid to look stupid) asked someone such a question and not only did this person know the person in question but put him back in touch after losing contact after 20 years. So it is a small world.