I've noticed that most of the entries in my Archives tagged with "usa" have sad smilies next to them, indicating the post is a rant. Does this mean I harbour anti-American sentiment? There's a difference between Americans (individual people) and America (the country and its policies), however, the same can be said of any country. Although I do object (like much of the world) to the sometimes irresponsible behaviour of America and her leadership, the nation has given the world much. And it has much to offer (not all of which is given). To add some balance to my site content I set myself the task of listing something good about the US for every sad smilie. It's been too long since my previous rave.
Most of my "usa" posts involve rants
Good things about the US
- Apples are grown in California;
- Kevin and Rob are American and they're good people;
- The US has some great scenery I hope to photograph one day;
- Google started in a Californian garage and changed the world forever while maintaining an altruistic streak;
- Some American's can see things differently (even while making money).
Now that wasn't so hard. What raves would you add to the list?
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I always wish that there was a smiley for the two fingered victory sign one makes with their hand when I read posts like this, although most people would likely misinterpret what I mean by using it. In China it is a form of very cutesy body language and means, Oh Yeah!
Just so it's not lost in translation, "Oh yeah!" is not the same as "Yeah right" (refresh the page for more examples).
Well, I'm flattered not to be a stereotypical "ugly American." :)
Wot Rob? From your photo I'd say you'd have no trouble negotiating the WATT restrictor. My understanding is that most Americans are David Hasslehoff look-alikes ;-)
The "Oh yeah!" I cite above should be said with a falling tone on the last syllable.