Tag: america

My other half who is American – I’m English – and I have often talked about the different beliefs and cultures I have come across during my travels as well …

Having lived in the US for quite a few years now I am still somewhat bemused at the constant usage of the phrase “All New.” All new? As opposed …

I recently received my yearly “give us money” missive from our local fire department. Nothing too unusual there. I am sure that most Americans get similar letters too. This …

Those of you who know me will know that I am a movie fan. I picked up a dvd a while back – The Tripper –  and finally got …

I am always interested in reading through the comments that accompany many articles published by newspapers online. It’s always a good indicator of just how fucked up society in …

I saw a commercial on TV recently,  T-Mobile if I remember correctly, that asked the question “What do you want from your wireless company?” The answer apparently was “cheaper …

Around two years ago gas prices in the US took a big hike – well over $4 a gallon for me. They literally doubled and as a result my …

Snowstorm In Clendenin, WV 2009 Like many people back in December we got hit by a snowstorm which (at least in Clendenin, West Virginia) practically sent us back to …

Those of you that know me well know that I love auctions. And I have certainly had some good deals and yesterday was no exception. Being English and living …

I was channel hopping the other night (as I often do in the vague hope of finding something watchable – particularly as the TV guide is far from reliable) …