Chelsea, exactly what were you engaged in that made the people make you feel comfortable? :yikes:
Despite whatever peccadilloes you may have practiced, you're right about people in Europe. I lived there about 9 years and absolutely loved it. Especially while living in Heidelberg, I got to know people from all over Europe, Africa, and Australia/New Zealand (Kiwi's are crazy people) and almost all were good people. I will admit that for some reason, I found the French to be the hardest to warm up to, but that seemed to be a sentiment shared by most others. I was extremely well treated when in the homes of various German families and was overwhelmed with the welcome and camaraderie I received in Cornwall.
And you are right on the mark in your comments about behaving as a guest. Even in Bavaria where Americans are worshipped, you still have to fight the shadow of "The Ugly American" of yesteryear and even still today. Once you overcome that stereotype, you're in.
I do, of course, disagree with your implication about the "past few years." There's a whole lot involved in that. But I don't care about that now. I just want to know about you being engaged in something pleasant and comfortable. :hot:
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