Opinions on the UK
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Looks sorta like a troll. Feels sorta like a troll. But I feel I must reply anyway.For.I.Am.Mad said:
Aside from the Beatles being one of the most successful- no, wait, probably the most successful band in the world to date...
Well, The Who, and The Rolling Stones were pretty damn good. David Bowie? He's got a few notches in his belt too.
Now, even though this feels troll-y, and I doubt I shall get a reply, may I enquire as to what sort of music you are a fan of? Out of sheer academic interest?
OP: Live in East Kilbride, Scotland. It's pretty damp, and the young hooligan like teenagers are not much fun, but we have pretty scenery and we've invented some of the best stuff out there.
This abomination of a government, I have to agree.mikecoulter said:
Where do you live to form such a crime-fearing viewpoint? I live in Nottingham, apparently one of the worst cities in the country for crime, and I've never felt even slightly worried about being mugged or any other kind of crime.
The misconception that annoys me most about the UK? This, I know it's family guy, but I am still offended by it as a rugby fan.
Whereas we actually have:
About 43 seconds in is the good view of the collision.
The second one is a bit too arty really, but effectively conveys exactly why family guy is wrong.
I live in Cardiff, Wales. I don't ever feel threatened, but this mugging culture seems to be in the news a lot recently. :/Megalodon said:
And the suicide rate tripled overnight.Pipotchi said:
Personally I've never liked London as its a bit of a black hole that sucks all the talent, news and money into itself but other then that its a great place. Got some fantastic history (I love the fact people still live in houses built before the USA existed) and there are great places to vist. The only bad thing is you can't plan for the weather.
Nice country ... birthplace of the 'chav'.
Other than that I've got nothing else bad to say about the UK.
Other than that I've got nothing else bad to say about the UK.
Oh and, I love the rain and clouds.
Rain is awesome.
Really makes me feel alive to go out and run in the rain.
Rain is awesome.
Really makes me feel alive to go out and run in the rain.
Love/Hate for me. I am British, or to be more exact English. I find it funny how English or British I actually am; private schooled rugby playing drinker. The weather is shit. The countryside is great, seriously good in some places. We generally stick to ourselves and family; free health service which I am truly greatfull for, and people are good/bad as in any country. Except the bad like to congregate in particular areas and you get used to knowing where those are so it doesn't really matter to much. And yes many people still hold the "stiff upper lip" part of our society; which personally I find a redeeming quality.
However becoming too much like America over recent years. Also it's seriously hard to find a damn job in the current climate.
However becoming too much like America over recent years. Also it's seriously hard to find a damn job in the current climate.
Man, I loves me some UK. Sure it isn't perfect--but where is?
It's a tiny place with more history and variety packed into it than anywhere else I can think of. It's got Irn Bru and Branston Pickle in abundant supply, and some of the best television shows ever produced. The rail system can be a great way to get around, when it actually runs on time. And yeah, it rains a lot, but that just keeps everything green.
It's a tiny place with more history and variety packed into it than anywhere else I can think of. It's got Irn Bru and Branston Pickle in abundant supply, and some of the best television shows ever produced. The rail system can be a great way to get around, when it actually runs on time. And yeah, it rains a lot, but that just keeps everything green.
I'm from newcastle and i'm very proud of that 
Despite that fact that i'd one day like to leave this country, I couldn't be more happy that I grew up here. I love the people i've met, and apparently we have an odd sense of humour? Most of the girls I know (including myself) are just as crude as the boys.
UK has its downsides but doesn't every country? I just hate it when misinformed idiots believe all of the media stereotypes.
If you want to know how UK sixth form students behave then watch The Inbetweeners, the resemblance between them and my male friends is amazing.
Despite that fact that i'd one day like to leave this country, I couldn't be more happy that I grew up here. I love the people i've met, and apparently we have an odd sense of humour? Most of the girls I know (including myself) are just as crude as the boys.
UK has its downsides but doesn't every country? I just hate it when misinformed idiots believe all of the media stereotypes.
If you want to know how UK sixth form students behave then watch The Inbetweeners, the resemblance between them and my male friends is amazing.
The UK? Like most things its what you make of it. I personally like this little country, it has so much history and culture.angryfish said:
Its full of contradictions, its accepting and diverse and at the same time petty and backward. We have (or had) the european capital of culture in what many would think is the most unlikely of places.
We have more accents than I can comprehend. I mean within a 10 mile radius of me there are no less than 7 different distinct accents.
Top it off with the fact we have produced, and still do to a smaller degree, some of the most popular (and also some of the most innovetive music in the world.
Sadly we're in a bit of a lull politics wise.
woo! Conservatives! \sarcasm
Incidentally I'm from a small town stuck between Wales and Birmingham. Odd place to be.