America
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lel amerifats going to town on geographics. hahahah this is hilarious
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especially because it made baby Jesus cry. Not sure if it was the 'Merkin Jesus, the North American Baby Jesus, or the little 8 pound 6 ounce baby Jesus.I nominate this thread for thread of the day!
In all seriousness, check out the fries. Canada puts gravy on them and they are delicious. The United States puts ketchup, tartar sauce and mustard on them and they are just o.k. For a real treat and peek into what we eat for dinner, watch Talledega Nights. It's fan-freekin-tastic!
We put gravy and cheese curds and call it Poutine. Otherwise just Mayo, vinegar or Ketchup.
Poutine is the devil's hors douvres. I order it every time I'm in Canada.0 -
I believe I have a metaphor for the whole "America isn't the only America" debacle.
In the United States (being PC for clarity, plus I can't speak for whether this happens in other countries or not), certain large brand names have a tendency to replace the correct name of an object.
"Kleenex" is a brand of facial tissue, and yet you often hear people say "I need a Kleenex" when they have a runny nose. Obviously they don't NEED Kleenex brand, but the connotation is that they need a tissue.
Similarly, in Texas, no matter what soda you order, it's Coke. Orange soda is Orange Coke. Obviously this does not mean all sodas are actually Coca-Cola! That is just what the meaning has come to be over the decades.
Does this mean it is offensive to other companies? Should they sue Kleenex and Coke for coining phrases that blot out their individuality? Are we really that srs, gaiz?0 -
especially because it made baby Jesus cry. Not sure if it was the 'Merkin Jesus, the North American Baby Jesus, or the little 8 pound 6 ounce baby Jesus.I nominate this thread for thread of the day!
In all seriousness, check out the fries. Canada puts gravy on them and they are delicious. The United States puts ketchup, tartar sauce and mustard on them and they are just o.k. For a real treat and peek into what we eat for dinner, watch Talledega Nights. It's fan-freekin-tastic!
We put gravy and cheese curds and call it Poutine. Otherwise just Mayo, vinegar or Ketchup.
Poutine is the devil's hors douvres. I order it every time I'm in Canada.
but--it is ever so delicious.0 -
Where is America?
I live in San Diego. This America place sounds cool. Like a place I would like to backpack through. Any information on this place would be greatly appreciated.0 -
Anyone else wondering where the OP went? :huh:
To the travel agent to cancel her trip.
Can't say I'd blame her if she did. She asked for advice about where to eat on vacation and got a geography lesson instead. Poor girl.0 -
I believe I have a metaphor for the whole "America isn't the only America" debacle.
In the United States (being PC for clarity, plus I can't speak for whether this happens in other countries or not), certain large brand names have a tendency to replace the correct name of an object.
"Kleenex" is a brand of facial tissue, and yet you often hear people say "I need a Kleenex" when they have a runny nose. Obviously they don't NEED Kleenex brand, but the connotation is that they need a tissue.
Similarly, in Texas, no matter what soda you order, it's Coke. Orange soda is Orange Coke. Obviously this does not mean all sodas are actually Coca-Cola! That is just what the meaning has come to be over the decades.
Does this mean it is offensive to other companies? Should they sue Kleenex and Coke for coining phrases that blot out their individuality? Are we really that srs, gaiz?
I personally have no problems with US folks calling themselves Americans ( United statesians sounds kinda weird.) I, and a lot of people, have a problem with them calling the country "America" though.
Side Note: Orange Coke is ridiculous! We all know it's called pop.
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I believe I have a metaphor for the whole "America isn't the only America" debacle.
In the United States (being PC for clarity, plus I can't speak for whether this happens in other countries or not), certain large brand names have a tendency to replace the correct name of an object.
"Kleenex" is a brand of facial tissue, and yet you often hear people say "I need a Kleenex" when they have a runny nose. Obviously they don't NEED Kleenex brand, but the connotation is that they need a tissue.
Similarly, in Texas, no matter what soda you order, it's Coke. Orange soda is Orange Coke. Obviously this does not mean all sodas are actually Coca-Cola! That is just what the meaning has come to be over the decades.
Does this mean it is offensive to other companies? Should they sue Kleenex and Coke for coining phrases that blot out their individuality? Are we really that srs, gaiz?
I personally have no problems with US folks calling themselves Americans ( United statesians sounds kinda weird.) I, and a lot of people, have a problem with them calling the country "America" though.
Side Note: Orange Coke is ridiculous! We all know it's called pop.
Haha. I grew up saying 'soda' as a child, but now I'm a pop person too.
If I were abroad, it would definitely be confusing (and too vague to be correct) to say I was from "America", so I wouldn't do that. But considering OP isn't even from "America", it proves that people from the United States aren't the only ones doing this. That's all I'm trying to point out-- it's not as if the rest of the world thinks of the United States exclusively as the United States. Some (not all, but some) think of it only as "America". Usually people who are not from other countries in other Americas, be it North, South or Central. Again, I'm not saying this is correct or 'right' to do.0 -
If you're in Wisconsin, message me. My wife and I would love to show you around.
What, you don't think someone would come clear around the globe and visit central Wisconsin? hehe!
Totally possible! Ever see Love Actually?!0 -
I believe I have a metaphor for the whole "America isn't the only America" debacle.
In the United States (being PC for clarity, plus I can't speak for whether this happens in other countries or not), certain large brand names have a tendency to replace the correct name of an object.
"Kleenex" is a brand of facial tissue, and yet you often hear people say "I need a Kleenex" when they have a runny nose. Obviously they don't NEED Kleenex brand, but the connotation is that they need a tissue.
Similarly, in Texas, no matter what soda you order, it's Coke. Orange soda is Orange Coke. Obviously this does not mean all sodas are actually Coca-Cola! That is just what the meaning has come to be over the decades.
Does this mean it is offensive to other companies? Should they sue Kleenex and Coke for coining phrases that blot out their individuality? Are we really that srs, gaiz?
I live in Texas and I've worked as a waitress in Texas. I've never heard anyone order Coke and expect anything other than Coke, or maybe Pepsi. Coke = cola drink. Orange soda = Crush, Fanta, Sunkist, etc. I generally call bandages Bandaides and cotton Swabs Q-Tips but I can't get on board with this Coke = Soda nonsense.0 -
Anyone else wondering where the OP went? :huh:
To the travel agent to cancel her trip.
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Seems a little pretentious to think it's your place to tell people in another country how to speak their own language.I believe I have a metaphor for the whole "America isn't the only America" debacle.
In the United States (being PC for clarity, plus I can't speak for whether this happens in other countries or not), certain large brand names have a tendency to replace the correct name of an object.
"Kleenex" is a brand of facial tissue, and yet you often hear people say "I need a Kleenex" when they have a runny nose. Obviously they don't NEED Kleenex brand, but the connotation is that they need a tissue.
Similarly, in Texas, no matter what soda you order, it's Coke. Orange soda is Orange Coke. Obviously this does not mean all sodas are actually Coca-Cola! That is just what the meaning has come to be over the decades.
Does this mean it is offensive to other companies? Should they sue Kleenex and Coke for coining phrases that blot out their individuality? Are we really that srs, gaiz?
I personally have no problems with US folks calling themselves Americans ( United statesians sounds kinda weird.) I, and a lot of people, have a problem with them calling the country "America" though.
Side Note: Orange Coke is ridiculous! We all know it's called pop.0 -
Seems a little pretentious to think it's your place to tell people in another country how to speak their own language.I believe I have a metaphor for the whole "America isn't the only America" debacle.
In the United States (being PC for clarity, plus I can't speak for whether this happens in other countries or not), certain large brand names have a tendency to replace the correct name of an object.
"Kleenex" is a brand of facial tissue, and yet you often hear people say "I need a Kleenex" when they have a runny nose. Obviously they don't NEED Kleenex brand, but the connotation is that they need a tissue.
Similarly, in Texas, no matter what soda you order, it's Coke. Orange soda is Orange Coke. Obviously this does not mean all sodas are actually Coca-Cola! That is just what the meaning has come to be over the decades.
Does this mean it is offensive to other companies? Should they sue Kleenex and Coke for coining phrases that blot out their individuality? Are we really that srs, gaiz?
I personally have no problems with US folks calling themselves Americans ( United statesians sounds kinda weird.) I, and a lot of people, have a problem with them calling the country "America" though.
Side Note: Orange Coke is ridiculous! We all know it's called pop.
I don't see what it as to do with "language" but I see more pretention in trying to claim an entire continent as a country but I might as well be beating a dead horse and I'm fully aware of that since I do have this exact discussion with my other half, who is American, on a daily basis.
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Nobody is claiming an entire continent as a country. It's an abbreviation. BTW I don't know how people act where you're from, but here in America it's generally considered uncool to rip on other peoples' cultures.
Seems a little pretentious to think it's your place to tell people in another country how to speak their own language.I believe I have a metaphor for the whole "America isn't the only America" debacle.
In the United States (being PC for clarity, plus I can't speak for whether this happens in other countries or not), certain large brand names have a tendency to replace the correct name of an object.
"Kleenex" is a brand of facial tissue, and yet you often hear people say "I need a Kleenex" when they have a runny nose. Obviously they don't NEED Kleenex brand, but the connotation is that they need a tissue.
Similarly, in Texas, no matter what soda you order, it's Coke. Orange soda is Orange Coke. Obviously this does not mean all sodas are actually Coca-Cola! That is just what the meaning has come to be over the decades.
Does this mean it is offensive to other companies? Should they sue Kleenex and Coke for coining phrases that blot out their individuality? Are we really that srs, gaiz?
I personally have no problems with US folks calling themselves Americans ( United statesians sounds kinda weird.) I, and a lot of people, have a problem with them calling the country "America" though.
Side Note: Orange Coke is ridiculous! We all know it's called pop.
I don't see what it as to do with "language" but I see more pretention in trying to claim an entire continent as a country but I might as well be beating a dead horse and I'm fully aware of that since I do have this exact discussion with my other half, who is American, on a daily basis.0 -
This won't end well.
I guess it will turn into an "North Americans are fat" thread. Just dumb.
North Americans ARE FAT. Were'n't we ranked the fattest country in the world? We're getting a handle on it.
It is a very odd thread though. I don't get the point of it.
Yes, but a lot of the top places a tourist would visit are some of the healthiest. Most of the cities have slim, fit populations (I do double-take when I see an obese person; it's such a rare sight here).0 -
Nobody is claiming an entire continent as a country. It's an abbreviation. BTW I don't know how people act where you're from, but here in America it's generally considered uncool to rip on other peoples' cultures.
We act polite and friendly. We're Canadians!
It's a pet peeve for a lot of folks also living on the American continent. Not just me.0 -
I believe I have a metaphor for the whole "America isn't the only America" debacle.
In the United States (being PC for clarity, plus I can't speak for whether this happens in other countries or not), certain large brand names have a tendency to replace the correct name of an object.
"Kleenex" is a brand of facial tissue, and yet you often hear people say "I need a Kleenex" when they have a runny nose. Obviously they don't NEED Kleenex brand, but the connotation is that they need a tissue.
Similarly, in Texas, no matter what soda you order, it's Coke. Orange soda is Orange Coke. Obviously this does not mean all sodas are actually Coca-Cola! That is just what the meaning has come to be over the decades.
Does this mean it is offensive to other companies? Should they sue Kleenex and Coke for coining phrases that blot out their individuality? Are we really that srs, gaiz?
I live in Texas and I've worked as a waitress in Texas. I've never heard anyone order Coke and expect anything other than Coke, or maybe Pepsi. Coke = cola drink. Orange soda = Crush, Fanta, Sunkist, etc. I generally call bandages Bandaides and cotton Swabs Q-Tips but I can't get on board with this Coke = Soda nonsense.
Well, my mother told me about that happening when she lived there in the 60's, but perhaps it has become more antiquated since then. Perhaps it is more of a stereotype now, but a quick Google search seems to validate it at least somewhat.0 -
And because I think everyone should take it down a notch, I will leave this here since I strongly believe that Husky puppies are the solutions to every problems.
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Anyone else wondering where the OP went? :huh:
I suspect it's a sockpuppet account; there was another thread very much like this one a few months back that was started for yuks.0 -
Anyone else wondering where the OP went? :huh:
I suspect it's a sockpuppet account; there was another thread very much like this one a few months back that was started for yuks.
The OP deactivated her account.
What is meant by sockpuppet acount?0 -
Not sure if serious? No matter where you go on vacation, there is a potential to gain weight, just as there is as much potential to eat healthy foods, if that's what you choose to do.
Lol love this!0 -
Canada
That's not America!
It is we just haven't told them yet.0 -
I've travelled to the States a few times (Mid-Western states & New England) and I found the portion sizes to be quite big however, you don't have to eat the entire serving. Wherever you dine, ask if they can prepare a 1/2 portion or a lunch-size portion & try small, locally owned restaurants instead of chain restaurants - www.urbanspoon.com.0
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OP - Well trolled...well trolled.0
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Anyone else wondering where the OP went? :huh:
I suspect it's a sockpuppet account; there was another thread very much like this one a few months back that was started for yuks.
The OP deactivated her account.
What is meant by sockpuppet acount?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sockpuppet_(Internet)0 -
Eat everything then pick up a Master Cleanse after0
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Wow, fell for this hook line and sinker....... I feel used......:smokin:0
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She was making fun of a previous poster.0
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yes, north americans are fat0
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