Although I have already written on Politeness this is an appropriate time to reiterate the values, ethics and general friendship shown in the US. Today I had a refreshing experience. When out walking the dog I was greeted with a ‘Good Morning’, ‘How are you?’, ‘Have a Great Day!’. Now Americans have often being satirised for the happy go lucky warming approach to life, but I think it is a forte that is seldom remembered in todays society. 
When I got back home I started to wonder: Does peoples behaviour have anything to do with where they are from , where they live, if they come from either a large city or small town. May be it has to do with how people were brought up. I have spent a lot of time traveling within US and I always found that Americans are so much more pleasant to interact with from the smaller quieter towns than the concrete jungles. Total strangers often tend to have small chats and interacting with strangers – pretty much about anything – anytime and anywhere.
As many of you know I have gone through a difficult time recently and appreciate the kind, heartfelt comments and emails. The blog will continue now and I hope to repay your kindness with some laughs, humour, bringing some fun to the day.
I know you will tell me if I don’t! Have a great day!…….
Welcome back, and my best wishes for your ongoing troubles.
Sorry about your father, at least he is in the UK and will likely get cheap and better healthcare than in the US…
I just discovered your site. I hope that things are going OK for you; I see that your last post is regarding your father’s health. I so greatly hope that you father will recover, and that you can continue your blog with that unburdened spirit that we Americans miss, but so very much need.