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UK Desperate Housewife USA
A little taste of America through my UK eyes.
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Jel
02:20 AM October 25, 2012
02:20 AM October 25, 2012
What a witty writer! Hits the nail on the head with the differences between us UK peeps and the Yanks! Love it. So tongue in cheek, with a good dose of observational humour. Love it!
Kerry Stokes
06:58 AM October 25, 2012
06:58 AM October 25, 2012
I love reading this blog!
Laurel
07:35 AM October 25, 2012
07:35 AM October 25, 2012
Laugh out loud observations, thoughts and feelings on life across the pond. You can almost smell it, feel it and touch it yourself when you read it! Love this blog, always looking forward to the next instalment!
Beth
11:38 AM October 25, 2012
11:38 AM October 25, 2012
The writer had me viewing Americans' habits and customs (myself) through different eyes. Upbeat, inquisitive and funny.
Sue
13:14 PM October 25, 2012
13:14 PM October 25, 2012
Claire's blog brings her and the USA right into our sitting room and makes me even more excited about our planned visit. Love her observations and comments and especially the inclusion of Harry's perceptions of life in his new environment. Keep it up, Claire!
Gill
15:23 PM October 25, 2012
15:23 PM October 25, 2012
Very much enjoying Claire's observations without the biased stereotyping. Witty and poignant. Keep up the great work Claire!
Anne
16:09 PM October 25, 2012
16:09 PM October 25, 2012
I'm becoming addicted to this blog - it's funny, perceptive and has a sharp eye for the little things that make life for an ex-pat in the US so different from that at home.
Ian
13:41 PM October 26, 2012
13:41 PM October 26, 2012
Just found this blog it's great
Sarah
14:01 PM October 26, 2012
14:01 PM October 26, 2012
Love it!
Andrew
15:09 PM October 26, 2012
15:09 PM October 26, 2012
I like the perspective, healthily respectful but not all-embracing of American culture. Its funny and sometimes poetic. Good luck.
Rachel
09:50 AM October 27, 2012
09:50 AM October 27, 2012
I love this blog! Observations on America and the American way of life by a witty and perceptive writer. It makes me want to visit the States for myself. Keep writing!
Simeon
09:56 AM October 27, 2012
09:56 AM October 27, 2012
More than a travelogue, this blog is laugh out loud funny as the intrepid writer finds her way through the world of American customs and culture.
Ian B
08:12 AM October 28, 2012
08:12 AM October 28, 2012
Terrific piece of real journalism that brings to life the days of the family but within a quite different setting for them. This is amusing, articulate, accurate reporting which shows how differences can be funny, or just interesting, or even tiresome but difference certainly makes for good conversation.
Janet
18:58 PM October 28, 2012
18:58 PM October 28, 2012
I love reading Claire's updates; they bring her new world to life and happily reflect her upbeat and positive outlook ... my favourite blog to date is the meeting of Gloria...it makes me chuckle every time I read ... SO looking forward to the Halloween blog...
Hayley
19:35 PM October 28, 2012
19:35 PM October 28, 2012
Love this blog! I'm becoming addicted to it and look forward to the next instalment. Such witty, laugh out loud observations. Keep up the good work!
Judy
06:56 AM October 29, 2012
06:56 AM October 29, 2012
Just started reading this. Very interesting and amusing. Good luck.
Tom & Joan
11:59 AM October 30, 2012
11:59 AM October 30, 2012
The content is good and because the words flow smoothly it is easy to read - and go on reading
Harry
12:23 PM November 02, 2012
12:23 PM November 02, 2012
This is super fun to read. Always want to read more.
Caroline
17:40 PM November 02, 2012
17:40 PM November 02, 2012
I await the next installment of this blog every day / week! Well written and highly entertaining. Claire has the gift of observation and writing!
Paul Drake
17:55 PM November 02, 2012
17:55 PM November 02, 2012
Great blog, particularly while the USA is so much in the news in the uk. Good writing and a non newsy perspective.
Kate
22:26 PM November 02, 2012
22:26 PM November 02, 2012
This is a great insight into USA life, reflecting on the funny side of life and the differences. I must-have read!
Peter
22:32 PM November 02, 2012
22:32 PM November 02, 2012
Lovely well written blog, always informative and very funny. Really should be serialised on Radio 4..
Mike
21:32 PM November 04, 2012
21:32 PM November 04, 2012
Your blog Claire, is giving us a real insight into some of what life is in the 'big apple' it's a great read.
Rachael
16:13 PM November 05, 2012
16:13 PM November 05, 2012
Absolutely brilliant. Well written, insightful and humorous with a nice personal touch thrown in. Can't wait to read more.
Rona
12:09 PM November 06, 2012
12:09 PM November 06, 2012
Brilliant bubbly blog!
Annette
15:22 PM November 06, 2012
15:22 PM November 06, 2012
I love this blog - the writer has a real knack for observing the cultural differences and similarities between the UK and the US and never fails to amuse. Looking forward to reading more, especially with Thanksgiving and Christmas around the corner!
Kevin
15:33 PM November 06, 2012
15:33 PM November 06, 2012
So glad I stumbled across this blog!
Vyv
21:16 PM November 06, 2012
21:16 PM November 06, 2012
I am converted to your blog - always amusing to read about your adventures. Especially Hooters. You must do them all!
EmmaK
17:21 PM November 07, 2012
17:21 PM November 07, 2012
This is one funny lady! She tickles my fancy and reminds me of ye merry olde england. This is a must read.
