Monthly Archives: December 2016

Americans Can Be So Coy!

Posted on December 20, 2016 by abroadintheusa

In many ways, America is surprisingly coy and uptight. This may come as a surprise to many, given that American popular culture is laced with sex and violence. I’m still a bit shocked at the overt sexual innuendo on regular … Continue reading →

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Winter is Coming!

Posted on December 15, 2016 by abroadintheusa

Winter is coming! OK, so we’re not actually expecting hoards of White Walkers to come pouring over the state line from New York like some “Game of Thrones” nightmare, but here on the eastern edge of the States you can … Continue reading →

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Afters, Biccies, and Sweets, Oh My!

Posted on December 8, 2016 by abroadintheusa

With Thanksgiving out of the way we’re now firmly into “Holiday Season” here in the States — which means indulgence. Also “buying stuff,” but let’s focus on the food for now. Afters (Desserts) To start with, there’s no such thing … Continue reading →

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Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Posted on December 6, 2016 by abroadintheusa

I noticed on the kitchen calendar this morning that tomorrow is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day here in the States. This isn’t a federal holiday — nothing closes — but there will be stories aplenty in the media about the Japanese … Continue reading →

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