I've put this entry into the "Brits on America," category, but really it belongs in a category called "Brits on the American," the American in this instance being me. That's because this blog led to an unusual experience for me--being on the other end of the reporter's questions. Shortly after this blog launched, I got emails from reporters at the Nottingham Evening Post who wanted to do a feature on the American who's telling Chicago about Nottingham. Today's article "My really big tea break," was the result.
Note to loyal poster Brien: Although the newspaper story's sidebar about my blog didn't make it onto the online edition, the reporter quoted you. Here's the excerpt:
"Stephanie's report about a rainy day out in Derbyshire's Peak District with photos of a lamb, the hills and scenery, prompted this response from Brien Comerford, who wrote, 'Wondrous scenery and photos of England.'" Apparently the Nottingham folks were pleased, Brien, that you like their land!
I love England and Cornwall was the most mystical place that my parents ever visited in the World. England is generally green and pristine. It has the best Indian and meatless cuisine in the world. Gordon Brown and David Cameron are very articulate political leaders. The greatest rock music has emanated from England. In general, Brits are animal lovers. I'm pleased that your blog exists with updates from the UK.