tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7810101995700108921.post2826072283313767536..comments2011-10-11T13:46:40.328-07:00Comments on Kia Ora From Tomorrow: Still an OutsiderAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05321991410940383270noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7810101995700108921.post-46770101625568996422011-09-13T13:53:35.690-07:002011-09-13T13:53:35.690-07:00Thanks! I actually do not think anyone understands...Thanks! I actually do not think anyone understands rugby, but that's what makes it fun, eh? And yes, there is definitely distaste at President Bush, but the whole Osama Bin Laden / 9-11 anniversary really showed me how much this decade has affected me as an American, even when I am pretty disgusted by the reaction of the United States. Apparently I am not as disgusted as some. Overall, NZ is still a lovely, lovely place, and I continue to feel honoured and blessed to be here. (And I'm learning to spell like you crazy Kiwis!)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05321991410940383270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7810101995700108921.post-67476017422715827782011-09-13T05:54:11.109-07:002011-09-13T05:54:11.109-07:00If it makes you feel any better, even as a full-bl...If it makes you feel any better, even as a full-blown "kiwi" I don't understand much about Rugby! Ekk. I did however feel ultra proud to be a kiwi watching the opening ceremony via youtube!<br />I'm sorry you have felt so much angst towards your people while in NZ and I hope that none of it was personal. I just think that looking in from the outside, America looks rather different to what it must look like from the inside (if that makes sense). I have nothing against American's per se (and I don't think many NZder's would) but I think it's that we just don't agree with the choices Bush made in the aftermath of 9/11.<br /><br />I've really enjoyed reading your NZ posts and I hope you enjoy the rest of your time there. All the best for your trip home. Xxmy darling lemon thymehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03234413943628909907noreply@blogger.com