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Can we maybe now dispense with the old cliché that Germans have no sense of humour?
I thought that as well, many years ago when I first moved here but have since revised that view. Amazing what a bit of lived experience and knowledge does to preconceptions. Sure, there are some dour and humour-free people here in Germany but the idea of the humourless Hun is mostly a product of ignorance and more than a smidgen of smugness.
 
Are you in Heidelberg?
Heidelboro said:
Can we maybe now dispense with the old cliché that Germans have no sense of humour?
I thought that as well, many years ago when I first moved here but have since revised that view. Amazing what a bit of lived experience and knowledge does to preconceptions. Sure, there are some dour and humour-free people here in Germany but the idea of the humourless Hun is mostly a product of ignorance and more than a smidgen of smugness.
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If you're in Heidelberg I'm jealous.
 
The clue indeed. is in the name. Have you ever visited?
Still have family and friends (including my son) in the UK and come back for matches as often as possible. Our summer holiday plans are only ever made once the fixtures are out - I have a very understaning wife.
But yes, I do like living in a country with a grown up government with a sense of civic duty rather than self promotion, a press which is largely intelligent, factual and balanced, an education system which - though not perfect, is fit for purpose and a football clubs not owned by oligarchs and human rights abusers.
When I look at what's happening in the Old Country, I despair. Ye Gods, this government, what a shower of.... But I'll stop now before I'm accused of more than just a "smidgen of smugness"
O, and in case your were wondering (you probably weren't) of course I'll be screaming for England on Tuesday.
 
Heidelboro said:
Can we maybe now dispense with the old cliché that Germans have no sense of humour?
I thought that as well, many years ago when I first moved here but have since revised that view. Amazing what a bit of lived experience and knowledge does to preconceptions. Sure, there are some dour and humour-free people here in Germany but the idea of the humourless Hun is mostly a product of ignorance and more than a smidgen of smugness.
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I've been to Germany a few times over the years and love it there. I've found the people to be markedly similar to a lot of Brits, love their football, beer and banter. It's a great place.
 
Heidelboro said:
The clue indeed. is in the name. Have you ever visited?
Still have family and friends (including my son) in the UK and come back for matches as often as possible. Our summer holiday plans are only ever made once the fixtures are out - I have a very understaning wife.
But yes, I do like living in a country with a grown up government with a sense of civic duty rather than self promotion, a press which is largely intelligent, factual and balanced, an education system which - though not perfect, is fit for purpose and a football clubs not owned by oligarchs and human rights abusers.
When I look at what's happening in the Old Country, I despair. Ye Gods, this government, what a shower of.... But I'll stop now before I'm accused of more than just a "smidgen of smugness"
O, and in case your were wondering (you probably weren't) of course I'll be screaming for England on Tuesday.
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Yes, a couple of times, most recently in 2019 to tick off Sandhausen (I'm trying to do all the grounds in the top three divisions). I love it there. I have a mate who is studying at the University. Everything you say about Germany I agree with. Which is why I'm jealous.
 
When I fist came as a callow youth I was full of the usual British nonsensical preconceptions about Germany: humourless, fatty sausages, beer, devoted to rules, Britain won WWII single handedly etc. They say travel broadens the mind. How true that is. Still not a fan of the sausages, mind.
Because there aren't a lot of holiday beaches, Germany's never really become a favoured destination for Brits, but as you say Rooster, it has an awful lot to offer.
Things are very gradually changing but as long as national stereotypes are peddled by portions of the toxic UK press, people will lazily lap up lies about other countries (They're cr*p so we must be great).
Pity more people didn't have the chance to get out a bit more before 23.06.2016
 
Capybara said:
Yes, a couple of times, most recently in 2019 to tick off Sandhausen (I'm trying to do all the grounds in the top three divisions). I love it there. I have a mate who is studying at the University. Everything you say about Germany I agree with. Which is why I'm jealous.
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Ah, Sandhausen - followed their heroic effort to avoid relegation this season - only on screen of course. Reminded me a bit of many a Boro end of season. Used to go there now and then with a mate, and will do again when allowed. It's just so relaxing going to a match when you support a team, but are not in a state of continuous mental anxiety as per Boro games.
 
Heidelboro said:
The clue indeed. is in the name. Have you ever visited?
Still have family and friends (including my son) in the UK and come back for matches as often as possible. Our summer holiday plans are only ever made once the fixtures are out - I have a very understaning wife.
But yes, I do like living in a country with a grown up government with a sense of civic duty rather than self promotion, a press which is largely intelligent, factual and balanced, an education system which - though not perfect, is fit for purpose and a football clubs not owned by oligarchs and human rights abusers.
When I look at what's happening in the Old Country, I despair. Ye Gods, this government, what a shower of.... But I'll stop now before I'm accused of more than just a "smidgen of smugness"
O, and in case your were wondering (you probably weren't) of course I'll be screaming for England on Tuesday.
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I was offered a job in Stuttgart in the late 80s. I've often regretted not taking it, even more so after Brexit.
 
NYboro said:
I was offered a job in Stuttgart in the late 80s. I've often regretted not taking it, even more so after Brexit.
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Who knows where the river flows? Sounds like your NY life has been ok ;-)

I've resisted getting involved in the myriad Brexit "discussions" here as I am so raw about it - even now. I have though, always enjoyed your thoughtful and factual contributions to the debate.
And for those who would tell me to move on, I won't and don't want to get over the lying, deceitful and reprehensible nature of how people were gulled into voting for this fact and reason free clusterf*ck. Especially as the charlatans are tightening their grip on the country.
Even last night on BBC, looking back at the referendum, one of the main architects of Vote Leave admitted all their energy and resources went into winning (what? I wonder) and none into assessing the impact of leaving.
Looking in from the outside sometimes offers a clearer view, and I can't believe how Brexit has completely destroyed so much of what made me really proud to be British.
 
Heidelboro said:
Who knows where the river flows? Sounds like your NY life has been ok ;-)

I've resisted getting involved in the myriad Brexit "discussions" here as I am so raw about it - even now. I have though, always enjoyed your thoughtful and factual contributions to the debate.
And for those who would tell me to move on, I won't and don't want to get over the lying, deceitful and reprehensible nature of how people were gulled into voting for this fact and reason free clusterf*ck. Especially as the charlatans are tightening their grip on the country.
Even last night on BBC, looking back at the referendum, one of the main architects of Vote Leave admitted all their energy and resources went into winning (what? I wonder) and none into assessing the impact of leaving.
Looking in from the outside sometimes offers a clearer view, and I can't believe how Brexit has completely destroyed so much of what made me really proud to be British.
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Heidle. Do you have a boro and bayern Munich badge on your car. Followed such a car in Rosenburg when on a trip out while visiting my daughter in stuttgart.
Loved Heidleburg btw
 
Heidelboro said:
Can we maybe now dispense with the old cliché that Germans have no sense of humour?
I thought that as well, many years ago when I first moved here but have since revised that view. Amazing what a bit of lived experience and knowledge does to preconceptions. Sure, there are some dour and humour-free people here in Germany but the idea of the humourless Hun is mostly a product of ignorance and more than a smidgen of smugness.
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I spent a year working in Germany, mostly Lindau but also spent a lot of time in Karlsruhe, so visited Heidelberg quite a few times, nice spot.

The Germans were some of the most professional engineers I’ve ever worked with, and as you say a great sense of humour. It’s a lovely country.
 
You lucky barsteward living there. Been to see Hoffenheim and Sandhausen and twice just for the place itself. Good point about no beaches - keeps our riff raff away 😄. Never understand beach bums. Capy - we'll get there, I need about 10!
 
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