[Theforum] culture-differences (was: Roll Call - Madhu)

[Ron Dorman]

This is great!

Scott Dexter wrote:

> >
> > i agree with Madhu, i also hate it when "americans" take for granted
> > their culture as being the world's default, it's very passively rude.
> >
>
> Can ya guys help me out then, and point it out (offlist) when I do it?
> While embarrassed that I do it, I'd like not to, but need help (the fun
> of living in your own box sometimes)

me too.  I'm a Texan like Dex, transplanted in Virginia for the moment.  I
have traveled a lot, but not everywhere.  I like to learn as much as I can
about other contries and cultures.  So clue us in when we do things or say
things you do not understand.