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Real Name: Nathalie
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Local Customs: Verbal Communication
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  • It is impossible to describe American, since America is a Multi-cultural country. But it is possible to describe American values. Americans value individualism and privacy, directness, openness and honesty. While having conversation with American people do not “beat around the bush” always get straight to the point. They are very friendly and nice and will be happy to help you if you ask a direct question. Some personal questions like “How much money you make?” or “Why you’re not married yet?” may offend many Americans (privacy value). I would suggest you to remember that there is a big difference between friendliness and friendship.

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    Local Customs: NYPD
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  • I decided to add this tip because lately I heard a lot of remarks stereotyping the police men in New York. Living, for a while, in the city I can tell you that they are just human beings exactly like you and me. I never met any rude police officer in New York. More than this, they were very helpful many many times. When I needed some directions they where the first ones I approached,and always got a polite answer. More than this, once a police officer even walked me to the bar I was looking for, 'cause it was a few blocks away and he decided that it would be better to show me the way instead of giving confusing directions.
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    Comments for Nathalie_B about New York City
    Gillybob Tue Jun 23, 2009 20:09 UTC
     Oh yes! Busy times - will continue to be till 23 August at least. But its all going very well so far so we're happy. And I keep thinking of the extra money for my holiday Stateside in October! Gillybob greetings
    LoriPori Tue Mar 3, 2009 11:38 UTC
     Though not a big fan of big cities, I must admit New York City does have a lot to offer and I can see why you loved it there. You had a lot of little VT meets there too.
    volopolo Sun Oct 15, 2006 20:58 UTC
     lovely page! Nikos
    Norali Thu Dec 1, 2005 14:27 UTC
     've never been to NYc and I remember of the Soup Nazi. And... for some reasons, I adore Kramer. hahaha
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