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Patrick Van Calck
Patrick Van Calck
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Joined: 28th Jun 2007
Location: Belgium
quotePosted at 07:44 on 7th January 2010

I know it's a site about England but now that we all have to answer to a Belgian President (great joke, isn't it?) I thought to start a thread about dear (very) old Belgium. It also gives me an opportunity to chat some more with you all.

What do you think about if someone mention Belgium?

What are your experiences with Belgians?

Maybe there 're some wild stories or misunderstandings about us that I can clear up or explain.

Go ahead! Everything about Belgium can be posted here and now !

(ps please be kind to us poor Belgians)



Edited by: patrick van calck at:7th January 2010 07:45
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Ron Brind
Ron Brind
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quotePosted at 10:03 on 7th January 2010
Here in the forum Patrick it's no different to talking about any other country (pictures not acceptable on PicturesofEngland.com) so I wish you luck. Might be an interesting thread, although I suspect this maybe the only response you will get! Yes, we love the EU that much!! Lol
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Patrick Van Calck
Patrick Van Calck
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quotePosted at 11:34 on 7th January 2010
Arn't we more like Brothers Ron?
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Ron Brind
Ron Brind
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quotePosted at 12:00 on 7th January 2010
Yeah, I don't have a problem with you brother Patrick! However, I can't say the same about being ruled by those nearest to you!! Lol
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Cathy E.
Cathy E.
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quotePosted at 13:35 on 7th January 2010

I've always had good experiences with Belgians. When I was in high school we had a foreign exchange student from Belgium. He was so pleasant and thoughtful. We wrote back and forth for awhile but I lost track of him.

I think it is great to learn of other places and people to try and close the gap between us all. Smile 

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Sue H
Sue H
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quotePosted at 14:06 on 7th January 2010

What do you think about if someone mention Belgium?

Chocolate. Oh my, you have THE BEST chocolate.  

 

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Krissy
Krissy
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quotePosted at 14:31 on 7th January 2010

I know that I would LOVE to visit Belgium!!! Looks like a beautiful country! I'm afraid though, I don't know much about the history or the customs.

I think I'll go Google it now!

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Stephanie Jackson
Stephanie Jackson
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quotePosted at 17:59 on 7th January 2010

I have never been to Belgium Patrick. It looks like a beautiful place. My sister went on a school trip once to Brussels.

I would rather not be in the EU and I would like to keep the pound. I have nothing against you Belgians though!

Like Sue - I think chocolate!

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Cathy E.
Cathy E.
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quotePosted at 18:43 on 7th January 2010
Tell us more about Belgium Patrick! I would love to hear about it. Like what is the countries flower or tree? What besides chocolate is manufactured in Belgium? 
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Diana Sinclair
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quotePosted at 19:01 on 7th January 2010

When I think of Belgium I think of a dear friend I used to know who grew up there. When I met her she was living in England and then moved to Australia. I've lost touch with her over the years but think of her fondly.

I thought I found her on Facebook recently but either it wasn't her or she's ignoring my inquiry. Lol.

I also think of delicious chocolate!

BTW- I love, love, love your new avatar, Cathy, it's the bee's knees!

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