DIFFERENCES BETWEEN GERMANY & THE UK (Part 2): The less obvious things

[@peggygilbertsen9099]

I admire the eco responsibility of the Germans. We are terribly irresponsible here in the US. It’s shameful how much we waste here.

[@lucrecianickel]

I truly enjoy your videos!!! I've watched a few shows about people living in other countries in other channels, and I really dislike some people that point out differences by shaming the traditions, customs and culture of other people in other countries, especially Americans putting down their own country saying how wasteful people are or how we don't appreciate this or that, it is annoying how they put down their country. I like how you point out differences with respect for England and their traditions.

[@karenhodgson1413]

It’s not difficult is it. At the moment my 240 litre recycling bin is full and it’s another week until it gets emptied. Meanwhile, my grey waste amounted to less than a quarter of my grey bin (non recyclable rubbish) in the same week long period. I know I live alone, but even when my husband was alive, we always had far more recycling to be taken away, than non recycling. I always put my glass bottles and jars in the recycling basket we have for that purpose.

[@SMElder-iy6fl]

Only larger cities offer recycling.

[@arlenecurrie1350]

I had German grandparents and the other set were Russian. Talk about differences. The Germans were quiet, purposeful, logical and had incredible manners. They never stepped out of their German ways. The other set were very demonstrative, noisy, gay, generous with their hugs and kisses. Everyone could visit and stay for dinner. When you came in from play, Baba was there with a soapy washcloth, a drink of water and a hug that enveloped you deep into her breasts. We were very lucky to have both grandparents near us as we grew up and I still laugh when I remember them. Difference stay with us .Thanks for sharing.

[@mystrength5640]

Wow., You have Precious memories! Jenny

[@kimbok5971]

You were very lucky to have nice grandparents, period. My maternal grandparents were alcoholics. My paternal grandparents, one schizophrenic grandmother who would scream and curse at us periodically and one very cold grandfather.

[@vanessashimoni6548]

It's completely bizarre to be forced to registered with a specific doctor simply because you live in a certain area.

[@medusa3050]

Yes I remember the days when the shops were closed in the UK on a Sunday, and we used to have half day closing on Wednesday's in the Cheshire town I live in.

[@susanletissier9729]

The postmen usually wear shorts in winter because with all the rain long trousers get heavy wet and cold!!!

[@susanhutchinson5305]

I am American living in Ireland for 18 years, so I know what cultural differences are. I love it !

[@elizabethanne8729]

I felt like this was an online course I signed up for. Joerg is like a professor of recycling and fuel efficiency!! You two are so cute snuggling under the covers😂

[@elizabethandrus3848]

Hello, I happened to comment after you and noticed we have the same name. Elizabeth Anne from Ohio!

[@helenbailey8419]

Thank-you Joerg..it needs to be said,all the waste.The car warming is a throw back to very old cars.People here have lots of old ways of doing things.Like floor mopping.Swamping the floor as you would have with stone floors..

[@cherylgotmarried]

@@elizabethandrus3848 i'm from ohio too! lol

[@elizabethanne8729]

@@elizabethandrus3848 I’m from CT originally, been living in NY for five years now!

[@dionnevoller2903]

That’s how our shopping used to be here - I would actually prefer it if all shops were closed on Sundays

[@KirstenJoerg]

Yes, we really liked that too, you always had a feeling of a day off.

[@joannekempf3350]

I agree. And it really makes me sad when stores are open on holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas (US).

[@helenbailey8419]

I try not to shop on Sundays

[@dionnevoller2903]

@@helenbailey8419 - with COVID my hubby and I have been ‘shielding’ for nearly a year - I have been out of the house about 5 times since March 2020 and 3 of that was to the hospital and once to the dentist - it’s so depressing

[@linneahdalmus1978]

Me, too! I think shops should be closed on Sunday as well!

[@martieflagg4671]

Joerg has quite a sense of humor!

[@yasminesacristan5855]

I always take my shoes off when I get home but either have slippers on or socks but usually slippers

[@willow9526]

at home we also put off our shoes. But I put off also my socks, because I have too much heat 🤣 Its a question of hygienic, because we have carpet floor everywhere.

[@yasminesacristan5855]

@@willow9526 I also take my socks off even in Winter

[@willow9526]

@@yasminesacristan5855 welcome in the club 👍🤣

[@sandramuis7430]

I loved it when Kirsten got the giggles at the end of the video…..priceless! Two very happy people! 👍🥰

[@bridgetillingworth979]

We lived in Germany for twelve years and loved every minute of it and greeting everyone with a handshake was just part of the norm . If me and my husband won the lottery We would spend out the rest of our days in lovely Germany btw our two boys were born in Germany 🇩🇪 .Xx

[@dionnevoller2903]

Pre covid - shaking hands is mainly something you do when meeting someone new - I wouldn’t have done this to the colleagues I see on a daily basis - but when you first meet someone I would shake hands

[@kathleenboundey2411]

Love watching you both looking forward to your next on.X

[@M231J]

Haha I'm a German living in the UK and I can very much relate 😅 I love the UK, though, and am so grateful for my life here :)

[@alessia0064]

I hate self checkout, I always feel they are putting somebody out of a job so I will wait in line while other people use them, whomever thought them up should get a swift kick in the pants :)

[@harrypike5140]

Self-checkouts are generally pointless IMO lol. They always, in my experience, take longer than if I had just gone to the proper check-out! There's nearly always some sort of issue with scanning something, or the 'unexpected item in bagging area', and if you have alcohol, you then need to stand there and wait for someone to come over and confirm the purchase anyway.

[@zoepatch3780]

It's a mystery to me why postman in my area wear shorts all year round even the females. I live in England.

[@dionnevoller2903]

Having a friend who’s a postman - walking all day carrying nail can be a hot business - and lots of them wear shorts to keep cool - even in winter ❄️

[@Seabob65]

My husband is a postie and i think he's the only one who doesn't wear shorts!!!

[@barbarapatriciaharrison3853]

They wear then all year round in Cheshire too Zoe .

[@lynnandrews5313]

Going back to the 50s there were local deliveries of fizzy drinks (Corona was a popular brand) strange that we have a virus of the same name. Do others remember this brand? We would pay an extra amount when we purchased and then get the money back when the bottle was returned. I think this happened in shops too because if children found an empty bottle they could take it to a shop and get the money back. A great incentive to keep them from land fill.

[@KirstenJoerg]

Yes, I think it's still quite popular here but I could be wrong.

[@AndNowIWrite]

My friends and I used to walk around our little town and collect pop bottles, we'd trade them in for cash and buy ice cream and candy. Great memories!

[@jackylegge6039]

Ha ha I remember the milkman delivering Corona. We kids would search for the empty bottles of fizz bought at our local shop and make money for the Saturday morning pictures and some sweets. My cousins used to bunk in and spend all their money on icecream cornets. We were in. The cinema for hours as we always watched the films swice.

[@alisonlyons4691]

Yes it's a brilliant idea, it should deffinately be reintroduced....

[@louisaharley175]

The reason most English leave their engines running when waiting for someone is to make a quick dash from ticket inspectors! 😂

[@helenbailey8419]

😂😂😂I like it

[@jackylegge6039]

Rubbish

[@execbum1]

And to keep the heater on in cold weather. My parents used to do that, but I always turn my engine off and take a jumper.

[@kathleenzajkowski6612]

😂😂😂😂my husband (a large polish guy) inevitably rolls over and pins the blanket under his knee which only a very strong person could extract. I’ve been contemplating sewing two sheets together so I the problem would be solved. But you reminded this Swedish girl that each got their own duvet when growing up. So thank you for saving our 40 year marriage and the stolen duvet dilemma.

[@lynnebeattie4829]

Slippers and socks in winter! As long as my feet are warm I am fine! Love the bed scene. Ya'll are too cute!

[@nspr8cio]

So many things that I miss from living in Germany! One thing that may seem a little strange to some, but I loved, was seeing the windows open and duvets hanging over the sill to air out. Such a simple thing, but I thought it was charming.

[@juliesmith6168]

My father-in-law owned a filling station with an automated car wash, too many cars were damaged by them and so it was disspenced with!

[@helenbailey8419]

Between the north and south of Manchester,never mind England,there are cultural differences.Laughed at the end of your clip,like two naughty children not going to sleep.So sweet.

[@cosudu3002]

Oh the end when Kirsten was giggling - that made me laugh so much. Adorable!

[@andreahills74]

We’re also completely baffled why people wear shorts and flip flops in cold weather 🤷‍♀️😆

[@helenbailey8419]

There is a song by Noel Coward",Mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the noon day sun"just ad strange in the heat

[@KirstenJoerg]

Hahaha, what a mystery!

[@barbaragreer8979]

Especially young boys and men wear shorts in winter in Southern USA. I personally don’t understand this either 🥶

[@cindymarie2475]

My husband and I gave separate blankets and comforters. That way I do not wake up freezing! Lol It works out great!

[@KirstenJoerg]

Lol, of course our little 'demonstration' was just a joke, we really love one big duvet in winter but can totally get that it doesn't work for everyone.

[@cindymarie2475]

@@KirstenJoerg I forgot to mention that my husband is 6'9"! So I found myself always without covers lol. I love you both you both are always sweet. Enjoy your channel immensely ❤

[@AndNowIWrite]

My husband and I are Americans living in Portugal, which we love for many reasons, one being their commitment to recycling. We lived in Belgium in the early eighties and I dearly loved that all the shops were closed on Sundays and holidays too. I'm happy to hear Germany is the same......Shorts in the winter....My husband is one of those guys! He is just to hot in pants ( says his skin can't breathe) This may be due to being from the US midwest where we get below zero temps and lots of snow., so to him it's not really that cold. He walks the dogs in shorts, sandals, and a sleeveless shirt. I'm sure the neighbors question his attire! Love your video's! ❤

[@bobtom4533]

Such a fine discussion. Some of those ideas have moved to the states as defrosting windshield has been done for decades. Noise pollution is not fun. No shopping on Sunday was very common here until 1970's. I enjoyed that surprise when visiting Germany ten years ago. Quiet bicycling and walking to parks on that day:) was a joy!

[@lizroach3249]

I love your laugh, Kirsten. It is so infectious! Always makes me laugh too! Thank you so much. ❤

[@sjaelfre]

Jörg almost scared me with his German, stern parody but the self-checkout segment was hilarious.

[@dionnevoller2903]

All countries and cultures are very different aren’t they - have a wonderful weekend ❤️

[@KirstenJoerg]

They are and it's always good to learn! Have a lovely weekend too.

[@joysedgwick812]

I’m feeling more German than English!! I wear slippers in the house, wear warm shoes and don’t run my engine whilst waiting. The car washes on parking lots are quite a recent innovation here too.

[@kookiemonster9222]

I’m English living in south-west England & I will look out for all those little habits that you mention that I haven’t noticed. Mind you, I couldn’t live without my cosy slippers. You both so entertaining 😘

[@nicolapoolereeves7625]

Being a Brit living/working in Italy this made me laugh. It has taken us 6 years to work out so many differences in our cultures. Doctors, prescriptions, car insurance, eating pizza with pineapple on top !! Taking your morning coffee is an art for an Italian. I miss home and familiarity in the UK but am so blessed to live and work in this amazing country with such friendly people.

[@jillsmith6123]

I absolutely loved this video, a lot of things you say about Germany is how England was when I was a little girl. I remember when I made friends with the girl who had moved in a few doors down from us . Her mum was German I remember her hanging the duvets out the bedroom windows we didn’t have duvets in England at that time I was absolutely fascinated by it. Another brilliant video thank you

[@nancyechelberger6347]

I know when I moved to Germany to be with my husband who was stationed there, it was a total culture shock! It wasn't a bad thing just different. Our bed was two twin beds pushed together and there was a huge "feather bed" blanket. They were so big, I remember seeing them hanging out windows to air out. I had never seen that before, however I missed that cover after we came back to the states.Kirsten I love your laugh when you get tickled about something, makes me laugh too 😀

[@KirstenJoerg]

Oh Gosh feather beds, I hate them, never have, they are far too warm even in the middle of winter.

[@jordansnana5813]

Shorts and Flip-Flops in the Winter is semi-common here in New England, Massachusetts, USA. Usually worn by the younger generation I think to look "cool" 😎 I also wear slippers. Very warm fluffy ones. My floors get very cold and I love to be cozy. 😄

[@meredithheath5272]

Haaa!! Yup - I'm from MA., as well, and see that quite frequently here!

[@miachambers830]

As I sit here, (in MA as well) listening to them speak about being ‘barefoot’… I AM barefoot, but getting something to put on my feet, since I am noticing that my feet are cold..! LOL

[@dionnevoller2903]

The beer boxes we used to have in the 1930’s - 1960’s - worked the same way - and often some children would climb over the wall and collect some bottles and then take them back to the shop to get paid a second time 😱😱😱

[@antoniamangold7312]

When I was a kid in New York I used to collect all the used bottles from my neighbors and return them to the store for money which I used for horse back riding lessons. So I guess it’s not such a new concept. Thanks for that memory 😀

[@dianed2905]

Is that why the Aldi checkouts are so fast?! It’s a German thing?!! 😂

[@KirstenJoerg]

Yep, Aldi is German LOL.

[@elizabethanne8729]

And the quarter being held ransom until you return the cart. Like the plastic box and bottles!!🙌🏻

[@michelles2299]

My local Aldi always has slow queues I avoid it if I can 🙏

[@walnuttreehomestead3149]

Accually the Aldi policy is do not talk to the customer cause it slows the queues down

[@antoniamangold7312]

We live in New Jersey and just recovering from a blizzard. We stopped at our pharmacy and the gentleman in the car next to us got out of his car in shorts and flip flops. My husband and I had a good laugh. Also you guys had me laughing out loud today. Thanks so much. I really needed it today. I had a bad day today feeling isolated with this Covid thing. I miss seeing my family that live far away. It’s been over a year now and I’m really feeling sad. I know we are all going through this. Anyway thanks again. I also wanted to say that my dear sister in law ( my brothers wife) is German. When I first met her I thought she was very cold but as time went on I came to understand her and now I love her very much and we get along famously.

[@kimphilpin1062]

The car thing really makes me cross, some times if your trying to sleep and people park outside you home and they leave the car running. Grrrrr. See ya later.

[@willow9526]

I stand up and cry outside. It works. 😃

[@tonyatucciclark2195]

Omg that was so cute. You all brought back so many memories of my youth, things were different back then and I believe, better. I love learning about other cultures. My family owned a small Italian grocery store for almost 100 years. We had deposits on bottles in those days, many fond memories of the store. ❤️

[@KirstenJoerg]

Oh wow that's so interesting to hear about your family's grocery store - can imagine that you have fond memories of it.

[@TheFourfiftythree]

I think I like the German ways. I am old fashioned, I suppose.

[@KirstenJoerg]

Hahaha!

[@helenbailey8419]

Respectful I think.New Zealand is very similar

[@lizzynunez4906]

Here in the US we use 1 duvet per bed just like over the pond😁, also in the US the cars are turned on along with the heater during the winter time do the inside of the car is nice and warm when you are ready to drive off.....🥶❄️🚗🌡

[@shahilagh]

I too speak soft like you and listening to u doesn’t hurt me. I really like that you r peaceful.

[@healinggardens-terribowlby3129]

I enjoyed this! Here in Nova Scotia Canada, when you go to the grocery store, the cashier will probably strike up a conversation starting with a comment about the weather… And if you initiate it course they will respond. Canadians are usually very friendly. I enjoyed you too giggling at the end! Too cute!

[@gailcrone5669]

This was fun!! And informative! 😊

[@lanabrooks1554]

I am never without my slippers. I can't imagine nothing on the feet in the cold winter. Haha you guys are so funny pulling the quilt from each other! I don't like to use the self checkouts - I feel like it is taking away someone's job.

[@KirstenJoerg]

I think we would have a cold every week if we were walking around without any slippers and socks but at the end of the day, it's probably just what one is used to.

[@dionnevoller2903]

That’s exactly what I think -

[@meredithheath5272]

I agree - it is taking away someone's job.... Yup, here in MA., USA, many - mostly males, wear shorts and flip flops, or shoes without socks when it's cold.

[@chuiga2935]

@@KirstenJoerg Wool socks are the answer. Those keep our feet warm in winter in Finland. Tho, I don't think we have very cold floors usually, as we build the houses that can keep us warm during winter. My "culture shock" was when I traveled to Spain and, ofc because of the warm country, all floors are stone, which is very cold. Usually I pack my wool socks with me, extra warmth is always nice.

[@LotusLady9]

Thank you Kirsten & Joerg for another interesting discussion; always learn so much. How nice to offer guests slippers. I am guilty of liking my home cool even in the winter so I always have plenty of throws for my guests b/c of the temp of our home. BTW, have read some biographies about Queen Victoria liking her homes cold and guests always complained. Being the Queen she could have any temperature she liked! We also keep an extra large quilt on our bed b/c my husband is a real cover hog!🐷 Agree letting the car run unnecessarily is wasteful. Interesting differences .Have a great weekend.💟

[@ellenwong4972]

Thank you sooo very much for this video addressing "rude" service as being normal. During our travels to beautiful Germany, we've experienced outright rude and spiteful service in stores and especially in restaurants. This was a very eye opening video and I've learned alot. Thank you very much!. I miss your travels about the English countryside!

[@KirstenJoerg]

Aww thank you! We know, it's very different here in the UK, the British are definitely more open and friendlier in service, we really love that here and always get so angry in Germany lol. Yes, we really miss exploring the English countryside as well, bear with us, we hope we can do it again soon.

[@SusanFreeman]

I live in South Texas. People in my small city are very friendly. You would likely be overcome with all the Yes M’ams and Yes sirs. It is also not at all uncommon to hear folks say “Have a blessed day” as you are departing a shop. I have lived in various cities in the States, but folks in the South are extraordinarily outgoing and friendly. So, as you find differences between the UK and Germany, there are similar differences in the states. I so enjoy your videos ♥️

[@tammywhatley910]

It's like that in Georgia and Tennessee. It's a southern thing. I think we have some ways similar to Germany and England. Loved the video.

[@dionnevoller2903]

Shorts and flip flops (crazy people) often they are roofers or builders who never seem to feel the cold

[@heidipustelniak652]

When I was growing up, in the USA, 1950’s. The bottles had a deposit on them. As kids, we would collect bottles and cash them in for spending money.

[@KirstenJoerg]

We think it would be so incredibly important for the environment to introduce a deposit system everywhere. Sadly here in the UK many people just throw away their plastic and glass bottles into the countryside. They wouldn’t do it if there was a deposit on the bottles. It’s heartbreaking to witness.

[@linvin18]

I think 'see you later' is odd too. Remember a lot the things talked about here have changed due to covid. Love these two.

[@youareblessedyouareloved9278]

I love the recycling machine for bottles- awesome!

[@lindasmith6654]

Interesting...the very best though was the end when Kirsten got to laughing and just could not stop....ended with a good laugh for us all. Stay safe.

[@KirstenJoerg]

Hahah thank you, it happened when we started filming, I just couldn't stop laughing!

[@susandelongis885]

So fascinating and very entertaining! Your inserted clips were a great idea. Always sad when your wonderful videos come to an end, but I can’t imagine how much work it takes to make them so informative, friendly and fun! Thank you from the U.S.A.!

[@Lenalena87329]

Thank you for this video Kirsten and Joerg, I am really wanting to move to Germany. I am currently learning German. I used to work near Dusseldorf and I think Germany is a beautiful country with great people!

[@janellebasler3040]

A lot of what you mentioned on how things are done in Germany are like that here in Tennessee, USA. Handshakes are used all the time and I’ve had a hard time getting used to not being able to do that because of the virus. Now we do elbow bumps!😆Some states in the US have deposits on returns on beverage containers. Not here but we do have recycle centers where we take all kinds of things. Love your videos! You guys are so much fun! Thanks for the giggles!🤣

[@helenbtb]

The flip flops & shorts when it’s freezing out always surprises me too. When my feet are cold I cannot warm up so socks & slippers at home for me especially in winter. I don’t like shopping on a Sunday either. I prefer that to be a day to relax with family & friends. You both make us giggle - so sweet.

[@RosemarieSKikel]

As being a dual citizen of Germany and the US, I get a real kick out of these videos. I had to lol when you mentioned about a running car or using the car heat to defrost the windows....sparen is in the blood ... and I don't know if you talked about it in your last video but being punctual is too!

[@lisaalane7694]

My maiden name was Elmhorst, which is German. My mother's maiden name was Shirley which is English. How interesting to hear you compare and contrast the 2 countries.

[@jenniferlee7167]

Hello Friends--I wear slippers in my house--sometimes with socks and sometimes not. I cannot be bare foot in the winter---if my feet are cold--I cannot be warm. It was 42 degrees Fahrenheit today in Washington, DC and our postal lady was wearing shorts! Now in Germany, I remember in Munich that I was alone on a trip one time and I went to a lovely restaurant and sat at a table with other people and my feelings got hurt because NO ONE spoke to me, I felt very alone at a table full of other people who were German. I wanted to speak to them but did not wish to interrupt their conversations. I am half German and I was so sad about that. Your humor over the down duvets made me laugh out loud!! It is interesting how things can be so different when on e is not really that far from home.

[@KirstenJoerg]

Oh no your experience in Munich sounds terrible, I would have felt the same way, not nice at all.

[@dionnevoller2903]

The non use of cash has been since the Covid epidemic - most young people only use their cards or phones to pay - some older people prefer cash. I hate self service - I much prefer a cashier

[@sherryhudson9075]

Cash money is really filthy, especially during this Covid period, it is covered in germs. If they’re making us wear masks, I’m surprised they don’t make us use our own credit or debit cards

[@HelenBeeee]

I agree and not only that it takes jobs away from people and turns us the customer into an unpaid worker! If Im not in a hurry I will use a cashier and if there is a long line waiting I corral a few others waiting into getting more checkouts open. The self service is actually a time waster with regularity you can barely get through without needing human assistance anyway and the constant voice telling you to place item in the checkout area which is totally inadequate for all the purchases you have. Anyway theres my rant on self checkouts. heeheehee!

[@MsMesem]

Use cash or lose it.....thén govt contrôls all.

[@barbaradoman8988]

I remember when growing up in the Uk, we never said the word Hiya as a greeting, it was either Hello, to adults, or the child greeting, which was "Now" depending on where you lived. When Hi-ya became a word, I found it so weird to use! But like everything, as time goes on, you get use to it.

[@tarey05]

I'd prefer: "hi, you!"

[@Shh1985]

This was too cute! You guys are adorable!

[@ishouldbesleeping1354]

I love to go my local grocery store twice a week and if they are not friendly I don’t want to go back for my next trip and will go further to another store. I will wonder why they weren’t kind and courteous for hours! 🥺 We value “customer service” highly in the South part of the U.S., even more important than the business transaction! Hospitality is such a vital part of Social behavior and community health here. My friendliness may be the only social interaction someone has, so it’s how we love our neighbors as ourselves here.

[@peggymousacraftingideas7911]

Oh you make me laugh!!! We don't all walk around bare foot!! Most of us wear slippers lol

[@KirstenJoerg]

Of course it's completely stereotypical, not all people do it of course but many do as we have experienced.

[@pa3ciac]

In Croatia is mix of UK & Germany. Supermarkets and shopping malls are open on Sunday. You can choose your doctor. You can't buy aspirin anywhere, only in farmacies that don't work on Saturday afternoon and Sunday. There is always one which work during weekend. We use large bed duvets. We can bring bottles and plastic bottles in stores and get 8 cent per bottle. Car wash is mostly separated from gas station. During winter we never wear summer clothes and our car engine don't work if we wait even short amount of time.

[@yasminesacristan5855]

At work we do Secret Santa for Xmas and have a party where everyone brings in food. It’s nice because we have a very eclectic group of coworkers

[@Rooshii]

Hehe, I always wanted to go barefoot at home when I was little, but my dad would say "silliness leads to trouble, especially with no shoes on!" ;) Thanks for another great video Kirsten and Joerg!

[@rosa-f4865]

I remember the shops being closed on Sundays and half day closing Tuesdays I don't approve of Sunday opening anyway and shaking hands is normal here too . I never go bare foot always have my slippers on . So funny with your laughing at the end xx

[@clairetasker9181]

what a couple of little stars you two are, you brighten me up every time i watch you xx

[@graceandrade531]

It’s feel good when you guys post a new video... so I know you’re ok, I’m happy with that!

[@lindasteinhauer1951]

We may be from different cultures but we all laugh and giggle in the same language and that's what you do for me. What a fun way to end your video, made me laugh out loud and I'm here just with my dogs right now. Thank you again, Kirsten and Joerg. I started following you a couple of months ago and am working my way thru all your videos. So heartwarming!

[@delenedaniels2917]

In northern Canada we do leave our cars running for a time because our temperatures are so low. It is -28C this morning.

[@alisonmartin5842]

Can’t imagine a temperature like that.

[@janetlynne3508]

Oh my goodness! You two are seriously adorable!! 😂 thank you for a Saturday afternoon giggle, and an enjoyable understanding of what makes all of us so unique 🥰

[@alancox236]

We all wear slippers in our household. I would hate to not have something warm on my feet.

[@CathyS_Bx]

New Yorker here. My father's mother, though from Bohemia, was culturally German and maybe this explains why he would go NUTS if I went barefoot at home as a child. As a result, I am always shod, or at least socked! As for recycling: Here we also are charged a deposit for plastic bottles and aluminum cans, and our supermarkets have those nifty machines. The problem is, people who are homeless or down on their luck collect these things and they arrive at the machines with a hundred cans/bottles or more. This makes for a frustrating wait when you only have a handful of things to recycle. They also, I hate to say it, spread germs so most of us avoid these machines. Good bye, deposit--but we do have curbside recycling so we take advantage of that, at least. It is awesome to realize that a huge city like New York recycles.

[@at_brunch3836]

In Canada, we have everything as options; store hours, 0C is BBQ weather, etc. much more relaxed and all stores carry brand name pharmaceuticals for pain. The government doesn't seem to run the show here, leaving it to the person to make good decisions. It's a large country, so options have to be available for all 'shifts' of work and all types of vehicles. It was interesting to hear your views. I know German ppl who came to Canada and find it 'like' as if it was a 'wild frontier' here. We have kept up with all the earth trends though. The land of the brave we are ~

[@kathywilliams1050]

As a tourist in Germany, I lost my sunglasses, so I bought some clip-ons for my glasses. The shop clerk prevailed upon me to have the clip-on lenses cut to fit my glasses--it was the good, precise thing to do. Trouble was, it would normally take half a day and my tour coach was leaving within the hour. So the Germans did a rush in 15 minutes so that I, a stranger, and for no extra money at all, got a proper fit. They were not particularly jovial nor extra-friendly; they just like things done right. I respect that.

[@clairenoon4070]

My neighbours must think I'm having some kind of breakdown here, I'm laughing so loudly over the 'bedroom scene'! Regarding wearing inappropriate clothes for the weather, I admit that's baffling, and probably due to a few things. Partly people trying to look macho. But also, we do have a strange relationship with the weather - it's often bad, but rarely bad enough to take really seriously, if that makes sense? So even at 0 degrees, we act as though it's more like 10 degrees. I'm 52 and still never really feel 'prepared' for winter; only in the past few days have I come to terms with the fact it is winter! I do this every year. Thanks for the great vid again.

[@KirstenJoerg]

Lol, it's good laugh!! Yes, I think you're so right about the strange relationship with the weather here, it's always a topic.

[@DoloresJRush]

@@KirstenJoerg This poem came by email: WINTER Poem Author Unknown. It's winter in Kansas And the gentle breezes blow Seventy miles an hour At thirty-five below. Oh, how I love Kansas The snow's up to your butt You take a breath of winter And your nose gets frozen shut. Yes, the weather here is wonderful So I guess I'll hang around I could never leave Kansas I'm frozen to the ground!

[@Iris-qd9cs]

So funny Claire, as a German I starting every year in October to prepare my winter clothes, clean my coats, boots etc. German and organization........

[@clairenoon4070]

@@Iris-qd9cs Lol! Yes, German organisation! I think because it's entirely possible in much of the UK (except perhaps Scotland) to go through a winter in which it never gets very cold, we start to think it will always be so. And then we get caught out - a few nights ago in parts of Scotland it was -23C, and even where I live (North West England) it was -8C. I'm never ready for that because I assume winter will be about +6C always. I never learn!

[@ajwellsshares]

Romantic couple!!! Love is still alive in you two. Blessed.

[@bettinayoungs5876]

Very interesting to hear first hand some of the differences you've experienced between the UK and Germany. By the way, I'm watching from my home in Connecticut, and my feet are bare! 😄😄

[@KirstenJoerg]

Hahah that made me laugh!!

[@lyndakling901]

Bettina Youngs I’m in socks..not sure where Lab puppy has put all of my slippers!

[@mauricebederon869]

The opening times of the shops are changed since years. Lidl and Aldi are open from 7:00 or 8:00 am to 9:00 pm. At REWE supermarkets, some shops are even open until 10 pm or 12 pm. On sundays there are shops open in different cities for a few days of the year. There are garden centers and other specialty shops that are also open on sundays.

[@andreapretlow2897]

Ha ha! When someone says " See you later" just say "Not if I see you first!" In the U.S. there are differences regionally, even within one State.

[@helenbailey8419]

I remember that response in New Zealand

[@tomhawkins4861]

I say it all the time 😂

[@dianneknieriem1551]

I loved Joerg's comments about the cars. I will be very careful not to scratch a car. LOL

[@sandrarandle6221]

Thank you for your comments. I agree that we have an awful lot of litter spoiling our towns and countryside. The shorts and flip flops I can't get my head around , it's obviously a youth thing. I agree with Kirsten, keeping your feet warm and dry helps with overall warmth . When we first visited Australia in 1995. Everyone said " catch you later " over the years the unfortunate comment had immigrated into the UK. You two make me smile as I agree with your comments and observations. Looking forward to the the next instalment regards Sandra x

[@selina2687]

And at work in the UK, every 2 hours I got asked if I want a cup of tea, I loved it, and then I asked them if they want one and had to remember how everybody drinks theirs teas, with sugar, no sugar, a lot milk, tiny bit milk... Was quiet funny.. 😁

[@evaholmvik7038]

That was a good ending of my work day, in your company😁 Thank you for the entertainment 🤗

[@karenk380]

So interesting and fun. For the record, I am wearing thermal socks and fleece lined slippers today. We have a high temp of -15C today in northern Minnesota. Brrr. But in the summer I do go barefoot 😁. Take care.

[@marleyburkhardt3714]

Same here in Kentucky.

[@cajsheen2594]

I was giggling along with you at the end! Infectious laughter! See you later! XXX

[@yasminesacristan5855]

I only bundle up clothing if it his freezing in New York or I have to be outside for a long time. Otherwise just a sweater or lite jacket

[@cindyhalpern3187]

This is very interesting to compare the two cultures.

[@dionnevoller2903]

We have a super super king size for our bed (summer & winter) as it’s got to be enough for us both

[@ajwellsshares]

This channel brings joy!

[@suebrown3465]

I noticed when I moved to another province in Canada more people wearing flip flops and shorts in the winter. There’s a university 5 min. away so it was mainly students. Then I work in a store that sells lumber and asked a customer in winter “Aren’t you cold in shorts” . He said he’s always hot and is working indoors renovating and just popped out to get more lumber. So maybe you're seeing a lot of hot people ! Lol!

[@KirstenJoerg]

Lol probably!

[@clove4240]

Fun! The opening hours in Germany reminded me of growing up in the late 80s early 90s in a very small village in East Yorkshire, my how things have changed these days. Oh my gosh I live in San Diego CA and most thing are open every day some 24 hours, so strange. Have a great weekend!

[@bethd9160]

So interesting. Both of you would fit in anywhere; people everywhere are the same, we are all accustomed to our environments.

[@Mersthamgal1]

Very funny. Loved the laughing under the quilt 😄😄😄😄

[@dianewetherill185]

This was very interesting to me being an American of Swedish, English, and German descent! I prefer a real person at checkout because I get nervous with self check and end up have to get help from the person who monitors mistakes! Perhaps the barefoot thing has its roots in the Hobbit lifestyle!❤️

[@kpee2496]

"See ya later." in Mid-west US, is just a way of avoiding saying, "good bye", which feels a bit abrupt/final.