Reply #192: American culture seems to be one of isolation [View All]

[lebkuchen]

whereas in Europe, with the dense populations and tight social structures, people are more a part of their society. Last weekend was sunny, everyone was out, either walking, biking, roller blading, pushing baby carriages, greetings neighbors from villages a few km away...there is little opportunity for isolation when nearly everyone is outdoors, taking advantage of the sun's rays, and enjoying the beauty and safety of the area.

In the US it's rare to see children out playing, let alone adults pushing baby carriages just to go for walks rather than headed on an errand. Stateside, R & R is an indoor "sport" generally appreciated in front of the tube or computer screen.