Why do Americans like the Scots so much???

[nemesis6969]

I have been to Scotland and fell in love with the country and the people. I would love to live there someday. I am an American with ancestors in Scotland and Ireland. I would love to meet a nice Scotsman to have a relationship with but it is hard to do from here. I live in Florida and all the men here are rednecks. I can't stand rednecks. For those who do not know, a redneck is a guy who wears camouflage all year round, fight their dogs, hunts, fish, and lives in a trailer and has no goals. That's why I'm still single after being divorced for 4 yrs. I have no urge to date. I'm am southern but far from a redneck. I do miss Scotland. I had such fun. I am planning to go back someday hopefully sooner than later. I think Americans like the Scots because they are truly great laid back people who like to have fun. I also want to add...TOO RIGHT Grievsey!!!! Very well said!!! I hope everyone has a wonderful day!!!

[JCfromGA]

Nemesis.. you're right. They are very nice there... and once you make contact... you have a free place to crash... or exchange should they decide to visit you too!

[Grievsey]

Well it is certainly nice to know that our reputation is intact across the water. On the flipside of that I have always found Americans to be very open and transparent about how they feel and how they express themselves. Itis a rae quality in such a cynical world.

And of course the Scots are terrible flirts..its all part of the rich tapestry of life.

[Georgia_Peach]

Originally Posted by Grievsey

However, uncompromising men are easy to admire and inspire a spirit that has crossed generations, which has in turn spawned certain myths and tales of their derring-do.

I would whole-heartedly agree. Men (or women) who don't compromise their ideals, morals, character, etc., are very easy to admire.

Originally Posted by Grievsey

Sir Sean Connery, who I think alone has definately added to the alure of the Scots male.

I'm a 34 year old woman. By no means do I suffer from a "father complex," and as a general rule am NOT attracted to older gentlemen. That being said, Sean Connery is very sexy. I would be hard-pressed to turn him down.

Originally Posted by Grievsey

...their ability to triumph through distinct adversity. This shows true character and a resilience that is very attractive to the fairer sex and much admired by those of the same sex. Of course, Braveheart, James Bond and Rob Roy have done wonders for the sex lives of many a travelling Scotsmen and more power to them.

There isn't a doubt in my mind that the aforementioned men have paved the road to ridiculously easy sex for Scotsmen.

Originally Posted by Grievsey

Very few are comfortable in their own skin yet the Scots have this innate ability to be at peace in any part of the world or social situation. I think...for what its worth, that is very attractive to alot of people.

Far more than the sex issue, I think you're spot on. Confidence and being comfortable in one's own skin is extremely attractive to the opposite sex. Regardless of what part of the world one lives in, it's simply one of those universally attractive traits.

[anglo-scot]

Originally Posted by Grievsey

Well it is certainly nice to know that our reputation is intact across the water. On the flipside of that I have always found Americans to be very open and transparent about how they feel and how they express themselves. Itis a rae quality in such a cynical world.

And of course the Scots are terrible flirts..its all part of the rich tapestry of life.

Couldn't agree more with you mate. I feel somewhat flattered when reading some of these things

[Robt.Brns]

Originally Posted by nemesis6969

I have been to Scotland and fell in love with the country and the people. I would love to live there someday. I am an American with ancestors in Scotland and Ireland. I would love to meet a nice Scotsman to have a relationship with but it is hard to do from here. I live in Florida and all the men here are rednecks. I can't stand rednecks. For those who do not know, a redneck is a guy who wears camouflage all year round, fight their dogs, hunts, fish, and lives in a trailer and has no goals. That's why I'm still single after being divorced for 4 yrs. I have no urge to date. I'm am southern but far from a redneck. I do miss Scotland. I had such fun. I am planning to go back someday hopefully sooner than later. I think Americans like the Scots because they are truly great laid back people who like to have fun. I also want to add...TOO RIGHT Grievsey!!!! Very well said!!! I hope everyone has a wonderful day!!!

I am on a parallel track. It is hard, but it's worth pursuing. Go gal and how! Hey, when ******* Oil's slick wreaks havoc in FL maybe you'll head to California here and we can start a project to make this easier for everyone.

[bettyshred]

Originally Posted by Dee63

In typical American fashion, I will answer "I dunno". It has puzzled me for some time. Do I have Scot ancestry? Yes, but I actually have more French and Native American than Scot. Is it the books? The romance novels that have idealized Scotsmen? I think so. Every Scot I have met, they've been rather nice, but short and usually fishermen. (Of course I live in Alaska - so it's either fish or trees) Are there tall handsome Scotsmen? Again, a rather American "I dunno" will interject here. I personally have never met any.... so.... "I dunno" LOL

It isn't necessarily the romance novels...they make all men seem fantastic. I love the accent. Silly maybe, but it just sounds like music when I hear it. When I think about some of the things people look for in a partner, a melodic accent might not be that crazy. Plus, the Scotsmen I have met in NYC are so much fun--that kind of lust for life that New Yorkers have decided they are too cool to demonstrate anymore. The reasons would depend on the individual and their experiences. One of my closest friends is from Edinburgh, so he may have just done a good job of convincing me that Scotsmen are he best. Anyway, that's why I like them. Oh...and I get a kick out of being called lass!