Calling All Language Geeks

I just want to give a shout out to an awesome blog I've recently discovered - Separated By A Common Language. I have a few British friends, so it's kind of fun to look at all the differences between British English and American English.

For example, while I might say "I feel like crap today," they would probably say "I feel crap today," or so on. Apparently, we Americans love "like," and not just in the My So-Called Life kinda way (eg "Why are you like this? Like how you are!" - Angela Chase)

Why is this locker, like, so cold and uncomfortable?

There's also an interesting post on sarcasm and irony. The British are more likely to use sarcasm in a gentle way - as a kind of teasing, or "taking the piss" out of something (a phrase that would be looked at with raised eyebrows here in the states. I only know it from hearing it from friends and while watching British comedies.) Sarcasm, here, is more likely to be regarded as a bit hostile.

If you are planning on traveling to England, or living there for a time (for school, etc.) then you might find this blog to be very informative and fun.