Hmm… where to start? Well, how about we jump right in? What’s our topic? Race/Ethnicity
I could add some of the other discriminatory factors that people use and come up with some fictitious scenarios, but why when I have real life examples.
As most know, I’m frequently asked “What are you?” I look like everyone and no one at all, so people are inclined to ask questions. I’m comfortable with it and it’s not going to end… it’s “par for the course” as they say. Anyway, it’s the “Does that offend you?” question that I’m re-examining now.
Curiosity Killed the Cat
Caucasian: Wow, you have really curly hair.
Me: *Not really sure what to say to that… maybe if I just smile as if to say thank you*
Caucasian: Is it a perm?
Me: No, it’s naturally curly. Continue reading
