I'm posting this as a new blog so that this actually gets seen. I had some response from people about this post: http://ispeakmusik.blogspot.com/2012/05/is-this-real.html While the people who read it decided to comment not directly to me, but to someone else, I am responding here.
I think it's important to point out that I am in no way racist, but I don't believe in being politically correct either. I think that political correctness teaches us to stifle our curiosity of things that are different from us, therefore we ask less questions and remain ignorant of the things that make people of other cultures and upbringings unique and pride-worthy. If I hadn't pointed out all the diversity in that moment, then how could anyone fully understand the entire situation and how, to me, the moment belongs on a sit-com? TV networks try and fit in every minority they possibly can in each and every episode so as not to come off as prejudiced. If you think it's wrong of me to point it out, then I have to disagree with you. I'm not offended by things that are different from me. I enjoy diversity and culture, and simply wanted to share a funny moment in my life.
I will not be removing my post as it is the reality of my life. I'm not going to apologize because there is nothing to apologize for. I will always speak bluntly because I am not ashamed of my family and how things are.
If anyone would like to discuss this further, you are welcome to comment or send me a message.
Wow! I have no idea what set this response off but I totally agree with you. Chelsea, I love that you can find the humor in life. And for anyone who thinks you might be "racist" or that you made comments that offended them...I find humorous. Really? I love ready your posts and finding out what life is like for you, day in and day out, especially being so far away. You shouldn't have to "edit" or "filter" your posts. Just be you! It's who we love and its why we read your blog. I think that you are one of the most accepting and loving people I know.
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