parrothead74 Posted July 23, 2012 #1 Share Posted July 23, 2012 I love when I hear someone say,"Well, I'm from_______ and you would never see _______ there". Insert wherever you want in the first line and whatever bugs them in the second. Man, live and let live. Here's a little secret, everyone thinks where they are from and how they grew up is the right way, best way, etc. What I can't wrap my head around is the need to share your dissatisfaction with the unfortunate souls who wandered in earshot. You aren't in Kansas anymore Toto, when you are born you are given a ticket to the freakshow... why not enjoy today's performance with a smile? Unless someone is actually violating your safety, personal space, or directly engaging you in a confrontational or distasteful manner who gives a crap? We are all on vacation together and if you don't like the general public I suggest a more upscale vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Silent Penguin Posted July 23, 2012 #2 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Just curious, what provoked this post? Another thread or what? If it's another thread, point me in that direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parrothead74 Posted July 23, 2012 Author #3 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Just curious, what provoked this post? Another thread or what? If it's another thread, point me in that direction. A combination of personal experiences on board and the "Avoid Carnival & Miami" thread. I marvel at people dropping where they are from assuming that we are all supposed to know what that means? I just think folks have to get over themselves and stop judging. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Silent Penguin Posted July 23, 2012 #4 Share Posted July 23, 2012 A combination of personal experiences on board and the "Avoid Carnival & Miami" thread. I marvel at people dropping where they are from assuming that we are all supposed to know what that means? I just think folks have to get over themselves and stop judging. Thanks for the speedy answer. That thread I did read but not in the past couple days. I just want to say, I'm from Philly, and where I come from we don't judge people! Just kidding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrianypr Posted July 23, 2012 #5 Share Posted July 23, 2012 A combination of personal experiences on board and the "Avoid Carnival & Miami" thread. I marvel at people dropping where they are from assuming that we are all supposed to know what that means? I just think folks have to get over themselves and stop judging. Like Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirkgun Posted July 23, 2012 #6 Share Posted July 23, 2012 A combination of personal experiences on board and the "Avoid Carnival & Miami" thread. I marvel at people dropping where they are from assuming that we are all supposed to know what that means? I just think folks have to get over themselves and stop judging. I absolutely agree. I am from somewhere and you would never catch me doing that.....LOL. People are funny animals especially the ones who think they need to tell everyone else how to act and respond to things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Banditswife Posted July 23, 2012 #7 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Well I am from Kansas & my name's not Toto. Ha, :p I guess I missed a good thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parrothead74 Posted July 23, 2012 Author #8 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Thanks for the speedy answer. That thread I did read but not in the past couple days. I just want to say, I'm from Philly, and where I come from we don't judge people! Just kidding. I live on Long Island & I would never judge a guy from Philly, unless he is wearing an Eagles jersey, even then I realize he doesn't know any better... :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S.S.Oceanlover Posted July 23, 2012 #9 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Thanks for the speedy answer. That thread I did read but not in the past couple days. I just want to say, I'm from Philly, and where I come from we don't judge people! Just kidding. rofl! You are right , we would never do that.:p Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirkgun Posted July 23, 2012 #10 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Well I am from Kansas & my name's not Toto. Ha, :p I guess I missed a good thread. Lucky for you it is still on the front page.......:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trptplayer22 Posted July 23, 2012 #11 Share Posted July 23, 2012 I love when I hear someone say,"Well, I'm from_______ and you would never see _______ there". Insert wherever you want in the first line and whatever bugs them in the second. Man, live and let live. Here's a little secret, everyone thinks where they are from and how they grew up is the right way, best way, etc. What I can't wrap my head around is the need to share your dissatisfaction with the unfortunate souls who wandered in earshot. You aren't in Kansas anymore Toto, when you are born you are given a ticket to the freakshow... why not enjoy today's performance with a smile? Unless someone is actually violating your safety, personal space, or directly engaging you in a confrontational or distasteful manner who gives a crap? We are all on vacation together and if you don't like the general public I suggest a more upscale vacation. I like you and love your post. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fergusonvt Posted July 23, 2012 #12 Share Posted July 23, 2012 "Like". Yes lots of judgy intolerant people everywhere not just on cruise ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parrothead74 Posted July 23, 2012 Author #13 Share Posted July 23, 2012 I like you and love your post. Thank you! Well thanks Bob & Mary (not sure who wrote the post). The funny thing is I actually enjoy watching this behavior, it's that ticket to the freakshow I guess. The best is especially when they reference their 1 horse town 3 hours drive from some minor somewhere & expect you to know where that is & how it bears on the conversation. Some of the worst offenders are ex NYers. Every time I hear,"Well I am from Brooklyn, so..." my skin crawls. What does that mean? You are a mobster or a badass street thug? You are wearing bermuda shorts and crocs, plus you are like 70... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaTene Posted July 23, 2012 #14 Share Posted July 23, 2012 I am from OHIO and LORD knows I having no right to judge anyone!!!!!! LOL! Where I come from we pretty much dont give a flying "you know what" about your social status or anything else for that matter! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkey30 Posted July 23, 2012 #15 Share Posted July 23, 2012 I live on Long Island & I would never judge a guy from Philly, unless he is wearing an Eagles jersey, even then I realize he doesn't know any better... :) .... or a Phillies shirt... just as bad!!! lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlaGrl4Evr Posted July 23, 2012 #16 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Well I'm from Indiana and they sure don't know how to make grits here. Which is strange because this is the land of Corn. :confused: . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachbum53 Posted July 23, 2012 #17 Share Posted July 23, 2012 I live on Long Island & I would never judge a guy from Philly, unless he is wearing an Eagles jersey, even then I realize he doesn't know any better... :) And for the benefit of my son (in case he's reading this), no one will think poorly of you unless you're wearing a 49er's jersey.:eek::D Now, let's all sing along, "I don't to work, I just wanna bang on this drum all day..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzloolue Posted July 23, 2012 #18 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Well I'm from Indiana and they sure don't know how to make grits here. Which is strange because this is the land of Corn. :confused: . Hunh, It's not like it's difficult to cook them. Just kind of read the back of the bag and go for it. Maybe it's the water? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
live.love.cruise Posted July 23, 2012 #19 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Well thanks Bob & Mary (not sure who wrote the post). The funny thing is I actually enjoy watching this behavior, it's that ticket to the freakshow I guess. The best is especially when they reference their 1 horse town 3 hours drive from some minor somewhere & expect you to know where that is & how it bears on the conversation. Some of the worst offenders are ex NYers. Every time I hear,"Well I am from Brooklyn, so..." my skin crawls. What does that mean? You are a mobster or a badass street thug? You are wearing bermuda shorts and crocs, plus you are like 70...[/quote] lol! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowball Posted July 23, 2012 #20 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Thanks for the speedy answer. That thread I did read but not in the past couple days. I just want to say, I'm from Philly, and where I come from we don't judge people! Just kidding. Ha! I judge everyone - I just don't tell them about it! :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DebBrown Posted July 23, 2012 #21 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Thanks for the speedy answer. That thread I did read but not in the past couple days. I just want to say, I'm from Philly, and where I come from we don't judge people! Just kidding.Isn't that an oxymoron??? ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaTene Posted July 23, 2012 #22 Share Posted July 23, 2012 HEY...Is Deb calling me a moron??? LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowball Posted July 23, 2012 #23 Share Posted July 23, 2012 HEY...Is Deb calling me a moron???LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I would never call someone that!!!! (never out loud, that is) :p:p:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlaGrl4Evr Posted July 23, 2012 #24 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Hunh, It's not like it's difficult to cook them.Just kind of read the back of the bag and go for it. Maybe it's the water? Uuuuggghh, I can pretty much figure out how to make them ;) I should have added in my post that they are not available on very many restaurant breakfast menus in this area. Unless, I want to go to the Cracker Barrel, down by the interstate, and wait 90 min in line for a bowl of grits. Funny thing is, that I could get a great bowl of grits on both of my cruises and I'm willing to bet that the cooks aren't even from the south. In fact, folks up here don't even know what fried green tomatoes are. It's all a Southern thing. I'm a transplant from the South and do miss some of my favorites. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vital1 Posted July 23, 2012 #25 Share Posted July 23, 2012 Try living in Mississippi. Hahahaha!!!!!:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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