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MeTa post:
Another open letter.
I love you all, but some of the things you say leave me disappointed, angry, and frustrated. The hugs help and it's good that we're talking about it. I'm feeling better now, aren't you?
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 7:39 AM on July 4, 2008
MeTa post:
Taste the rainbow!
Check to see that the date and time are correct on your computer.
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 9:07 AM on April 1, 2008
Especially the date.
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 9:08 AM on April 1, 2008
MeTa post:
I live MeFi in dreams
I had a dream that I was in line with Robert Caldwell, a kid I knew in school, and he was giving my son a hard time. I whacked Robert Caldwell in the hip with a shovel I just happened to be carrying. We were then able to complete our Scholastic Book purchase unmolested. I didn't need AskMeFi to figure my way out of that one!
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 9:33 AM on March 31, 2008
I dreamed you all lived downstairs.
posted by jessamyn at 11:48 AM
That would be a nightmare!
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 9:57 AM on March 31, 2008
MeTa post:
korean doctors = robbers?
I think some people around here are too quick to assume the worst about the poster of a poorly worded question.
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 7:17 PM on March 29, 2008
MeTa post:
SXSW Austin meetup?
I think Sunday March 9th in the afternoon would be great. Noon?
Brainstorming here: There are several mexican restaurants on South Lamar, but not within walking distance of downtown. The Cedar Door is a possibility, it's at 2nd and Brazos 1 block east of Congress. The Dog and Duck Pub at Guadalupe and 17th is quite a jaunt if you're ambitious enough to hoof it, but maybe that would get us away from some of the crowds. Both of these have food and an outdoor patio if... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 6:38 PM on February 21, 2008
Scholz Garten at 17th and San Jacinto is another cool option.
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 7:41 PM on February 21, 2008
I just spent a few hours downtown looking at different places for the Austin/SXSW meetup, and The Cedar Door seems like the best to me. I have reserved the biergarten area for Sunday March 9th, from 12 noon until 2:30 pm. I told them I expected about 20 people.
The Cedar Door has a pretty good menu, lots of different kinds of beers, and a full bar. It's well located at 2nd and Brazos about halfway between the convention center and Congress Ave. If the weather is... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 2:49 PM on February 24, 2008
The meetup was a success. Thanks to everyone who showed up!
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 12:30 PM on March 9, 2008
MeTa post:
why are racist questions allowed on netatalk
If someone would like to give me some constructive criticism why my question is racist, inflammatory, or insensitive, I would be genuinely appreciative. How was it insulting? How does it say anything bad about other people? How could I have worded it better? Point it out to me please, don't just respond with "If you don't know by now..." I in no way meant to troll and I don't see any racism in asking. As I say in my profile, I have been lurking around... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 4:30 PM on February 25, 2008
1. I don't recall ever hearing the "black people are afraid of dogs" stereotype, I noticed it on my own.
2. I hate it when a dog tries to lick me on the leg, much less the face.
3. I think Matilda does have some pit bull DNA, we got her as a 7 week old pup at a shelter and never saw her parents, so I'm not sure how much.
4. My nephew Jarod, who is black, says he also has noticed that black people are more... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 6:36 PM on February 25, 2008
oh, and
7. We had a chow dog put to sleep the first time he jumped the fence, chased a jogger, and nipped at his heels. I wouldn't own a dog that was a threat to people. We take Matilda to the hike and bike trail, all over the neighborhood, parks, PetsMart, and even Home Depot. She loves it.
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 6:54 PM on February 25, 2008
I can see where I defended myself, answered peoples questions, and supplied more info as people requested, but I don't see where I went on and on defending the dog DarlingBri. What did I say that makes you think I don't know people are answering the questions I had? Who said anything about people criticising my dog, my parenting or ownership of said dog, or anything about the dog besides you?
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 7:25 PM on February 25, 2008
BillyFleetwood, I would like for you to explain a bit more thoroughly and clearly what you are thinking. It seems to me that almost any question and almost every answer on AskMe is going to be contaminated with people's assumptions and biases. Perhaps we are all just trying extremely hard not to be offensive and we are treading extra cautiously? Thanks for your input.
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 7:38 PM on February 25, 2008
Delmoi, the way you rephrased my question was an improvement, I'll give you that. But you destroyed your credibility for "avoiding improper interpretations" with "There is a big Difference between Texas and the rest of the country when it comes to race relations, in my experience" Saying "[NOT TEXASIST]" doesn't save you. Don't tell me: Some of your best friends are from Texas? How does it sound to say "There is a big Difference between African Americans... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 5:00 AM on February 26, 2008
Delmoi:
It did feel to me like you were insinuating that Texas is a place where race relations are worse than anywhere else in the country, I'm not sure how your comment could be interpreted any other way. I'm genuinely curious, are there enough non-whites in Iowa for different races to even have much in the way of relations? As far as I know, the most infamous race riots that have occurred in the US have all been in other parts of the country.... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 11:17 AM on February 26, 2008
Kittens for Breakfast, some things you seem to have missed:
1. Prejudice - "unreasonable feelings, opinions, or attitudes, esp. of a hostile nature, regarding a racial, religious, or national group." The point is that it is wrong to insinuate that an entire group of people share an unsavory characteristic because some in the group do. So, the examples I gave DID address what he said and showed that the comment does not have merit. It is obvious to the... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 12:06 PM on February 26, 2008
Delmoi: Thanks for your input on the black vs. African American terminology question. In my formative years (not THAT long ago) black was the preferred and self described term to use. Think Black is Beautiful and the Black Panthers. I'm not sure why it has happened, but the previously acceptable terms Negro and Colored are now frowned upon. Notice the NAACP and the United Negro college fund.
I doubt if Texas and the South is ALWAYS worse than some parts of the North,... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 1:55 PM on February 26, 2008
It is plainly obvious what is wrong with being racist. It is not at all obvious what is wrong with some people being afraid of dogs. I haven't seen where anyone anywhere was criticized by me or anyone else for being afraid of dogs. Is it necessary to point out that it's not a deficiency of character, culture, or ethnicity to be afraid of dogs? Dogs make some people nervous. So what? It's insulting or racist to notice that some people may be afraid of dogs? There can be good reasons to... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 3:24 PM on February 26, 2008
Schmeggee: The point is, I fail to see the fairness in accusing all members of a certain group of racism. How is that any less prejudiced than being racist? Individuals can be and sometimes racist and prejudiced. They SHOULD be called out and criticized. Painting all members of a group with a racist brush is unfair and inaccurate. Some Texans are racist. Not ALL Texans are racist. I am not responsible the faults, shortcomings, and sins of others regardless of the geographical proximity... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 3:51 PM on February 26, 2008
For those who haven't read all of the posts and comments, here is the Condensed Version:
Q: Some Black teenagers were frightened of my dog. Has anyone else besides me noticed that some Black people are more likely to be afraid of dogs? What's the deal?
A: I don't think this has any basis in fact.
A: News to me.
A: Yes, but I think it is more for socioeconomic reasons than ethnic reasons.
A: Sure I've noticed it and it makes... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 4:43 PM on February 26, 2008
Breezeway, it's not because your comments are incontrovertible and your arguments unassailable that I haven't responded to any of your comments, it's because they all read like incomprehensible Babelfish mistranslations.
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 4:59 PM on February 26, 2008
Shmegeggee: Your arguments can't even agree with each other. So you say "Texas is racist" but is "suffering under no prejudice"? Try replacing "Texan" with "Korean" or "Italian" or "female" or "gay" in everything you have said and all of it sounds as bigoted as everything you say is unacceptable. So the 45% of Texans who are non-white will have to "deal with people telling" us "that Texas is racist until... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 7:17 PM on February 26, 2008
Klangklangston: retarded people don't appreciate insulting epithets either.
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 7:19 PM on February 26, 2008
Klangklangston: Check the original callout to get yourself back on track. Not only is it ironic that a callout falsely accusing someone of racism turned into making unsavory generalizations about an entire group of people, it is also ironic that someone has now insulted an entirely different group of people by using their disability as an epithet against someone you disagree with. I hope you can see how insensitive "so-and-so is retarded" would sound to a person who truly is retarded... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 7:52 PM on February 26, 2008
Once again, what I have repeatedly been trying to point out is that is that insulting generalizations about an entire group of people is at the core of what makes racism so reprehensible. Looking back at my own comments, I think I have done a good job of trying to remain coherent, levelheaded, and logical. I have tried to avoid unhelpful ad hominem attacks. Please don't confuse my tenacity with anger. I am beginning to think that most of us are pretty much saying the same things to each... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 8:11 PM on February 26, 2008
To : klangklangston
Date : Feb 26, 2008 11:37 PM
Subject : Posts that pass in the ether
Message : I made my post that began with "Klangklangston: Check the original callout to get yourself back on track. " before I refreshed my screen and saw your post that began with "Actually, no, wait. I am sorry. That was harsher than you likely deserved. " With the exception of my last comment directed at Schemegge, I made a conscious effort to... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Daddy-O
at 9:53 PM on February 26, 2008
