GRR, sometimes I really HATE people.

[ClarabelleCowFan]

Hugs Malaysia!

Mean people suck. I was born and raised in the Deep South and always hated the racial issues that went on here - and still do.

So sorry the ignorant witch got you down. What a sad pathetic life she must lead.

Hope your day goes better!

 

[ericamanda01]

Some people just suck and they are mean to others because they are so very unhappy. I hope you feel better soon.

 

[dmslush]

I'm so sorry that people act that way towards you. It is sad.

The old lady reminds me of my boss. She came to the shelter a couple of years ago. She and I had to go off on some training somewhere. There was something that they were serving for dinner, and I didn't know what it was. I don't even remember at this point. Anyway, boss lady is rather wealthy and thinks she is all that and a bag of chips to boot! So, when I said I didn't know what something was, she took that as I was some country bumpkin who didn't know which fork to use.

She told me not to worry, she would culture me. And then in the next breath, she starts talking about all the N*****s, and some word she used for Asians that I don't remember what it is or what it means. I was floored. Here is this ignorant slab o' fat that is going to Culture me, and she doesn't have enough sense to act like someone in public!

It is a running joke at the shelter now that she is going to Kulture all of us. And we also recognize that she has lots of Klass.

 

[USA Here I Come]

I'm sorry you have to put up with such ignorant people, they're the ones with the problem, not you so don't let them get you down honey.

((((((Hugs))))))...I hope things get better for you with your move to Florida

 

[N.Bailey]

I'm sorry No one should have to put up with being treated like that! I can't believe in this day and age there are still people like this out there. It's toally uncalled for.

 

[tevagirl]

I am very sorry you had and have to put up with that abuse. There is no excuse for such blatant ignorance and behavior. (I also want to say congratulations on buying a house!)

 

[slo]

Many, many hugs to you!!!

How very sad that you are treated this way!! Please don't hate yourself for being black and being gay - take pride with who you are

My DD's daycare teacher last year is African-American and I was thrilled that my DD was in her room. She is a fantastic teacher and I love it when my children can meet all types of people. I don't want them to think they live in an all white world, and the world revolves according the white person. We live in such a wonderful diverse country that I want my children to know all types of people and all types of religion. It shocks me that other parents wouldn't want that too.

I have seen many of your posts and you seem like a wonderful person and someone I could easily be friends with. Keep the faith and hopefully things will get better for you.

 

[Kteacher]

I'm sorry

 

[TammyAlphabet]

I am sorry too!! I am 41 and I thought for many years that people who had these types of experiences must be making it up because there is no way that anyone would act like that. But, I guess no one talked like that in front of me because they sensed that I would not like it. But a used car dealer taught me different. He started on a tyraid about all types of people that he didn't like one day during a test drive. Needless to say, I was shocked and didn't buy a car...from him at least. I hate that people think this way!

 

[mickeyfan2]

If people can afford to stay at our hotel and pay $200+ a night, they should have manners.

Now I get to hate myself for being black and being gay.

I am so sorry that you have to be treated this way.

Remember money does not mean manners.

I see you the same as I see any other DIS poster. You skin color and sexual orientation are not of any importance to me. I only care if you are a kind person and you are. I hope you have a better day and soon you will not be there. So hope your move to Tampa will be a happy one for you and your SO.

 

[SDFgirl]

I know it's easier said than done, but try not to take it personally. Some people are just angry with the world, and it doesn't *really* have anything to do with you. You seem like a kind, intelligent, and caring human being. Hope the next several months (until you get to move) pass quickly!

Keep your chin up...

 

[Blondy876]

I'm so sorry. I can't fathom why anyone would think it is OK to speak to someone the way they have to you. People can be disgusting sometimes. You are a good person for not having gone to that lady's room and screaming right back.

The same thing happens at the preschool. People think I'm not good enough to teach their children because I'm not white. Guess what, those same kids are the ones that love me to death, only listen to me and try to cuddle and cling under me all day.

I just don't get it.

If it makes you feel any better some of the parents is my classroom don't think I am good enough to teach their kids because I am white. There is just no way to please everyone. I do the best job I can, I love/teach those kids the best I can then when someone complains I know that I've done my best.

 

[Nite0wl71]

That's a terrible thing to have happened

Customer service is rough no matter where you work. I have been called stupid, racist and tons of other things. I have found out it is usually the ones who are trying to get over on something.

 

[Southern4sure]

I called her back and told her that yelling at me was not acceptable and I would report her to the manager.

You go girl! I love how you called her back. The manager has a duty in this situation to protect his/her employees and the manager failed you. You need to hold the manager accountable too. Please do not let one old bitty ruin your day. I have a funny story to tell you and it also involves an old bitty.

My best friend is black. We both had a baby with in a couple of months of each other. One day we were at the mall and I was watching both babies while my friend ran into a store. I was hold a baby on each knee and playing with them (about 6-7 months old). This lady about 80 came and sat down next to me and I noticed she kept watching me. Anyway after awhile the old lady asked me "Are they twins"? Keep in mind DS was as white as can be and baby J was a dark black baby. I was stunned and didnt know what to say..so I said "Yes" and continued to play with them until my friend came back. Later I told my friend and we both laughed so hard and today we occasionally say look at the twins playing together.

So your moving to Tampa? What part/when? Maybe we could do lunch sometime? Hope you close on your home soon and your move goes well.

 

[Mom2Ashli]

People amaze me on a daily basis. I can't image speaking to anyone that way. And I am not sure why these people seem to think they can get away with it. I am so sorry this happened to you.

I agree with the others. Be proud of who you are. And who cares about the rest of the world.

Hopfully we will treat you and your SO a lot better in Florida. Good luck with the move.

 

[Jennifer S]

This makes me so sad for you. aThat is just terrible. I have a four year old niece that is half black. I never even thought that something like this could ever happen to her. I didn't realize that people still actually act like this in the year 2006.

Hang in there until June - try and just ignore people like that. They'll get theirs someday.

 

[Serena]

Truly, it's not you. There are a lot more mean and hateful people out there than I could have ever imagined. They will do and say anything to try to make you feel as bad as they do. Sometimes I can laugh at them, other times it gets to me. Try not to let it get to you. Try to remember that they are the ones with the problem, bad temper, a splinter somewhere painful.

 

[AnaheimGirl]

Holy Ignorance, Batman! I am always astounded when I hear things like this. Who would think that in this day and age there are still such despicable pieces of trash left in the world, who would talk to someone this way, let alone even think it?!

I'm so sorry that you have to deal with this. I hope that the people you meet in Florida prove to be more accepting and kind than some of those you've met at your jobs in California.

 

[AnaheimGirl]

Wow that happened in CA? The land of liberals? That's really shocking.

You know, I thought that too, for a second. Having grown up in So Cal, I never heard of such BS, even in the most conservative pockets. But then I remembered a woman I used to work with, white with an African American husband, had said that when they lived in a small town in Northern California, they used to get hateful comments all the time. Now, I've never been to IceBrat's town, but as close as it is it San Francisco, I wouldn't have expected that such close-mindedness would be prevalent there. Sadly, I guess this goes to show, there are stupid, hateful, ignorant people everywhere.

 

[Stitchfans]

honey I am so sorry this is happening to you. No one should be treated like this and I sure hope you weren't serious about the hating yourselve comment. Why on earth would you hate yourself? I wish I had some magic words to make you feel better but sorry I don't. I can't tell you how angry this makes me feel when I hear things like this. All I can offer you is a hug and keep you head up high.