fun with strangers
Posted by Anon on October 27, 1999 at 14:19:40:
In Reply to: comments from strangers posted by mimi on October 27, 1999 at 04:30:15:
"Look closer - it's a design." (Give them a chance to get a good look,
if that's comfortable.)
"Relax, it's henna - a temporary decoration." (or "adornment" - This
for those who think you're injured.)
I realize it can get tedious, but ignore any implied criticism, act as
if they'd made a simple inquiry, and use it as an opportunity to
enlighten. If you can tease them a little, try "I guess you haven't
looked at the walls in Indian restaurants" or "Shhh! Not so loud,
they'll ALL want one!" or confuse them with "Oh, I'm
just practicing for a wedding." (Don't leave it at that, though.)
If someone's REALLY obnoxious or aggressive, you can get creative:
"What, haven't you ever seen leprosy before?" "You should see my
husband!" (or "the other guy!") I'm sure others here can come up with
better lines. There was some fun about explaining the wraps
(bandages) a while back.
- Re: fun with strangers mimi 16:20:48 10/27/99
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