Name that Jew

[Blitzgal]

I was with the folks at the capitol building yesterday because we have an extended family member visiting from Panama. Anyway, there was some sort of school group taking the tour and my mother leaned over to me and said, "That's so funny! That Amish guy has a cell phone!" I had to then explain to her that the people were wearing yarmulkes (sp?), which made them Jews, not Amish. The men had really long beards and black suits, so I think that's what confused her. Anyway, clearly Wisconsin is a very white place to live. She also commented on the many questions he asked the tour guide about how much money the senators and reps make. I said, "Well, you know that stereotype." She didn't get it. That's when I realized that I now think in terms of KATG.

[misypu]

Originally Posted by Blitzgal

I was with the folks at the capitol building yesterday because we have an extended family member visiting from Panama. Anyway, there was some sort of school group taking the tour and my mother leaned over to me and said, "That's so funny! That Amish guy has a cell phone!" I had to then explain to her that the people were wearing yarmulkes (sp?), which made them Jews, not Amish. The men had really long beards and black suits, so I think that's what confused her. Anyway, clearly Wisconsin is a very white place to live. She also commented on the many questions he asked the tour guide about how much money the senators and reps make. I said, "Well, you know that stereotype." She didn't get it. That's when I realized that I now think in terms of KATG.

Some Amish do use cell phones.

[The Godfather]

Originally Posted by misypu

Some Amish do use cell phones.

Yes, but is there an amish version of Brumski or Happy Slapping?

[benjita]

Yes, you spelled "yarmulkes" right. +1 for Blitzgal.

How has she lived so long without knowing that the "beanie" goes on the Jew, and the "Little House on the Prairie" outfit goes on the Amish? That's just beautiful. And Wisconsin has the 4th largest Amish population in the country.

Wait, I know what the problem is... ignorance is bliss. Your mom's just trying to be happy.

[misypu]

Originally Posted by The Godfather

Yes, but is there an amish version of Brumski or Happy Slapping?

eww. ewww. fucking ew.

Those people do not bath. ew.

[The Godfather]

Originally Posted by misypu

eww. ewww. fucking ew.

Those people do not bath. ew.

Inquiring minds want to know. . .

[misypu]

What to know what? How I know this... I live in Lancaster County and shop at farmer's markets. Amish people stink in the summer. One bath a week and no deodorant.

[Blitzgal]

Originally Posted by benjita

Wait, I know what the problem is... ignorance is bliss. Your mom's just trying to be happy.

Yes, she means well. It just reminded me that there are a lot of people in Wisconsin who aren't exposed to very many different cultures. My stepfather is from Panama, so she's a step ahead of most country bumpkins in this area.

[rellek]

There are Reformed Amish; they drive cars, use electric etc. Ohio has the largest Amish population and I sometimes see them [Reformed Amish] in unexpected places like a theme park for example. What I don't get however, is if they can be more modernized, why do they still wear the goofy outfit.

[ooda]

Originally Posted by rellek

There are Reformed Amish; they drive cars, use electric etc. Ohio has the largest Amish population and I sometimes see them [Reformed Amish] in unexpected places like a theme park for example. What I don't get however, is if they can be more modernized, why do they still wear the goofy outfit.

Black is slimming.