Experiences w/ People, Groups of...
Saturday, January 5, 2013
, Posted by ManilasMan at 10:18 PM
Edwards Notes - World Experiences
August 25th 2012
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Life / World Experiences
1. Alien to Religion
Part one. (The Protestants)
When I studied with the Protestants for a semester, my experiences dictated the majority where too proud and boastful, that they where special, saved and superior than everyone else.. lacking the simple fundamental humbleness of Roman Catholics and other Christian denominations. I myself felt isolated there, reminiscing the days of secular institutions! that were allot more welcoming, and the love and acceptance experienced. Cold & Emptiness, were the words I'm trying to exemplify!
Part Two. (Demominations)
2. Alien to the World
Part one. (Europa)
Recently, while visiting Europe... It never crossed my mind that racism was still very strong, though intently the Europeans from the cruise-boat. I had such a negative outlook, with my experiences with the majority of thousands of Europeans during the week trip in the Mediterranean. Whether it was in the Dining room, the Elevator or the Theater. It was very clear and evident, the constant stare down, rude gestures, and superior attitudes, on that ship was unbelievable! though maybe not unacceptable, for MSC was an Italian Latin itinerary / Vessel. Funny it was a last minute trip, no planning...
I don't care whether they were French, Italian or Spanish, but they were the majority on the MSC Ship. They were Men, women and even children... I had only met one white American female, families of Russian, German, Austrailian, and Jewish race... that were kind and friendly... I can't speak for the rest that were on that boat...
The experience had deeply affected me, questioning my own identity and heritage...that racism was very real.. and freightening!!!
Feelings of isolation, rejection was the worst feeling ever. I had never felt in my life, which makes me so proud to be Canadian, and living in the New world continent. All those years taking for granted, the simple liberties, and freedoms I had enjoyed growing up here in America! makes me stand back & think how fortunate I am being here, where everyone! all races can live / work in harmony!
Part Two. (Spirituality)
GOD was very kind to me... As He provided me comfort and warm company, with my fellow kababayans, countrymen!
Surprisingly being the only Filipinos in the dining-room, during the firstnight. We were greeted by a family, who sat with us at our table... At first I thought they were chinese, and was happy to discover that they were filipino.
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