Was working with a traditional Aboriginal woman the other week. Went to p/u to take home from a “women’s business” program in our local district.
She had her young grandson with her, visiting from the Central Lands area. His English was somewhat better than hers, so I asked if he’d interpret for me where needed as I discussed a few matters with his Grandmother.
He was more interested in listening to the rap music on the car stereo, and when I persisted in asking him what his Grandmother had said, he turned to me, in his american mannerisms and hip-hop speak and said, “Talk to the hand” !
Oh yes, how far we haven’t come, and somewhat saddening to see and hear. (At least for me.)
Talk To The Hand !
01/05/2008 — DjubbaWas working with a traditional Aboriginal woman the other week. Went to p/u to take home from a “women’s business” program in our local district.
She had her young grandson with her, visiting from the Central Lands area. His English was somewhat better than hers, so I asked if he’d interpret for me where needed as I discussed a few matters with his Grandmother.
He was more interested in listening to the rap music on the car stereo, and when I persisted in asking him what his Grandmother had said, he turned to me, in his american mannerisms and hip-hop speak and said, “Talk to the hand” !
Oh yes, how far we haven’t come, and somewhat saddening to see and hear. (At least for me.)