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Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Mystiqme: 6:55pm On Sep 16, 2014 |
Sweetlemon: Yeah we all think America is a liberated, free country for all. But what we do not know is that to some extent, there are things that Americans still practice despite all the feminism and human rights movements, some even outdated. Did you do some research on numbers 3 and 7? I mean actual numbers? Could you provide a link to the publication, website or even raw data that shows the percentage of virgins in Nigeria and that of virgins in the US? Or a link to a paper that shows the percentage of housewives in Nigeria and the US. I have looked and I didn't find these numbers. If you don't have numbers then these are just suppositions and aren't defensible. |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by cocoberry(f): 7:10pm On Sep 16, 2014 |
Very funny!!! Ryabcool: it depends on the person eating it. I for one prefer hamburgers to hotdogs |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Nobody: 7:40pm On Sep 16, 2014 |
ea7: What a well written post with a lot of sources and facts to back it up. You sure are telling the truth and not twisting several anecdotes to fit your narrowminded worldview! /s Use sarcasm on nairaland at your peril. Even the most obvious ones go flying over people's heads on here. 3 Likes |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by texanomaly(f): 7:48pm On Sep 16, 2014 |
I've been reading the comments on this thread. I can't help but shake my head and roll my eyes at some of you. Anyone who believes what you see on TV is what real life in America is like, you are an id.iot. I'm sorry. There is no nice way to say it. Really? SMDH. The first Nigerian I ever met thought that ALL Americans have one night stands. I set him straight right away. I'll use his favorite words...in Remi's voice, "Are you serios?" When I told him I have never in my life had a one night stand, and my ex husband was my first sex. That is what he said. Myself and many other Christians save themselves for marriage just like there. Not that there aren't just as many girls giving it up here as there. There are people here and there who are religious hypocrites, religiously faithful, good, bad, happy, sad, violent, passive, kind, giving, mean, selfish... I could go on and on. We are human beings, just like you. We have a myriad personalities, habits, family backgrounds and any number of emotions and intellects. The one difference I have notice is that most Americans, at least those I've know, are much less suspicious of others than the Nigerians I've know are of everyone. Even their own family members. 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by soulglo: 9:28pm On Sep 16, 2014 |
Though I'd like to see the actual figures, I would not be surprised if most of these are accurate. For example I know for a fact that when it comes to morality or high standard of values we should not have Nigeria on the list. 1 Like |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Sweetlemon(f): 11:12pm On Sep 16, 2014 |
;DChai! See all of them forming gangs to like their posts. My bull crap has over 90 likes while their we-know-better-cos-we-live-there posts are managing 3 likes maximum *Waits atiently while they gather more friends to like their posts* 2 Likes |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Nobody: 12:12am On Sep 17, 2014 |
Sweetlemon: ;DChai! See all of them forming gangs to like their posts. You must live a very sad life for Nairaland to be this important to you. 2 Likes |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Sweetlemon(f): 8:04am On Sep 17, 2014 |
MissMeiya: See who's talking! I can see how my thread guarantees your next meal since you cannot just get your smelly slimy demented attention-deprived sickly self outta here. Na by force to comment? There is a thread on the front page for people like you who come into people's threads to curse and insult "wrong" people. You may miraculously be able to understand one or two things there. But I doubt such a miracle can occur. You will still come in here to show how "right" you are. Anyway, as for me, I need to drop you now before I contract those maggots and slime from your skin. I believe I have said enough. I believe that you will dare not attack me (or anyone else for that matter) on another thread again and all these your comebacks here are just to save your face. #missionaccomplished. Cheers! |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Sweetlemon(f): 8:23am On Sep 17, 2014 |
Mystiqme: I'm so sorry dear. I wanted to earlier but some people here will still insist I must live there to be able to say anything! (Despite me saying that I visit often) Lol! I need to go to credible sites to get this. Will do as soon as possible. |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by mrjerrfrac(m): 11:13am On Sep 17, 2014 |
adeoladrg: 7. There Are Actually More Percentage of Virginsu lack undastnding. The ssentence was.' Thier are more percentage of virgins in aamerica than any other country.' Simply means if the percentage of virgins in d world is 10%, america is probably 0.5 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Nobody: 5:18am On Sep 18, 2014 |
MissMeiya: Loll I see. I swear, simply driving through certain parts of the South makes you feel like you're in a different country. I was giving her the benefit of the doubt 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Fulaman198(m): 8:12am On Sep 18, 2014 |
ojeota: Number 7 is a big lie 100% agree a lot of Americans these days lose their virginity between the ages of 13 and 18. |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Fulaman198(m): 8:15am On Sep 18, 2014 |
Joenice: Totally agreed with you. America is the most spoiled nation in the world. Even most of their women are gold-diggers. I wouldn't say the world, but it's definitely up there. Brazil, Spain, Italy, Latin America I would say are probably worse. But America definitely does not have more virgins than most African countries that's flat out wrong. |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Fulaman198(m): 8:17am On Sep 18, 2014 |
seedord247: Ok good someone already beat me to it. OP made up a lot of stuff. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Fulaman198(m): 8:26am On Sep 18, 2014 |
Sweetlemon: Yeah we all think America is a liberated, free country for all. But what we do not know is that to some extent, there are things that Americans still practice despite all the feminism and human rights movements, some even outdated. 1. This is true there is no gender equality really anywhere in the world today. Some African countries do have female presidents though. I actually think the African continent has the most gender equality than any other continent. 2. America's culture is still relatively young and it is a combination of many cultures. Cultures from Europe, Africa, Native Americans, etc. etc. 3. America's divorce rate is above 50% so I don't know what you mean by #3. 4. The only states known for Gold diggers are California, New York, Florida, and possibly Nevada because of Las Vegas. 5. Straight guys don't really hate gay guys unless you are talking about the Southern part of the United States (from Kentucky to Georgia) and other conservative states that vote republican. In states like California gay men and women are quite accepted. I guess the word you were looking for is that they feel uncomfortable around gays. 6. American guys don't give a darn about whether the woman is a virgin or not because most women by the time they are 18 are no longer virgins in America. They just want a woman who is 'down to Earth'. 7. Not even close. American's virgins are probably at less than 2% after the age of 18. Very highly unlikely. I know America because I lived there for 5 years. 8. You are generalising here, not all American guys do this. Most American guys only do it when they feel that they really want to settle down with the girl. 9. Not too sure what you are saying here. Most American grandparents spoil their grand children instead of advising them. |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by hanief1911(m): 12:35am On Sep 21, 2014 |
As an African American I can say that this is funny and to a degree pretty accurate! It had me laughing! As far as #5 Racism trumps everything. Don't let anyone on here fool you trust me (California born and raised). 2 Likes |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by hanief1911(m): 1:10am On Sep 21, 2014 |
And let their be no mistake...Im an African with American citizenship...it's that simple. |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Nobody: 2:11am On Sep 21, 2014 |
Articles such as this one are written as a matter of opinion! They hold some truth but may not always be 100% accurate! That's why we weigh in & have different opinions! That being said ~ I agree with most of the points (1,2,3 & 9 specifically). It's interesting 1 Like |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by khiaa(f): 4:38am On Sep 26, 2014 |
Atmmachine: This is so untrue, in all the states in America 18 is considered an adult. 2 Likes |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Nobody: 5:35am On Sep 26, 2014 |
@ khiaa. Are u the person liking my posts? 1 Like |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by khiaa(f): 5:47am On Sep 26, 2014 |
glitest: 1. True: Its no news, cos such applies everywhere. You apologised because you know it's a lie. All american grandparents are in their 40's and boozing it up and partying like teenagers? It's people like you who lie and generalise to others who don't know any better and they take it as the truth, now tell me how did you come to know all the American grandparents in the US? Why did you stop there, tell them about the Nigerian parents and other imigrants all over the US who are out partying like their teenagers, come on tell them since you love generalising. 1 Like |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by khiaa(f): 5:50am On Sep 26, 2014 |
CFCfan: @ khiaa. Are u the person liking my posts? Yes, we Cali's have to stick together. |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Nobody: 5:54am On Sep 26, 2014 |
khiaa:U can say that again |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by khiaa(f): 6:30am On Sep 26, 2014 |
[quote author=AdaNri1]Lol. yes. My mistake! WTF was I thinking!!! [/quot ------------------------------------- We do have farms in America you know just like in Nigeria with the same animals you named, so our kids do not have to go to a zoo to see animals. I live by the mountains, and there are different kinds of animals that inhabit the mountains like rams, coyotes, roadrunners, jack rabbits, racoons, squirrels, and rattlesnakes, and it's only a 10 minute walk from my home. 2 Likes |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by khiaa(f): 7:05am On Sep 26, 2014 |
hanief1911: As an African American I can say that this is funny and to a degree pretty accurate! It had me laughing! Hey! Another Cali in the house. |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by khiaa(f): 7:34am On Sep 26, 2014 |
lol #3 and #7 sure has provoked alot of you, why? I hope you all realise the point of this thread was to provoke you into bashing America and Americans. Well done op, your mission was a success. 12 pages and counting. 1 Like |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Nobody: 8:02pm On Sep 26, 2014 |
khiaa: I apologized because i knew the op was a female and never wanted to come off a disrespectful towards her or AAmericans, eventhough I totally disagreed with her claims. As for my opinion?... I do stand firmly by it, and will not change my opinion. I never made up the fact that most African Americans mothers/ grandmothers of today, can never be compared to those of the sixties, when it comes to maturity and self respect; Same also goes for the high rise of young aged mother's and grandma's that do exist now, than they were in the sixties.That is a fact. As for your claim about most Nigerian parents partying?.....I do not know about the one's you hang out with, but majority of Nigerian parents who reside in the States, do have better things to do in their spare times than to go out partying 24/7.....End of discussion. |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by khiaa(f): 10:09pm On Sep 26, 2014 |
glitest: Unless you know every American, Nigerian, and immigrant in the US your opinion is just like an azzhole, everybody has one. There are no facts in what you spew out of your mouth. 1 Like |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Nobody: 10:29pm On Sep 26, 2014 |
khiaa: Asshole?. Says a lot about you!....just like i stated earlier, i still do stand by my comment....Deal with it. |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by khiaa(f): 10:34pm On Sep 26, 2014 |
glitest: The fact that you are a liar says alot about you. Show me stats that will support your rant, that all American grandparents are boozers and useless partiers, also show me stats that shows the opposite of Nigerians and other immigrants. Come on. prove your opinion. |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by Nobody: 11:23pm On Sep 26, 2014 |
khiaa: You need to take a chill pill, cos you are clearly the one on a rant. My comment, was directed towards young grandma's, and not to all grandparents....Get your facts straight; Also, when the hek did I ever call the grandma's drunk and useless?....pls stop misquoting my comments. I can attest that most Nigerian grandparents aren't around parting , cos most Nigerian grandparents were brought up with self respect; Most Nigerian grandparents, aren't 40 plus year old single mothers and fathers...Most are now retirees, who have either relocated back to Nigeria, or are helping with the up bringing of their grandkids. I do not care if you like my comment or not....You just can't fight the fact that I am right about my comment that most AA grandmothers of today, are very young women with Atleast one grandkid..You can call me a liar, but you know that is that damn truth....# peace# 1 Like |
Re: What You May Not Know About Americans by khiaa(f): 11:31pm On Sep 26, 2014 |
glitest: My grandparents and most grandparents are not what you say. I know a Nigerian guy who is 22 with 2 Nigerian children and he is unmarried, and his parents are 45 and 50. So once again I ask you to show me the proof. |
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