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gambiabev
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 25 Apr 2007 : 18:51:16
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In one club I sometimes go to my daughters friends have starting going. I decided that was the tme to stop. England is much more ageist than Gambia...what women of a certain age should and shouldnt do.
In the Uk I prefer to go to a local pub where there is a mixture of ages, not just young people. But I do miss the dancing. |
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jambo
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Posted - 25 Apr 2007 : 19:15:14
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| this is cracking me up |
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anna
Netherlands
730 Posts |
Posted - 25 Apr 2007 : 19:25:48
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| What's that supposed to mean? |
When an old African dies, it is as if a whole library has burnt down.
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jambo
3300 Posts |
Posted - 25 Apr 2007 : 19:27:40
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Quote from serenta "no question - they should stop when they notice the dancefloor is too slippery for their wheelchair..." it brought a smile to me.
i am off to watch the football,
thats 2-1 to LIVERPOOL |
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gambiabev
United Kingdom
3091 Posts |
Posted - 25 Apr 2007 : 20:20:48
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| Actually that upset me. Not all people in wheelchairs are old, infact most arent. I have taught children in wheelchairs and they love wizzing round to the music! |
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LEMON TIME
Afghanistan
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Posted - 25 Apr 2007 : 20:55:15
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| Jambo you are a FIRE starter lol. |
There is no god but Allah |
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toubab1020
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Posted - 26 Apr 2007 : 00:39:47
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Originally posted by LEMON TIME
Jambo you are a FIRE starter lol.
Yes, he likes to watch Liverpool playing football !!! |
"Simple is good" & I strongly dislike politics. You cannot defend the indefensible.
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leokat
United Kingdom
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Posted - 26 Apr 2007 : 12:13:09
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... By the way, in what age should people stop going to clubs?
There's no age really. I had a great time in Spiral last time I was in The Gambia. I don't go to clubs here in the UK beacause I hate the atmosphere - alcohol, drink, drugs, loutish/ladette culture, overtly sexualised behaviour. But I loved Spiral. I felt totally comfortable in the non agressive, non threatening atmosphere.
I also love reggae/dancehall music.
But this has ALWAYS been me.
What I mean is I don't like to see women who are wearing clothes/listening to a certain type of music *only* in a desperate effort to try to fit in with their much younger boyfriends.
As for the jeans Inez - I've never really worn them - I find them hot, uncomfortable, and unyeilding when dancing (not to mention unflattering to my figure - though I take your point about stomach control hehe). I prefer loose fitting casual cotton trousers/long skirts.
Again it is not the wearing of jeans per se so much as seeing someone who you know wouldn't be seen dead in them (actually come to think of it men can be the worst offenders here)at home wearing them because they feel 'out of place' in their usual clothes.
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serenata
Germany
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Posted - 26 Apr 2007 : 12:38:18
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Originally posted by anna
Oh Serenata, people might take offence - didn't you know there are international championships for wheelchair-dancers?
SORRY; I didn't know and did not mean to be offensive. We should not forget that every one of us can end up in a wheelchair - every day. |
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Alhassan
Sweden
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Posted - 26 Apr 2007 : 14:29:17
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Originally posted by gambiabev
Actually that upset me. Not all people in wheelchairs are old, infact most arent. I have taught children in wheelchairs and they love wizzing round to the music!
Biev,
I hope nothing against people in wheelchairs going to disco or concerts. In Sweden one must have a handicap friendly arena for cultural and commercial activitiess.Infact if one govement grants one must provide for them in wheelchairs. All are welcom. I think they have freedom of enjuying extra curicular activities, not just suitting home and be miseriable. Or have I missed your point? |
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gambiabev
United Kingdom
3091 Posts |
Posted - 26 Apr 2007 : 19:54:06
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No, I am all for equal opportunities. I am a special needs teacher.
I was objecting to people associating wheelchairs with old age! 
Sadly many children and young adults are in wheelchairs because of illness or accident and it is our job to treat them equally and make sure they have age appropriate experiences!
Basket ball, dancing, etc etc etc not just put infront of a TV screen! Or worse still a blank wall!  
Please remember people in wheel chairs can be intelligent, they can have a sense of humour, they can be lovely or they can be the worst person you have ever met. In other words they are just like you and me. Look beyond their metal seat!
Sorry this is off topic, but it is important to me. |
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toubab1020
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Posted - 26 Apr 2007 : 20:51:34
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Have a look at the topic in the health forum entitled, Physically disabled Gambians,that may well tie in with what is mentioned here . |
"Simple is good" & I strongly dislike politics. You cannot defend the indefensible.
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inez
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Posted - 27 Apr 2007 : 19:09:31
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Originally posted by leokat
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What I mean is I don't like to see women who are wearing clothes/listening to a certain type of music *only* in a desperate effort to try to fit in with their much younger boyfriends.
How do you know they only do it for that? Do you ask them?
As for the jeans Inez - I've never really worn them - I find them hot, uncomfortable, and unyeilding when dancing (not to mention unflattering to my figure - though I take your point about stomach control hehe).
Oh, my mind was more in a..s control, since mine have her own life, itīs like two fighting pigs 
Again it is not the wearing of jeans per se so much as seeing someone who you know wouldn't be seen dead in them (actually come to think of it men can be the worst offenders here)at home wearing them because they feel 'out of place' in their usual clothes.
Serenata, I did laugh a lot at your comment first...before, you know. Old people here has this thing called "rollator", they hold in it when walking and there is small wheels under. I guess thatīs time time.. |
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toubab1020
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Posted - 27 Apr 2007 : 21:35:48
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This topic has gone a little strange,what women should wear when they go out,wheelchairs,Old people "rollator".
The Police in Iraq have apparantly been telling women that they are not respectfull enough if they have just a little bit of hair showing! Do you want that sort of control?come on now let everyone go dancing and enjoy themselves in whatever they feel comfortable in.(OK some self moderation should be evident. |
"Simple is good" & I strongly dislike politics. You cannot defend the indefensible.
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serenata
Germany
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Posted - 30 Apr 2007 : 12:23:22
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Originally posted by inez
Serenata, I did laugh a lot at your comment first...before, you know. Old people here has this thing called "rollator", they hold in it when walking and there is small wheels under. I guess thatīs time time..
Inez, some people love to take offence - for what reason ever. I am sure even handicapped or old people would laugh about my harmless joke (at least it was meant like this). Ok, one day we are the ones to swing our rollators! |
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