Wednesday, March 31, 2004

Comple Anos

Here in
California, the *quotey fingers* "Other" state, celebrates as a state holiday the birthday of Cesar Chavez, the labor leader who fought for the rights of migrant workers.

The following conversation between a friend (who is latina) and somebody else, who isnt. Latino, that is. *cough*

Her: "Yep. Today is Cesar Chavez's birthday."
Him: "Oh! Is he Cuban?"
Her: "Uh, no. He's from Arizona."
Me: *laughter*
Him: "Uhhh.."
Her: "You must be thinking of Che'. Who is from Argentina."
Me: *snicker*

Im no clueless Anglo, but I didnt know either.
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On a semi-related note

Ever since Florida, Ive realized I need to learn conversational spanish...

Apparently its hard to be in California and not be conversant.

Cant get away with it like I used to in New York.





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