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Hmong Culture & History / Re: Is the Hmong culture dying?

« on: April 11, 2013, 01:24:21 AM »

Yes because we are being dominated by a higher culture that convince others about their way of lifestyle. Even the Americans are killing our culture because of education. That's killing our culture and many of the Hmong people are leaving that culture. I'd say in the next 10-20 generation, Hmong culture is dead. I could be wrong if it is shorter.

Remember folks, there are 4 types of war in this world:

1. Economy war (China vs. America)
2. Culture war
3. Science war (USA beats Russia through their space tech. during Kennedy's time)
4. Domination/Conquer/Brute Force war (Rhetorical! This can be found in WWII)

Many of the Hmong that live here are also "Americans" so not sure how that apply but yes, I have seen and continue to see certain aspects of the Hmong culture dying like certain aspects of other cultures dying. The wind of change affects every culture. I don't think the Hmong culture will totally died in the next "10-20 generations" though as there are many good aspects in our culture.

Here's a non-U.S. example of a host culture having to do some changing and adapting to help create better harmony for all:

The Dying German Culture: Germans Learn Turkish Language To Integrate Better With Its Immigrants

Sound Familiar America? U.S. citizens apparently have no problem seeing, reading and hearing the Spanish language everywhere across the country plastered into its amnesic consciousness by its democratic government

For years, the focus of the integration debate in Germany has been on the assimilation of the Turkish migrant population into German society. But now some Germans are beginning to consider it their responsibility to integrate with their Turkish neighbors — and are going to language schools to learn Turkish.

http://www.newsnet14.com/?p=103321




Will some racist Germorons accuse those Germans of being 'Turkish-washed' for doing the right thing? Sure, even though that's not what they are doing but rather, ride the wind of change to help create better harmony for all the people that reside in Germany.

It's not just Germany, pretty much every developed democratic country that has a melting pot make up have gone through some changes to become more tolerant of the different groups within their society. As a result, certain aspects of each group's culture diminish along the way.

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Hmong Culture & History / Re: Marriage within same clan

« on: April 09, 2013, 06:24:30 PM »

I agree with cultures changing. It's not just in our culture but has been seen in other ones as well.

Yep, not too long ago, no one were allowed to marry whites but whites because it's "morally and ethically" wrong according the majority of white societies, gay marriage were deemed evil and and considered "morally and ethically" wrong according to those that are against it especially hardcore right wing Christians, ....I can go on and on about more BS primitive beliefs of the past in many cultures and societies but those with brain cells will understand my point.

In the Hmong society specifically, Hmong marrying Laotian or Mien or other Asian ethnic groups were deemed stupid from what I've observed while living in Loas. Here in the states, Hmong that married other races are also deemed stupid by some Hmorons (no different than the white morons or morons in any other group that still believe in their own BS primitive beliefs). Furthermore, even Hmong marrying Hmong is deemed stupid according to some Hmorons because the clans of the bride and groom don't click for some lame ass primitive reason a long long time ago.

Therefore, as you say, changes in culture cannot be halt. I see more and more mixed marriages (ethnic and/or race), I see more and more people accepting gay people and gay marriages, I see more and more Hmong married out of ethnic and race, and less and less Hmong care about things like a certain clan can't marry a certain clan, or one clan punishing another clan during wedding negotiation or any other bs primitive beliefs that happened a long time ago  ...all due to the winds of change as it cannot be halt regardless of culture.

As that change continues to progress, I can see certain primitive belief and practices of the Hmong culture disappearing such as bride-head price (also adapted from the Chinese a long time ago like the no marriage within the same last name according to some), polygamy, blood cousins being allow to hook up, bride-napping, adults marrying kids, alcohol poisoning at weddings especially when it involves minors, and in this case, frowning upon strangers with the same last name tying the knot. Those changes have been slow but it is progressing non the less because more and more people are changing from it.

The wind of change has and will continue to affect every culture. As a result, the fat will continue to be trimmed and left behind as time goes and the good aspects of cultures will move forward.

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Hmong Culture & History / Re: Marriage within same clan

« on: April 08, 2013, 09:58:23 PM »

I have been discussing this issue with some elders and many see the time for change.

Good to see them thinking about "change" and moving forward because the primitive reason of not being able to marry a stranger with the same last name is as good as the everyone came from Adam and Eve therefore all of us are blood related or minorities cannot marry white people because they are not as good or gays and lesbians are sinners in the eyes of many Christians' God primitive reasons .

There is really no good reason(s) for that belief. Some clans even go as far as not marrying certain other clans because it won't work. Some even believed that Hmong used to be able marry within the same last name but adapted to the Chinese ways of not being able to a long time ago. Funny thing is the Chinese have move away from that primitive belief but many Hmong still chose to follow it even though it came from the Chinese according to some.

As mentioned earlier, it's really up to you or the individual to decide as there's nothing wrong or illegal about two strangers with the same last name tying the knot. Therefore, if you don't feel right, don't do it. If you feel good about it, do it. Yes, it's that simple.

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Hmong Culture & History / Re: Marriage within same clan

« on: March 22, 2013, 05:06:33 AM »

What you guys think about same clan marriage? Can we lift that taboo?

I would rather marry a stranger with the same last name than a family member with a different last name i.e., cousin. If the Chinese and Koreans were able to drop that primitive belief, the Hmong can as well. It's really up to the individual to decide but there is nothing illegal or wrong with two strangers of the same last name marrying imo.

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Two Wheel Forum / Re: new law for Cali riders

« on: February 07, 2013, 11:09:54 PM »

Splitting lane "reasonably" has been common knowledge forever now i.e., no more than 10-15mph faster than traffic, no splitting when traffic is moving at a reasonable rate, etc., but as with most things, the bad apples of the group will ruin it for the whole group.

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Two Wheel Forum / Re: Some Cool Cats!

« on: January 18, 2013, 07:34:56 PM »

It's funny how they labeled the Japanese brands "metric" but not the European brands. 

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Travel & Vacation Forum / Re: Going to Laos... For Dummies (Like Me)

« on: January 02, 2013, 09:06:03 PM »

"Men" in Laos can be just as bad as the ones here, bad people are born on all continents and all cultures.... my humble opinion.

Well put "opinion" there. Having lived in Laos, Thailand, and here, I agree that "bad people" are born on all continents and men in Laos can be just as bad. Even worst there based on my observations due to its patriarchal system. The biggest difference between here and over there is men actually receive real punishments here for their deeds against their women.

I still remembered an incident over there where a young man was berating his wife in public and even physically assaulting her and everyone just mind their own business including my mom. My mom told me not to stare or say anything but I could see the wife cried quietly because there's nothing she could do against him. Over here, that dude would've gotten his ass dragged to jail and due to karma, get his basic human rights violated the same way by Tiny.

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Home Improvement & Gardening / Re: Home Security Cameras?

« on: December 31, 2012, 12:40:49 PM »

any experts on this? which type or brand for a good deal? been thinking about it for a long time now.

I think most does the job but I prefer the models that allows mobile monitoring. Don't feel a need for a system yet though...

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Positive News / Re: Daughter Saves Father

« on: December 19, 2012, 06:52:21 PM »

Good stuff, reminds me of:

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Two Wheel Forum / Re: Sub-quarter liter category heating up.

« on: December 13, 2012, 08:11:36 PM »

Cool, hope it is truly "powerful" even in relative term. When Kwak redesigned their baby Ninja back in '08, I thought it looks pretty good for a 2 fity. However, the specs were disappointed as it loss power and gain more weight compared to the previous gen. Plus still no FI. This Yammi looks just as sharp as its competitors if not better. 

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Two Wheel Forum / Re: Let's Ride, into Laos???

« on: December 05, 2012, 07:31:12 PM »

How about mountain biking on the hilltops of the Hmong villages? I think that will truly be awesome and something to fulfill one day.

And easier to pack on a plane than a moto. If you have a nice one, make sure you take pictures of the Hmong in Laos' faces when telling them how much you paid for it. Got a buddy that has a $7,000 road bicycle.

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Two Wheel Forum / Re: Want to learn how to wheelie on a moto? Well now you can easily do it 100%

« on: December 04, 2012, 07:59:48 PM »

my 2013 toy! if they do sell it....how fast is the speed?

City bike so probably not that fast...

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Two Wheel Forum / Re: MTB riding and cardio fitness

« on: December 04, 2012, 12:18:27 AM »

I can't tell if you're being sarcastic or serious here. 

No, not serious...Ther e's another Pher here that's really into mountain biking. He posted a bunch of pics and vids of his treks but can't recall his name...shouldn't be hard to search for though.

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General Entertainment / Re: who's into transformer toys?

« on: November 28, 2012, 01:27:36 AM »

Me. I actually have one that I can ride. Meet Chromia (in my avatar and below):

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Two Wheel Forum / Re: Let's Ride, into Laos???

« on: November 27, 2012, 08:09:03 PM »

My dad actually has a scooter there that we just bought a few months ago.  I myself probably wouldn't want to do a dirt bike or sports bike while there.  I wouldn't mind a light cafe racer though.  Maybe an older CB350 or so.

Cafe sounds like a good fit there...