we didn't start the fire

[swatkat]

I watched a horrible play yesterday. Do you realise how hard it is to giggle without actually making any noise? I want two and half hours of my life BACK.

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If you follow metafandom, you have probably already seen this, but if you don't, read deepad's post now: I Didn't Dream of Dragons. I found myself nodding along and simultaneously feel very grateful about my cultural background and think of my own bilingual angst, about which I will probably post something soon (when I have time to sit down and write).

Comments

[donnaimmaculata.livejournal.com]

I wish I could say something intelligent and thought-provoking, because the whole cultural identity and bilingual angst issue is an incredibly interesting subject, but I can't for the life of me think of anything. Should you ever post your thoughts on that subject, I will read them avidly. And perhaps contribute an opinion, if all goes well. I can't imagine you coming across as emo, BTW.

[swatkat24.livejournal.com]

I try not be emo, but you know, things like this always come with a double edge. For a significant number of people in my country to whom my familiarity with the English language is something to aspire towards, and my angst, therefore? Very much a privileged little girl complaining about how hard her life is, while shamelessly reaping the benefits of the same.