cross-posted from: https://linux.community/post/844237
I’ve never been that far to the south but lately I’ve been reading and watching those novels and movies.
The prevalent idea is: in this world (Texas?) you are alone, nobody gives a cr*p about you, do not trust anyone because they’ll take advantage of you, ridicule and mock you. The world (or maybe only Texas?) is an inhospitable, inhuman, Darwinist place.
confused looks
Like how New Yorkers are rude but not mean. I remember a culture shock moment the first time I went to a bagel shop there and the scowling woman at the counter said “whaddya want?!” It took me a moment to figure out that she meant “what would you like to order?” and not “what the fuck are you doing here?”
I am also confused though as I have family in Texas and they are polite and pretty happy but not sure I would describe them as kind.
So nice=polite?