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Old 29-04-2008, 05:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Lammarite View Post
Anyway- who says that not being FOB is any better than being FOB?
Interesting question. I don't even know if those us of trying to be less "FOB" know the answer.

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A split can occur in such communities between those who have assimilated or acclimated in their host countries and those who still cling to their native culture. The usage of "FOBs" is often used by the former .......wikipedia
I think the Wikipedia article made a key observation and regardless of if those involved are right or wrong in their behavior should be acknowledged and kept in the back of the mind at the least.