I live in an area that's known for being very white. Not only that my neighborhood is one of the whitest neighborhoods. But know what's great? People around here don't lose touch with communities of color. I already told you about my friend with dreadlocks, but he's not the only one with an appreciation of other's cultures.
One time, I was walking down the street at night, and a large SUV full of young white boys pulled up by me. They were blasting TI's "Whatever you like".
Well, these pupils of African American Studies wanted to be my friends!
One of my new friends decided to say hello. It was so nice how we all knew that I could feel safe taking to a car full of strange men at night, while I was on foot. They knew their appreciation of the cultures of others showed me that they were safe to talk to AND progressive!
My new friend, who was saying hello told me the funniest thing! He said "You know how TI says 'you can have this big boy in your life'?" I nodded, because I too have an appreciation for other ethnic groups, and thus was familiar with that song! It's great to meet people and discover things you have in common! Well, when I nodded he looked at me and said "that's what I'm talkin' 'bout baby".
What a funny friend! It's too bad I suddenly remembered I needed to turn on the next street and call someone on my phone or I'm sure we'd be buying Lil Wayne tickets together RIGHT NOW.
Having progressive friends is great!
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