: characteristic of a state of civilization
Wow! living in an uncivilized part of the world sure is taking it's toll. I never considered myself to be racist, intolerant or bigot minded. I guess there was never much of a situation that would have even caused me to consider my views. Until now. Working here is not quite as military as I would have thought. There seem to be more and more "workers" here from such countries as the Philippines (not so bad), Turkey, Pakistan, Yemen, etc. The longer I am here the more I seem to strongly dislike being in the company of certain people. At first It was easy to just dismiss some actions as individual, but then when you are stuck in close proximity to many third world people you realize that they are pretty much all behaving the same. They are rude, impolite, impatient, dirty, smelly ... and the list goes on.
It is not uncommon while waiting in chow line for some to walk right past to try and move to the front. I'm used to having a certain body buffer zone that is often invaded. Sit down to eat with lots of space around you and someone will come crowd in at your table bumping your arm while you try to eat. The concept of deodorant and personal hygiene - well it isn't even a concept.
That's what is on my mind this week. I'm trying to consider my attitude - but it is very trying.
God, grant me patience.
