certain_random_guy
certain_random_guy t1_ixw87r4 wrote
Reply to comment by KLR01001 in Perfect lines on this waterfall in south Iceland. [OC] [1600x1000] by AcrossTheNorth
I know this is an age-old joke, but I just want to point out that it's essentially just anglo-centric condescension. It treats words or names in other languages as Other, and as if they're not worth the time or respect to try to pronounce correctly. But every language and culture is equally valid (presuming respect for human rights), and most native speakers of any language appreciate foreigners doing their level best to speak their language or say their names correctly.
I am not suggesting that you possess any of the negative qualities connected with the joke, and I'm sure most people have just never thought about it. But it's worth considering how we can be kinder and more inclusive to others in small simple ways - such as by not joking about how their names sound.
certain_random_guy t1_j9canx9 wrote
Reply to comment by Elevenst in "Favela", me, photography, 2023 by hidemelon
I don't know, I think this photo would lose a good deal without the negative space around the window. Don't think an oval frame would do it any favors.