uncle jack posts are useless
I've been reading up on Colombia for the past few days, researching for my upcoming trip. I really enjoy some of the information that is available here. However, I did not agree with what Uncle Jack has posted!
For all of jack's "philantrophy, " the facts are that he abandoned his family, pays for companionship (as opposed to just f--king).
Now, I agree that loud, obnoxious people are the worst. However, I think most of the people on this board go to destinations for vacation, not charity work. Uncle jack, don't impose your flawed moral values upon the majority of mongers here.
Moreover, my opinion is that a small sample of outlandish gringos does not give an unfair impression of all foreigners. In fact, people that would hold onto these type of stereotypes are the worst of all. Why would I even want to associate with those such prejudices'?
In short, people are entitled to behave in any which way they want, they need to deal with the consequences. Uncle Jack's is clinging to those that will listen to him because he has no money.
Well, 1 more month, and I will be in Medellin. And no, I don't plan on making a fool of myself, just gonna try to enjoy whatever Medellin offers.
Trippstadt - nicely said!
[QUOTE=Trippstadt]In any case, your viewpoint is terribly and unfortunately twisted beyond recognition. Yes, you correctly point out a number of things that are true. Some sex tourists are assholes, and some of those are American; the girls should all be treated with respect; one should not refuse to pay them a fair price simply because they’re desperate, and so on. These are fair and reasonable assertions that all good people can agree with. But your anger (and frankly, distinct LACK of respect and cold-heartedness towards American women, American men, your family, and others), betrays a hypocrisy the depth of which is far deeper than those other, fairly mundane observations.[/QUOTE]I too starting reading Uncle Jack's reports with open eyes. I am a North American male that has traveled to Colombia for business and also for pleasure. I am not a low life, like Jack likes to call us, but IMHO, a decent guy with a kind heart. Colombia is probably the most beautiful country that I have traveled to and has some pretty friendly people. There are some assholes also (in all the countries of the world) but even though, you should not stereotype the whole lot. I too have been an "ugly" American but that is my last resort when someone is trying to get over on me. Anyone would be "ugly" when someone is trying to take away your resources without something in return. (we all don't have money to burn like Jack does). I would rather say up front are looking for a gift than to have someone say one thing and then do another just to get your money. A person's word (or integrity) is the most important character trait (IMHO).
I was wondering if any of the members were going to object to what Uncle Jack was saying and I am glad someone did. I am sure that Trippstadt did not do it out of disrespect of Jack. It needed to be said because he, IMHO, was being two-faced. Saying how he loved to help out the poor and how he hated gold-diggers. What do you call the $2000 per month students? Wouldn't they be classified as gold-diggers or do you think they date men from lower levels of society? It is all about the money and nothing else. That is the first rule of gold-digging. Only target the rich.
Best of luck to all and especially Trippstadt for his balls to say what needed to be said.
Uncle Jack. I hope your golden years are filled with happiness! (and I hope you realize that once you are gone, you can not come back and reconcile with your family. Be the man that I am sure your family knows you are and take the first step.)
Enjoy the life!
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