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Old 15th May 2008   #16
out-of-bed
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LMAO!

Don't forget cultural relativity!

Here's my (probably biased) characterization of Finns:

Con's: shy, insecure, melancholic, self-denial (embarrased to enjoy luxuries), naïve, bad food, bad at selling, violent when drunk, boring unless drunk, patriotic (in an egoistic way), culturally backward, undiplomatic

Pro's: high work-ethic, exceptional practical intelligence, mathematically and geometrically talented, welfare state (solidarity among fellow citizens), best elementary education in the world, law-abiding, straightforward ("yes" means yes), punctual, honest, hygienic
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