Uh... "Parev! Yes Amerigohee em."...?

[Mos]

Re: Uh... "Parev! Yes Amerigohee em."...?

Armenia and Mexico are like two different worlds. Even though we are both Christian, Armenian Christianity is much different from your churches. Armenians in general (at least the Armenians from Armenia; Eastern Armenians) have a lot of connection to Russian/Soviet culture as result of us living under USSR. We feel much closer to ex-Soviet people (aside from few specific groups) than anybody else. When it comes to Western Armenians most tend to be 3rd generation or even 4th, so good amount are rather Americanized. Last, why are you learning Western armenian, learn eastern as more people speak that, and that's the way people speak in Armenia.

[Tali]

Hello!

Name: Tali
What School you attend: Moorpark College
Location: Camarillo, California, USA
Where from originally: *see above*
Age: 20

Other info: I never met any Armenians until I was in college. Now, I'm completely surrounded as I find myself with an Armenian/American boyfriend. I have met a lot of his Armenian side now. I'm attempting to learn Western Armenian. Also, I want to learn more about your culture. I am familiar with the history of the Armenian Genocide. I will not pity you, as you are a strong people with great pride; but I hope to extend a hand in support. I also am very Americanized (b/c I am Mexican American), and do not understand the traditions and roles and so forth. I am hoping to learn a lot so that our children will have an understanding of their father's side too; and hopefully learn the language and develop a sense of Armenian, Mexican, American identity. Any assistance is greatly appreciated!