localsadgay asked:

hey uh I'm not sure if you know but g*psy is a slur used against Rromani people and is actually really harmful to use unless you are rromani and are reclaiming it

My ethnic background is almost impossible to trace but we have concluded that I contain several european origins including Rromani, spanish etc SO I do claim the title gypsy and do not se it as a slur at all… Just like I choose to own homo, fag, fairy etc etc.  

My view has always been to take away the power of an insult.  Its my way of owning who I am and what I am.

Also in this day of politicial correctness I find it daunting when trying to not offend anyone, sometimes I lose track of that is and is not offensive :S

POINT IS - My overall aim in life is to never intentionally offend someone but always be honest and upfront.


hope that provides you with clarification.  xo Tro.