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.