dianjan Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 (edited) How [NOT] To: Armenian Genocide Protest One day out of the entire year motivates Armenians to get off their butts and do something for their people: April 24th. On the 24th of every April, Armenians the world over - but especially in the Los Angeles area - take to the streets to protest the Turkish embassy for recognition of the Genocide. The younger generation especially goes out to protest. If you're planning on doing the same, I have some tips for you: 1. April 24th is not a happy day. In fact, it marks the tortures and deaths of over 1,500,000 of our ancestors. Understand this thoroughly. 2. Don't wear your latest hot pink top or fluffy mini skirt to the protest. This isn't your bachelorette party, it's a solemn occasion. Ask yourself, "Can I wear this to a funeral?" If the answer is no, then pick something else. You will have 364 other days in that year to wear what you want. 3. April 24th is not an invitation to flirt or act like an idiot: you are there to remember those who have passed and protest to get our Genocide recognized. Laughing, playfully hitting some Armenian guy/girl, yapping on your cell phone, and in general acting like a moron is not fine. Leave your normal tendencies behind on that day, because it's not about you. 4. Turn down your music. We notice your 20" rims and limousine tint, even if we can't make out what car you're driving because of the 293 flags that you have on it. We get it: you care about the cause. Blasting Tupac so loud that people in China can hear you? Uh, no. Also, don't endanger the lives of everyone on the road: we protest to honor those who have passed and to make sure they are not forgotten, not to create a path of carnage with our cars. 5. Related to number 4, leave your fancy crap at home. Why do people attend with their LV purses, $500 cell phones, fancy jewelry, expensive clothing, and other obviously extra items? I'm not saying go to it naked, but leave your crap at home: this isn't show and tell. If I sound a little bitter, it's because I am. Every year I see this and every year it seems to get worse. I understand: you're too young and not very bright. Kudos to you for deciding to dedicate one day out of your life to a cause greater than your own, but don't use it as an excuse to make a mockery out of everything we're fighting for. When the day comes that the Armenian Genocide is universally recognized - and that day will come - you can crash random funerals in your Infiniti G35 blasting 50 Cent - acting like and wearing whatever you please. Until then, please reconsider. via armoblog Edited April 20, 2007 by MosJan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zartonk Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 Marvelous post dianjan. This is heartfelt from whoever posted it. (Is it your blog?) Not only do some of our dear youth undermine the sheer gravity of the occasion, they unfortunatley associate the word Armenian and the tricolor flag with one day and one concept only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Takoush Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 Marvelous post dianjan. This is heartfelt from whoever posted it. (Is it your blog?) Not only do some of our dear youth undermine the sheer gravity of the occasion, they unfortunatley associate the word Armenian and the tricolor flag with one day and one concept only. Bravo Dianjan: I couldn't agree with Zartonk more.... it is a great post and very well and tactfully said. It is justified to teach our youth; otherwise they wouldn't know what to expect of this solumn occasion and why. And like Zartonk said; this isn't just a one day thing; but we should respect our flag and our sacred Genocide cause throughout the year. We have to remember that by respecting our anscestors and our country is the same as respecting our own selves, and there's a connection between our individuality and our country that every individual must have and must feel and regard that nationality pride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_femme333_ Posted April 18, 2007 Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 Most of the youth think that it is just a show, and they're part of the show so they must make some kind of an impression. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hosank Posted April 18, 2007 Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 do not worry aper, im a good youth.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dianjan Posted April 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 Marvelous post dianjan. This is heartfelt from whoever posted it. (Is it your blog?) Not only do some of our dear youth undermine the sheer gravity of the occasion, they unfortunatley associate the word Armenian and the tricolor flag with one day and one concept only. Thank you very much Zartonk jan. No, it's not my blog, but it was forwarded to me today by my friend. I agree with you about today's youth.. It's just for show unfortunately for many. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dianjan Posted April 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 Bravo Dianjan: I couldn't agree with Zartonk more.... it is a great post and very well and tactfully said. It is justified to teach our youth; otherwise they wouldn't know what to expect of this solumn occasion and why. And like Zartonk said; this isn't just a one day thing; but we should respect our flag and our sacred Genocide cause throughout the year. We have to remember that by respecting our anscestors and our country is the same as respecting our own selves, and there's a connection between our individuality and our country that every individual must have and must feel and regard that nationality pride. Thank you Anahid jan. I can't take the credit for writing it, but after reading it, I knew that I wanted others to read it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Takoush Posted April 18, 2007 Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 Thank you Anahid jan. I can't take the credit for writing it, but after reading it, I knew that I wanted others to read it. You are welcomed dear friend, and very good of you that you have posted here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Accelerated Posted April 18, 2007 Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 *deep sigh*. So its not cool if me and Mos turn up in his Hummer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadArmo Posted April 18, 2007 Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 *deep sigh*. So its not cool if me and Mos turn up in his Hummer? Sure it's cool... Just don't have Dapak or Deepak blasting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aSoldier Posted April 18, 2007 Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 How [NOT] To: Armenian Genocide Protest One day out of the entire year motivates Armenians to get off their butts and do something for their people: April 24th. On the 24th of every April, Armenians the world over - but especially in the Los Angeles area - take to the streets to protest the Turkish embassy for recognition of the Genocide. The younger generation especially goes out to protest. If you're planning on doing the same, I have some tips for you: 1. April 24th is not a happy day. In fact, it marks the tortures and deaths of over 1,500,000 of our ancestors. Understand this thoroughly. 2. Don't wear your latest hot pink top or fluffy mini skirt to the protest. This isn't your bachelorette party, it's a solemn occasion. Ask yourself, "Can I wear this to a funeral?" If the answer is no, then pick something else. You will have 364 other days in that year to wear what you want. 3. April 24th is not an invitation to flirt or act like an idiot: you are there to remember those who have passed and protest to get our Genocide recognized. Laughing, playfully hitting some Armenian guy/girl, yapping on your cell phone, and in general acting like a moron is not fine. Leave your normal tendencies behind on that day, because it's not about you. 4. Turn down your music. We notice your 20" rims and limousine tint, even if we can't make out what car you're driving because of the 293 flags that you have on it. We get it: you care about the cause. Blasting Tupac so loud that people in China can hear you? Uh, no. Also, don't endanger the lives of everyone on the road: we protest to honor those who have passed and to make sure they are not forgotten, not to create a path of carnage with our cars. 5. Related to number 4, leave your fancy crap at home. Why do people attend with their LV purses, $500 cell phones, fancy jewelry, expensive clothing, and other obviously extra items? I'm not saying go to it naked, but leave your crap at home: this isn't show and tell. this is going in myspace bulletin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dianjan Posted April 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 this is going in myspace bulletin! what's your myspace name? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aSoldier Posted April 19, 2007 Report Share Posted April 19, 2007 what's your myspace name? it's a secret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosJan Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 *deep sigh*. So its not cool if me and Mos turn up in his Hummer? no bro - this is i'm not attending the Hollywood event i'l be going to our local church in the morning then to MonteBello Event - and no not in the H1 - ill take our ZumZum about 1 pm i'l take teh H1 and drive to Palm Springs - hunt for our Proud Armenians who took the day off for commemorating Ag but are resting and having fun in Palm Springs / BigBear / LasVegas - so Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zartonk Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 about 1 pm i'l take teh H1 and drive to Palm Springs - hunt for our Proud Armenians who took the day off for commemorating Ag but are resting and having fun in Palm Springs / BigBear / LasVegas - so Mos the enforcer. Arnold has nothing on you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosJan Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 His my mentor / his the man !!! all i need to do is get 2' taller and get in to politics than Walla / be the next governor of Glendale's Maple Park / USta Ando is Retiring so ready to take over that will char Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sip Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 Hahaha ... Your first action: make Apricot Juice the official state drink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosJan Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 i need to Consult that w/ my Armenica Consultant Arpa Papik if not the state drink then it will be served to kids in any CA kindergarten & School any PHD MD and anyone born in months of July in days of 25th to 29 should get a free pass to any Buffet in any state of USA & Canada ok ok o enough / lets not make a mockery out of this topic since it is something that neeed's to be told Lets all Thank dianjan for posting / opening such topic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosJan Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 may we add some more to it ?? keep the aria clean - no cigarette buts or empty water bottles - keep them till you find a designated place to dump them - remember the volunteers are only to help you - not to clean after you and the rest of the participants avoid using your cell phone - and NO you can;t call home and ask if they can see you on TV or not avoid supporting the solicitors - yes the thugs that profit from the event by offering goods for seal - T shirts / stickers / flags / bandannas .... / i can assure you not a single$ made by them gos to any good couse - unless you see some sort of document that's stats who this person is or what organisation his working for avoid them !!! we have no need to support people who have joined the Armenian Genocide Indu$try for profit be polite / educate people who might approach you w/ a question - don;t depress them by telling them horrors of the events / be brief - point them to right direction - gave them a URL of a web site such as ANCA or whichever one you like / print some URLS on a business size cards gave them to people who have questions / no need to print 1000000 - just a hand fool no horn honking !!! - we know you have the best Bosch horns - avoid driving next to the demonstrates and making the life's miserable / get offfffff you cars and walk invite your none-Armenian friend to join you lookout for people who might need help / elders youngsters / keep an water bottle handy if your older or someone that needs to take hes her medicine - take them on time !!! Petik at Hye Pharmacy will be closed on the 24th so your out of luck if you don't; have them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dianjan Posted April 20, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 it's a secret fine, fine.. I wont ask Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dianjan Posted April 20, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 may we add some more to it ?? keep the aria clean - no cigarette buts or empty water bottles - keep them till you find a designated place to dump them - remember the volunteers are only to help you - not to clean after you and the rest of the participants avoid using your cell phone - and NO you can;t call home and ask if they can see you on TV or not avoid supporting the solicitors - yes the thugs that profit from the event by offering goods for seal - T shirts / stickers / flags / bandannas .... / i can assure you not a single$ made by them gos to any good couse - unless you see some sort of document that's stats who this person is or what organisation his working for avoid them !!! we have no need to support people who have joined the Armenian Genocide Indu$try for profit be polite / educate people who might approach you w/ a question - don;t depress them by telling them horrors of the events / be brief - point them to right direction - gave them a URL of a web site such as ANCA or whichever one you like / print some URLS on a business size cards gave them to people who have questions / no need to print 1000000 - just a hand fool no horn honking !!! - we know you have the best Bosch horns - avoid driving next to the demonstrates and making the life's miserable / get offfffff you cars and walk invite your none-Armenian friend to join you lookout for people who might need help / elders youngsters / keep an water bottle handy if your older or someone that needs to take hes her medicine - take them on time !!! Petik at Hye Pharmacy will be closed on the 24th so your out of luck if you don't; have them Mosjan, you're welcome, and great additions to the list Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zartonk Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 nvite your none-Armenian friend to join you Until we realize and implement this, we are just another protest group, another bunch of "them", irrelevant to your average American's existence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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