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Originally Posted by Cheburashka
I guess one would fit right in with the gay pirates in Russia and Ukraine. But if not, a pierced ear will definitely stand out. My advice: remove it.
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Originally Posted by Manchester
Take them out.
Dont put them back. |
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Originally Posted by Longfellow
Leave it to a Brit to have the most outspoken opinion where personal choice of appearance is concerned... :-)
I am a child of the California 60's... the age of hippies and counter-culture... I generally do not conform to opinion just because 'everyone' thinks one way... I like my earrings and they have significance to me... each represents a loved one in my life that has passed. I do not change them or have elaborate decoration... 3 small rings from 2 cm to 1 cm. I am not a 'poof' or 'chav' or slave to fashion... I did this before it was 'acceptable' adornment here and suffered the criticisms far more than you provide. ;-Ю But I will remove them while I'm in Ukraine, out of respect for my lady, her family and general safety. She already knows I have these, does not seemed bothered but doesn't express opinion as to what I 'should' do while there. I think she likes me as I am... and that is wonderful. Another breath of fresh air after 'dating' American women and being told from the gate how I was or was not acceptable to their high standards (if the rings were solid gold or diamond encrusted, I might have fared better). I promise, Manchester, if I ever seek your affection I will remove them as you ask. Kiss, kiss. (All in jest - no ill-will meant or perceived) |
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Originally Posted by Rockyof Florida
LF- just wear them when you and your girl are together and when the two of you are out and about don't wear them. Test the waters over there!!
Rocky |
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Originally Posted by AkMike
I've never seen any men with ear rings during my trips to Ukraine either. A refreshing lack of tatoo's also! Tanya said that tat's are for criminals as a general rule, and women never have them.
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Originally Posted by weather-7
Tatoos are rather popular now, and many women have them. And it doesn't mean they are criminals.
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Originally Posted by Longfellow
This is widespread now in US, many men even pierce both ears.
I have had a single pierced ear since 1980, now it is 3 small rings in one lobe. How prevalent is this in FSU? Would it make me stand out as a foreigner? Would it be wise to remove these during my visit to Ukraine? Do any FSU ladies have an opinion on this type of jewelry on a man? |
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Originally Posted by weather-7
If you look cute with rings in your ear, so leave them where they are and relax. If you look in different way among the rest people it means you are special.
Just be natural. If you feel yourself comfortable with earrings, why you should remove them? |
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Originally Posted by Longfellow
I also asked Tanya her feelings about this.
She finally responded (Cable and Internet was broken for 1.5 days at her home). Here is her reply: "Ken, about rings in ear in Crimea as and every where here is a lot of people who have it. And not only in ear, sometime in very not expected places. Myself I have never had this. But I am respect a right of people to express ownself with this and others ways. If you fill well with this, I will be feel well too. The most important for me your personal qualities. My parents think the same, I am sure. They are not limited, intelligent, kind people." So that is the only answer that really has any weight on the question for me. If, while there it looks to be a big deal, I can always take them out. I do appreciate everyone for giving me their experience and thoughts. It's been a pretty fun thread! |
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Originally Posted by weather-7
Well I was right in giving advice for you.
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she asked nicely if I would shave, so off it came. What did I get from that exchange? Well, I got her. Nice trade. Maybe she will let me grow a beard later, maybe her cheeks will never adapt to a beard. I have never been one to stand on fashion anyway. It was something I could do to make her feel (literally in this case haha) more comfortable. I never asked what her mother thought about beards but I wonder if that entered into this a little, also.
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Originally Posted by weather-7
Tatoos are rather popular now, and many women have them.
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Originally Posted by Longfellow
My ex had a tattoo of a little bird done on her rump when she was younger.
By the time we split up, it looked like a flippin' condor! |
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Originally Posted by Rockyof Florida
LMAO, OMG!!!!!!!!!
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Originally Posted by Longfellow
This is widespread now in US, many men even pierce both ears.
I have had a single pierced ear since 1980, now it is 3 small rings in one lobe. How prevalent is this in FSU? Would it make me stand out as a foreigner? Would it be wise to remove these during my visit to Ukraine? Do any FSU ladies have an opinion on this type of jewelry on a man? |
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