> >What makes a mod a
> > mod?? Answer that question without answering with the generic, "A
> > mod is a person that likes modern jazz, soul, and early motown. Mods
> > ride scooters and wear suits."
EASY!!!
The Mod attitude was summed up perfectly in the 60s by ultimate mod band
- the Bee Gees...
"I was a lover, a leader of men
All of the women I knew were my friends"
> > After we take all the toys and
> > material objects away tell me what separates you from the naked man
> > next to you.
> What naked man next to me?
I've got a nicer arse!
... I'm a better dancer, more intelligent, nicer, wittier (unless it's
Andy BB standing next to me) - get the picture?
> >Is there a psychology that
> > makes a mod a mod.
In a word: yes.
I believe so....... it's a philosophy of living life - of leading not
following - of art, passion, love, freedom, espresso...
> >Rather then slagging the late '80s movement you should
> > hold it as a trophy to another great advancement and achievement of
> > British culture and the ongoing mod movement.
Urgh! A trophy to another great advancement?
Did I miss something here??
> True, but they were crusties anyway. And who wants to go and dance in a
> field? I mean have you ever seen a decent bar with ice in a field? Can
> you put talc on a field?
Dancing in a field has it's plus points. Lots of fresh air for a start!
(less need for ice)
And who needs talc anyway?? I mean - OK - sometimes - but there's more
to dancing than just slippin' and slidin' - there's poking out people's
eyes for a
start.............................................................
Back to my tomato and basil soup......
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