to clarify, since i seem to the the "expert"-- the homies are latino characters. there is also a series of homies called "mijos", who are latino children. there is another series called "hipsters" who appear to be the african american version of the homies.
most interestingly though there is a new series of "homie clowns" which are, well, circus clowns with a bit of "ghetto style". these are completely absurd and fascinating. -k -----Original Message----- From: Melissa McCarthy [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Sunday, July 21, 2002 10:30 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: FLUXLIST: Ethnic confusion Today in my local Ames department store (a generic sort of discount establishment) I saw a vending machine for "Mijos" -- which seem to be Hispanic "Homies". And me without 2 quarters!!! The nearby grocery store had a "Homies" unit, but it was out of order on the day I saw it. I live in New Hampshire, in a hugely non-diverse small city, so I was a little surprised to see these wonderful little dudes and dudettes here -- and I too wonder if I should be apalled or delighted. Either way, I'm planning on starting my collection ASAP. If anyone is Homie or Mijo deprived, I'll be happy to help. Now I'm curious if there will be little "Canucks", or "White Trashies" or "Vaguely Western Euro-lings" to collect and trade? And Mr. Bowman, for those of us who are somewhat electronically challenged (no scanner), may we send a Blue-Haired You portrait via the time-honored tradition of snail (or air) mail? Truly, madly, deeply, Melissa Melissa McCarthy Hours: whimsical or by appointment ****>>>Adult, maybe; grown-up, never!<<<**** [EMAIL PROTECTED] _________________________________________________________________ MSN Photos is the easiest way to share and print your photos: http://photos.msn.com/support/worldwide.aspx
