so, in random bored browsing, discovery can happen.

"Beware the glamour of internationalism!! Internationalism is just as bad as nationalism. That lure of wanting to be or being proud that one is a citizen of the world and making that one's whole identity is a big mistake. An internationalist has access to all cultures and countries but does not have any accountability to live in accordance to the rules and laws of that country. They sit and observe peoples and cultures without any thought to their own--like a fly on the wall. They may say a lot and offer advice and criticism but not actually do anything to change the situation. They may be well-read, well-travelled and have tasted a variety of food all over the world, but their love for these places don't deepen, in fact their relationships are the same way--meaningful on the surface with painfully shallow roots."

thankyou, hansypansy, God bless your little anonymous self, and save me from a horrifying life of detatched observation.