What race are you?

[BitsyNaceyDog]

This (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=103487) thread get me thinking about races.

[beeniesmom]

I was going to do a thread like this a few months ago but changed my mind.

[Karen]

I posted "other" only because I was being picky. I like many New Englanders and Quebecois, am part Native American (MicMac, Miqmaq). It's a tiny part, and you'd never know it to look at me, I usually put Caucasian, cause I am a pasty-white white girl. My dad got the last remnants of his great-grandmother's coloring, his hair when he was young was the thick, glossy black, (started turning grey in his twenties) and he turns a lovely red-brown if he gets enough sun. I, alas, more inherited the Swedish and English coloring of the well-mixed gene pool - I BURN in the sun, and just get more freckles!

[kimboe]

I"m mostly Dene and a tiny bit english.

[Miss Z]

Just English and an itty bit of Welsh:)

[Roxyluvsme13]

Like 1/4-1/2 Native American, but I usually only put Caucasian. I still have tiny traces of the Cherokee from our family (dark hair, dark skin), but I'm mostly Caucasian I guess :p.

[Crazy-Cat-Lover]

I'm Caucasian. :)

[critter crazy]

I put other because i am half american and half mexican! not that anyone can tell, my brother was the lucky one with the all-year round tan. he he he he!! my mother is lovingly referred to as casper the friendly ghost!! ha ha ha ha ha :D

[Barbara]

I do not like the term of race. For me a race is a category in biology that is under the species (species being the category of individuals who can mate and have offspring together - so there is a species of horses, cats, Grey squirrels etc) and is defined by a breeding standard.

Humans have differences that are partly genetic and partly cultural. For humans with a mix of these differences I prefer the term "ethnic".

Why? Race only describes genetic differences and in general, humans are genetically very very similar. Two individuals from one "race" can have a much bigger genetic variety than the average variety between two "races".

It all started in Africa (well it does for most contemporary scientists;)): In most places now, people are that much genetically mixed, that no-one can tell to what "race" they might belong. In good old Europe it is the mix of original inhabitants, Romans, Central Asians coming during the time of migrations (ca. 500 A.C.) and everything that happened in history after that.
In the US, some Central Asians crossing the land bridge between Asia and America 35.000 years ago added to that mix coming over after 1492.

Ethnically I'm a European, German variety;)

[Anita Cholaine]

I voted other, since I'm italian, spanish, ukranian and south american native too! :)

[finn's mom]

I put Caucasian. But, I have some Cherokee in me. And, Irish, too. I'm a Heinz 57, All American mongrel for the most part, but, those are two backgrounds I've been told about. :)

[wolfsoul]

I'm Caucasian. :) I don't think I have anyone in my background other than white people, unless it was very far back (three of my cousins have some native though). On my mom's side I'm English, Scottish, and Danish, and on my dad's side I'm Romanian, German, and Polish.

[luvofallhorses]

I'm Caucasian. :)

me too. :)

[Kfamr]

I voted Caucasian, however I am part Cherokee.

[Flatcoatluver]

I'm Caucasian.

[Husky_mom]

i might say i´m caucasian, but i´m mexican too adn i believe i have a hint of european...........

[BitsyNaceyDog]

I do not like the term of race. For me a race is a category in biology that is under the species (species being the category of individuals who can mate and have offspring together - so there is a species of horses, cats, Grey squirrels etc) and is defined by a breeding standard.

Humans have differences that are partly genetic and partly cultural. For humans with a mix of these differences I prefer the term "ethnic".

Why? Race only describes genetic differences and in general, humans are genetically very very similar. Two individuals from one "race" can have a much bigger genetic variety than the average variety between two "races".

It all started in Africa (well it does for most contemporary scientists;)): In most places now, people are that much genetically mixed, that no-one can tell to what "race" they might belong. In good old Europe it is the mix of original inhabitants, Romans, Central Asians coming during the time of migrations (ca. 500 A.C.) and everything that happened in history after that.
In the US, some Central Asians crossing the land bridge between Asia and America 35.000 years ago added to that mix coming over after 1492.

Ethnically I'm a European, German variety;)

I've never though about it that way. I was just looking at it as a physical description, much like asking someone the color of their hair. Anyone who looks at me can see that I'm Caucasian.

[Lori Jordan]

Caucasion

[beeniesmom]

I am confused by some of the responses here.
Isn't the definition of caucasian white or of european descent?

[gemini9961]

Plain ol' Caucasian. :D

[My Peanuts]

I'm Caucasian. The breakdown is half Italian and the other half is mostly Ukrainian with a bit of Polish and Austrian. :)

[Karen]

I am confused by some of the responses here.
Isn't the definition of caucasian white or of european descent?

Yes.

[carole]

100 per cent caucasian born in scotland to scottish parents.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

HUMAN ! ;)

[dogzr#1]

Hispanic or Mexican- American. Not sure which one is correct though.

[davidpizzica]

caucasian. I'm a half & half. I'm Italian on my father's side and Lithuanian on my mother's side.

[.sarah]

Caucasian. I'm French on my mom's side and Irish and Scottish on my dad's side.

[lizbud]

HUMAN ! ;)


:D I was going to answer the same, Human. :D

[Pam]

We often have to *check off one box* on a form when it asks for race. I'm simple really - just plain old caucasian. I don't think ethnic background was asked for in this poll. Most of us are mutts really when you come down to it. :)

[momoffuzzyfaces]

:D I was going to answer the same, Human. :D
Well, you know they say great minds think alike!!! :D

[Almita]

I put other becuase I'm 1/5 Italian, Hispanic, German, Native American, Arabian.

[IRescue452]

I'm half native American (blackfoot), 1/4 Irish, a tiny bit Belgium, Oneida, French, and possibly some far removed African American on my father's side.

[sammy101]

Caucasian

[Vette]

Caucasian

[G535]

Some nice people from Mars dropped me off here so many years ago so I guess I'm an Alien! :D

[Oggyflute]

HUMAN ! ;)
Me too. Except in some cases in the mornings, and then it's anybody's guess.

[Cataholic]

MOFF and Liz beat me to it: I am of the HUMAN race....I am not very encouraging of things that break us apart ;)

[lvpets2002]

:) I am Caucasian with 1/2 German & 1/2 French blooded.. Also depends on what day of the week you talk to my coworkers & they would state I am "B" :p && however I really think I am a purr purr for my babies :D ..

[king2005]

I'm Caucasian as I'm whiter then a ghost. Irish, English & Acadian is on my dad's side. french & native american is on my moms side.

Needless to say I got the Irish skin & then some... My dad has red hair & I have some mixed in mine.

[cyber-sibes]

Hmmm, I voted, but you left out a LARGE catagory here - Hispanic! I know there's alot of people of Hispanic descent posting!

[PinkSunshine]

I'm Caucasian and I'm whiter then a ghost. Irish, and German

[ramanth]

Cacausian and a born US citizen according to the IRS and government. ;)

However, I have Native American (Choctaw), Irish, and Dutch roots from my mom's side and probably a little of everything on my dad's side.

[sirrahved]

I posted "other" only because I was being picky. I like many New Englanders and Quebecois, am part Native American (MicMac, Miqmaq). It's a tiny part, and you'd never know it to look at me, I usually put Caucasian, cause I am a pasty-white white girl. My dad got the last remnants of his great-grandmother's coloring, his hair when he was young was the thick, glossy black, (started turning grey in his twenties) and he turns a lovely red-brown if he gets enough sun. I, alas, more inherited the Swedish and English coloring of the well-mixed gene pool - I BURN in the sun, and just get more freckles!

I also put other. I also fall into that pasty-white burn-in-the-sun girls. I usually say my skin is clear:)

I'm 1/16th Canadian Blackfoot. On my father's side of the family there is probably also some unidentified either Native American or African American blood.

My general feeling is that I can't claim one race. How can I just say that part of me doesn't exist? I like multi-racial the best for me.

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

I have NO idea!! But I am "full-Belgian", europian white. Does that make me a caucasian then??

[DrNiblik]

Irish.

[My Peanuts]

I have NO idea!! But I am "full-Belgian", europian white. Does that make me a caucasian then??

Yep, you are considered caucasian.

[Mad Mags Moo]

I am Scottish but my mum is Irish!!!! :D

[Toby's my baby]

I put other, I'm a little bit of everything. :p I'm German, Scandinavian, Norwegian ( :o ), Mexican, Caucasian, Native American....that's all I can think of. I am pretty white though, I look a little Mexican I guess. A lot of my "friends" make fun of me sometimes for being Mexican, cause they know if pisses me off....though I dont know why. I'm hardly at all Mexican, but w/e haha.

[dab_20]

I'm caucasian.

[cyber-sibes]

I have NO idea!! But I am "full-Belgian", europian white. Does that make me a caucasian then??
Yes, dear. You would be classified as caucasian. Me, too. I'm "Euro-American" - Canadian French & Czech, with a dollop of MicMac Indian - hey Karen, maybe we're related? :D

[Lobodeb]

94% Mexican with a pinch (6%) of Aztec. ;)

**Edit to add: 100% American!

[Jamieejo85]

im mexican-american

[GoldenLuv]

umm what's this got to do with anything

anyways i am Heinz 57

[Karen]

umm what's this got to do with anything

anyways i am Heinz 57

Think she was just curious!

[Giselle]

I don't think the topic of races/ethnicities should break people apart. Rather, they should bring us together as we discover the similarities that are so apparent throughout each culture. I am human, as are the rest of you, but the world would be quite a boring place if we banded together as a single ethnicity :p (IMHO)

We like to travel because we love to immerse ourselves in foreign places and experience the authenticity of the culture. I don't think these different "classifications" should be used to break people apart, but they should be used to expand our knowledge and help us to understand and appreciate the world around us. I am Asian (Chinese) and I'm darn proud! My ethnicity is something that brings me much pride and joy. It's something that sets me apart from others and I'm very proud I was blessed with this opportunity to actively engage in two entirely different worlds (American/Chinese).

[sirrahved]

Giselle- I totally agree! I don't think it's wrong at all to be proud of your heritage, but judging people because of their heritage is always detrimental.

[RICHARD]

Nascar!

:d