I had a bizarre experience this weekend, as follows. On most occasions when I go out exploring, I wear my black shoes (as opposed to my grey Nike running shoes), as the black shoes have a more skid-proof sole. However, yesterday I spent about an hour on the street in my grey Nikes. During that hour I was approached no less than four times by strangers asking me if I spoke English and offering to sell me something. While wearing the black shoes I have had no one even speak to me.
I guess the black shoes look more "Ukrainian," right? Who knew?
It makes me wonder what else I do or say or wear which labels me as positive or negative, forward or backward, gullible or wise in the eyes of those around me.
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