In class yesterday we discussed the idea of representation and what it means. I completely understand that a flag is not really a flag, it's a representation of a flag...but what was the original flag then? Someone thought of the idea, so is that a representation of their idea of a flag?
I find it very interesting that the tribe in Kenya wanted to send New York City eight cows, with the huge difference in the two cultures. I wish things were simple like that still, where we could just give cows as thank-you's. Now it's all about technology in this country.
Perception is also something I've always wondered about. If we all see a red octagon on the side of the road, we know it means to stop. But if you are from another culture and don't have to drive or have never been on a road with signs, you would not know what the sign means. It really is all about the situation and circumstances.
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