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OP Don't think I've seen a thread on the names we are called that reflect where we live - apologies if there has been one. There's been bits n pieces, but not a whole thread.
We've heard mention of Hoosiers (loved the previous post about the College team's banner - "Hoosier Daddy?"), Scousers, the "Show Me" state and so on.
Some terms may be offensive - I for one would like to know why and seek guidance as to when/if it is appropriate to use them. Jappie (South African - pron yar-pee), Mick (Irish) (Hi GallantTed) and Wetback probably fall into this category.
Take me frinstance - a proud Sandgroper (former New South Welshman, son of a Mexican (Victorian - south of the border!) and a Cockney). Why? Every hole we dig tells you why - Perth sits on unconsolidated sands 3 kilometres deep. Completely inoffensive.
Let's start with Canuck........I'd like to know why.
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