I have heared about it in France and so on, but I have never seen any Americans kiss as a greeting. It really distrubs me. My boyfriends mother kisses everyone when we leave, and I think it's pretty nasty. I feel offensive to turn her down.
Anyone else think it's just nasty?
2006-11-27 03:30:55 · 10 answers · asked by Poestalker 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
on the lips? if so, that's pretty weird.
if its just on the cheek, it ain't that bad.
2006-11-27 03:32:34 · answer #1 · answered by ** i Am hiS giRL ** 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Americans are one of the few peoples who do not kiss each other as a greeting and/or otherwise show affection. Many people think we are cold for that reason. Perhaps your boyfriend's mother was raised in a different culture or is descended from immigrants from a more demonstrative culture.
2006-11-27 03:39:11 · answer #2 · answered by braennvin2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I come from a very affectionate family. We kiss and hug each other a lot. But, we can tell if someone else doesn't feel that way and we will not push this on them. And we will not kiss anyone we don't know well. And it's not nasty. Maybe you have a problem.
2006-11-27 03:37:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Unless your bf's mother is giving the tongue then get over it. My family is very close, we still kiss our parents, grandparents, siblings, cousins, and so on and so on. That is how we were all raised and it isn't nasty, just a sign of affection. If it really makes you that uncomfortable then offer her a cheek, perhaps she'll get the hint that your not into it. Or, have your bf talk to her about it. Let him explain your concerns and hesitations. But for goodness sakes, learn to love a little!
2006-11-27 05:33:40 · answer #4 · answered by cupid6980 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is a difference between a kiss good bye...and an intimate kiss. A kiss on the cheek, or a quick kiss goodbye on the lips is a show of affection....anything more is definitely nasty!!
2006-11-27 03:33:13 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What makes you feel it's nasty? Is it the way she kisses? Or is it the gesture itself that bothers you? Of course there are families who are very warm and consider it a normal gesture to kiss people goodbye or when they welcome someone home or seeing them after a while. I've been kissed by my Australian, New Zealand, American and Canadian friends. I think it's a lovely gesture of friendship.
2006-11-27 03:34:54 · answer #6 · answered by happykat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree, It's gross and wrong. People say it's just politeness but really it's just an excuse for perving. I would recommend carrying a cow taser for extra protection should this situation arise again
2006-11-27 03:35:08 · answer #7 · answered by I am the Badger Princess. 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
get over yourself. kissing is a way of showing affection, and it's also a way of connection. by kissing you, she's letting you know that not only does she like you, but considers you family.
2006-11-27 03:33:02 · answer #8 · answered by apple 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
What? My family has for years. I think you're the strange one my dear. Why? What does everyone in your family do....shake hands?
2006-11-27 03:54:14 · answer #9 · answered by Quasimodo 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-29 13:35:12 · answer #10 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋