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Bf said something that put me off

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Lipsynched · 27/09/2023 22:01

We were out the other day and a person with dwarfism walked past our table. Bf whispered to me that a dwarf was was walking past and indicated with his eyes to look. I ignored it and changed the subject but it’s really put me off. He’s not displayed bigoted attitudes about people with physical disabilities before but what reaction did he want me to have? Why is it worth mentioning?

he is a fan of close to the bone humour in other ways (I’ve always had a dark sense of humour myself) but I feel like a few things have recently have just crossed a line for me and making me doubt whether I see a future.

am I being too sensitive?

OP posts:
Jonisaysitbest · 28/09/2023 17:17

How old is he? Is he older than you?

Times have changed but some older people haven't changed with them.

Just looking at the 'humour' Russell Brand was famous for in the 00s shows how a few years ago different things were considered acceptable. Obviously they never actually were but the perception was different.

I am am not excusing him in any way but he either needs educating or it's time to dump him.

GilbertMarkham · 28/09/2023 18:35

I don't think age is an excuse for a "look, a dwarf!!" elbow/stage whisper situation.....

Nobody decent does that, regardless of age.
You have to be a moron of a certain type.

PollyAmour · 28/09/2023 18:38

Eurgh, I would get rid of him. Anyone who finds differently abled people a source of amusement shouldn't be let off, not for any reason.

HoneyBadgerMom · 28/09/2023 18:44

Dating is for learning if you are compatible with someone. If this bothers you, move on.

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