I am constantly observing and I noticed many kids have split pants. The pants are intentionally designed this way. Now, add this thought to my squatting toilet experiences and guess what? Yes, the split pants are for going potty...without a potty. It is a common sight to see parents allowing their children to squat absolutely anywhere in public to pee or pooh. And unlike my constant poop and scoop for Cleo, parents do not clean up afterwards. So, any surface or ledge or anywhere I step could be a potential latrine. I often wonder if the poops I see laying around are human or animal. I will not step in a puddle of any kind. I make sure I take off my shoes before I step into my dorm. I cringe when a child reaches out to touch me or see kids cradled, split pants and all, in adult arms. I just think germs, germs, germs!!!!
Apparently, young children are trained to whistle while doing their business. This is not a warning sign but an “in-progress” signal.
Although I am grossed out, I accept it is a cultural reality. If you think about it, how would China deal with all those disposal diapers? I guess washable/reusable diapers aren’t an option.
Sorry, I can't bring myself to take pictures for this post.
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