Are characteristics like wanting to walk barefoot inherited, or societal?

Subject: Are characteristics like wanting to walk barefoot inherited, or societal?

Date: Mon Mar 29 05:08:34 1999
Posted by vpp@comcap.gr
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Area of science: Genetics
ID: 922705714.Ge

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My friend adopted an 8 month old gypsy babyboy and now that the 
boy is 8 years old, he doesnt want to wear shoes.  My friend 
insists that this is because the gypsies walk around barefoot all 
throughout their lives, and since the baby has that background, 
it was bound to happen.  i disagree, telling him that it has 
nothing to do with genetics.  What do you think?
Vicki

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