tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9115587.post2827602618680943657..comments2024-03-28T20:36:22.323-07:00Comments on Something: DisenfranchizedKim Carneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02835737810295355817noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9115587.post-49165922579523959842007-04-20T00:02:00.000-07:002007-04-20T00:02:00.000-07:00Lots of food for thought here. I've never watched ...Lots of food for thought here. I've never watched or listened to Don Imus so my opinions are limited to the general kindness that humans should show each other. People can be shocking and insulting, giving an 'in your face' attitude. This is part of the freedom that our great country has formed. But there are still lines that shouldn't be crossed and obviously he crossed that line. It's good that when it was crossed, action was taken. It sends out the message that this just isn't ok. And it's letting women know that they shouldn't accept that kind of language, not just from a different race, but from their own race as well.<BR/><BR/>I have to admit that I don't notice the ED commercials because we skip right by all commercials thanks to tivo. Unfortunately though, those commercials are popular because there's obviously a market for it. However they can (should?) be banned like cigarette and hard liquor commercials. Personally, my biggest problem with popular television is the sensationalism of many reality shows. The ones for competition or for mind/body/spirit/home improvement are ok as long as they don't focus on some kind of petty rivalry or cattiness. It all goes back to the general kindness all humans should have for each other.<BR/><BR/>Thank you so much for visiting by my blog last night. Truly, I'm honored since you did me the tremendous favor of showing me how to do the Pop Art. In response to your question about SPT, I used to spend some time on their blog last year but have never posted. I've submitted a few things to Studio Friday and was a regular at Illustration Friday for several months but have taken a break from most creative challenges for the moment.<BR/><BR/>I also hope you soon find a balance between work, life and art. Because you're creative spirit needs to continue to shine.madretzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07773461029643334609noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9115587.post-8984830928534205032007-04-19T21:56:00.000-07:002007-04-19T21:56:00.000-07:00In Belgium we are very afraid of the changes the e...In Belgium we are very afraid of the changes the elections in June will bring.The party we are afraid af 'Vlaams Belang'has already been to court on charges of racism.<BR/>I hope u will be able to find the balance between work and free time.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9115587.post-81738014227917529552007-04-19T14:38:00.000-07:002007-04-19T14:38:00.000-07:00Oh Kim, I couldn't agree with you more on all of t...Oh Kim, I couldn't agree with you more on all of this. Imus got bit by his own dog. <BR/><BR/>We have tried to teach and be mindful of human relations here at our place too. We have had meaningful discussions and I think we try to be mindful of other peoples feelings in our encounters. Of course, there will always be the thoughtless slip up of character on occasion and I am willing to forgive as I hope others will forgive mine.<BR/><BR/>But, as you say, somethings just should not be tolerated. The erectile disfunction commercials being one of them. The girls gone wild another. We have spewed forth these images and expect children to be able to deal with them better than we do. It is unfortunate that those types of things continue to be tolerated. It's not just TV. It's billboards and magazines and all types of other places. <BR/><BR/>I just wish the pendulum would swing more towrad the center for a bit.<BR/><BR/>I am sorry your work life is invading your life. I hope the commute doesn't wear too badly on you. I look forward to your inspirations. Here's hoping some "well filling" on your side so you can continue on as long as needed.Robynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15676098515413550062noreply@blogger.com