tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post3610962880194889879..comments2024-03-08T01:45:59.972-08:00Comments on simply vintageous...by Suzan: Dr Huxtable......................I presume?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04867123594514649770noreply@blogger.comBlogger50125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-81966248071801072162014-11-26T03:48:35.877-08:002014-11-26T03:48:35.877-08:00Another great post, always say what's in your ...Another great post, always say what's in your heart and speak what's on your mind. We are being rocked by scandal after scandal here - the police investigation 'operation yewtree' began after allegations were made against a very famous and much loved DJ called Jimmy Savile. It has led to a nightmare of revelations, the man was a monster and got away with unspeakable atrocities, I don't know if it's a good or bad thing that he died before the truth came out as there is really no punishment suitable for the crimes he committed. It has unearthed a horror story of abuse in the 70's from all walks of life but particularly the entertainment industry. As more and more people are implicated in what was really a culture of groping, innuendo and belittling women (or anyone vulnerable depending on sexual preferences) it is getting difficult to avoid a witch hunt. It's almost as though the authorities in their desperation to atone for previous lack of interest is now investigating anyone and everyone. It is very hard to look back and not feel that all our idols had feet of clay. <br />Like so many other women growing up at that time I have my fair share of stories, from the almost comic (I was once chased round and round a board room table like something out of a bad episode of Benny Hill) to the tragic (being 'date raped' and being too ashamed to tell anyone) we just have to stay strong, support each other and bring up our daughters to expect better.Gerry Rusthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13766799871684764704noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-58651436510264452222014-11-25T09:31:22.360-08:002014-11-25T09:31:22.360-08:00I'm sorry to read this Rhonda -
It IS very im...I'm sorry to read this Rhonda - <br />It IS very important for us to stick together - it's the only way ( like you said ) that we can implement change<br />Much love to you<br />XOXOAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04867123594514649770noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-20126234147849292242014-11-24T12:16:41.525-08:002014-11-24T12:16:41.525-08:00Thank you, my friend, for each and every word you&...Thank you, my friend, for each and every word you've shared here. I am so terribly disappointed in Bill Cosby. I always wanted him to be my dad due to The Cosby Show. :( The women that have come forward are a part of that time when things of this nature were never spoken of and I am familiar with that. I grew up in the 50's with a mother that was totally subservient to men. I never understood it and later, in the 60's and 70's I would question her. "I" was the freak show! Too many situations have occurred with women that have or still live in fear. Way too sad ~<br /><br />Every girl needs to be able to say "No" with ease as well as a boy hearing it and honoring the word and the girl.<br /><br />xo<br />Pat<br />P.S. A job I had in the late 60's, early 70's was with a financial institution. We had a woman supervisor that left books in the break room for us to read. One of the guidelines stated that we should not wear shoes (high heels then) with open toes or heels as it would cause the men to lust after us! I kid you not ~ Gypsy Hearthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08776584538863129486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-1009930484890927152014-11-24T11:10:46.767-08:002014-11-24T11:10:46.767-08:00Bless you for saying this, Suzanne! I know too ma...Bless you for saying this, Suzanne! I know too many women who've been afraid to speak up and speak out about what has happened to them. If Bill Cosby is guilty, and that is IF, then he should have to pay in the same way that a non-celebrity would. And it would be horrific if it's true, but I don't believe those women are all just looking for 15 minutes of fame. . .Cynthiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12771661767576872674noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-54687149395627388792014-11-24T09:13:48.526-08:002014-11-24T09:13:48.526-08:00I love Helen Reddy!!
The post is serious busines...I love Helen Reddy!! <br /><br />The post is serious business. I'm so disheartened by the "Dr. Huxtable" business (that's what I most remember him from too). I saw this morning where a then-15-yr old girl came out that he did a pre-school show with and said he did the same to her. 15. *sigh* It just keeps getting worse. What a rotten path he paved for his life, I guess it's just decaying. I'm sad the image wasn't true.mail4roseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17850985344834209198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-67378526618540484272014-11-24T07:22:39.620-08:002014-11-24T07:22:39.620-08:00I didn't know that! So gross!I didn't know that! So gross!A Whole Lotta Magichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15416878913961474994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-62864937885805542612014-11-24T06:32:01.509-08:002014-11-24T06:32:01.509-08:00Thank YOU Cyndi ............
xoxoThank YOU Cyndi ............<br />xoxoAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04867123594514649770noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-65270956990379183852014-11-24T06:22:17.026-08:002014-11-24T06:22:17.026-08:00Amen ........................
and amen.
XOXOAmen ........................<br />and amen.<br />XOXOAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04867123594514649770noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-76150568645023668792014-11-24T06:21:07.997-08:002014-11-24T06:21:07.997-08:00Well we won't even go there with the Catholic ...Well we won't even go there with the Catholic Church and the nightmare one of my cousin's lived as an alter boy, K ???<br />Thank YOU Barbara,<br />XOXOAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04867123594514649770noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-82155742920974994982014-11-24T05:40:30.201-08:002014-11-24T05:40:30.201-08:00We had a similar story here last year with a tv pe...We had a similar story here last year with a tv personality. It's amazing how these women are immediately judged then the tune changes when the truth comes out. As a mother of 3 boys I only hope we've raised them right and that they remember what they've been taught in regards to women. For my girls I wish them the world but I hope that world treats them with respect, great post xxMel@Mellywood's Mansionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07636427820882725798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-68847849317669005192014-11-24T02:50:17.286-08:002014-11-24T02:50:17.286-08:00You never fail to make some very valid points in y...You never fail to make some very valid points in your rants Suzan! You also never fail to be a good listener and I am so thankful for it.Danni@SiloHillFarmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13220897952708626415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-13950320166078263542014-11-24T00:21:17.653-08:002014-11-24T00:21:17.653-08:00Why else would you write a blog than to talk about...Why else would you write a blog than to talk about all the things that happen and matter to you in your daily life? As much as that is usually about projects and lifestyle inspiration, it is also about the things that move us to speak out. In the culture of celebrity, from Michael Jackson and Bill Clinton to Jian Gomesh, Bill Cosby and OJ Simpson, there is a conspiracy of forgiveness and even a degree of celebrity for the victims that makes the crimes not be reported or prosecuted as they should have been. We need to collectively level the playing field so no person has the perception of power or elevated status that condones bad behaviour. We must never confuse a character being played or a position held as the person themselves. Always hit publish!Maureen Wyatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03717877610585066150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-7984208637504356772014-11-23T19:57:27.335-08:002014-11-23T19:57:27.335-08:00Wow, this is such a powerful post...and so well wr...Wow, this is such a powerful post...and so well written. Thanks for your honesty.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18345988949919255902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-40172479389168312992014-11-23T19:30:05.890-08:002014-11-23T19:30:05.890-08:00As a woman of the 60s & 70s also, I applaud yo...As a woman of the 60s & 70s also, I applaud you for speaking out. So many of us experienced sexual harrasment in the workplace. It was almost an expectation that our bosses could speak innapropriately. As a 17 year old, I was sexually harrased by my 40+ year old boss and just that was the way it was. One of the things I'm proudest of is that we have been able to raise daughters who don't have to out up with this type of abuse anymore. We paved the way for future generations!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17063046271695834588noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-26995782238177790542014-11-23T18:38:23.662-08:002014-11-23T18:38:23.662-08:00How many women does it take to prove one man guilt...How many women does it take to prove one man guilty? Scores it would seem... :(amazingsusanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06004813788224627823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-49496269682750398522014-11-23T17:32:04.848-08:002014-11-23T17:32:04.848-08:00Always hit "publish" as a blog writer y...Always hit "publish" as a blog writer you have the floor to speak. Anyone can choose to "delete". But you are so accurate. As a child of the 60's and a Catholic. We have seen a lot. But if anyone reading your post or social media takes one thing away from this it should be to not put your beliefs in those who are there to tell stories or entertain us. They all go home to do whatever it is they do as people. Some good some not. If someone is falsely accused it is a hard road back. But for those who were violated by people in positions of trust or authority their path is long. I will not judge I just know what I feel in my heart. And I pray that those harmed will find peace and those who did the harm will know no peace. Thank you for being brave enough to speak your piece. I always read your post and will continue to.<br />BarbaraAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05281442541208777659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-84174778642346074152014-11-23T17:11:30.596-08:002014-11-23T17:11:30.596-08:00Amazing post and so well said Suzan. Thanks for s...Amazing post and so well said Suzan. Thanks for sharing your heart. Pamela Gordonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18071092617682650349noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-78484643532581484512014-11-23T17:08:45.538-08:002014-11-23T17:08:45.538-08:00Absolutely beautiful post and so true. Thanks for ...Absolutely beautiful post and so true. Thanks for speaking for all those that can't or won't. cdahlgren at live dot comCindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04360427187311520300noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-85189019485324031772014-11-23T16:24:41.328-08:002014-11-23T16:24:41.328-08:00As someone who grew up in a violent environment (I...As someone who grew up in a violent environment (I had a very abusive step-father) it makes my blood boil when I hear of abuse of any kind. As a victim of sexual abuse as a child I understand the silence. And as someone who was constantly sexually assaulted in the work force I applaud you for posting this message. It is so important for us women to stick together and make a change. Thank you SuzanRhondahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13728201383286788649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-79177341858259834832014-11-23T14:30:53.687-08:002014-11-23T14:30:53.687-08:00Good and profound discussion. Like your lyrics la...Good and profound discussion. Like your lyrics laced in.Cheryl in Wisconsinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05598141617188887473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-38840364792696939922014-11-23T14:03:14.147-08:002014-11-23T14:03:14.147-08:00Your post is well written. Thank you for saying w...Your post is well written. Thank you for saying what you feel.<br /><br />I, too, lived through the 60's, 70's, women's lib. I had a level of naiveté that in hindsight, boggles my mind. How I lived through my life unscathed, I'll never know. I read Betty Friedan, Gloria Steinem and didn't wear my bra.(fact is, I didn't need one, easy for me!!!) <br /><br />Through the years, we've made progress, but need to unveil the abuses against women. I remember Anita Hill. Such a brave woman! I read now about the ghastly abuse of women by ISIS, horrible, horrible men and my heart aches. <br /><br />I have always love Bill Cosby and his "common-sense" approach to life. To hear about these accusations just kills me. Are there no role models left? I am waiting for all the facts to come out. I refuse to pre-judge him. I still have hope that there are a few good men left in this world, please, a few. DownTheLaneWithDaisyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04593789755756173375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-2805416743681006352014-11-23T13:26:39.669-08:002014-11-23T13:26:39.669-08:00I have tears running down my cheeks...not because ...I have tears running down my cheeks...not because I am a woman that's been molested or hurt but because some of the ladies I love so much, HAVE. <br />I don't want to say Mr. Cosby is guilty....he has a right to defend himself and be proven NOT to have done these things to those 5 or 6 women that have the same story but are no where connected....but I sure won't be surprised if he IS.<br />I so admire ladies that come forth but so many, as you said, hold it in and it stays festering for their entire life. bj https://www.blogger.com/profile/09327534885194207074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-68990768608038033292014-11-23T13:16:34.523-08:002014-11-23T13:16:34.523-08:00This post is great! If you get permission from Uni...This post is great! If you get permission from Universal Music Publishing Group (currently 100% owner of the rights) to use the lyrics to I Am Woman by Helen Reddy & Ray Burton, this would make a great submission to CNN I-Reports. If you submit it to CNN, please let us all know so we can vote it worthy of follow-up and further publication by CNN! If you decide to do it, you get your permission from UMPG.Songlist@umusic.com. The ISWC (International Standard Musical Work Code) number for this song is T-070.240.450.9<br /><br />Go for it! And let us know... (BTW, I wanted to send this to you offline, but got caught in an endless loop trying to figure out how to reach you.) Charadehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16461603001722068211noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-21677278853990430952014-11-23T12:48:18.815-08:002014-11-23T12:48:18.815-08:00Thank you for saying all the things so many of us ...Thank you for saying all the things so many of us want to say! As a child of the 50/60's and a working woman of the 70's, unfortunately those same stereotypes exist in our society even today. A poster mentioned it above. We MUST speak out against abuses of women AND men! Thank goodness it is acceptable to speak out when abuse happens!CamilleWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13668079526877014836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7186929171672526984.post-10103119540895986112014-11-23T12:32:56.368-08:002014-11-23T12:32:56.368-08:00Suzan,
Very well said. Would you allow me to post...Suzan,<br />Very well said. Would you allow me to post a link to this on my facebook timeline? I have three daughters and a grand daughter and a great grand daughter. I think this is a very important thing for them to learn. <br />Sandrapugsmomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11382863960194335627noreply@blogger.com