tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post2619773890292500067..comments2024-01-03T01:40:26.911-08:00Comments on Life Drawings: 21 January 1956 “Sad”50sgalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09250940806307766624noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-59159842705290419252010-01-25T07:39:23.567-08:002010-01-25T07:39:23.567-08:00It makes me sad that you are sad, dear! :)
I haven...It makes me sad that you are sad, dear! :)<br />I haven't read all of the problem yet, but I agree to that if the anon commentor cannot even write a name nor a link to a blog or something, then you should not think too much of it. I've never seen anything, and I mean anything, offending on your blog or website. And of course you should bring up politics and of course we cannot dance in a ring and have the same meaning all of us, but we love you anyway. In fact American politics is very far from Danish, but I find it vey interesting anyway. Keep up the good work and your good mood. :)<br /><br />warm e-hugs from DenmarkSANNEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12973437247117000140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-72594119777719727292010-01-22T15:52:55.737-08:002010-01-22T15:52:55.737-08:00Ditto to Zebu's excellent comment. LindaDitto to Zebu's excellent comment. LindaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-74705283224688536012010-01-22T00:47:20.729-08:002010-01-22T00:47:20.729-08:0050sgal,
You are VERY astute and informed, and it ...50sgal,<br /><br />You are VERY astute and informed, and it is not wrong at ALL to bring up politics. I think it a wonderful thing how your eyes have been opened since going back to the 1950s. Would that we all choose to do this. But, we don’t all, so instead, we are blessed to be able to see it through your eyes.<br /><br />Although it is not fun to be saddened, your personality trait of sensitivity is admirable. It means that you are a caring person. <br /><br />AND, I rather enjoy your rants. I love the fervor with which you care for our country and its standards and morality! Carry on, my friend!Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05549190997375771361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-43001032713388027912010-01-22T00:24:01.204-08:002010-01-22T00:24:01.204-08:00I am not a follower or a rah rah commenter, but I ...I am not a follower or a rah rah commenter, but I hope you take this in the vein I mean it in.<br /><br />I read the comment that makes you sad and although the poster disagrees with you I don't think they did it in a hateful or cruel way. They have their opinion and you have yours. Oh boy do you have yours - sorry I couldn't stomach reading your novella of a reply.<br /><br />But as others have said - it is your blog and your right to say whay you want and how you want to. In addition you are also in control of accepting and deleting comments.<br /><br />In our everyday lives we are surrounded by people with different opinions and beliefs. I don't understand why this particular anon poster made you sad - but I wouldn't worry about it. I am sure at your age you have realized that not everyone is going to agree with you.<br /><br />And may I add - blogger has spell check. It is your friend. I wish you would try it out. Ex: It is discern, not descern.SallyGracenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-18386201931770051782010-01-21T20:21:06.793-08:002010-01-21T20:21:06.793-08:00I love your blog, and check it everyday. I have no...I love your blog, and check it everyday. I have no idea what the Anon poster was fussing about, and to not acknowledge who they are, seems to me like someone that likes to stir up drama.<br />You have inspired me and influenced my life, I have enjoyed your journey and learned a lot.<br />Like everyone else has said, It's your blog, write what you want. <br />I think you are a kind, caring, lovely lady and polite.<br />Apron wishes to you, <br />SamanthaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-52069813285597757502010-01-21T16:56:03.733-08:002010-01-21T16:56:03.733-08:00Hugs to you 50sGal!!!! Less rants?! What a revolu...Hugs to you 50sGal!!!! Less rants?! What a revolution to do?? Be the same. Thanks for ALL you do, the quantity and variety. I hope your gentle, feminine heart continues to mend as time passes and also because of all the DOING you are doing and maybe the care us ladies are sending you will assist as well. (Not to mention the support from your wise husband.)Continue bravely my dear. With much love, LindaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-85422609182292335012010-01-21T15:26:22.416-08:002010-01-21T15:26:22.416-08:00I agree with everybody else: I reread your post an...I agree with everybody else: I reread your post and I really don't see where you have offended! If someone is sad that you don't share the same views, then that is his or her problem. I actually find it sad that a person would try to play on your emotions like that, just because you don't share the same views. And I too don't fully get that person's point of view, it seems a bit nebulous.<br /><br />A lot of people like me love you and your blog, and how you have influenced us in our daily lives. I definitely want to live a more vintage lifestyle now. You have a right to express your opinions, it is your blog!housewife07noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-42715186422365010192010-01-21T13:23:01.067-08:002010-01-21T13:23:01.067-08:00Hi 50s gal,
Please don't be saddened by the ...Hi 50s gal, <br /><br />Please don't be saddened by the comment of one person hiding behind their 'anonymous' sheet. <br />Listen to the 99 who support and love you, not the 1 who attempts to bring you down or try to to ruffle up some angry debate - some people absolutely thrive on that sort of drama. <br /><br />I always remind myself that people see the world through their own set of glasses. Some see beauty and encouragement wherever they go and others see black clouds ! <br /><br />Keep up the great work. {{{{HUG}}}}<br /><br />Michelle in Australia.A Vision Splendidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16117977569651546270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-6740640222601245802010-01-21T12:57:23.301-08:002010-01-21T12:57:23.301-08:00Thank you again all, PL such lovely words and Ron ...Thank you again all, PL such lovely words and Ron I LOVE that quote. It is also true that I let it 'get my goat'. Yet, what a lovely outpouring of love and understanding today. A day of projects, recipe dreaming and planning my next dress ( I will announce the day I plan on making it if those who plan to follow suit want to 'feel the spirit' and do theirs on the same day!)has made me all the better for it.<br />Tomorrow back on the blog horse. <br />Thank you all again.50sgalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09250940806307766624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-84333590995848006712010-01-21T12:01:57.856-08:002010-01-21T12:01:57.856-08:00That is a great quote, Ron! I forgot about it unt...That is a great quote, Ron! I forgot about it until you mentioned it. I'm glad you did.PoppyLhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06007494773180914306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-47863031178634199082010-01-21T11:52:46.397-08:002010-01-21T11:52:46.397-08:0050’s gal,
I was quite surprised to see all the ruc...50’s gal,<br />I was quite surprised to see all the ruckus on here today when I got online. If I can borrow a phrase from my grandmother, it sounds like you let one of us “get your goat”. I agree with the others that this is first and foremost YOUR blog and as such you should not feel it necessary to censor yourself in order to please the public. We are all peace loving individuals who are allowed to express our own opinions. <br />My problem with the Anonymous post is that if they wish to express themselves in such a manner they should have the common courtesy to identify themselves. Almost everyone I’ve seen comment either identifies themselves via their login or they provide a tag at the end of the comment so that others can identify them. Hiding behind the word “Anonymous” seems a cowardly way to express an opposing point of view. <br />It seems that there are always people in this world who seem to flourish in causing others despair. The most important thing to remember is a quote from Eleanor Roosevelt “No one can make you feel inferior without your consent. Do what you feel in your heart to be right- for you'll be criticized anyway”.Ronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03989433133020517841noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-50168500713107132932010-01-21T11:41:30.366-08:002010-01-21T11:41:30.366-08:00Oh!well, saddly that happens. This is YOUR blog an...Oh!well, saddly that happens. This is YOUR blog and as we all say, you are free to write whatever you want and what belive or what you think, but of course not all the people think the same as you and some like to write bad comments.<br />I think we all come here to read you posts because we like what you write and it doesn't mean we all agree or think the same as you BUT we respect what you say and don't write bad comments.<br />Hope you don't feel sad anymore and perhaps you need to aprove the comments.Lizzyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03763098864024098404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-50790846207796327572010-01-21T11:35:06.011-08:002010-01-21T11:35:06.011-08:00Although I don't know which comment you are re...Although I don't know which comment you are referring to, I believe it is your blog and you can say what you want. If someone doesn't want to read it, why are they following you? Kori xoxoKorihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09780768988071789669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-55908135059663714902010-01-21T11:06:35.931-08:002010-01-21T11:06:35.931-08:00"It is true, though I am sure I should get ba..."It is true, though I am sure I should get bad comments on that as well, that sometimes the best Prozac can be to get up, dust yourself off and get to work. (of course, don't any of you on Prozac be offeneded, a gal can only speak from her own circle of experience.)"<br /><br />See, and everyone needs to be mature enough to know that that was exactly what you meant, and nothing more. I'm glad to see that you are feeling better about the whole thing, and silly or not, we love you. <br /><br />Now, look, you "made" me stay on line longer than I had meant to, but your "trouble" is worth my time.PoppyLhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06007494773180914306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-78691698681259132532010-01-21T11:01:07.400-08:002010-01-21T11:01:07.400-08:00Oh, 50sgal, I don't even know what to say. As...Oh, 50sgal, I don't even know what to say. As others have said, it's your blog and a person doesn't have to read it if they don't want to. If they don't agree with something you've said they can skip those parts, and if they feel the need to make a comment about something you've said, they can do so politely. <br /><br />I agree with the basics of what you say, but as I mentioned before (you may not remember it now), I don't think it bad for some businesses to be bigger than others, as that can't be avoided, but it is up to the PEOPLE, not the government, to make sure that capitalism remains balanced in the country by shopping at smaller, locally owned places as much as possible. It is our responsibility to take care of ourselves, not the government’s. People feel the need to have government step in and "make" people do this or that, but that's the wrong direction to go in.<br /><br />Anyhow, I'm making a stab that the Anon poster was upset about the idea of you, in any way, supporting government stepping in where they don't belong to control us, when they constitutionally don't have the right to do so. A lot of people, including myself, are disgusted by how out of control capitalism has become. That doesn't make capitalism itself bad; it means that we, the people, have been either too lazy, or simply ignorant of how much we have allowed run amuck capitalism and big government to have the power and control instead of retaining it ourselves. We don't want our country to become a country run "by big government and bloated capitalism for big government and bloated capitalism". It needs to remain a country run "by the people for the people." But that can't happen by government stepping in because it causes us to lose even more of our freedom. I think this is the point that Fox News focuses on, which is good, but I think the point that they are missing is that unbalanced and bloated capitalism is just as bad as big government. In their effort to support capitalism, they should do so by protecting the ideals of capitalism while at the same time reminding the viewers that in order for capitalism to survive and thrive it needs to remain balanced, and to remain balanced it need to be supported on both ends of the spectrum, buying from locally owned stores as much as possible. I think if they were to do this, they would really be speaking for the majority of people on this issue, not just for capitalism as an isolated ideal. And, I do believe I'm right on this point. I know many good, Christian people who are beginning to understand this and are making the effort to shop local, small business as much as possible. They are beginning to understand that capitalism for capitalism's sake is not balanced and healthy for our country, and these are people who are not Dems. I honestly think this is one issue, when seen and understood this way, that many people, from all parties, find common ground.<br />If I misspoke for you, Anon, please correct me. But, I do believe that that was, at least, part of what you were trying to say. And, honestly, I think many of us would agree with you in that regard, including 50sgal (correct me if I’m wrong, 50sgal). I just think people are so devoted to a certain party that they don’t step back to look at whether or not what that party is saying is logical; run amuck capitalism is just as bad as run amuck government. I personally think both are silly, and detrimental to the health and growth of our country. There needs to be balance, and THE PEOPLE need to remain the ones in control of the country, seeing to it that things remain balanced.<br /><br />Anon, I really hope you do see that nobody is “against” you. As 50sgal so generously said, we may not all agree on everything, but we can still be polite to each other and enjoy each other’s company. I hope you can patch things up with 50sgal. Sorry, 50sgal, that you are feeling so sad about all of this.PoppyLhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06007494773180914306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-25338946577038756682010-01-21T10:59:41.285-08:002010-01-21T10:59:41.285-08:00Thank you all so kindly. Here, again, I find that ...Thank you all so kindly. Here, again, I find that you are all so kind, considerate and there when a gal needs her. <br />I suppose it was rather silly of me to be so taken aback by the comment, but there you go. And, in a selfish way I suppose, I am glad of it in that I can see how wonderful and thoughtful you all are.<br />I am glad to see my hubby's words quoted. He is, indeed, a wise man. Even when I knew him at 19 he was more so than many a 50 year old I knew. <br />I am lucky in my hubby and lucky in all of you and I am sorry that I have made such a mountain out of a mole hill.<br />Thank you for allowing me to be 'silly'.<br />I shall, as you say, attack a project. That is, in fact, what I did. The home, it's skills it can be so many things and one thing it does so well is become a sanctuary, a haven to get 'outside of your head' and into the work the ACTION of it!<br />It is true, though I am sure I should get bad comments on that as well, that sometimes the best Prozac can be to get up, dust yourself off and get to work. (of course, don't any of you on Prozac be offeneded, a gal can only speak from her own circle of experience.)<br />I am proud to have sparked any debate among you and am happy to be allowed to do so. Certainly, what we discuss here often ends up in conversations I have in my day to day life. <br />I am so proud that we have been allowed to build and to continue to grow such a community as this.<br />Thank you all again so much.50sgalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09250940806307766624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-8686610428158314002010-01-21T10:26:57.005-08:002010-01-21T10:26:57.005-08:0050's Gal, please do not allow one anonymous p...50's Gal, please do not allow one anonymous post change how you do things......I love this blog and read it everyday.<br /><br />One thing about living in North America, we have the freedom to express ourselves, it would be a shame to hinder what our countrymen foughtin WWI and WWII for, to have this blessed freedom, to live how we wish, to express our opinions and to carry on at home.<br /><br />Life is too short for baloney.....you are an articulate and educated woman whose opinions are well thought out, I have never sensed any malice in your intent at all.<br /><br />So feel free to carry on the good fight at home, as a fellow apron gal (okay, I don't really technically cook very much, nor wear an apron and my fav phrase is "If I can nuke it, I can do it") LOL......but I love the 50's and the community here as well.<br />Besides my stumbling meandering of words, you probably get the jest of what I'm saying here. I'm a little sleep deprived today :)<br /><br />Mom in CanadaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-68728112355418807952010-01-21T10:23:49.216-08:002010-01-21T10:23:49.216-08:00You know, this discussion has reminded me of somet...You know, this discussion has reminded me of something I read in another blog the other day…<br /><br />The author wrote:<br /><br />“Kids Today are More Depressed Than Ever Before; My Solution <br />Here's something that's sad, if not surprising:<br /><br />More of today's US youth have serious mental health issues than previous generations.<br /><br />To which I say:<br /><br />More of today's US youth need to learn to dress with self-respect, forgo the advanced degree, learn a trade, smoke tobacco in moderation, enjoy the occasional drink, and view members of the opposite sex as treasures instead of conquests.<br /><br />At least that's what worked for me. What they'll probably do is take a bunch more Prozac.” <br /><br /><br /><br />Do you recall who wrote that…your husband on his blog. There is a phenomenal amount of wisdom in his words. You have a trade, you are a homemaker. You are also a blogger, a natural leader, and have a genuinely compassionate heart for not only your family but the world around you. <br /><br />I would say that today is a good day for you to have a pot of your favorite tea, and then get involved in a fulfilling project like cleaning out a closet or working of some sewing. Remember who you really are. That person who upset you doesn’t REALLY know you. Heck, we the regulars don’t REALLY know you. YOU know you, and from what I have seen, you are a survivor. Be strong and recall what the whole thing is really about. Being the best you can be within the parameters of what makes you the happiest.<br /><br />LorieLorie Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14406168168009117387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-67015219863499361742010-01-21T10:16:56.135-08:002010-01-21T10:16:56.135-08:00I love your blog, I love this social experiment. ...I love your blog, I love this social experiment. I just wanted to thank you for doing this, it's sparked conversation and debate with my husband and my parents. My husband and I like to live a more "simplified" kind of life, one more like what you're living in 1955, while my parents take advantage of everything modern, I know that's a bit backward for most people. I think it's noble to try to keep the good things about a decade and to shun the bad, but we must always remember not to throw the baby out with the bathwater. Just because somethings from the 50's are not socially acceptable, nor should they be, in this day and age, many things should be re-embraced and many are starting to be.Breehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14418996988589660194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-39904682313059114172010-01-21T10:16:33.422-08:002010-01-21T10:16:33.422-08:00agreeing w/the rest in that, since it is your blog...agreeing w/the rest in that, since it is your blog/site, you reserve the right to say what it is you want to say. if we disagree, we disagree, but if we feel the need to say so, we should do so with decorum....and our names in print, so as to take full responsiblity for our views as well. hang in there. this too shall pass.Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14230790573431843374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-24778771087844356492010-01-21T10:07:57.025-08:002010-01-21T10:07:57.025-08:00Thank you lulu-perhaps I have been a bit sensitive...Thank you lulu-perhaps I have been a bit sensitive and I had never thought of it being a 'troll' perhaps that was why I could not exactly pinpoint THEIR point. But, it does hurt a gal to see written, we could have been friends.<br />I shall be better tomorrow, sometimes we gals have a paritcularly moody moment.50sgalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09250940806307766624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-83693950396539506682010-01-21T10:05:13.843-08:002010-01-21T10:05:13.843-08:00It is your blog, your site, so write what ever you...It is your blog, your site, so write what ever you want. Beware of those trolls, though, so comment editing may be something to think about. Some people just like to stir the pot. Honestly, I just don't think you should feel the need to defend a word you write. You've really put together a nice website and there are many who are appreciating it. Keep your chin up!Lulunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-13650440968450048172010-01-21T09:50:19.796-08:002010-01-21T09:50:19.796-08:00Thank you lorie, though I have never stated my own...Thank you lorie, though I have never stated my own political beliefs they are actually not specifically Dem either. I feel that the welfare system AND the public schools are exactly what should NOT be done by a government, though they were both needed. I, too, am appalled also by those people I have seen who recieve 'gov money' from social security who 'cannot work' because they are recovering drug addicts etc, and yet see they have no intention of getting better and spend their money on video games, liquor and wasting the day, while my hubby works hard for every penny.<br />I guess I don't have a particular leaning, I just become upset when I see the way the money we ALREADY pay being squandered and when I think that could be reallocated to a health care for ALL and then readjust the welfare system. But, I am not a politician and have no direct ability to see such a plan through.<br />I, however, do feel sad that the corporation also is bad in its present state. Basically if ANYTHING (gov. corporations, people)if they 'get too big for their breeches they tend to become selfish'.<br />I thank you for your comments and feel they are very true and heartfelt. I hope I have not over reacted, but for some reason it just hit me the wrong way.<br />I honestly want all people to be self responsible and just care about those around them as well as themselves, but I do see that when some do that many OTHERS take advantage, as you say with the welfare system, which I think deplorable. <br />It is all a mess, I suppose and that is why I shall, for a time, stick to the home skills. But sometimes a gal just needs to speak up, I suppose. Thank you for understanding. And, I have voted, in the past, both Rep. and Dem. I find it hard to understand why people need to associate only with one party as if one side has all the answers. IF we could just look at what is going on at the moment and vote with what makes sense to our heads and our hearts than it'd matter little rather someone was a donkey or an elephant. But, I digress.<br />Thank you for being understanding, all who have commented.50sgalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09250940806307766624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-83055919345667287892010-01-21T09:46:59.208-08:002010-01-21T09:46:59.208-08:00This is your personal project. If she feels the ne...This is your personal project. If she feels the need to cry because of someone's blog then she has problems she needs to take care of.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6960946442922071473.post-54743556139027889382010-01-21T09:28:43.284-08:002010-01-21T09:28:43.284-08:00My hubby brings in around $4,000.00 a month, but w...My hubby brings in around $4,000.00 a month, but we make too much for me to get help when my youngest was a baby with his formula through WIC. So I had to spend $75.00 a week or more for his formula. That is my normal ENTIRE grocery money. <br /><br />And yet, because of gov, any illegal alien can come in and get food stamps, WIC, free med care, rent subsidy and welfare. They are well are not as poor as you think. I would see families come in, and after mom, dad, and all upteen children cashed their checks it was many thousands of dollars again. They live on the farm where the farmers provide housing. They send their money back to Mexico to fund more to come to America. Again...a vicious cycle. <br /><br />I am bothered that the money they TAKE from my husbands hard earned money is used in ways that NEVER benefits my own fellow Americans. <br /><br />It is stuff like that which makes me want LESS gov. <br /><br />I am not disrepecting your personal political views. Not at all. Thank God we live in a land where we can have our own views and opinions. I am only saying that I think I see where that poster was coming from in that they disagree with you. I just feel they didn't express it as clearly as they could have.<br /><br />I agree with you that the cable news programs are so biased and present their VIEW of the news. Very little of what we hear is true news. However, CNN is as biased as FOX ever dared to be. It is just that FOX tends to go right when the others go left. <br /><br />I don't think you should have to not speak your mind here, it is YOUR blog. Should you write something I disagree with, I skim the blog and move on. I believe you have every right to speak what you want. That is what freedom of speech is all about. I applaud you for speaking your mind. Many people are too worried about the "backlash" of their comments.<br /><br />I will say I also agree with another commentor that I enjoy your posts that are more practical more often, but that is only MY opinion. <br /><br />Lastly (sorry for the length here), but you have a truly compasionate heart for the world and the people of it. That is a WONDERFUL thing. I know that is where you are coming from in many of your "rants". I agree whole heartedly that we need stronger communities and people who will help those who need it. Should every person who is in plenty help those who need, we wouldn't need gov. programs to do it. It would be taken care of. <br /><br />I applaud you for not 'censoring' comments. That is the childish way to handle things. The grown up thing to do is to present your opinion, accept others rebuttal, make your own and move forward. That is what you are choosing to do.<br /><br />If I haven't been clear, please let me know.<br />LorieLorie Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14406168168009117387noreply@blogger.com