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Decaflame Senior Member
since 2001-05-11
Posts 1635 |
Simple question… “Why did they cancel her show?” unexpected response - “Who wants to listen to a middle-aged woman?” Resultant pondering says, me. I would listen to a woman who has stepped through the fog who has learned to see past fear who has listened to “all” and maintains her humor… who steps past tedious shrill, not having time for self-pity… but then, I listen to youth as well, who believe their difficulties far out-weigh any others have ever known, thinking their elders just don’t identify… I even listen to men. Of all ages. Who would listen to a middle-aged woman? Who would not? |
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garysgirl  
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
I like this. I think that we should listen to what others have to say. Who knows, we will probably learn something we may not know...  "Love makes the world go around" |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
hmmmmm.... wisdom comes from actively learning to understand and evaluate then act on... excluding voices limits exposure [This message has been edited by Cpat Hair (01-29-2003 11:24 AM).] |
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Opeth Senior Member
since 2001-12-13
Posts 1543The Ravines |
U.S. society has always been unfair to women, in my opinion. Just look at Hollywood; a middle-aged actress like the great Meryl Streep has difficult times getting roles, especially romantic ones, yet "ol' dogs" like Michael Douglas and others star in movies where their love interests are almost have their age. Is it just nature or is it a forced concept? Enjoyed. |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Decaflame Well done, enjoyed the read. |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
I think this an interesting piece and much to contemplate. My own mind, and learning of all others, is all I have to be who I am. You follow some, and they and their following go right over a cliff is closed mindedness.... Not a leader, perhaps, (a walk beside you and be your friend, I will) but, also, not a follower...each person and group too precious not to want to know about. Thanks Pat  ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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Moonlight Romeo
since 2001-09-10
Posts 982The heart of you |
I would. For there is much to learn from those who have gone before. Thank you. What light through yon window breaks? It is the east, and Juliet is the sun. |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
There is much to gained by listening to all generations...the young as well as the more senior...our value should never be based on our sex or age but on the contribution each of us is able to make.. believe in what your heart feels... |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
I echo all those who have responded before me Deca. Good write...excellent thoughts here. ~Hugs~ ~Time has cast a spell on you, |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
I would listen to a middle-aged woman. All ages have something to teach us, right? Nice seeing a post by you, Decaflame. The stars will shine when I am gone, |
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GG Member Elite
since 2002-12-03
Posts 3532Lost in thought |
If I don't listen to them.. then why in all the world would someone listen to ME?! Though, personally I would much rather have a walk or lunch with a friend or even a stranger. ..not as likely for either parties to gain alot from something one sided. Though, it is possible on occasion. Quite a thinker, Enjoyed Always, Alyssa - And so it was that time stood still - |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
good thinking topic...wow... |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
enjoyed |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Deca--So well said...wise and wonderful! |
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wayoutwalt Member Elite
since 1999-06-22
Posts 4870TEXAS (it's all big) |
its unfair but yuh |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
A well-put question that elicited some interesting answers! Warm hugs, EA |
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majnu
since 2002-10-13
Posts 1088SF Bay Area |
hell yes! my mum especially loved this. -majnu |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (smiles) Yeah, you go girl! Well, obviously, many middle-aged women are sure being heard right now, like Norah Jones! (smiles) I believe everyone has a special voice and we should never critique ones voice as it is the purity of your soul and charisma that is important, God Bless You, we al love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet friend, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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