This song seems so appropriate for todays blog.... It's In Every One Of Us by Clay Aiken video is by claymateloudnproud
It's Sunday, and a couple days ago, I read a small article, that really made me think. There is a guy named Tim Worstall , and apparently he has written about Clay prior to the article I read. June 26, 2008 Clay Aiken On Somalia Clay has been to Somalia and he's also been to Afghanistan, he's seen the reality of life for people in those places and he should be respected for it.Now , I was overwhelmed with emotions, from what Tim had done. He had , in a public forum with his reputation at risk, admitted being guilty of making fun of Clay, and then professing his change of heart, and acknowledging a respect for Clay. I like to pick my battles when it comes to defending Clay, and I also like to commend when I see a good point being made too. The very first comment in regard to this article, just stirred me instantly. Here are a few of the comments, and a couple responses from me, Martigyrl, and me,aka SuzyQ. Comments like France, he still deserves to be mocked. but ok about the Somalia thing. Posted by: Kudzu Fire | Jun 27, 2008 2:26:59 AM The reason people mock him is because other people mock him. Its not that he deserves it. Posted by: Matt | Jun 27, 2008 9:40:12 AM What entitles any of us to mock another person,when that person tries to live a clean, upstanding life? SuzyQ: Absolutely true and well stated. Posted by: Copper | Jun 27, 2008 4:31:11 PM SuzyQ you summed up what should be said about all this mocking of Clay Aiken. It is beyond me to come to any understanding at all why society feels somehow tearing someone down who just does not measure up to what their 'preconceived' notion of what a "man" should be could in anyway make them feel better?? These people , including the late night talk shows are nothing but schoolyard bullies. Thanks go out to the writer of this article, for recognizing that there comes a time in our personal lives, when we need to repair possible flaws in our value system. {Sometimes all it takes is the silent walking of one lone man, to make a difference.To bring about change, and to make others think twice about themselves, and how they treat other mankind.} I really intended my compliment for suzyq, although Matt's was a good one also. But I loved suzyq's comment about Winehouse receiving grammy after grammy. I'll never understand our culture, but I won't give up trying.
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Marti,
Excellent journal entry, perfect song/montage, and great point about the blogger. The comments in his blog are very interesting and support your thesis.
Thank you for your kind comments in my blogs. I have been meaning to get over here for awhile, but a certain grandson has kept me occupied.
Now that my house is way too quiet, here I am. Have a wonderful week!
Caro
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