zacaroo21 Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 Yeah I'm trying very hard not to reply to it. I felt weird typing it too...I don't think I said it how I was thinking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseydave77 Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 How old was this kid? Was he old enough to have a sense of sexuality? People want to turn little kids into adults way too quickly. I had someone say my sub-four year old boy is "faggy" for taking dance. He doesn't get the full differences between right / wrong - male / female etc yet. We ask kids to grow up way too quickly. If you were disturbed the mother should have said something. One of my boys female classmates punched me in the butt to get my attention the other day laughing then said "i punched you in the butt". I didn't find it at all sexually inappropriate but did get down to eye level and tell her hitting could hurt someone so she shouldn't be doing that but if she ever wanted to chat she can tap me. Anyway, I can't fully comment. I don't know how old the kid was. As to the chimp conversation: A dear, now deceased, friend of mine established what is now the worlds largest sanctuary for captive chimps. I still go back to visit and it is a dreamland quite literally. One woman who wanted research chimps out of labs and warehouses took an abandoned orange grove and built her dream that has now revolutionized how we care for former captive chimps. I met Jane Goodall a couple of times and interviewed her once. She was as far from "weird" as anyone I've ever met. She was a peaceful beautiful human who actually gave a 21 year old budding filmmaker a lot of her time - in fact, one of the great moments of my career to date was Dr. Goodall telling her assistant that the ceremony she was about to preside over would have to wait so that she could finish the interview she was doing with me - a highly unimportant student. I mean, it made me feel like a million bucks. Like when you are putting your passion into something it can inspire the passions of others and vice versa. Cool moment I've carried for over 15 years. TheMoosen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 yup. I live in a terrible neighborhood and that's why I wasn't about to start something with this woman. See, this changes things to a certain extent as far as understanding why you didn't say anything. I was disagreeing with your comments of hypersensitivity and thinking it's too much to say he'll one day be a rapist. Because it's just not true. Your right, there is story after story of men raping people and thinking it's okay because of upbringing. But it's society as a whole that constantly blames the victim claiming "Well they were asking for it since they...." and complete that with any line that immediately jumps into your brain. It goes beyond the people in someone's life teaching them right/wrong. That's why I don't think it's about it being "too much" or hypersensitive. It leads you right down the same path of protecting the aggressor. I want to reply to this, but I have a meeting, and you are obviously set in what you think, so why bother? I won't even touch the baby comment. You better not, because you don't have consent... Edit: lame joke attempt...apologies folks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 How old was this kid? Was he old enough to have a sense of sexuality? People want to turn little kids into adults way too quickly. I had someone say my sub-four year old boy is "faggy" for taking dance. He doesn't get the full differences between right / wrong - male / female etc yet. We ask kids to grow up way too quickly. If you were disturbed the mother should have said something. One of my boys female classmates punched me in the butt to get my attention the other day laughing then said "i punched you in the butt". I didn't find it at all sexually inappropriate but did get down to eye level and tell her hitting could hurt someone so she shouldn't be doing that but if she ever wanted to chat she can tap me. Thank you, but you are wrong. That kid is a future rapist, hands down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 zac, I got it. my college was very diverse and I lived with a lot of different races. My neighborhood is diverse, I get it. It’s sad, but i get it.I live on a main street, and when I’m out shoveling snow, I notice the only people who stick their head out the car window to yell something are men of a certain race. I'm trying not to sound to insensitive right now, and I do believe people in general can be terrible no matter what race. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
futures Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 I want to reply to this, but I have a meeting, and you are obviously set in what you think, so why bother? You better not, because you don't have consent... I bet if you experienced what I experienced you'd be "set in what you think," too. I really like you a lot pudding hat, but I just want you to know that I don't really appreciate making jokes about consent at the expense of people who have been in the situation. abovetheearth 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snaggle Von Swift Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 While you guys are going on and arguing I will just say this. The Fest lineup us uhhhhhhmazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 How old was this kid? Was he old enough to have a sense of sexuality? Based on height I'd guess like 6-8 maybe. I haven't been around kids a lot so I really can't say for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GHOSTDRONES Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 As to the chimp conversation: A dear, now deceased, friend of mine established what is now the worlds largest sanctuary for captive chimps. I still go back to visit and it is a dreamland quite literally. One woman who wanted research chimps out of labs and warehouses took an abandoned orange grove and built her dream that has now revolutionized how we care for former captive chimps. I met Jane Goodall a couple of times and interviewed her once. She was as far from "weird" as anyone I've ever met. She was a peaceful beautiful human who actually gave a 21 year old budding filmmaker a lot of her time - in fact, one of the great moments of my career to date was Dr. Goodall telling her assistant that the ceremony she was about to preside over would have to wait so that she could finish the interview she was doing with me - a highly unimportant student. I mean, it made me feel like a million bucks. Like when you are putting your passion into something it can inspire the passions of others and vice versa. Cool moment I've carried for over 15 years. Awesome moment with Goodall; she is an inspiring human being Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-tess. Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 How old was this kid? Was he old enough to have a sense of sexuality? People want to turn little kids into adults way too quickly. I had someone say my sub-four year old boy is "faggy" for taking dance. He doesn't get the full differences between right / wrong - male / female etc yet. We ask kids to grow up way too quickly. If you were disturbed the mother should have said something. One of my boys female classmates punched me in the butt to get my attention the other day laughing then said "i punched you in the butt". I didn't find it at all sexually inappropriate but did get down to eye level and tell her hitting could hurt someone so she shouldn't be doing that but if she ever wanted to chat she can tap me. Anyway, I can't fully comment. I don't know how old the kid was. As to the chimp conversation: A dear, now deceased, friend of mine established what is now the worlds largest sanctuary for captive chimps. I still go back to visit and it is a dreamland quite literally. One woman who wanted research chimps out of labs and warehouses took an abandoned orange grove and built her dream that has now revolutionized how we care for former captive chimps. I met Jane Goodall a couple of times and interviewed her once. She was as far from "weird" as anyone I've ever met. She was a peaceful beautiful human who actually gave a 21 year old budding filmmaker a lot of her time - in fact, one of the great moments of my career to date was Dr. Goodall telling her assistant that the ceremony she was about to preside over would have to wait so that she could finish the interview she was doing with me - a highly unimportant student. I mean, it made me feel like a million bucks. Like when you are putting your passion into something it can inspire the passions of others and vice versa. Cool moment I've carried for over 15 years. My apologies for my judgement. It sounds like that was an amazing experience. I had a very different experience, so I apologize for any offense to you and your time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseydave77 Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 There was no offense. Honestly. I wanted to balance it. She's a special person but I wouldn't doubt if her singular focus might come off as weird to some. Have I ever told people on here how much I love Chimpanzees? BuzzersonKillwell 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Princess Logan Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 My friends have pet capuchin monkeys and they are incredible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseydave77 Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 Also, I hit my 11th year in a row of picking up the Passover Horseradish and Pickles from the place my Grandpa used to for 50 years. I always get an extra jar and pickles and matza and cream cheese and bring it to the office for a little celebration. It was awesome to share it with the folks I work with. The horseradish is so spicy that the guy who makes it has to do so outdoors and wearing a gasmask during the grinding phase. My sinuses are 100% clear at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseydave77 Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 They are cool Logan. Not a fan of any primate being a pet but I know there is a diversity of owners. There is also a big difference between a chimp and a capuchin in how they mature. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zacaroo21 Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 Horseradish is tops. jerseydave77 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseydave77 Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 I wish I could share this stuff with you. They cut it with a bit of beet juice so it is red and takes a little of the edge off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 Also, I hit my 11th year in a row of picking up the Passover Horseradish and Pickles from the place my Grandpa used to for 50 years. I always get an extra jar and pickles and matza and cream cheese and bring it to the office for a little celebration. It was awesome to share it with the folks I work with. The horseradish is so spicy that the guy who makes it has to do so outdoors and wearing a gasmask during the grinding phase. My sinuses are 100% clear at the moment. this all sounds so good!! what's matza? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 Unleavened bread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 And yeah, all that stuff sounds friggin' great and I want to be eating it right the heck now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Princess Logan Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 They are cool Logan. Not a fan of any primate being a pet but I know there is a diversity of owners. There is also a big difference between a chimp and a capuchin in how they mature. Yeah, I honestly don't know much but Zoey and Riley are definitely a highlight of my Florida trips. Monkey hugs rule! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseydave77 Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 Pardon my spelling: Matzo or Matzah is correct. Unleavened bread. When the Jews were fleeing Pharaoh they did not have time to bake proper bread before they left so they took the dough and as they fled they'd stop to cook some but never with time enough to let it rise. At Passover Jews eat only Matzah for seven days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 I thought you were talking about mozzarella and I started reminiscing about the best bruschetta I ever had a few months ago. still though, everything sounds so good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseydave77 Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 Also, I converted to Episcopal on my own about 8 or 9 years ago. My Mom is a Jew and my Dad is a devout Catholic. I more or less rejected both except culturally. It wasn't a popular decision in my family but we all need to find our own path in this world. I hold on to the cultural side of Judaism and even gave my son a Jewish Godmother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abovetheearth Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 im listening to REO Speedwagon today BuzzersonKillwell, Emo Revival and jerseydave77 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseydave77 Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 im listening to REO Speedwagon today Can only like this once apparently. There should be exceptions to such limitations for moments like this. Maybe a "Double Like" button. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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