[Bill]

I concur with Nyla from Willingboro, for the most. I would only add that the tendency to allow one’s children to ‘proceed at their own pace’ is not exclusive to any one race, ethnicity or social stratum. I see it too frequently. I think that rather than help the child, it hurts them in the long run. They grow up not knowing how to deal with even minimal pressure; they feel wronged when they’re asked to extend themselves in any way. Know what I mean?

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[Bill]

I think it’s fabulous. I enjoy much of the music my parents listened to (Big Band, mostly) as well. My children are in their early twenties. They are quite passionate in their love of a lot of my generation’s music. It’s nice to know there is a bridge across the generation gap.

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[Bill]

I think I know what you mean. I’ve seen it AND I’ve done it (and I’m not black). My guess is, you didn’t witness the entire situation. This person is (obviously) upset and ranting (to no one in particular) about a situation they’ve just come away from. That experience left them incredulous and angry; they’re still venting. It catches you off guard, and then you realize that this person is addressing everyone and no one. Perhaps this sort of behavior is more common among African Americans than it is among other groups(?) In my experience, black Americans tend to express anger more openly than others, which might also make them a healthier group, on average.

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[Bill]

Is it really the color of your skin, or the shape of your nose? If so, I gotta say that you might be overly concerned with the superficial aspects of ‘you’. It’s not unusual for folks to be discontented with their outward appearance (I know I am!); people with curly hair want straight hair; people with straight hair want curly hair, and on and on… And, many an entrepreneur has made a killing on our vanity/insecurity (call it what you will). But, I sense that this is not the issue for you. Is it possible that what you really want is to escape your immediate situation (this might be socio-economic, cultural or geographic)? You didn’t give your age. If you are not yet an independent adult, have faith! Your freedom will come sooner than you ever imagined. If you are an adult, you need a change. You are whoever you believe you are. You are not constrained by your physical being. I know it sounds goofy, but it’s true. Get beyond your physical being. Go deep inside. Go far outside. Your body is a vehicle to be used while you’re here. Some of us get Lamborghinis, but most of us get Chevies and Fords. And, if you don’t like the scenery on this route, try another (but they ain’t no shortcuts). Happy life!

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[Bill]

To compare alcoholism to homosexuality is a bad analogy. Alcoholism is harmful to the alcoholic, his or her family and the community in general. Should we arrest and prosecute people for ‘driving while gay’? Homosexuality IS NOT a choice of life style. It is as much a part of a person as the color of their eyes or skin. How do you suppose it feels/felt for African-Americans to have to de-emphasize their culture in order to ‘get along’ in a mostly-caucasian society? Homosexuality IS NOT a disease, requiring a ‘cure’. What, exactly, is it that so terrifies and repels folks who oppose gay marriage? Homosexuality IS NOT contagious! Your children and grandchildren will not be influenced into becoming gay. The only influence that gay marriage will have on future generations will be to teach them to accept diversity.

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