Comments on: Love Shouldn’t Be In A Box

By: Elisa Doucette

Elisa Doucette — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:03:40 +0000

Thanks man! Succinct is not generally one of my more common traits, so it’s nice to hear people appreciated it.

By: Elisa Doucette

Elisa Doucette — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:45:28 +0000

No loss for words. Find your words and spread your own inspiration. It is only through our voices collecting beyond the soft whisper that people will finally hear.

By: Elisa Doucette

Elisa Doucette — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:43:33 +0000

Um, best reason EVER for the Brazen Blog Crush…Marie pointed me to your blog! And you now occasionally comment on mine. This just cracked me up! Mostly because I knew the backstory to the comment before your disclaimer.

You should definitely take the time to update occasionally on your political and social justice beliefs. I think it is something beautifully inherent to this current young professional group. We are impassioned yet logistical about revolutionary change. I think it will be US who makes the social strides necessary for progress in the upcoming years. It seems to always be the youngest of the generations that speaks the loudest in such matters (Gen X – Vietnam, Baby Boomers – Civil Rights, etc.)

By: Elisa Doucette

Elisa Doucette — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:16:06 +0000

Amy, so true! One of my favorite weddings ever was when my friend Chance married his husband. It was beautiful, a testament to their love most definitely. I would be horrified to hear someone tell me that their love doesn’t matter because their marriage is not “recognized.” Unfortunately I don’t think it is all about hate or negativity as it is fear and ignorance.

Fear and ignorance should NOT be cornerstones of any foundation.

By: Elisa Doucette

Elisa Doucette — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:11:04 +0000

Thanks Cheryl for stopping by and commenting! I don’t even know if closed minded is the way to describe the dissenting opinion anymore. I think people are scared and confused, and the closed minded people are taking advantage of that and manipulating it to their own devices. It’s sad, really.

And as evidenced by our vote Maine will not be as revolutionary as originally thought. But at 53% to 47% it’s pretty obvious that there is a major shift occurring!

By: Elisa Doucette

Elisa Doucette — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:07:19 +0000

Ryan, that may be the first time you’ve thanked me fore making you think.

Nope, there were no vocal dissenters. Unfortunately they were alive and well and voting here on Tuesday. I think the issue is far from dead, however. It isn’t like any equal rights (women’s, blacks, etc.) have ever happened in a quick matter of time.

I have faith, however, that the depth of humanity will eventually prevail.

By: Cheila

Cheila — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:22:41 +0000

Your amazing! I’m lost for words here. Your post always leaves me speechless…. Very inspiring!
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By: Shawn Norton

Shawn Norton — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:43:21 +0000

As usual you stated things in such a way that is so rare now a days. It’s a breath of fresh air to see succinct points made.

By: Sam Davidson

Sam Davidson — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:09:50 +0000

Thanks for voicing this. Your opinion is well articulated, reasonable, and inspiring.

By: Monicarolevans

Monicarolevans — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:50:31 +0000

What are you talking about?!?! This is AMERICA you’re talking about! We have a long strong history of not treating segments of the population as people. That’s how we can CONTROL and manipulate them.

Blacks weren’t people. (They were a fraction of a person)
Women weren’t people (They were their husband’s/father’s property)
Homos aren’t people. (They are an abomination)

Times will change, mainly, like you said, because the world we live in constantly changes. And realistically, homos are EVERYWHERE. In places where you least expect it.

Disclaimer: I’m a black female homo.

Seriously Elisha, I’m glad you wrote this. I’ve been thinking about my political beliefs and about adding a stronger political component- which would include some stuff on gay marriage. You’ve not my writing juices flowing on this topic- and now I have someone to link to.
.-= Monicarolevans´s last blog ..And They Say That Content Is King =-.