Kotex Commercials
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Comment from LIJ Red
I think Star Trek was the first popular series with an interracial kiss. And with a same sex kiss. Filthy evil degenerate Satan's Circus of sin. I bet there's a regiment of imps detailed to tormenting Roddenberry. I hate to say this, but I have not actually watched a commercial since the Pall Mall one to the tune of Sweet Betsy From Pike. Excellent essay.
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015
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I think Star Trek was the first popular series with an interracial kiss. And with a same sex kiss. Filthy evil degenerate Satan's Circus of sin. I bet there's a regiment of imps detailed to tormenting Roddenberry. I hate to say this, but I have not actually watched a commercial since the Pall Mall one to the tune of Sweet Betsy From Pike. Excellent essay.
Comment Written 18-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015
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Crossing barriers was almost a theme. Live long and prosper. ingrid
Comment from GWinterwin
Well yes I guess it probably was an embarrassing moment for many women. But me, I look at it is just a part of life, something that is no doubt a very good thing to have been invented. People in life are just different, and I can imagine how you feel. Most men would probably never go buy feminine napkins for their wife or girlfriend, but it doesn't bother me. If that's the biggest struggle in life I ever have to tackle, life will be pretty sweet.
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2015
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Well yes I guess it probably was an embarrassing moment for many women. But me, I look at it is just a part of life, something that is no doubt a very good thing to have been invented. People in life are just different, and I can imagine how you feel. Most men would probably never go buy feminine napkins for their wife or girlfriend, but it doesn't bother me. If that's the biggest struggle in life I ever have to tackle, life will be pretty sweet.
Comment Written 16-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2015
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You have absolutely the right attitude, but things have changed==a lot. Thanks.
Comment from Dom G Robles
I love this article. I liked what is written. Everything from begining to end. I remember many years ago about a visit to one of my girl friends. She was at that time painting her finger nails with red, and she said, "I am on "Kotex" I thought then that she was referringto her cute finger nails. Many years after. I realized that she was referring to the "Kotex" in commercial, the very subject of your write-up today. Again, I feel that your piece deserves a rrating of six. But there is one thing I would like to ask you, Ingrid. How well do you know Faye (Nosha)?
I asked this because of my comment to one of his poems-Spring" I stated that I feel on my own (personal point of view) after praisingall the the stanzas) that the first stanza seems to have sacrifice the tone for rhyming andrhythm. I made it clear that that was my personal opinion. Because all the rest of the stanzas rhymed while the first, not. I though she maintained beauty for tone. She took my comments like a lecture and I felt her tone of resentment and bitterness. So I wrote back with a very stinging diplomatic reply. But as of now, I don't feel like reading more articles, because in my feelings I can not hide the truth as I see it. So I feel I woud pass time for a while until I feel better. Have a nice day lady. I'll stop by again some other time. Dom
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2015
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I love this article. I liked what is written. Everything from begining to end. I remember many years ago about a visit to one of my girl friends. She was at that time painting her finger nails with red, and she said, "I am on "Kotex" I thought then that she was referringto her cute finger nails. Many years after. I realized that she was referring to the "Kotex" in commercial, the very subject of your write-up today. Again, I feel that your piece deserves a rrating of six. But there is one thing I would like to ask you, Ingrid. How well do you know Faye (Nosha)?
I asked this because of my comment to one of his poems-Spring" I stated that I feel on my own (personal point of view) after praisingall the the stanzas) that the first stanza seems to have sacrifice the tone for rhyming andrhythm. I made it clear that that was my personal opinion. Because all the rest of the stanzas rhymed while the first, not. I though she maintained beauty for tone. She took my comments like a lecture and I felt her tone of resentment and bitterness. So I wrote back with a very stinging diplomatic reply. But as of now, I don't feel like reading more articles, because in my feelings I can not hide the truth as I see it. So I feel I woud pass time for a while until I feel better. Have a nice day lady. I'll stop by again some other time. Dom
Comment Written 16-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2015
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Thanks.
Comment from mommerry
This is a memory that even now, I would hesitate to share. I wonder now if we had protested - all the girls and women who found it offensive to see these advertisements - whether the ads and those coming later (Depends) would have been dumped. I don't think we realize the power we have and could have used. Great job on this "memory".
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2015
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This is a memory that even now, I would hesitate to share. I wonder now if we had protested - all the girls and women who found it offensive to see these advertisements - whether the ads and those coming later (Depends) would have been dumped. I don't think we realize the power we have and could have used. Great job on this "memory".
Comment Written 16-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2015
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Ah, but then again we now watch commercials for Viagara and KY jelly, even condoms and don't feel any embarrassment. I just laugh. Thanks.
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I am still mortified, esp. when children are present.
Comment from Bill Schott
If my mom saw anything on television today she would swear it was the end times. I remember when man and wife on TV couldn't sleep in the same bed. If look at shows from the sixties, every one had twin beds. Now there's Game of Thrones.
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2015
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If my mom saw anything on television today she would swear it was the end times. I remember when man and wife on TV couldn't sleep in the same bed. If look at shows from the sixties, every one had twin beds. Now there's Game of Thrones.
Comment Written 15-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2015
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You are so right/ Modesty and to a degree, complete denial was the menu. Thanks.
Comment from Tatarka2
This is such an important message, and I commend you for having the courage to write this piece. (Remember when the period was called "the curse?") Why is it that women's normal biological functions are/were viewed with such disgust and shame? Things are getting better, you're right. Good luck in the contest. This is an important piece.
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2015
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This is such an important message, and I commend you for having the courage to write this piece. (Remember when the period was called "the curse?") Why is it that women's normal biological functions are/were viewed with such disgust and shame? Things are getting better, you're right. Good luck in the contest. This is an important piece.
Comment Written 15-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2015
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God, I wish I'd remembered 'the curse.' For sure I would have included it in the essay. Thanks so much.
Comment from jpduck
I thought this was well done. 'We've come a long way, baby.' Yep, and that includes the men, I hope and believe.
Typos/SPAGs (* *=insert; [ ]=delete):
'Men blamed any deviation from their behaviour expectations of women as being on their period' (This doesn't make grammatical sense. Of course, it is clear what you mean. I think it would be better to write it as: 'Men blamed having a period for any deviation from their behaviour expectations of women.').
'at least for the girls I knew*.* *M*issing their buddy was a devastating nightmare'
Adrian
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2015
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I thought this was well done. 'We've come a long way, baby.' Yep, and that includes the men, I hope and believe.
Typos/SPAGs (* *=insert; [ ]=delete):
'Men blamed any deviation from their behaviour expectations of women as being on their period' (This doesn't make grammatical sense. Of course, it is clear what you mean. I think it would be better to write it as: 'Men blamed having a period for any deviation from their behaviour expectations of women.').
'at least for the girls I knew*.* *M*issing their buddy was a devastating nightmare'
Adrian
Comment Written 15-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2015
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While I totally revere your input and editorial skills, I've looked at the sentence and I don't agree with the punctuation change you've suggested. But hey, please don't ever let that stop you. You're a great reviewer that I appreciate very much.
Comment from visionary1234
What an accurate commentary - you capture the 'period' (no pun intended) of the 50's and 60's very well with their responses to those TV commercials, and to male attitudes in general (some of which have not improved) - and yes, a supreme irony re Depends/Poise etc ... I like your sharp conclusion and it brought a smile to my face! :)S
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2015
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What an accurate commentary - you capture the 'period' (no pun intended) of the 50's and 60's very well with their responses to those TV commercials, and to male attitudes in general (some of which have not improved) - and yes, a supreme irony re Depends/Poise etc ... I like your sharp conclusion and it brought a smile to my face! :)S
Comment Written 15-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2015
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So glad to make you smile. God knows, we weren't smiling when the ads first aired. Thanks.
Comment from Connie P
I LOVE this. I certainly remember the days when discretion in advertising was the rule of thumb. Your story is humorous and well written. I certainly see it as a good contender for the contest.
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2015
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I LOVE this. I certainly remember the days when discretion in advertising was the rule of thumb. Your story is humorous and well written. I certainly see it as a good contender for the contest.
Comment Written 15-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2015
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Thanks. When reminded about theses ads, almost all women remember and groan.
Comment from Futer98
Very true and accurate it's very shameful to sit in front of your own brothers, uncles and father and look anywhere but at the television. Every one knows what's going on and the women are looking at each other with a fain blush on their cheeks
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2015
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Very true and accurate it's very shameful to sit in front of your own brothers, uncles and father and look anywhere but at the television. Every one knows what's going on and the women are looking at each other with a fain blush on their cheeks
Comment Written 15-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2015
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I think every woman can relate. Thanks.