tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post7972485489041975270..comments2024-03-27T19:25:02.619-07:00Comments on hostess of the humble bungalow: Thoughts on women...hostess of the humble bungalowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comBlogger63125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-50998430081931454902017-02-03T21:06:32.706-08:002017-02-03T21:06:32.706-08:00I'm not a politically intelligent person; but... I'm not a politically intelligent person; but I believe that women are the key that unlocks the door to change.<br />I have also read Malala's book. <br />I subscribe, and donate to The Clarion Project, and purchase their videos. There are some powerful and inspirational women of the board.<br />I was born in the Year of The Rooster. My son is half Chinese. I'm very close with my former inlaws, and honour and keep many of their traditions. My son's grandmother is the first woman president of the Wong Association of Ontario. She is such an inspiration to me.No Sacrifice Bagshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14768755519910407042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-60210731614010309442017-02-03T10:12:19.632-08:002017-02-03T10:12:19.632-08:00Thank you for sharing your thoughts... we need to ...Thank you for sharing your thoughts... we need to hear the concerns of all women. Happy weekendgwenrobhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14527678222933978030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-17112433430746744472017-02-03T08:13:32.684-08:002017-02-03T08:13:32.684-08:00I don't even know where Trudeau stands on issu...I don't even know where Trudeau stands on issues---but his temperament seems to be first rate--which is so important in a leader. I used to post in a political forum online. I finally stopped because both the liberal voices and the conservative voices were way too strident for me. Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12756033682201519150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-17003949141503383772017-02-03T07:08:24.459-08:002017-02-03T07:08:24.459-08:00Yellow roses...a nod to the suffragettes. I have ...Yellow roses...a nod to the suffragettes. I have a pair of yellow rose S&P shakers painted by women who were china painters at the Roycroft way back when. I grew up just a few minutes away from the Roycroft, love the ideas and aesthetics of the A&C Movement which are so relevant today, so I enjoy your thoughts and seeing your antiques.tnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-75505144806417364882017-02-03T05:05:59.306-08:002017-02-03T05:05:59.306-08:00We are in tumultuous times. Your voice is so impor...We are in tumultuous times. Your voice is so important. Great post.Linda Pakravanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06505079649836732725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-39472823591590325812017-02-03T04:52:43.048-08:002017-02-03T04:52:43.048-08:00I agree entirely, bringing women together (e.g., t...I agree entirely, bringing women together (e.g., the new book club) and being able to work across many lines can only make things better for everyone. The current climate is truly not healthy and damaging in many ways. Sadly, people from other countries, many full citizens of the USA, feel very uncomfortable. Fiding common ground is imperative. Susan Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-53291435298188472342017-02-02T23:06:32.064-08:002017-02-02T23:06:32.064-08:00You have said so much in a wise,kind,patient and c...You have said so much in a wise,kind,patient and civilized way- a beautiful post<br />DottoressaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-75272227473127014592017-02-02T11:50:51.451-08:002017-02-02T11:50:51.451-08:00Thank you from a longtime reader and admirer of yo...Thank you from a longtime reader and admirer of your blog...and a terrified American. That the world not judge us by this current insanity, is my hope. Thank you for your always insightful reflections on home and the strength of women.Hummingbird5https://www.blogger.com/profile/13574224931639273406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-85659982881736749972017-02-02T11:19:18.821-08:002017-02-02T11:19:18.821-08:00I feel nourished reading the many wise responses o...I feel nourished reading the many wise responses of the women who read and enjoy ( and write) this blog. Some of us are more comfortable taking a public role in any dissent, some of us prefer a behind the scenes role. All are necessary. I just want to reflect that we all stand on the shoulders of giants, however. It seems hard to believe, but it is only a little less than a century that women earned the right to vote, own property in their own name, or even have the right to keep their own children should a family break up. Each of us who benefits from these rights should be grateful to the women who did take public stands on these issues and suffer for them.BuffaloGalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01955877675474643525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-62530017537299723302017-02-02T10:30:37.971-08:002017-02-02T10:30:37.971-08:00Margie you share your thoughts with such eloquence...Margie you share your thoughts with such eloquence...<br />I also feel uncomfortable with yelling and name calling...many people prefer to act out in a dramatic way but that stresses me too much. <br />There are serious issues and times of peril where strong actions are warranted and demonstrations are needed to initiate change...<br /><br />For me personally I like moving quietly "behind the scenes" taking action for causes that I feel passionate about...donating money or time...making a difference in my local community. <br />Thankfully we all have different "gifts and abilities" we must try to understand and embrace our differences.<br />The sun is shining here today and there are snow flurries predicted for tomorrow...<br />take care.<br /> <br />hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-51713593907685804082017-02-02T10:17:39.552-08:002017-02-02T10:17:39.552-08:00Many of my friends have also been feeling a sense ...Many of my friends have also been feeling a sense of trepidation and unease...<br />hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-73549946543078618192017-02-02T10:14:47.942-08:002017-02-02T10:14:47.942-08:00That's interesting to me because my responses ...That's interesting to me because my responses of flight or fight are usually much more profound than my husband's responses. I have had several episodes when our children were young where I felt that we were in grave danger, once in a flood and the other in a storm on our boat and both times I was controlled but inside I was hysterical and I think I suffered post traumatic stress after the events!hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-23589300277593765902017-02-02T10:10:49.980-08:002017-02-02T10:10:49.980-08:00We all have our opinions about contentious issues ...We all have our opinions about contentious issues and I understand that you are very passionate about your cause but my blog focus is not to divide or upset readers. <br />I prefer to keep things calm and serene as there is so much turmoil out there in the world.<br />I share beauty, offer a safe haven for those who may feel stress in their lives, promote gratitude and joy to those who feel sorrow, we celebrate our friendships, through respect, understanding and kindness.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-64572496872913034042017-02-02T10:03:19.093-08:002017-02-02T10:03:19.093-08:00The topic moved me so much when I wrote it that it...The topic moved me so much when I wrote it that it must have spilled over and resonated with you too.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-5359498059026542352017-02-02T10:02:04.557-08:002017-02-02T10:02:04.557-08:00I wonder why US retirees cannot move to BC? We had...I wonder why US retirees cannot move to BC? We had a former neighbour on our street who lived 6 months in the eastern US and 6 months here...<br />Not sure about the requirements to relocate here as I have not looked into it...<br />I do know that many people from across Canada retire here.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-23370177151142654592017-02-02T10:00:46.438-08:002017-02-02T10:00:46.438-08:00Thank you, Leslie.Thank you, Leslie.thepoutingpensionerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13484934089759704702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-57250930880729097602017-02-02T09:57:57.982-08:002017-02-02T09:57:57.982-08:00Thank you Bridget I have read her book...I do not ...Thank you Bridget I have read her book...I do not hesitate to recommend it to anyone who has not read it.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-38197010212315594902017-02-02T09:57:20.178-08:002017-02-02T09:57:20.178-08:00Your great grand daughter will grow up learning fr...Your great grand daughter will grow up learning from your experience and wisdom...it really does take a village to raise a child and the more involved we are with our children and grandchildren really pays off...hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-81771526301042700052017-02-02T09:54:30.643-08:002017-02-02T09:54:30.643-08:00Heritage homes have many quirks...wear and tear fr...Heritage homes have many quirks...wear and tear from former generations like the dips at the sink make them much more charming. Sounds like you appreciate these little details too.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-25968564498836621262017-02-02T09:52:02.421-08:002017-02-02T09:52:02.421-08:00I think that if anything our current age is the ag...I think that if anything our current age is the age of the Woman and I am very proud of that. It also is a time for women to stand up to protect and nourish the rights and privileges that it has taken decades to achieve. Love, and understanding is of course a part of this and who better to know that then wives, mother, daughters, and sisters. It might be the year of the rooster but don't forget who really rules the roost.La Vie Quotidiennehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01348063467803160245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-31757838804896796402017-02-02T06:07:14.429-08:002017-02-02T06:07:14.429-08:00Thank you for this blog Hostess - I found it thoug...Thank you for this blog Hostess - I found it thoughtful and thought provoking. <br />Many bloggers have seen reason to take a stand over recent issues - on both sides of the Atlantic - and I feel that they have the right to express their own opinions on their personal blogs. If others do not agree with their stand then they are free to not log back in. <br /><br />What I have found truly appalling - and frightening - is the viciousness and hatefulness with which some respond - on both sides of the political spectrum. Comment sections and blog forums used to be a wonderful place to find differing views, opinions, and ways of doing things - more and more they are becoming places where we must either all agree or we are "the other".<br /><br />Personally, I don't see the world in shades of black & white - I see many shades of grey - with the occasional disturbing predominance of black and the occasional flash of brilliant white. Consensus and progress can only be reached when discussion and compromise are engaged - at the moment emotions seem to be too raw for this to happen. I understand this initial reaction - but - at some point in time the yelling and name calling and blind adherence to one side or another will need to stop so that something (anything) can be accomplished. The current mood and often knee-jerk reactions on both sides is only inflaming the situation and I think everyone needs to take a step back. <br /> <br />This doesn't mean that I don't believe in protest and even civil disobedience but I think there are also other ways to affect change - even if it's just within our own small circle. As you say Hostess - demonstrating kindness, charity and thoughtfulness to others, and especially to other women goes a long way in this world and the personal can often mitigate<br />and override the political.<br />Have a wonderful day in your lovely home.Margie from Torontohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10103835021764804099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-77383200168926551842017-02-02T05:47:32.746-08:002017-02-02T05:47:32.746-08:00Very wise!! Thank you for putting words to my vag...Very wise!! Thank you for putting words to my vague thoughts of these past few weeks.Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-71590805325946346042017-02-02T05:30:00.586-08:002017-02-02T05:30:00.586-08:00This is a beautifully written post and I really ap...This is a beautifully written post and I really appreciate its content on many levels. It prompts me to share something I've been mulling over recently regarding women's strength in difficult times. For a long time we've known about humans' "fight or flight response" to danger. A lesser known and more recently studied response, said to be stronger in women, is framed as "tend and befriend." (I've also seen it as "tend and defend.")As I decide how I will behave and what actions I will take, based on all that I respect and value, during these difficult--even dangerous--times, this framework resonates with me. RKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10059826618805899666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-22124861556455278692017-02-02T05:29:25.333-08:002017-02-02T05:29:25.333-08:00Hi, I really want you to know that I was not tryin...Hi, I really want you to know that I was not trying to upset you by talking about abortion. I've devoted my retirement to ending abortion, and it's a sad topic to deal with every day. So, that's why I look forward to reading your blog every day. It's a great diversion due to your usual topics, and I usually read the books you read. Thanks and God bless.Kathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11356621383189470491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-31995739473298710862017-02-02T05:14:14.319-08:002017-02-02T05:14:14.319-08:00Thank you for this beautiful post, I got goosebump...Thank you for this beautiful post, I got goosebumps reading it. 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