12/24 Heroes and Role Models
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Posted by: male27
Posted on: 2003-12-24 09:17:49
My hero well i had a few of them over the course of time thus far. my number one is my Father he is the best man that has yet to walk this earth. I have always looked up to him. even though he has passed i still try to follow his example. The next would be Rodger carrie my sixth grade teacher he was the person that made me realize i could make a difference in my situation. Then Mr Busking my eight grade teacher helped me in a speacial way given my situation at the time. the next would be "Chesty puller" he was an inspiration to me during my service in the USMC.
Posted by: male27
Posted on: 2003-12-24 09:17:49
My hero well i had a few of them over the course of time thus far. my number one is my Father he is the best man that has yet to walk this earth. I have always looked up to him. even though he has passed i still try to follow his example. The next would be Rodger carrie my sixth grade teacher he was the person that made me realize i could make a difference in my situation. Then Mr Busking my eight grade teacher helped me in a speacial way given my situation at the time. the next would be "Chesty puller" he was an inspiration to me during my service in the USMC.
There are others
Posted by: seaandski
Posted on: 2003-12-24 10:39:12
Parents need to show kids that there are heros other than pop culture offerings. There are plenty of people in the world to look up to, kids just need to be exposed to more than TV.
My personal heros are men that did not graduate from college but changed the world.
One of my heros is Bill Gates, a smart, kind man. Aside from inventing a technology we all use, he has used his wealth to change the world for so many others. He seems shy and unassuming. He seems dedicated to his family and his community. He is someone I would like my children to emulate. To me, he is a true American hero.
The Wright brothers are also my heros. After a trip to Kitty Hawk, one can truly appreciate the conditions these men endured to realize their dream. They were bicycle mechanics from Ohio with a vision. They dedicated themselves to it and never gave up until they succeeded.
Visit museums to learn about heros of the past, read biographies of famous people, and visit places made famous by ordinary people.
Finally, look around at the people in your life, there are heros among us. The key is to turn off the TV and get out there and meet them.
Posted by: seaandski
Posted on: 2003-12-24 10:39:12
Parents need to show kids that there are heros other than pop culture offerings. There are plenty of people in the world to look up to, kids just need to be exposed to more than TV.
My personal heros are men that did not graduate from college but changed the world.
One of my heros is Bill Gates, a smart, kind man. Aside from inventing a technology we all use, he has used his wealth to change the world for so many others. He seems shy and unassuming. He seems dedicated to his family and his community. He is someone I would like my children to emulate. To me, he is a true American hero.
The Wright brothers are also my heros. After a trip to Kitty Hawk, one can truly appreciate the conditions these men endured to realize their dream. They were bicycle mechanics from Ohio with a vision. They dedicated themselves to it and never gave up until they succeeded.
Visit museums to learn about heros of the past, read biographies of famous people, and visit places made famous by ordinary people.
Finally, look around at the people in your life, there are heros among us. The key is to turn off the TV and get out there and meet them.
Our Greatest Role Model
Posted by: billyjo
Posted on: 2003-12-24 10:50:41
My Mother suffered tremendously with addiction's in our childhood, up until the day she passed on. She passed away at the young age of 59. Through her we have learned so very much, all of us are also addicts. I wrote this poem to my one sister for Christmas this year, to remind her of our Mom's Love for us.......
"Our Moments are Precious, and Memories are Dear...
For what brings tomorrow, is yet to appear.
Although we stand strong,
Feeling sad , this is true.
Remember always, your Mother is YOU.
Through her trials and struggles,
Has made whom you are,
Yet to be seen the growth of how far.
For all has a reason, a season to see change,
But one that will remain forever in Mom’s name.,
Is the “Baby Mom” she proclaimed.
She now has passed on this richness to you,
And for this is the Family Ring.,
Which Reason is true.
Whenever you feel alone, sad but true,
Fold together your precious hands,
and feel your Mother come through.
Your softness is felt in these hands you were given,
From our Angel above , Our Mom in the heavens"..."We Love You, Mom and Billy".......See this sister kept Mom's family ring and is also a kindred spirit to infant baby's.
Posted by: billyjo
Posted on: 2003-12-24 10:50:41
My Mother suffered tremendously with addiction's in our childhood, up until the day she passed on. She passed away at the young age of 59. Through her we have learned so very much, all of us are also addicts. I wrote this poem to my one sister for Christmas this year, to remind her of our Mom's Love for us.......
"Our Moments are Precious, and Memories are Dear...
For what brings tomorrow, is yet to appear.
Although we stand strong,
Feeling sad , this is true.
Remember always, your Mother is YOU.
Through her trials and struggles,
Has made whom you are,
Yet to be seen the growth of how far.
For all has a reason, a season to see change,
But one that will remain forever in Mom’s name.,
Is the “Baby Mom” she proclaimed.
She now has passed on this richness to you,
And for this is the Family Ring.,
Which Reason is true.
Whenever you feel alone, sad but true,
Fold together your precious hands,
and feel your Mother come through.
Your softness is felt in these hands you were given,
From our Angel above , Our Mom in the heavens"..."We Love You, Mom and Billy".......See this sister kept Mom's family ring and is also a kindred spirit to infant baby's.
P.S.
Posted by: billyjo
Posted on: 2003-12-24 10:58:08
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE......Dr. Phil and staff.....Thanks for EVERYTHING this YEAR. I call myself your Number ONE fan....chow
Posted by: billyjo
Posted on: 2003-12-24 10:58:08
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE......Dr. Phil and staff.....Thanks for EVERYTHING this YEAR. I call myself your Number ONE fan....chow
Re heros and role models
Posted by: fishesjoan
Posted on: 2003-12-24 15:46:07
During the Andre Agassi portion of your show someone in the audience said the the "head start" program is no longer a program. Since when??? As far as I know in my community it is alive and very well. They procedures for getting the money has changed but the program is still there. Get the facts right!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: fishesjoan
Posted on: 2003-12-24 15:46:07
During the Andre Agassi portion of your show someone in the audience said the the "head start" program is no longer a program. Since when??? As far as I know in my community it is alive and very well. They procedures for getting the money has changed but the program is still there. Get the facts right!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Right facts?
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2003-12-26 15:38:38
That member of the audience said that "Head Start" was no longer a program in HIS particular school district. He didn't say WHY it was no longer a program there, just that it wasn't. His facts ARE right! He WASN'T talking about your community and mine, just HIS. Chill.
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2003-12-26 15:38:38
That member of the audience said that "Head Start" was no longer a program in HIS particular school district. He didn't say WHY it was no longer a program there, just that it wasn't. His facts ARE right! He WASN'T talking about your community and mine, just HIS. Chill.
My Mother
Posted by: aliciamari
Posted on: 2003-12-24 16:45:19
Looking back, I have to say that my mother is one of my biggest role models. The reasons are: One, her struggles of raising seven children alone, although some would fault her for that. Second, at the age of 61 she went to college, and at a college where it is rare to see someone of her age. She tried to go to college earlier in life but could not finish due to financial reasons, etc. Third, a lot of the love I have for nature, and for the simple things in life come from her being a country girl, it was past onto me. So, I thank my mom for doing her best, and being my role model. I hope she gets the job of her dreams when she finally graduates from college.
Posted by: aliciamari
Posted on: 2003-12-24 16:45:19
Looking back, I have to say that my mother is one of my biggest role models. The reasons are: One, her struggles of raising seven children alone, although some would fault her for that. Second, at the age of 61 she went to college, and at a college where it is rare to see someone of her age. She tried to go to college earlier in life but could not finish due to financial reasons, etc. Third, a lot of the love I have for nature, and for the simple things in life come from her being a country girl, it was past onto me. So, I thank my mom for doing her best, and being my role model. I hope she gets the job of her dreams when she finally graduates from college.
Party Favours
Posted by: cijaym
Posted on: 2003-12-24 19:07:20
Last year when I had my 40th birthday, my mum told me she had invited a lot of people to her house for supper. After awhile I phoned her and said "could you call them all and tell them no gifts, just to bring something for the food bank?" She was one step ahead of me and said that's exactly what she did already. (Talk about MY role model huh?)
We now do that every time family gathers, bring an item for the food bank. Like the lady said "how many of us need another ornament or how many more Barbies do your kids need?"
Tonight is Christmas Eve, we're just ready to head to mum's, I have a bag of macaroni to take with me. Please remember others, not just for the holiday season but all year.
Happy Holidays everyone! Love Cijay
Posted by: cijaym
Posted on: 2003-12-24 19:07:20
Last year when I had my 40th birthday, my mum told me she had invited a lot of people to her house for supper. After awhile I phoned her and said "could you call them all and tell them no gifts, just to bring something for the food bank?" She was one step ahead of me and said that's exactly what she did already. (Talk about MY role model huh?)
We now do that every time family gathers, bring an item for the food bank. Like the lady said "how many of us need another ornament or how many more Barbies do your kids need?"
Tonight is Christmas Eve, we're just ready to head to mum's, I have a bag of macaroni to take with me. Please remember others, not just for the holiday season but all year.
Happy Holidays everyone! Love Cijay
My Non-family heroine
Posted by: cijaym
Posted on: 2003-12-24 19:13:03
I have to word it that way so that it doesn't look like I'm dissing my family.
Kim Phuc, "the girl in the picture", the little girl who was running naked from the napalm in 1972. Not only did she overcome so many obstacles physically and emotionally but she has actually forgiven everyone involved in the happening. She doesn't see it as a 'your fault', just as something horrible that happened. She now does a lot of work for children in war situations and I've seen her lecture twice.
Forgiveness is something I always have to work at. I'm getting pretty good but I had to 'learn' how to do it, while it should come naturally. I always keep a copy of the picture of Kim and I closeby so I can promise her and myself that I will always forgive people.
Posted by: cijaym
Posted on: 2003-12-24 19:13:03
I have to word it that way so that it doesn't look like I'm dissing my family.
Kim Phuc, "the girl in the picture", the little girl who was running naked from the napalm in 1972. Not only did she overcome so many obstacles physically and emotionally but she has actually forgiven everyone involved in the happening. She doesn't see it as a 'your fault', just as something horrible that happened. She now does a lot of work for children in war situations and I've seen her lecture twice.
Forgiveness is something I always have to work at. I'm getting pretty good but I had to 'learn' how to do it, while it should come naturally. I always keep a copy of the picture of Kim and I closeby so I can promise her and myself that I will always forgive people.
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2003-12-26 15:46:10
Being 51, I remember Kim Phuc's picture. It's an image impossible to forget. Now, I know what's become of her. She forgiven everyone responsible and is spending her life making others' better. That makes her a heroine in my book! I'm reminded of another who not only forgave but went to love among and love the ones who killed her husband. The missionary Elizabeth Elliott.
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2003-12-26 15:52:11
Being 51, I remember Kim Phuc's picture. It's an image impossible to forget. Now, I know what's become of her. She's forgiven everyone responsible and is spending her life making others' better. That makes her a heroine in my book! I'm reminded of another who not only forgave but went to love among and love the ones who killed her husband. The missionary Elizabeth Elliot. I heard her lecture once. She's got a cute little gap between her teeth and quite a sense of humor. She also autographed a copy of her biography of another missionary, Amy Carmicheal for me.
Kim and Elizabeth
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2003-12-26 15:55:18
Being 51, I remember Kim Phuc's picture. It's an image impossible to forget. Now, I know what's become of her. She's forgiven everyone responsible and is spending her life making others' better. That makes her a heroine in my book!
I'm reminded of another who not only forgave but went to love among and love the ones who killed her husband. The missionary Elizabeth Elliot. I heard her lecture once. She's got a cute little gap between her teeth and quite a sense of humor. She also autographed a copy of her biography of another missionary, Amy Carmichael, for me.
Britney Spears? Forget her!
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2003-12-26 15:55:18
Being 51, I remember Kim Phuc's picture. It's an image impossible to forget. Now, I know what's become of her. She's forgiven everyone responsible and is spending her life making others' better. That makes her a heroine in my book!
I'm reminded of another who not only forgave but went to love among and love the ones who killed her husband. The missionary Elizabeth Elliot. I heard her lecture once. She's got a cute little gap between her teeth and quite a sense of humor. She also autographed a copy of her biography of another missionary, Amy Carmichael, for me.
Britney Spears? Forget her!
Show on Role Models
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Posted on: 2003-12-25 01:05:21
I recognized Jane's "donation as a gift" at kids' parties as a variation on my own practice. (Where kids' parties are concerned, any invitations I sent out to kids for birthday parties also asked that no gifts be brought. My reason, however, was that I didn't want any child not wanting to come due to not being able to bring a present.) This year I decided that there is nothing I can give to the adults in my life on gift giving occasions that they don't already have, or that they cannot more easily afford than I. So I decided that from now on, my gifts to all but young children would be a card or letter containing a message something like, "In honor of you on this occasion, I have chosen to express my appreciation for you by making a donation in your name to the wonderful and needy children of the Child Crisis Center." I feel better knowing that I am not giving "token" gifts that people really don't want, my donations are in whatever amount I feel comfortable giving at the time, I've found a way to contribute cash, not just my time, to that incredible organization, and everyone that I've explained my new-styled "gifts" to has been in favor of the notion. I wish I'd thought of it years ago.
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Posted on: 2003-12-25 01:05:21
I recognized Jane's "donation as a gift" at kids' parties as a variation on my own practice. (Where kids' parties are concerned, any invitations I sent out to kids for birthday parties also asked that no gifts be brought. My reason, however, was that I didn't want any child not wanting to come due to not being able to bring a present.) This year I decided that there is nothing I can give to the adults in my life on gift giving occasions that they don't already have, or that they cannot more easily afford than I. So I decided that from now on, my gifts to all but young children would be a card or letter containing a message something like, "In honor of you on this occasion, I have chosen to express my appreciation for you by making a donation in your name to the wonderful and needy children of the Child Crisis Center." I feel better knowing that I am not giving "token" gifts that people really don't want, my donations are in whatever amount I feel comfortable giving at the time, I've found a way to contribute cash, not just my time, to that incredible organization, and everyone that I've explained my new-styled "gifts" to has been in favor of the notion. I wish I'd thought of it years ago.
Positive celebrity role models.
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2003-12-26 16:18:58
Much to his credit, Dr Phil rarely has celebrity guests. It isn't their celebrity status that got them on the show today, but their quality as role models.
Andre Agassi, he knows personally since they play tennis together and Jane Kaczmarek, he may know only by reputation.
I've never heard the unsavory things about Agassi that I've heard about some other male tennis stars. Now, I think I know why. He's doing a great thing for those kids.
I've never watched "Malcolm in the Middle". I haven't watched a sitcom regulary in years. Since they've put so much sex and sexual innuendo, bad language, and bratty, disrespectful kids in most of them, they just aren't my thing anymore.
Now that I've seen Jane Kaczmarek on Dr Phil, I respect her as a role mosdel. Auctioning off the Academy Award gowns is a great idea, especially since they're worn only once. Me, I'd probably make my own, a simple, modest one out of very fancy, elegant fabric. And, I'd probably steal the show!
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2003-12-26 16:18:58
Much to his credit, Dr Phil rarely has celebrity guests. It isn't their celebrity status that got them on the show today, but their quality as role models.
Andre Agassi, he knows personally since they play tennis together and Jane Kaczmarek, he may know only by reputation.
I've never heard the unsavory things about Agassi that I've heard about some other male tennis stars. Now, I think I know why. He's doing a great thing for those kids.
I've never watched "Malcolm in the Middle". I haven't watched a sitcom regulary in years. Since they've put so much sex and sexual innuendo, bad language, and bratty, disrespectful kids in most of them, they just aren't my thing anymore.
Now that I've seen Jane Kaczmarek on Dr Phil, I respect her as a role mosdel. Auctioning off the Academy Award gowns is a great idea, especially since they're worn only once. Me, I'd probably make my own, a simple, modest one out of very fancy, elegant fabric. And, I'd probably steal the show!
Good role model, bad role model
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2003-12-26 16:47:54
I was disappointed that, since Dr Phil dealt with role models and even had two celebrity guests setting a good, positive example to follow, he didn't deal at all with Britney Spears' defiencies as a role model. Especially since his first guest was so concerned about her daughters' obsession with Spears.
I think Dr Phil was two dismissive of this woman's concerns. How much are two girls that age going to rebel if their mother curtails their exposure to Spears? Probably not as much as they would if they were already teenagers. When they're young, that's the time to mold them.
Just the way she dresses makes Spears is a terrible role model. My husband's teenaged granddaughter sometimes dresses like such a slut that I won't even take pictures of her. And SHE thinks Spears' clothes are skanky!
This guest was concerned that her daughters would start wanting to dress like Spears. Dr Phil had a couple shows about girls 11, 12, 13 years old dressing like her. He strongly disapproved and came down on the mothers for either buying the clothing or letting them have the kind of friends that would let lend it to them. He these mothers to take more control of their daughters. And he's telling this guest to ease up. It doesn't add up.
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2003-12-26 16:47:54
I was disappointed that, since Dr Phil dealt with role models and even had two celebrity guests setting a good, positive example to follow, he didn't deal at all with Britney Spears' defiencies as a role model. Especially since his first guest was so concerned about her daughters' obsession with Spears.
I think Dr Phil was two dismissive of this woman's concerns. How much are two girls that age going to rebel if their mother curtails their exposure to Spears? Probably not as much as they would if they were already teenagers. When they're young, that's the time to mold them.
Just the way she dresses makes Spears is a terrible role model. My husband's teenaged granddaughter sometimes dresses like such a slut that I won't even take pictures of her. And SHE thinks Spears' clothes are skanky!
This guest was concerned that her daughters would start wanting to dress like Spears. Dr Phil had a couple shows about girls 11, 12, 13 years old dressing like her. He strongly disapproved and came down on the mothers for either buying the clothing or letting them have the kind of friends that would let lend it to them. He these mothers to take more control of their daughters. And he's telling this guest to ease up. It doesn't add up.
Another concern about Spears
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2003-12-26 16:58:08
I,m also concerned about Spears' effect on teenage girl's body image and weight issues. This came up on Jay's show with the teens struggling with their weight problems, real and imagined. Because of all the hype surrounding Spears, many girls want a "figure" like hers and some will starve themselves to get it. Forget that she probably never starves HERSELF, may eat like a horse, even, and burns it off practising her dance routines for hours a day and then performing them. And, maybe she's one of those who can't gain, no matter WHAT they eat.
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2003-12-26 16:58:08
I,m also concerned about Spears' effect on teenage girl's body image and weight issues. This came up on Jay's show with the teens struggling with their weight problems, real and imagined. Because of all the hype surrounding Spears, many girls want a "figure" like hers and some will starve themselves to get it. Forget that she probably never starves HERSELF, may eat like a horse, even, and burns it off practising her dance routines for hours a day and then performing them. And, maybe she's one of those who can't gain, no matter WHAT they eat.
Clothing Tips
Posted by: jlmathre
Posted on: 2003-12-29 23:02:08
Children need to understand the differences between costumes/sports uniforms and regular clothes. What a performer wears onstage is not the same as what they wear offstage. What an athelete wears during a game is not what they wear otherwise. In fact, many pro atheletes wear business suits when not playing.
Kids can honor their idols with jewelry, pins, patches and other small things and not have to dress up.
Kids can learn dance and athletic moves, then need to be challenged to do it better than their idol or make up their own moves.
If a child wants to wear a jersey, that's fine. Just tuck it into a long pants. (Forget shorts unless everyone else does too). Keep their appearance neat, not sloppy.
As for makeup - that's for theatre or Halloween. The best makeup is the makeup you can't see.
Posted by: jlmathre
Posted on: 2003-12-29 23:02:08
Children need to understand the differences between costumes/sports uniforms and regular clothes. What a performer wears onstage is not the same as what they wear offstage. What an athelete wears during a game is not what they wear otherwise. In fact, many pro atheletes wear business suits when not playing.
Kids can honor their idols with jewelry, pins, patches and other small things and not have to dress up.
Kids can learn dance and athletic moves, then need to be challenged to do it better than their idol or make up their own moves.
If a child wants to wear a jersey, that's fine. Just tuck it into a long pants. (Forget shorts unless everyone else does too). Keep their appearance neat, not sloppy.
As for makeup - that's for theatre or Halloween. The best makeup is the makeup you can't see.
Role Models
Posted by: kilika903
Posted on: 2003-12-30 09:55:51
I just loved seeing Andre Agassi on Dr. Phil. He was my role model in HS. I played tennis, had his shoes and a similar racquet. Between Agassi and Greg Louganis they kept me on track with the family I was growing up in.
Parents, hang in there with your kids and their role model obessions, just remember to keep an open door policy with your children and don't judge them, guide them, they will come to you more than you think.
K
Southern California
Posted by: kilika903
Posted on: 2003-12-30 09:55:51
I just loved seeing Andre Agassi on Dr. Phil. He was my role model in HS. I played tennis, had his shoes and a similar racquet. Between Agassi and Greg Louganis they kept me on track with the family I was growing up in.
Parents, hang in there with your kids and their role model obessions, just remember to keep an open door policy with your children and don't judge them, guide them, they will come to you more than you think.
K
Southern California
Role Models
Posted by: tennisfun
Posted on: 2003-12-31 10:57:01
I also enjoyed the Role Model show and especially enjoyed watching and hearing Andre Agassi. He is a super tennis player, but more especially, a wonderful human being. He gives so much and seems the most sincere about it. I am a huge fan of his and Dr. Phil. What a nice Christmas present to have them both on tv at the same time, and having Dr. Phil acknowledge the wonderful person Agassi is and an opportunity for others to meet a couple of the students and hear what they think about his school. Thanks Dr. Phil. Special thanks to Andre Agassi.
R. from North Carolina
Posted by: tennisfun
Posted on: 2003-12-31 10:57:01
I also enjoyed the Role Model show and especially enjoyed watching and hearing Andre Agassi. He is a super tennis player, but more especially, a wonderful human being. He gives so much and seems the most sincere about it. I am a huge fan of his and Dr. Phil. What a nice Christmas present to have them both on tv at the same time, and having Dr. Phil acknowledge the wonderful person Agassi is and an opportunity for others to meet a couple of the students and hear what they think about his school. Thanks Dr. Phil. Special thanks to Andre Agassi.
R. from North Carolina
Rerun this show
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2004-01-02 10:39:55
I think this show needs to be rerun at least twice between now and the new season in September. Judging form the small number of messages, I don't think very many people saw the show, with it being shown on Christmas Eve. While I disagree with Dr Phil's advice to the mother of two Spears-obsessed little girls (too dismissive of her concerns), I think the rest of the show is excellent. There are too many deficient role models in the limelight. Good ones like Agassi and Kaczmarek are virtually unheard of by most youngsters.
Posted by: ramair
Posted on: 2004-01-02 10:39:55
I think this show needs to be rerun at least twice between now and the new season in September. Judging form the small number of messages, I don't think very many people saw the show, with it being shown on Christmas Eve. While I disagree with Dr Phil's advice to the mother of two Spears-obsessed little girls (too dismissive of her concerns), I think the rest of the show is excellent. There are too many deficient role models in the limelight. Good ones like Agassi and Kaczmarek are virtually unheard of by most youngsters.
