| Feb 5, 2006 @ 10:21 AM |
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AngelLight
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Superbowl Sunday is the one day of the year that the domestic violence hotlines receive the highest number of calls.
With the combination of alcohol, and the nature of the sport of football, women are at greatest risk for being violenced on.
May we send out peaceful thoughts and prayers for those whose health and safety may be at risk today.
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 10:27 AM |
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Pete73052
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Wow. I had no idea. Yes, good thoughts...
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 11:00 AM |
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TiNkErGrRrRrR
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Courage is the wonder of who we really are
It shows the glimming of a perfect star,
for when we walk in the darkness of abuse,
it is our courage that has rescued us.
Courage is the shield that protects us from despair,
It is the blanket that warned our hearts,
As we stood trembling there.
Courage is the sword that we have used
To finely take a stand,
It is the inner strength and confidence,
We thought we had lost.
When all along we fought to keep it at any cost.
The Broken Lady
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 11:02 AM |
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spongebob777
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I'm not a football fan.
Guess it's true, I am "safe".
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 11:14 AM |
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lecriveuse
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hmph. i had no idea, angel. i do hope women take care and stop by the local wal-mart for a bat. u know when the commercial or half-time game is over, they'll have their attention turned to the tv. i'm not kidding either. 
i grew up in a house with that nonsense. fortunately she ditched the philandering moron, and i've picked up the cue to NOT associate with an abuser. let's send some more positive thoughts that they will think better of themselves (and kids, if appropriate) and get the hell out of that situation.
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 12:35 PM |
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EyesofBlue72660
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let's send some more positive thoughts that they will think better of themselves (and kids, if appropriate) and get the hell out of that situation. 
While the Superbowl is airing, as long as the women don't walk in front of the t.v., it might just be a perfect time to "get the hell out of that situation"!!!!!!!!!!
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 1:09 PM |
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PerhapsLove
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That is a very interesting fact, if true.
When did that phenomenon begin?
And, prior to its beginning, was there another "day" that, for any length of time, produced similar statistical data?
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 1:14 PM |
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lecriveuse
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as long as the women don't walk in front of the t.v.,
u know what, eyes? i just realized that ur a mess, too.   
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 1:20 PM |
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EyesofBlue72660
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Thank you, Lec!!!!!!!! I wouldn't want to be any other way!!! 
It was just my subtle hint that if someone was serious about getting out, they would use a little sense and not remind the abuser they were even around. It seems that so often, people want that "last" chance to get their point across, even though they know what could possibly happen---more abuse, whether it be emotional, mental or physical. It makes no sense to me, but some do thrive on trying to "give one more chance" for the umpteenth time to someone that doesn't deserve it! 
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 1:28 PM |
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PerhapsLove
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Claim:
More women are victims of domestic violence on Super Bowl Sunday than on any other day of the year.
Status:
False.
Origins:
The claim that Super Bowl Sunday is "the biggest day of the year for violence against women" demonstrates how easily an idea congruous with what people want to believe can be implanted in the public consciousness and anointed as "fact" even when it has been fabricated out of whole cloth.
Domestic violence has been a problem all too often ignored, covered up, and swept under the rug. Many well-intentioned and successful efforts have been made in the last few decades to bring the issue to public attention — to get the word out to women that they need not suffer silent, helpless, and alone; to advertise that there are organizations victims can turn to for help and support; and to educate others in spotting the signs of abuse. Unfortunately, nearly every cause will encompass a sub-group of advocates who, either through deliberate disingenuousness or earnest gullibility, end up spreading "noble lies" in the furtherance of that cause. The myth of Super Bowl Sunday violence is one such noble lie.
Sources:
Cadwallader, Bruce. "Super Bowl Battering Didn't Happen."
Ringle, Ken. "Debunking the 'Day of Dread' for Women."
Tuohy, Lynne. "No Increases in Domestic Violence Reported from Super Bowl."
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 1:37 PM |
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lecriveuse
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It makes no sense to me, but some do thrive on trying to "give one more chance" for the umpteenth time to someone that doesn't deserve it!
ur right. my last bastion of feelings are for the kids who watch that stuff cos dad can't keep his mitts to himself, mom wants to be a martyr, and no one is looking out for those poor children. i HATED to see my parents duke it out. "moms" bragged later that she fought him like a champ. ha! i reminded her that she didn't stand up to diddely, and people are supposed to touch one another in affection, not anger. anything else is weird and intolerable; no sympathy from urs truly.
i promised myself i'd never be a battered wife, and my word is firm!
and sir perhaps, the nobleman of MD and champion of american sports saves his precious institution.  i'm glad the only thing we need to worry about on superbowl sunday is getting our fair share of cken wings and superbowl widows who should be watching the games (and those gorgeous tushes in the huddle). 
[Edited on 2/5/2006 1:55 PM]
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 1:43 PM |
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EyesofBlue72660
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Good for you, Lec!!! 
And you're so right about the children. I feel that if they are left in that type of environment, it is all they know, and they will then believe that is how life is supposed to be and will continue the "tradition". A TRUE parent will do EVERYTHING possible to get their children out of that type of situation!!!!
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 2:17 PM |
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SunBabe
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Uh, when's the Superbowl?
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 2:19 PM |
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EyesofBlue72660
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From what I hear.......Sometime today!
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 2:20 PM |
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lecriveuse
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it's today, sun. =))
the only superbowl that sticks in my head was the superbowl shuffle.  i still remember the words, too. uh-huh!
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 2:33 PM |
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PerhapsLove
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superbowl shuffle
That was the Chicago Bears...
of the Walter Payton, Jim McMahon, Richard Dent, Mike Singletary, Otis Wilson, et alia days
They broke all the "Rules" and set a few records doing so.
I think they even made a video that SOARED in the ratings
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 2:39 PM |
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SunBabe
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 There are some times I'm really REALLY glad I don't have a TV. It tends to cut down on some of my neuvo-cultural literacy, but it sure seems to simplfy my life. hehehe, the life that's all about ME, naturally.  
...and Lecri~ I never caught on to the Superbowl Shuffle. It all stems back to my childhood, Doc, when those bubbly, bouncy cutsie cheerleaders totally dissed me cuz I was an awkward, gawky nerd. 
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 2:43 PM |
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lecriveuse
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girl, i NEVER paid attention to those cheerleaders when all the action was on the field! btw, perhaps has it down pat. my mom, my sister and i watched the superbowl shuffle video everytime it came on -- no matter where we were in the house!
i wish i could've gotten a copy of the video; i was told it was sold "reginally". hmph. don't forget the fridge, perhaps ("ur lookin at the fridge; i'm the rookie. i may be large, but i'm no dumb cookie....")
do real men mind if u drool at them (not obviously or distastefully of course)?
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 2:54 PM |
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AngelLight
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I know multiple people who have supervised domestic hotlines, and Superbowl Sunday is a biggie!!! These people are the people who supervise the volunteers who take the calls and assist when/if a volunteer can't handle the call.
Just today I had lunch with a friend who is currently a supervisor of a domestic violence hotline....she's been doing the work for years and knows. I don't know about statistics, only that every person who I've known who has been in this line of work has said the exact same thing.
Other days women are at higher risk are Valentine's Day, Christmas and New Year's Eve.
Regardless of stats, because stats say this or that depending on who is doing the "research", many women are at risk today and thus may we be mindful and prayerful for their safety and the safety of their children. That is all.
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| Feb 5, 2006 @ 3:27 PM |
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lecriveuse
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thanks, angel. it's still plainly obvious that too many women hang around to get punched out by boyfriend, husband, etc. get out!
today, there are so many resources available for emergency and long-term help. damn, if u can't do it for urself, do it for ur kids. no one wants to grow up in some jacked up skit like that! puts a new spin on holidays, doesn't it?
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