You be the Judge: Vulgar or Not?
I thought senior citizens had heard it all.36 total reviews
Comment from Jackarrie
Your prose is one of the reasons I love FS The honesty, and the reality of what real life is all about. I never was a prude, a fact is a fact, why live in a world of hush hush. I found a great comfort in reading it, not a bit vulgar at all. I know I am not alone in my attitude to sex now I am older. He had the best of me and I certainly gave more than most. Now I am happy with the memories, The mind may be willing but the body lets me down every time. I would love to read the original poem. Mary
When I get my sixes I will edit this.
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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Your prose is one of the reasons I love FS The honesty, and the reality of what real life is all about. I never was a prude, a fact is a fact, why live in a world of hush hush. I found a great comfort in reading it, not a bit vulgar at all. I know I am not alone in my attitude to sex now I am older. He had the best of me and I certainly gave more than most. Now I am happy with the memories, The mind may be willing but the body lets me down every time. I would love to read the original poem. Mary
When I get my sixes I will edit this.
Comment Written 21-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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Thanks for the thought of the six. Funny thing, but the site won't allow that particular update. At least, that's been my experience. Somedays I miss those hormones. Sigh...
Comment from Phyllis Stewart
Not vulgar at all, but sad, from the woman's point of view. I can't imagine outgrowing my love of sex, so I'm glad there's viagra and its cousins. Yay!
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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Not vulgar at all, but sad, from the woman's point of view. I can't imagine outgrowing my love of sex, so I'm glad there's viagra and its cousins. Yay!
Comment Written 21-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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Aren't you the playboy bunny! I too love feeling sexy. It still happens on occassions. Just need more atmosphere than usual. :-)
Comment from Just Alyx
Huh? That was what the fuss is over? ... okay. My short reply to someone like that would be that they lack objectivity to subject matter and need to work most on that as a "writer". That oughta do it. I enjoyed it and thought it was fast and witty. Any longer and it could be converted into a short comedic stage skit. Cool.
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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Huh? That was what the fuss is over? ... okay. My short reply to someone like that would be that they lack objectivity to subject matter and need to work most on that as a "writer". That oughta do it. I enjoyed it and thought it was fast and witty. Any longer and it could be converted into a short comedic stage skit. Cool.
Comment Written 21-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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I thought about doing that, Alyx. I like your reply and will keep it in mind next time if ever I see Dave again. We had another prude in our group several years ago. She saw the play I wrote when it was produced in Tarpon Springs. Some bawdy talk. She told me "You're better than that." She left our group for the Bible Club. No kidding!
Comment from Tonulak
Dear Shari,
I didn't think this was obscene at all, it's a part of life. Two small things; you said "climatic" which is to do with climate , "climatic change, you sould say "climactic" for your purpose. Second "Bordeaux a vintage wine". by default, all fine Bordeaux is vintage dated. Perhaps you should tirm this to "a vintage Bordeaux", as when we say "a vintage Bordeaux", it refers to a a wine of great vintage, pedigree, an outstanding vintage; 2000, 2005, 20010--exceptional vintage, 2001, 2003, 2009--excellant vintage, 2004, 2006, 2008 --off year vintages (just in case you want to do that special dinner;)...) I enjoyed this very much--Ted
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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Dear Shari,
I didn't think this was obscene at all, it's a part of life. Two small things; you said "climatic" which is to do with climate , "climatic change, you sould say "climactic" for your purpose. Second "Bordeaux a vintage wine". by default, all fine Bordeaux is vintage dated. Perhaps you should tirm this to "a vintage Bordeaux", as when we say "a vintage Bordeaux", it refers to a a wine of great vintage, pedigree, an outstanding vintage; 2000, 2005, 20010--exceptional vintage, 2001, 2003, 2009--excellant vintage, 2004, 2006, 2008 --off year vintages (just in case you want to do that special dinner;)...) I enjoyed this very much--Ted
Comment Written 21-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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OMG I can't believe I screwed up a key word. I'm clueless about wine but will take your advice and change it.
Hugs,
Shari
PS. Treat me like a love poem and I'll give up reading. :-)
Comment from Cry the Vile Rebel
Okay, I'm going to side with the "not vulgar" crowd. Of course, I have managed to offend folks with my own characters' potty mouths, so you'll have to take that into consideration.
I don't know that the over-the-hill crowd has a corner on the market for being prudes. I don't mind people having standards they live by, but it bothers me when they want everyone else to abide by those rules. If they only want to read about characters that talk and act like they do, then there is not going to be much out there in the way of acceptable material, other than their own autobiography.
And don't get me started on the fact that you heard about what one member thought of you work third hand.
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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Okay, I'm going to side with the "not vulgar" crowd. Of course, I have managed to offend folks with my own characters' potty mouths, so you'll have to take that into consideration.
I don't know that the over-the-hill crowd has a corner on the market for being prudes. I don't mind people having standards they live by, but it bothers me when they want everyone else to abide by those rules. If they only want to read about characters that talk and act like they do, then there is not going to be much out there in the way of acceptable material, other than their own autobiography.
And don't get me started on the fact that you heard about what one member thought of you work third hand.
Comment Written 21-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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Right. That's another issue I need to face off with Dave if I ever run into him. I thought he was a friend. All six foot three of him.
Comment from Titanx9
I think it's funny. I can't imagine a sixty-nine-year-old woman having sex for four hours without ceasing, neither can an old guy perform four hours at that same age. I think it's funny because of the way G-d made men. He allows their minds to stay young, but the body does not always cooperate, not even with pills that promise to extend and guarantee hard results. As for the vote, I don't see anything vulgar about it, because it's happening every day.
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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I think it's funny. I can't imagine a sixty-nine-year-old woman having sex for four hours without ceasing, neither can an old guy perform four hours at that same age. I think it's funny because of the way G-d made men. He allows their minds to stay young, but the body does not always cooperate, not even with pills that promise to extend and guarantee hard results. As for the vote, I don't see anything vulgar about it, because it's happening every day.
Comment Written 21-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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It's far worse for men than women. And most frustrating for both sexes. I sometimes think about taking a survey....
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Why not. I'm sure there's a large body of folks out there who's dying to know. I know I am.
Comment from Liz Dunbee
Oh what an excellent writer you are. I enjoyed the humour. I cetainly did not notice vulgarity. Just a fun, well written piece with great descriptions. Loved "she'll suffer arthritic bones and tired hormones. In time, she'll find a novel can be climatic too. And what's more, she won't sweat before, during and after." Well done on an entertaining piece.
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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Oh what an excellent writer you are. I enjoyed the humour. I cetainly did not notice vulgarity. Just a fun, well written piece with great descriptions. Loved "she'll suffer arthritic bones and tired hormones. In time, she'll find a novel can be climatic too. And what's more, she won't sweat before, during and after." Well done on an entertaining piece.
Comment Written 21-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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You picked my favorite line, Liz. Thanks so much. You're a peach.
Comment from Eigle Rull
I enjoyed this little piece. I thought it was well thought out and presented in a more humorous than vulgar way. I appreciated the humor in this piece. It was good. The first person dialog was fantastic. I loved every piece of this. It was excellent.
Always with respect,
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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I enjoyed this little piece. I thought it was well thought out and presented in a more humorous than vulgar way. I appreciated the humor in this piece. It was good. The first person dialog was fantastic. I loved every piece of this. It was excellent.
Always with respect,
Comment Written 20-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2013
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Thanks, Eigle. I do appreciate your compliments.
Comment from Sasha
This is a winner. I turn 68 in December and have no desire to meet a guy who needs a pill. In fact, I have no desire to meet a man. I am perfectly content, just as you are, curling up in a comfy, warm bed and reading a really good book. Forget Charley, he probably uses the pill and felt you were talking about him or maybe that his wife/girlfriend feels the same as you and I do.
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2013
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This is a winner. I turn 68 in December and have no desire to meet a guy who needs a pill. In fact, I have no desire to meet a man. I am perfectly content, just as you are, curling up in a comfy, warm bed and reading a really good book. Forget Charley, he probably uses the pill and felt you were talking about him or maybe that his wife/girlfriend feels the same as you and I do.
Comment Written 20-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2013
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Dave was the one who complained. Charley loved it. I told him the same thing you said: Dave's probably not getting any. :-)
Comment from elchupakabra
You are very lucky tonight, Spitfire, because I have three videos to help explain my review.
For you.
For Charley.
For the person complaining.
Now, tell me that's not the best review you've ever gotten :D. Enjoy and later daze.
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2013
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You are very lucky tonight, Spitfire, because I have three videos to help explain my review.
For you.
For Charley.
For the person complaining.
Now, tell me that's not the best review you've ever gotten :D. Enjoy and later daze.
Comment Written 20-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2013
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You win the reviewing competition. Love it. Especially the middle one with its sexual connotations. Best cry ever for me. What a hoot. Number three video says it all to Dave, but I might have to explain the verb. LOL
