Forty Shades of Grey
On rights to life and death20 total reviews
Comment from Judy Lawless
This is an interesting commentary you've written, LIz. You covered a number of interpretations of Fifty Shades of Grey. I can relate to most of them, but I don't agree with you in some of them. The last one is the most meaningful. The use of morphine is commonly used in Canada in nursing homes and hospitals when a person's death is imminent because the body and mind are shutting down. Morphine makes the inevitable quicker, for the patient and the family having to witness it.
You've given us all something to think about. Good job.
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2022
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This is an interesting commentary you've written, LIz. You covered a number of interpretations of Fifty Shades of Grey. I can relate to most of them, but I don't agree with you in some of them. The last one is the most meaningful. The use of morphine is commonly used in Canada in nursing homes and hospitals when a person's death is imminent because the body and mind are shutting down. Morphine makes the inevitable quicker, for the patient and the family having to witness it.
You've given us all something to think about. Good job.
Comment Written 14-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2022
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I appreciate your thoughtful remarks on this piece. I totally agree as to a case of organ failure and intractable pain--such was not the case with Jane--she'd been "near death" 5 years prior--good thing they didn't rush her back then. Had she been younger and of sound mind, they would have let her be--that's what disturbs me.
I refuse to read 50 Shades--the thought that someone inflicts/submits to pain and humiliation repels me. I heard it was poorly written besides--it makes me mad that salacious trash makes millions while we serious writers can't get published. I confess that I'm a faux Emerald--I divorced Green(e) and wanted a brighter shade. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Would have been an interesting nine person annual luncheon to observe - from a safe distance. How many survived the melee that certainly broke up the gathering? Hair dye yo abortion to euthanasia, my goodness.
Well written, in any case.
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2022
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Would have been an interesting nine person annual luncheon to observe - from a safe distance. How many survived the melee that certainly broke up the gathering? Hair dye yo abortion to euthanasia, my goodness.
Well written, in any case.
Comment Written 14-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2022
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Great to see you again! These issues didn't come up at the luncheon--I used it as a hook to segue to the subject at hand.
I refuse to read 50 Shades--the thought that someone inflicts/submits to pain and humiliation repels me. I heard it was poorly written besides--it makes me mad that salacious trash makes millions while we serious writers can't get published. I confess that I'm a faux Emerald--I divorced Green(e) and wanted a brighter shade. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from Mary Shifman
You have given us another thought provoking post. I enjoyed reading it, perhaps because I agree pretty much whole-heartedly with everything you said here. I've never read "Fifty Shades of Grey" and have no desire to. I'm not a prude but I find the idea of bondage repulsive. I also think you've struck the nail on the head with your other points. Well done, my friend.
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2022
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You have given us another thought provoking post. I enjoyed reading it, perhaps because I agree pretty much whole-heartedly with everything you said here. I've never read "Fifty Shades of Grey" and have no desire to. I'm not a prude but I find the idea of bondage repulsive. I also think you've struck the nail on the head with your other points. Well done, my friend.
Comment Written 11-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2022
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I appreciate your thoughtful remarks on this piece. Jane had been "near death" 5 years prior--good thing they didn't rush her back then. Had she been younger and of sound mind, they would have let her be--that's what disturbs me.
I refuse to read 50 Shades--the thought that someone inflicts/submits to pain and humiliation repels me. I heard it was poorly written besides--it makes me mad that salacious trash makes millions while we serious writers can't get published. I confess that I'm a faux Emerald--I divorced Green(e) and wanted a brighter shade. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from Begin Again
You were on my mind this morning, especially after talking with Karenina and reading her post. I've been lost since the first of the year, just going through the motions, and now I am upside down. Maybe I need to be "morphed." I am only 153 messages behind.
Guess we all fall into the category as we age where our decisions aren't always are own or we wonder if it's worth it. I for one would rather only God decide my final fate, but I've seen it taken from our hands by others.
Life's grand if we don't weaken.
Hugs, Carol
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2022
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You were on my mind this morning, especially after talking with Karenina and reading her post. I've been lost since the first of the year, just going through the motions, and now I am upside down. Maybe I need to be "morphed." I am only 153 messages behind.
Guess we all fall into the category as we age where our decisions aren't always are own or we wonder if it's worth it. I for one would rather only God decide my final fate, but I've seen it taken from our hands by others.
Life's grand if we don't weaken.
Hugs, Carol
Comment Written 11-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2022
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Thankssssss!
Jane had been "near death" 5 years prior--good thing they didn't rush her back then. Had she been younger and of sound mind, they would have let her be--that's what disturbs me.
I refuse to read 50 Shades--the thought that someone inflicts/submits to pain and humiliation repels me. I heard it was poorly written besides--it makes me mad that salacious trash makes millions while we serious writers can't get published. I confess that I'm a faux Emerald--I divorced Green(e) and wanted a brighter shade. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from tfawcus
I always thought Fifty Shades of Grey was about a hairdressing salon. Now you've piqued my interest. Perhaps I should read a copy as I slip into the twilight zone with a bottle of claret in one hand and a block of stinky cheese in the other.
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2022
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I always thought Fifty Shades of Grey was about a hairdressing salon. Now you've piqued my interest. Perhaps I should read a copy as I slip into the twilight zone with a bottle of claret in one hand and a block of stinky cheese in the other.
Comment Written 11-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2022
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I refuse to read 50 Shades--the thought that someone inflicts/submits to pain and humiliation repels me. I heard it was poorly written besides--it makes me mad that salacious trash makes millions while we serious writers can't get published. I confess that I'm a faux Emerald--I divorced Green(e) and wanted a brighter shade. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from robyn corum
EE.,
It always amazes me how we folks can inhabit the same earth, eat alike, drink alike, clothe ourselves in like manner and then be so polar opposite on so many things. *smile*
Thanks for a well written and creative piece.
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2020
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EE.,
It always amazes me how we folks can inhabit the same earth, eat alike, drink alike, clothe ourselves in like manner and then be so polar opposite on so many things. *smile*
Thanks for a well written and creative piece.
Comment Written 31-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2020
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Thanks right back at you for reading it!
Comment from pome lover
You really have a great way of mixing humor with serious matter. I thought that was funny about her misconception of 50 shades of grey.
However, It also made me wonder where you worked - re: the lunch with 8 employees - if you don't mind my asking. Is it Planned Parenthood?
I believe in a woman's right to choose, but as far as when to abort a fetus, I am at total odds with the inhuman treatment of newborns and late terms.
Also, I didn't think it was any business of the government, until all this body parts stuff surfaced.
And as far as euthanasia goes, I think a person whose quality of life is down the tubes, should have the right to end it any way they want. Whose life is it, anyway?
Anyway, I hope you don't mind my responding "thusly" to your post. And if I did offend, I apologize. You have been so nice about my posts - which I appreciate. :)
Katharine - pome lover
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2020
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You really have a great way of mixing humor with serious matter. I thought that was funny about her misconception of 50 shades of grey.
However, It also made me wonder where you worked - re: the lunch with 8 employees - if you don't mind my asking. Is it Planned Parenthood?
I believe in a woman's right to choose, but as far as when to abort a fetus, I am at total odds with the inhuman treatment of newborns and late terms.
Also, I didn't think it was any business of the government, until all this body parts stuff surfaced.
And as far as euthanasia goes, I think a person whose quality of life is down the tubes, should have the right to end it any way they want. Whose life is it, anyway?
Anyway, I hope you don't mind my responding "thusly" to your post. And if I did offend, I apologize. You have been so nice about my posts - which I appreciate. :)
Katharine - pome lover
Comment Written 30-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2020
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Not Planned Parenthood! I'm a conscientious objector. (I volunteer at a food pantry.) I am with you on late terms--abortion is legal to 26 weeks--back then 28 weeks was viability--these days half of all babies born at 24 weeks survive--some as early as 21 weeks!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Katharine--most articulately! Cheers. LIZ
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
When I was reading about 'Forty Shades of Grey,' I was thinking of the novel that was written sometime ago. It was an erotic romance novel. But you were referring to a picture book of hair colors. Must check out this book....
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2020
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When I was reading about 'Forty Shades of Grey,' I was thinking of the novel that was written sometime ago. It was an erotic romance novel. But you were referring to a picture book of hair colors. Must check out this book....
Comment Written 30-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2020
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I can't recall the title of that picture book of salt-to-peppered greys that I found in the library--I called it Fifty Shades of Grey as a bit of fun. Thanks for stopping by! Cheers. LIZ
Comment from Cynthia Adams1
I found your thoughts and deductions brilliant, possibly because they are so close to my own :)
The writing itself is also very good. There are many passages that entertain us or make us think or both.
You are clearly a highly skilled writer. I particularly like "We all have an equal right to be wrong."
There are some nice images throughout and the grey/gray nuances worked. You write well enough that we, as readers, feel we know these people, and what is better, we actually want to know them.
If I had six stars to give you, I would.
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2020
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I found your thoughts and deductions brilliant, possibly because they are so close to my own :)
The writing itself is also very good. There are many passages that entertain us or make us think or both.
You are clearly a highly skilled writer. I particularly like "We all have an equal right to be wrong."
There are some nice images throughout and the grey/gray nuances worked. You write well enough that we, as readers, feel we know these people, and what is better, we actually want to know them.
If I had six stars to give you, I would.
Comment Written 29-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2020
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Thank you Cynthia! Always a pleasure to indulge in your intelligent commentary--I'm delighted this piece spoke to you. Stop by anytime. Cheers. LIZ
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If I remember correctly, pretty much all your pieces speak to me :) You are very welcome.
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Right back at you!
Indeed, I got Mounds of Joy as well as a month's worth of dating tips.
Comment from John Carey
Tough topic, good writing. You present your case in logical fashion. I really liked the initial humor and following metaphor of your shades of grey. It seems there are only two types of people: lumpers (aka ones and zeros) and splitters. The splitters struggle so much more! Very solid writing, thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2020
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Tough topic, good writing. You present your case in logical fashion. I really liked the initial humor and following metaphor of your shades of grey. It seems there are only two types of people: lumpers (aka ones and zeros) and splitters. The splitters struggle so much more! Very solid writing, thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 29-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2020
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Thanks for stopping by John! I appreciate your thoughtful remarks--clearly you took time to ponder. Cheers. LIZ
