Some of you will remember my fondness for CBS Sunday morning, my favorite tv show. This last Sunday was fascinating starting with Pope Francis as one of the highlights. He is the first ever pope to take the name Francis, patron saint of the poor. He preaches the love and compassion of God to the people, as we would expect any pope to do. But to be concerned about the environment and to be able to relate to all people, he is truly a very special human being. I have never before been interested in any pope. But this gentle man is very special in my eyes, and he has broken the mold for future popes - and that is a good thing.
The Bill Cosby scandal was another segment. Suffice to say, we are all saddened and shocked about it. 50 women have now come out to tell their story. It's hard to comprehend because he was after all Bill Cosby, a moralist and philanthropist, America's favorite father. In the 1960's, rape victims were re-victimized and it wasn't compassion and protection of the victims - it was what were you wearing?
I remember hearing this thinking as a young teen, no one deserves to be raped no matter how she's dressed!
All Washed Up was a segment about men who collect old washing machines, from a 1938 Bendix to machines from the 50's and 60's. It was bazaar but I have to admit I liked it. They showed basements with multiple washing machines, from red ones, to turquoise and all chrome. Most members, 3000 worldwide, have 20+ working machines in large basements. This would never work in California where we are in a serious drought. But being a lover of vintage things, I would love a red washer.
Jeremie from Lansing, Michigan was perhaps my favorite segment. Jeremie is a 10 year old boy who has always wanted to be a police officer when he grows up. He recently asked his mom "are the police still the good guys?" Seeing all the news coverage of some officers getting into trouble made him start to wonder. Their treatment reminded him of the bullying he has been subjected to. Jeremie will be giving the Lansing Police Department a grand party in February 2016, in lieu of his own birthday. When asked why doesn't he want a birthday party, his response was priceless - "The police are more important than any birthday party". I don't think this young man will ever have a problem with bullying again!
One more segment I want to mention (and there were several others I haven't) is Don Henley, veteran Eagles singer and guitarist. I love music - classical, jazz, big band, but my favorite is the all time best Oldies But Goodies, 1950-60's! During his interview he quoted the poet, TS Elliott. His voice still sounds great, he looks healthy and younger than his 71 years, and he is looking forward to his retirement in his hometown in Texas. When do you hear a rock star quote a poet? Anyway, I got all jazzed hearing some old Eagles songs.
Thank you, good night and God Bless! Aleta
"Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life." Berthold Auerbach - Poet and Author
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