MeerderWörter’s Comments (group member since Jan 08, 2016)

MeerderWörter’s comments from the Our Shared Shelf group.

When it comes to plants and animals: No, we shouldn't have sex with them. Why? Well, because we all know that animals feel pain like we do, and if you have any doubts for the flowers: Read this: The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate – Discoveries from a Secret World

Dana wrote: "I think it is because of our puritatical roots and because withholding sex (who can have it, reasons for having it, what parts are natural, etc) is a very large power move. Men have sexualized wome..."

That is a really good post about sex and power! Thanks for sharing with us, I never thought about it that way!

Again, if there are questions, ask, we're all here to learn:)

That really is a huge honour!

Pam wrote: "Karina wrote: "The book in question is a Young Adult High Fantasy "

I think you answered your question right there - it's YA. This book is written for tween eyes and older. Parents who want to kee..."

And then there are people like me who still get the books they want.

But yeah, sex is really something that has somewhat of a taboo in our society:( What's so bad about it? Really, young adults do it anyway:)

That song nails it!!!
I like it very much!

Is it what the group wants or has interest in doing, or should it be, what science has to say about it?

My remark on this is: As long as adults have a consenting sexual relationship with each other, and all the parties in the relationship know about each other and in which relationship they are, then there is nothing wrong with that.

It's about consent, trust and being of age, that's what it comes down to for me!

A soul that no longer walks on this earth.

May she rest in peace.

And may we remember her and continue her legacy!

This cry for battle is exactly what we need!

I know that you know, I just thought I could get back with irony.

Keith wrote: "MeerderWörter wrote: "We really need to. That's why I hate when someone who is not intersex uses the word hermaphrodite, that's just plain awful.

And that's why I use variations of sex differenti..."

A "radical thought" indeed... Some just call it being respectful.

We really need to. That's why I hate when someone who is not intersex uses the word hermaphrodite, that's just plain awful.

And that's why I use variations of sex differentiation/development, and not that totally offensive term "Disorders of Sex Development".
That makes me wanna shout at some doctors!

santerro wrote: "Emma wrote: "To me, feminism is equality - between all genders, between all races of people, between all economic/social levels, between all sexualities - between everybody."

the feminism of Emma ..."

It's intersectional, because not only did she include men, but when you look at the books she read, you see books a radical feminist would never read.

Sure, there's always the possibility to make it more intersectional, but I think she's on a good way.

Keith wrote: "@Robert - Thank you for your kind words of support.

Although general conversation and theory have their place, to change 'hearts and minds', or, at least, to emphasise your point of view, I will ..."

THANK YOU! And now let's go back into the depths of arguing:)

Robert wrote: "Keith wrote: "MeerderWörter wrote: "...And I agree with you, to hope for a person to be healthy is quite a normal thing to do, I just think we shouldn't expect it. Because if we expect it and it is..."

Robert, I am so glad we don't have gender reveal parties over here in Europe. And I really think so too. A new-born needs love and warmth, not some color.

Ross wrote: "next time it will be me:) well done winners"

Our hopes are always up, aren't they?

Keith wrote: "MeerderWörter wrote: "Dear Keith!

I am so happy to hear that you have a new family member! Congratulations to the parents!
I wouldn't say it is bad when parents are concerned, I mean, it's their l..."

I completely agree with you on your last paragraph.

I LOVE babies!
And Molly seems to do great - little warrior:)

Dear Keith!

I am so happy to hear that you have a new family member! Congratulations to the parents!
I wouldn't say it is bad when parents are concerned, I mean, it's their little star after all! I feel so bad for my wording now!

It's never easy to have a child that struggles with health issues. It can't be easy for your cousin and his wife.

I feel so bad now.

Congratulations to the winners!

I'm glad that the dresscode time in Austria was over in the seventies, I think. For real, bloody dress codes!