Youth today was Re: Freaks and Geeks

[kempermentor]

> Susan:
> ...
> I'm tired of walking down the street and hearing teenagers swear at 
> the top of their voices. I never fail to say "please stop! there are 
> children around!", and frankly, I must look like a formidable little 
> round mom because they never fail to look abashed, and apologize.

Kemper now:
I work with youth.  You might be surprised to know that many youth are
not aware of their surroundings, of who may be listening.  Sometimes
I'll unintentionally hear conversations that I shouldn't hear as they
would get in trouble.  I just look at them until they feel their being
watched.  When they look at me, they know their busted. 

The youth you come across (and by the way, where do you live that this
happens all the time?!) are prolly every bit as oblivious.  Which is
why when you call them on it (yeah you! it takes a village!!!) they
are humbled.  


> Susan:
> And in regards to GLBT and GLAAD issues...I'm happy if the series 
> portrays lgbt people in a positive light, but if there's profanity, 
> disrespect, cynicism, name-calling and/or discourtesy rampant, it's 
> not going to be shown in our house.

Kemper now:
Then you should show it as none of your concerns are rampant.  (If you
kids are below the 7th grade, they may not appreciate it)

> Susan:
> So continue on with the flames....I'm getting toasty warm.

Kemper now:
Who's flaming?