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1 stars
Was a Respectful Fan
April 25, 2008
Oprah and company and staff,
I am disappointed in the way your show and subjects have drifted. I know longer see this as a show of encouragement for women grounded in Truths that were once proclaimed, but a relentless platform for new twists in thinking that leads, by example, millions of well-meaning and Life-seeking seekers to a self philosophy and new relegion--ME. When I think of the genius that has been the OPRAH banner, I am saddened that I, and so many like me that hold to things that don't need to EVOLVE, am stricken with a choice that demands a personal stand. Do I spend my time and capital to be saturated with entertainment that simply does not represent my image of what, not only who God is, but what candidate best represents the hopes of this nation. Your power there is not necessarily a good thing. You have a right to take your stand, and I have a right to disagree. I am left to make a choice to speak to as many people as will hear and understand that your show and magazine do not speak for me, on issues of faith, family, morals, government, and what is wholesome anymore. My concern for you is that there is a growing tide of average Americans that feel the same way. The rise of a personna is always followed by a fall. No one is exempt from the scrutiny of the thinking public. The painful part of this is that you have left your home and abandoned what you adhered to for so long. And not because you are wiser than before. And so goes the world. Same old story. Same old end. I predict that things will be revealed about you (not because I want it to be) and your fortune that are not complimentary and that will leave you looking like so many that could have stayed in a respected position for the duration of their lives. That is possible and also admirable to hold that respect. This is a tight-rope and a windy day for you. I am not alone. I am not amused, and I am one resolved individual, having met you once, to never be influenced by you again. And that is disapponting. I saw Stedman in the Chicago airport recently and thought of what a fine looking couple you appear to be. One can only hope that this too is, in fact, a real relationship. That is also out there for public scrutiny, as you know.
People like me that started with you in the early 80's and followed and rejoiced with every advancement have a right to be disappointed. Life is about thinking things out to highest truths, not for the self-actualizing position, but for one that elevates the truths that don't depend on you OR me. They are not subject to the changing whims of today and tv personalities . We are not all gettin' better . You used to know that. You have forgotten why you are where you are and Who allowed it. May your seeking that real God within bring you back to the only success that remains. You will take too many with you and that, my friend, is a heavy burden.
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1 stars
Oprah: definition, one who interrups
October 24, 2007
I have to say i used to watch Oprah all the time ....,but lately I can't make myself do it. I have to say she gets some really good guests and wonderful eye opening subjects on the show. The problem is, they can't get a word in to tell their stories!! Oprah I'm sorry, but you are SOOO frustrating to watch when you cut off your guests, or finish what you think they are going to say. The two worst offenses are when you try to cut them off to talk about yourself, AND THEN try to come off like you are an educated psychologist!!?? Listen honey if you have a psychologist on the show , LET THEM SPEAK!!. I hope you do not get these specialists on the show just to reafirm how smart you think you are as a talk show host . That being said, be a talk show HOST and let the guests do the talking, the best way to be a good host is to LISTEN.
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3 stars
I miss the old Oprah!
October 26, 2007
I miss the good old Oprah shows. The time when she was humble, sincere and interesting. Perhaps, it is just over exposure and she has become her own biggest fan. She has accomplished so much in her life and she is well deserving, yet she makes sure we all know it. I loved the old shows where they related to all regardless of age, wealth, or position in life. I watch for a few minutes and decide if it is going to be about something worth knowing or enjoying or another format of Oprah letting us know what she thinks, likes, does, or who her friends are. I am tired of seeing Super Stars talking about their lives, please stop. Thou, Nate is to die for it isn't real for most of us. We can't afford crews to come in and redo our homes. Keep it real! I love Dr. Oz. I love the touching stories that relate to real people who live real lives. Bring back the old Oprah format. That is who I loved and believed.
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1 stars
one sided racism
July 6, 2008
good on principle, but like so many of Miss O's episodes, they seem to promote that racism is one sided. I saw many examples of caucasian students remorseful about their apparent racist feelings. This is all well and good. As usual for Miss O's brand of "cleansing and revelations" there were no counter apologies from African nor asian nor hispanic students to the caucasians. Evidently The school and Miss O. assume that only white students can be the source. Perhaps it was mere editing that eliminated the counter point.
As most reporting in our country it seems that only the white can offend "fill-in-the-blank". Whites are blamed for everything. Now, yes, whites were those that held slaves over a hundred years ago. NOT the majority of whites, nor was it ONLY whites. Either way, the people that are living today should not be held to blame for what happened over a century ago. Oprah only seems to perpetuate the "poor me" image of black america. As long as she and others do, blacks will only value themselves in relation to "those few" that have succeeded in spite of "All there is to overcome"
I believe the real freedom comes when any single person realizes they are valued in their own eyes. That they stand tall because it is THEIR nature, not just what someone else told them to do.
Almost makes Oprah herself seem like an old fashioned plantation owner. She tells folks what to do from the porch of her show and they jump. be it "favorite things" or political candidates. I am wondering if Obama was white, would she be in his corner? Or is her support another vote for reverse racism....
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5 stars
The love of a pet
July 25, 2007
I do understand about the loss of a pet, they become family members after they have been with us for so long. My husband recently passed away due to a motorcycle accident and he had given me a little dotson about 14 years ago. When my husband passed away that little dog we affectionately called DAX did not leave my side for one minute. He was the neighborhood pet. Everyone knew him but this past January, a truck hit him and he died in front of our home. All I could think about was my husband gave me that dog and now I dont have either one of them. Dax was a member of our family. He would have family prayer with us and he would sing when I played the piano. He is truly missed. I do sympathize with you and my prayers are with you as well
Melanie Mitchell, Missouri City TX
