This little Jewish girl

"It's kinda fashionable to bring someone Jewish to a holiday party." "Maybe we could rent one"!

That just might be the funniest quote from a client, ever.  I laughed for hours. But then I stopped.

What if he wasn't kidding?

 We have become  a Nation so politically correct. Or at least most of us try.  The Jew jokes can be funny.  I suppose growing up in a predominantly Catholic neighborhood has taught me to have a bit thicker skin than most. Like most jokes, it depends on how it is said and by whom.  Lets not fool ourselves.  Words can hurt.  They cut very deep. They cannot be washed off or forgotten. They stay with you forever. A tattooed memory that at times pops up and tries to destroy your self worth. 

It took me a long time to accept that I am who I am.  Jewish or not. Purple, pink and some times full of glitter.  I cannot change my spots.  I don't want to change my thoughts. I am for the most part pretty happy living in my own, crazy, saggy, overly spray tanned skin.

Accept me for who I am.  Listen to my words if you want. But if you don't, no problem.  Just  leave me the heck alone.

  I was born as a German, Russian, Jewish ,green eyed girl.  That's my place. The card that I was dealt. What I chose to do with that was my choice. I could change my clothing.  Go from purple hair to blond in an hour. Be loud or meek. That is up to me. .But, I will always be, a Jewish, German and Russian, green eyed girl.
 I cannot say that living in a Catholic community as one of the  few Jews is easy.  I crave a good bagel once in awhile and my neighborhood's corned beef is no where near what I desire. But I like being different. I am defiantly not cut from the average cookie cutter. Being different can be a challenge. But its also a blessing in disguise.

Down Syndrome and Jewish.  Oh Lord.

Being Nate is like a medal of honor. He is a local super star. The mayor of Beverly. No Down Syndrome cookie cutter can be applied to any of our special children. They are as unique as each and every fallen snowflake.

The jokes are just not funny. No matter who says them.  Down Syndrome jokes are just plain ignorant. Jokes using the "R" word are disturbing.  I may not be able to change every ones opinion on whats politically correct or funny.  But if you think using the "R" word is humorous, then I can assure you , I have no place in my world for you.

Since when was calling someone a "retard" acceptable. My comments will be brief on this.. I have very little patience for ignorance.  I will not begin to tell you how many times in a day I hear a child (NOT MINE) or an adult refer to something or someone as retarded.  Jennifer Aniston on a talk show referred to her way of dressing as "retarded".  The list goes on and on.

Please take a minute to educate yourself.  Ban the "R" word.  Then remind your children, parents, friends and neighbors that it is just not acceptable.  Nathaniel HAS special needs.  But he is blue eyed, beautiful, talented, funny as hell , little boy!

Phew- got this one out of the way.

Be my guest with the Jewish jokes.  I can  handle them.

You have been forewarned in regards to the "R" jokes.  All bets are off on this one. This little South side Jewish girl is gonna' finish decking the hell out of her halls....But then she's gonna kick your ass.

Words hurt.

Just saying.