Comments on: Some Random Sunday Things

By: Dennis Edell

Dennis Edell — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 01:10:09 +0000

I was Magilla at one point too. lol
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By: Rose

Rose — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 06:43:59 +0000

That you are.
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By: Mitch

Mitch — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 04:18:39 +0000

Thanks Anne. You know, I thought about linking back to the site, but then I figured that was a sure fire way of alerting the media that I’d done it. Well, that plus I know it’s already gone, as I got it from Yahoo, and they change the cartoons daily.

By: Mitch

Mitch — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 04:17:25 +0000

Thanks Jordon; I felt the same way about the same two things

By: Anne

Anne — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 03:42:33 +0000

I once knew a guy who happened to be quite tall and he also happened to drive a Mazda Miata [when they first came out]. I compared him to Magilla Gorilla because of the image is conjured up. He was white, uh, is white.

I like that you threw caution to the wind with the Get Fuzzy cartoon. I would at least link to its origin, though. Just a thought.

Funny how those ‘short’ posts can take on a life of their own. Glad you were having a good time!
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By: Glen

Glen — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 02:06:05 +0000

I liked your interview on Boomer Diva Nation.Good tips on how not to annoy people on Twitter..

And I was actually really proud of you being mentioned on Jordan’s blog..
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By: Mitch

Mitch — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 23:58:47 +0000

Hi Jordan,

I knew you were having a bit of fun, and so I didn’t get upset, though I didn’t understand it initially. I think spouses will react differently, going into protection mode; if it had been reversed I probably would have thought as she did. It does show how sensitive the topic of race can be sometimes, as you know.

I appreciated being named; I hope to continue justifying it.

By: Jordan Cooper

Jordan Cooper — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 23:11:00 +0000

Hey Mitch! I’m glad you appreciated the mention even though I poked fun at you a bit. You only roast the ones you love though – always enjoy reading your stuff I’ve got you securely subscribed in my feed reader.

The Magilla Gorilla comparison (albeit a very outdated reference) was just the first thing I thought of when I saw your photo. I never really thought of it as a racial thing… just like when I compared Julien Smith to Marc Anthony.

Also, it would have been much different if you didn’t actually look big and lovable (like Magilla Gorilla). I think then your wife would be justified in her comment because the reference would then simply be “equating a black man to a gorilla”.

I hope you (and your wife) understand that in no way was I looking to offend in that capacity. The video was just a fun & humorous way to highlight 20 bloggers I read regularly.
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By: Mitch

Mitch — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 19:32:51 +0000

Well, I’m a bad boy! And thanks; I hope I’m not like a gorilla, even a happy one.

By: Rose

Rose — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 18:20:59 +0000

You don’t look like a Magilla Gorilla and no you’re not allowed to do that. Not without permission any way.
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