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BetteD
11/09/09

In reply to NOW Founder Alice S. Rossi Dies At 87
When I think about the amount of gumption that I have to muster to stand up to groups of pigheaded guys (and some women) at bars, at parties, and at work when confronted with views that are openly or tacitly hostile to women, I am struck dumb by women like Ms. Rossi.

Imagine the courage and determination she must've had to face up to an establishment that so plainly dictated the worth and rightful "place" of women in our society. To go in against the prevalent cultural mileau and make huge, bold strides towards true equality is inspiring beyond words. Her accomplishments should leave all of us not only grateful but breathless. No less than a true hero. #alicesrossi
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HarpMadness
11/09/09

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Her legacy will live on. Rest in peace. #alicesrossi
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Dauphine
11/09/09

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What's with the sudden rise in deaths of social science people? Not on, universe, not on.

Thank you, Ms. Rossi, for everything. #alicesrossi
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Kivrin
11/09/09

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A true trailblazer. She will be missed. #alicesrossi
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CurtCole
11/09/09

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R.I.P.
To the outward, glorious Skies;
So th' immortal Spirit may,
When descended to our Clay,
From a rightly govern'd Frame
View the Height, from whence she came;
To her Paradise be caught,
And things unutterable taught.
Give me then, in that Retreat,
Give me, O indulgent Fate!
For all Pleasures left behind,
Contemplations of the Mind.
Let the Fair, the Gay, the Vain
Courtship and Applause obtain;
Let th' Ambitious rule the Earth;
Let the giddy Fool have Mirth;
Give the Epicure his Dish,
Ev'ry one their sev'ral Wish;
Whilst my Transports I employ
On that more extensive Joy,
When all Heaven shall be survey'd
From those Windings and that Shade.
Anne Finch, Countess of Winchilsea,
from THE PETITION FOR AN ABSOLUTE RETREAT
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Triana Orpheus
11/09/09

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Thank you for your contribution to making my life easier. Thank you for your dedication to equality between the sexes. Thank you for your organization. Just, thank you. #alicesrossi
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formergr
10/26/09

In reply to Saying Goodbye To "Mermaid Girl" Shiloh Pepin
Knowing it turned out be her last birthday, the clip of her in the pool saying that her 10th birthday was the best day of her life is heartbreaking. But it also made me smile, knowing that she had a lot of good experiences and was happy in her short life. #shilohpepinmermaidgirl
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ElleL
10/26/09

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The girl had moxy, and she let it loose.

Rest in Peace, little one. #shilohpepinmermaidgirl
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vulcanized
10/26/09

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Love her. At the end of the clip, there's something so very "Masterpiece Theatre" about her sitting in that inflatable chair with tented fingers dispensing her wisdom. It's fantastic. #shilohpepinmermaidgirl
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laurathered
10/26/09

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Her family lives in my town...she was a wonderful part of the community and will be missed. #shilohpepinmermaidgirl
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FactCat
10/26/09

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When I was 10 I could barely mumble a sentence together. She certainly seemed wise and intelligent beyond her years. #shilohpepinmermaidgirl
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curiousgeorgiana
10/26/09

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A true princess. Bravo, Shiloh. You'll be missed. #shilohpepinmermaidgirl
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Mimi Fleck
10/26/09

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I have really enjoyed following her story. It saddens me to hear that she has passed, but her outlook on life has certainly blessed many. #shilohpepinmermaidgirl
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Bunsen Honeydew
10/26/09

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Oh man. When she was pointing out her socks, and then leaned back and said how it made a rainbow, my heart broke.

What a sweet little girl. There's a lot to learn from her attitude. #shilohpepinmermaidgirl
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ccchild
10/26/09

@Bunsen Honeydew: See, I wouldn't characterize that girl as sweet at all, and that's what I loved about her. She was full of sass and spitfire, and, as we saw on Oprah, she was nobody's little princess. I find her ability to live her life on her terms to be the most inspirational part. #shilohpepinmermaidgirl
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Bunsen Honeydew
10/26/09

@ccchild: I didn't mean I saw her as some sort of "sugar and spice and everything nice" deal, I just saw her joy and zest for life as a very sweet, touching thing. Similar idea, different intended meaning behind the words.

#shilohpepinmermaidgirl
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Her Grace
10/24/09

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It's strange how sad I feel--I didn't know her, had only seen her on television a few times. But she seemed so smart, so happy, so sassy--I can't believe she's gone. #shilohpepin
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