Re: The Washington Post Artical

[Guest guest]

Hi:

As most of you know, Marc Kaufman of the Washington Post did a story about BI on Sunday, September 22 and I was featured in that article--mugshot and all. Anyway, my father saw it and he's very pissed off at me for going public. To this point he had not known of my "situation" with this whole BI debacle--now he does. I did not think he would see it because he lives in London. Apparently, the Post features stories for up to two weeks on the Internet (I thought it would just be for the ONE day the story ran). So it looks like I made yet another mistake as he's so angry at me and as a result, rescinded his offer to send me to law school. Evidently, I f***ed up yet again. This is the second time in two days I've been reminded of that.

I'm now sorry I ever bothered.

-Marie

[Guest guest]

OMG, that is pretty harsh -Marie! I can't imagine why he would be that upset. It is not like you committed some great sin and disgraced the family name, I am so very sorry. I do hope that you and he can come to terms with this and you can still go to school. You were very brave and should not be punished for that in my opinion.

Patty

----- Original Message -----

From: perlesetlacet@...

Sent: Wednesday, October 09, 2002 2:58 PM

Subject: Re: The Washington Post Artical

Hi:As most of you know, Marc Kaufman of the Washington Post did a story about BI on Sunday, September 22 and I was featured in that article--mugshot and all. Anyway, my father saw it and he's very pissed off at me for going public. To this point he had not known of my "situation" with this whole BI debacle--now he does. I did not think he would see it because he lives in London. Apparently, the Post features stories for up to two weeks on the Internet (I thought it would just be for the ONE day the story ran). So it looks like I made yet another mistake as he's so angry at me and as a result, rescinded his offer to send me to law school. Evidently, I f***ed up yet again. This is the second time in two days I've been reminded of that.I'm now sorry I ever bothered.-Marie

[Guest guest]

Shoot -Marie I am so sorry to hear this, what a drag that your dad is not more understanding of your situation. I mean shit after all you have been through I feel that it is so important that you can speak out about it. I hope that he comes around, I feel guilty cause I was the one that asked you to talk to that reporter, I am so sorry!

----- Original Message -----

From: perlesetlacet@...

Sent: Wednesday, October 09, 2002 3:58 PM

Subject: Re: The Washington Post Artical

Hi:As most of you know, Marc Kaufman of the Washington Post did a story about BI on Sunday, September 22 and I was featured in that article--mugshot and all. Anyway, my father saw it and he's very pissed off at me for going public. To this point he had not known of my "situation" with this whole BI debacle--now he does. I did not think he would see it because he lives in London. Apparently, the Post features stories for up to two weeks on the Internet (I thought it would just be for the ONE day the story ran).. So it looks like I made yet another mistake as he's so angry at me and as a result, rescinded his offer to send me to law school. Evidently, I f***ed up yet again. This is the second time in two days I've been reminded of that.I'm now sorry I ever bothered.-Marie

[Guest guest]

Hi Ladies (Of Any Age),

As the mother of 2-young-adult-children, I would like you to know most 'parents' would not take such a position. This really makes my blood "boil"!

Love & Blessings to All,

MM

Martha Murdock, DirectorNational Silicone Implant Foundation | Dallas Headquarters"Supporting Survivors of Medical Implant Devices"4416 Willow LaneDallas, TX 75244-7537

----- Original Message -----

From: Heer

Sent: Wednesday, October 09, 2002 9:14 PM

Subject: Re: The Washington Post Artical

Shoot -Marie I am so sorry to hear this, what a drag that your dad is not more understanding of your situation. I mean shit after all you have been through I feel that it is so important that you can speak out about it. I hope that he comes around, I feel guilty cause I was the one that asked you to talk to that reporter, I am so sorry!

----- Original Message -----

From: perlesetlacet@...

Sent: Wednesday, October 09, 2002 3:58 PM

Subject: Re: The Washington Post Artical

Hi:As most of you know, Marc Kaufman of the Washington Post did a story about BI on Sunday, September 22 and I was featured in that article--mugshot and all. Anyway, my father saw it and he's very pissed off at me for going public. To this point he had not known of my "situation" with this whole BI debacle--now he does. I did not think he would see it because he lives in London. Apparently, the Post features stories for up to two weeks on the Internet (I thought it would just be for the ONE day the story ran).. So it looks like I made yet another mistake as he's so angry at me and as a result, rescinded his offer to send me to law school. Evidently, I f***ed up yet again. This is the second time in two days I've been reminded of that.I'm now sorry I ever bothered.-Marie

[Guest guest]

LM, Don't beat yourself up about this. You chose to speak to the reporter because you have a message to impart, and you wanted to do it. If you didn't do it, think of all the women your message woud not have gotten to. You are caring and concerned about this issue and the women involved. Sometimes you just have to do what you feel is right in your heart, and obviously speaking to the reporter was right. I would have done it, and I'm sure other women on here would have done it. Your father's ineptitude goes to show that he doesn't care, and while he may be embarassed, you have helped many, many women by speaking up. Remember to always keep that first and foremost. Even though you want to go to law school, and he is taking away that carrot he was obviously dangling in front of you----screw him. We do what we feel is right at the time and the best decision under the circumstances. If your father chooses not to support you, walk away, chin up and look at other options at getting through law school financially. You never know, he may come around. And if not, would you really want his money when their will probably be strings attached anyway? I know this doesn't make it any easier---it still sucks what he's doing. But I think you did a wonderful thing by speaking up, and you have done nothing wrong. So don't even think that. You are passionate about this issue, and that is what is important. Stick to your desires regarding this issue. Law school will always be there, and where there's a will, there's a way! Hang in there and don't beat yourself up!!!!! e ----- Original Message ----- From: Heer Sent: Wednesday, October 09, 2002 8:21 PM Subject: Re: The Washington Post Artical Shoot -Marie I am so sorry to hear this, what a drag that your dad is not more understanding of your situation. I mean shit after all you have been through I feel that it is so important that you can speak out about it. I hope that he comes around, I feel guilty cause I was the one that asked you to talk to that reporter, I am so sorry! ----- Original Message ----- From: perlesetlacet@... Sent: Wednesday, October 09, 2002 3:58 PM Subject: Re: The Washington Post Artical Hi:As most of you know, Marc Kaufman of the Washington Post did a story about BI on Sunday, September 22 and I was featured in that article--mugshot and all. Anyway, my father saw it and he's very pissed off at me for going public. To this point he had not known of my "situation" with this whole BI debacle--now he does. I did not think he would see it because he lives in London. Apparently, the Post features stories for up to two weeks on the Internet (I thought it would just be for the ONE day the story ran).. So it looks like I made yet another mistake as he's so angry at me and as a result, rescinded his offer to send me to law school. Evidently, I f***ed up yet again. This is the second time in two days I've been reminded of that.I'm now sorry I ever bothered.-Marie