16 posts tagged “ctv”
Comedy Inc, a Canadian comedy show, is touted as the next Kids in the Hall. I don't know that I'd compare them, but Comedy Inc does have some really good skits (you remember The Asshole Whisperer?). One recurring character is the Tantric Sex guy. I found the first episode starring him tonight on YouTube. Here you go, kids:
There are those people who are dead set against it (although a portion of them suddenly reconsider once they actually have children). There are those who say there's nothing wrong with it, in moderation. I belong to the latter group. I'm talking about spanking. A disclaimer: I do not have, nor will be having, children, however I have been exposed to enough of them in my life that I feel I have a right to speak somewhat knowledgeably about the subject.
Last night, an anti-spanking bill was passed through the Canadian Senate. While you can read the whole story here, what the bill propses is this:
The bill proposes to eliminate Section 43 of the Criminal Code, which says any parent, schoolteacher or a person standing in the place of a parent "is justified in using force by way of correction toward a pupil or child'' over age two and under age 13 "if the force does not exceed what is reasonable under the circumstances.''
The bill is by no means law yet, but this was a significant hurdle for it to pass. It's interesting that Anita and I had a conversation about spanking just the other day, when she was telling me stories about her sister and children, whom she is visiting.
I find it difficult when someone says they would never ever spank their children, but it all depends on delving further and finding out why the person feels that way. I personally don't equate spanking with beating the living daylights out of a kid. To me, spanking is a smack on the bottom or arm to get their attention when all else fails. Sometimes the shock value of a spanking is all that will work, most especially because it is a last resort. I don't feel that it's a way of showing power and strength over the child.
I don't have time to write a whole lot about this, but I'm sure some interesting comments will arise. Basically, I just feel that spanking has a time and a place, it should be used sparingly, and when done properly it can act as a significant deterrant for many children. It can't be your go-to punishment method, nor can it take the place of actual parenting. The one sticking point is about degrees of punishment and force, but I don't think that outright criminalizing any sort of force visited upon a child by a parent is the way to go.
I sincerely hope the bill doesn't become law. Actually, I'd simply like the existing law to be modified to reflect that only parents should have this right because I do disapprove of giving anyone other than a child's parent the right to even simple force, unless it's as a restraining measure to protect the child or those around the child.. We're already awash in impolite, disrespectful children (no, not yours - of course not yours) who are taught by the world that they should be calling Children's Services as soon as someone so much as threatens to lay a finger on them. It really is time to bring children back in control.
This may be somewhat of a repeat post, but I was reminded of it all by a little news blurb I just read. It would seem that a blooper moment from a past Canadian Idol audition is making its way to the Season Three premiere of TV's Most Outrageous Moments (I have never heard of this show before, but then again, I only get one channel). In case you have never seen the clip before, here it is:
And shortly after, the wireless carrier, Telus Mobility, who is (or was at the time) a sponsor of Canadian Idol, produced this commercial:
And while you're YouTubing, check out some other Telus commercials - they are fantastic and always (I think) feature animals of one kind or another!
How the hell is it possible that this guy keeps getting light sentences and released? Should they not be looking into dangerous offender status for him so that he is kept behind bars indefinitely? It's obvious that rehab is never going to help him.
Also, here is an update of sorts on the autistic girl I posted about not too long ago. There has been worldwide attention since her story broke, and CTV aired a more in-depth piece on her. I'd heard of this therapy before. I wish all autistic children had parents who could afford the pricy treatment. From what I understand, the government is reducing (or even removing?) coverage for autistic children.
Kitty-lovers everywhere rejoice!
Read about this amazing autistic girl who has learned to express herself through typing on a computer. You will rethink autism, I guarantee it. Don't forget to click on the link at the end of the story where you can read about Carly in her own words.
