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February 28, 2010

Martha Crosthwait, Meridian The Meridian Star The Meridian Star Sun Feb 28, 2010, 11:44 PM CST

MERIDIAN —

This letter is in response to Craig Ziemba's column ("The man purse," Feb. 21, 2010). Mr. Ziemba, I'm so sorry that while watching the men's figure skating at the Olympic games, you saw only pink tassels, feathered gloves and suggestive movements. I saw beautiful COSTUMED performances. You also seemed to miss the strength, stamina, grace, artistry and hard work for years that went into those performances. As to men crying after a performance, I've seen football players cry after a game.

It was clear from your editorial that you consider those performers not "real men" and are therefore not worthy of attention from anyone. You couldn't even appreciate their fantastic athletic ability. I suggest that maybe your threatened masculinity kept you from enjoying a great show. You spoke of teaching your son that a "real man" doesn't carry a purse; I hope Sir, that someone also teaches your son tolerance — a quality you seem to lack.

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