I loved how transparent the devotion between Nie and Mr. Nielson is and was glad Oprah picked up on that, but I think Oprah missed the boat on some of the best parts of the story... like how Nie's sisters Lucy and Courtney took in her children, how the family moved back to Provo, and what a major role their faith played in all of it.
What's up with that, Oprah? I understand time constraints, but it's YOUR show. You could have given the Nielsons an entire hour instead of making them one of three segments (I stoppped loving your show, BTW, when you started that different segment business instead of having topics meaty enough to devote an entire show to). If you've been following the Nielsons' story, or even if you're new to it, can you think of anything more inspiring and worthy of an hour of Oprah's time? And ours?
And what was up with that SAHM who didn't want to stay at home that Oprah foisted on Nie Nie (AWKWARD, huh?)? Oprah, you may think that being a stay at home mom is the most important job in the world (frankly, I think it's pretty awesome when moms work outside the home and still run their homes and families with great aplomb and finesse), but maybe it's not for everyone... like that woman who (as you kept repeating) said Play-Doh made her want to kill herself.
It seemed like what Anti-Play-Doh mom took away from her visit with Nie was that it would really stink if she couldn't hold her babies when they got out of the bathtub. So the woman comes away with an appreciation for being alive and able-bodied. How is that unique to this particular story? Tell me if I'm on track or not here, Nie readers, but isn't what makes Nie so special the fact that motherhood and homemaking are truly her vocation and God-given talent? That she provides her readers with glimpses at what truly inspired motherhood is?
Who knows what Play-Doh Mom really took away. Maybe she'll host her own back to school feast next year like Nie does, or maybe she'll just try to be better at sitting still when she plays go fish with her kid. Either would be okay, I guess.
I dunno, Oprah... I was just hoping for the same Nie magic I feel when I read her blog, and I didn't get that from your show today.
And I guess that's why Nie is Nie and Oprah is Oprah.
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I didn't get to see the show but I will definitely track it down online. I agree though. I envy SAHM's so much because I could never do it. Not because money wouldn't allow it but because it's not my personality. I think it's wonderful that some women are able to fully invest themselves into their homes and families but I had to have something for me. I've been called selfish for it many times and it is what it is. My daughter and husband never go without my attention and they always come first. My house stays perfect, I do crafts, dinners, bake and do field trips and school parties. I just chose to work also. Great post and fabulous point!!! XOXO
I wish Oprah could have devoted more time to it too.
You hit the nail on the head with this post....I wanted her to share how the family stepped up and took these babies in and loved them and reminded them of their mother....How her faith and theirs got this thru it...
I totally get what you said about the magically story on the blog vs Oprah. Nie looked simply beautiful...her eyes, they are stunning. And I love seeing the absolute love and devotion seen on Mr. Nelson's face. Check Nie's blog today...she is talking about the show as well.
Thank you for your post.
Norah
What a story! Thanks for sharing!
Hope all is well with married life :)
sHp
PS - I tagged you for an award on my blog :)
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