Am I getting old or is this horribly wrong?

[DisneyBamaFan]

 

[goofy!]

My daughter wears soffe's to school, not all of them are that short.

The ones used at our practices, ie; the ones going to Haiti, are

None would even come close to passing the fingertip test

 

[punkin]

The ones used at our practices, the ones going to Haiti, are

None would even come close to passing the fingertip test

but at least those innocent children in Haiti won't be naked anymore.....unlike the chicken.

 

[*DisDude]

There are some things that are just plain wrong. And this is one of those times. Am I judging by saying that? Of course. But we are all making a judgement when we comment on this video.

No, there is no one standing up for these girls. These are children. They are dressed inappropriately, they are dancing inappropriately. But it's beyond inappropriate. It's heartbreaking to watch and it's outrageous that these girls have been placed in this position. Unbelievable that no one stopped, thought, and said, "No, this is not ok for 7 year olds to do."

What makes you so sure you're right? I ask because, as I've said in my original post, what's accepted as ethical changes every generation. If KickA** was made in the 60s, all copies of it would have been burned because of the Hit Girl character. Look at what's allowed on TV these days, compared to what wasn't allowed decades ago.

 

[akelly]

What makes you so sure you're right? I ask because, as I've said in my original post, what's accepted as ethical changes every generation. If KickA** was made in the 60s, all copies of it would have been burned because of the Hit Girl character. Look at what's allowed on TV these days, compared to what wasn't allowed decades ago.

I would never argue that what's on TV today is ok. I certainly wouldn't use it to argue that we have made "progress" in our ethics/morals/values, whatever you want to call it.

I'm not familiar with that movie, other than to know it exists so I can't comment on that.

I know that your point is that things change over the years. I understand that. But, it has to stop somewhere.

One thing that adults need to do is protect their children. I know that these girls have no awareness of the sexual nature of their dancing. It was up to adults to make a good call on allowing their daughters to be put in this dance. Their parents failed them.

 

[*DisDude]

One thing that adults need to do is protect their children. I know that these girls have no awareness of the sexual nature of their dancing. It was up to adults to make a good call on allowing their daughters to be put in this dance. Their parents failed them.

A lot of things parents try to do is protect their children from perceived threats. My mom was overbearing when I was a kid in regards to everything and I still hold a grudge against her for being out of touch when everybody around me had way more freedom. And no, I said I hold a grudge against her, so looking back on it as an adult, I do not see what she did was healthy for me in the least.

 

[Aisling]

 

[kidshop]

What makes you so sure you're right? I ask because, as I've said in my original post, what's accepted as ethical changes every generation. If KickA** was made in the 60s, all copies of it would have been burned because of the Hit Girl character. Look at what's allowed on TV these days, compared to what wasn't allowed decades ago.

What is the point of dressing up 7 y/o girls like that and having them perform that particular dance? What is it's goal/intention? The coaches must be trying to be something or to do something with the choices of appearance and music/moves. What is it?

 

[*DisDude]

What is the point of dressing up 7 y/o girls like that and having them perform that particular dance? What is it's goal/intention? The coaches must be trying to be something or to do something with the choices of appearance and music/moves. What is it?

I can't think of any reason to actually do so, but they're just dancing. It provocative in a way, yes. But it's not as if they're being pimped out in the sex trade. It's the same with how rock and roll was "evil". Couple of years ago I read long winded rant online about how the Muppet movie, the Gonzo one, was EVIL. Evil because of a scene where Sam the Eagle was checking out some girl who was dancing provocatively. Everything is considered evil to some.

 

[Eeyores Butterfly]

OMG, I can't even do a "come hither" look like that! The fishnets, the stockings, the lacy chokers...how is it ever appropriate for a child to dress like that? Those parents are sick to let their daughters be exploited like that.

Many pages back, somebody posted some clips from that same competition and there was another group with outfits that low/high cut. But it wasn't nearly as bad.

A lot of dance costumes are revealing. I'm fairly prudish (I'll willingly admit) and would never wear some of my costumes outside if a competition. When we did Cotton Eyed Joe, we had midriffs and cut off shorts that did not cover much more than a bathing suit. But the difference between costumes like that or one of the other groups posted and the costumes the little girls in the video wore is the overall design. Our costumes were meant to look like little farmer's outfits. Some of hte costumes posted here are leotads with the middle missing. These girls were dressed in lingerie that I wouldn't wear in the privacy of my own bedroom! It's the overall look, including the part bolded above that puts it over the top.

Dance costumes are designed to show case a dancer's body. You don't want to hide behind layers of fabrics (heck, many studios severely limit even the tyupe of dance pants you wear to class) because it hides the movement. But there's a difference between revealing and sexual.

 

[Jennasis]

Sweet googa mooga! There is so much animosity and blatant personal attacks going on in here....how in the world is this thread still open???

Come on guys...let it gooooooooo.

 

[robinb]

Evil because of a scene where Sam the Eagle was checking out some girl who was dancing provocatively. Everything is considered evil to some.

{coming out of lurking because I can't resist}

pssssst! Did you know that Sam the Eagle is completely naked underneath his feathers? Talk about provocative!

{back to lurking}

 

[TheDisneyGirl02]

Many pages back, somebody posted some clips from that same competition and there was another group with outfits that low/high cut. But it wasn't nearly as bad.

A lot of dance costumes are revealing. I'm fairly prudish (I'll willingly admit) and would never wear some of my costumes outside if a competition. When we did Cotton Eyed Joe, we had midriffs and cut off shorts that did not cover much more than a bathing suit. But the difference between costumes like that or one of the other groups posted and the costumes the little girls in the video wore is the overall design. Our costumes were meant to look like little farmer's outfits. Some of hte costumes posted here are leotads with the middle missing. These girls were dressed in lingerie that I wouldn't wear in the privacy of my own bedroom! It's the overall look, including the part bolded above that puts it over the top.

Dance costumes are designed to show case a dancer's body. You don't want to hide behind layers of fabrics (heck, many studios severely limit even the tyupe of dance pants you wear to class) because it hides the movement. But there's a difference between revealing and sexual.

You are very right about this. I've been dancing for 27 years and over the years, there have been many costumes that I would NEVER wear other than during the performance.

Even though the costumes were over the top and some of the dancing was too old for those girls, the technical performance was wonderful!

 

[Lauralee]

Holy Moses, what has gotten into the heads of the parents of those little girls? Are they totally blinded as to what is going on there? If those girls are really 7, they would be in maybe 2nd grade? That dance, music, and costuming totally sexualizes those little girls. Do they really understand what the lyrics are saying, what the bumping and grinding insinuates, and what the lingerie-like costumes barely cover up? This is the work of some over zealous parents/dance instructors who want to see their girls shock (impress?) some judges and bring home a big prize!

Can these parents/dance instructors answer the following questions with a "yes" and still think it's a good idea for them to perform this dance?

1. If grandma and grandpa were asked their honest opinions about this dance, would they approve?

2. Would these girls' teachers approve if they saw them practice their moves out on the playground?

3. Do you know that sexual perverts/pedophiles are probably, at this moment, bookmarking this video and still shots to view and use later at their pleasure?

4. Would these little girls have had just as much fun performing an age-appropriate dance rather than this one? It is all about the fun for them isn't it?

People here have defended this dance as being appropriate for this age's morals/ethics. This reasoning totally disgusts me. Our children mature slowly and need guidance to be able to process everything the world throws at them, little by little. Nothing like throwing them head first into the deep end here. Nobody can deny that children today have lost the innocence that previous generations of children enjoyed. It saddens me.....

 

[*DisDude]

I have a question. Miley Cyrus is 17. Practically an adult, and for all intents and purposes, she is. So what are your thoughts on the Can't Be Tamed video? There are a lot in an uproar right now. Is it offensive to you?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjSG6z_13-Q

 

[cm8]

, She started off looking like an angel of death. SMH,. Parents, it is time to be the role model your children should be looking up to ( if you are not already) The world will teach them what you fail to.

 

[aprilgail2]

All those girls have bright futures ahead of them as pole dancers! It is appalling that parents would permit a dance studio to teach them that dancing like that for little children is ok- parents have lost their minds! What parent would think that it is ok for their daughters to go out on stage dressed like hookers and grind in front of people- OMG- that is just wrong on SO many levels!!!

 

[Darsa]

Honestly, I'm quite surprised at the number of people who take exception to the outfits; they seem very much like typical dance costumes to me. What I personally object to is the manner in which they were dancing; girls under 10 really don't need to be grabbing at nonexistant hooters, feeling themselves up, and grinding like well-paid pole dancers, IMO. There are lotsa dance moves that they could be doing that would go JUST as well with that song, and don't look like air-nooky.

Those pictures posted kinda made me sad; those little girls really do look like they're being forced to grow up before they're ready. That one on the far left looks like a total sweetheart!

 

[MushyMushy]

A lot of things parents try to do is protect their children from perceived threats. My mom was overbearing when I was a kid in regards to everything and I still hold a grudge against her for being out of touch when everybody around me had way more freedom. And no, I said I hold a grudge against her, so looking back on it as an adult, I do not see what she did was healthy for me in the least.

I'd far rather resent my parents for being overprotective than dealing with the lifelong pain and consequences of having parents who were too stupid to see what was going on right under their noses.

 

[Mermaid02]

I see none of the "supporters" have commented on the still photo. Why not?

Is it because the close up of the lingerie and the "come hither look" given by that child is indefensable (sp?)