Dolly Parton’s DH Has Died.

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Well I for one am very glad about the thread! We are on holiday in Bangkok and I am avoiding reading the news so would never have known if it wasn't on the Gransnet thread. I saw Dolly in concert some years ago and she was a brilliant entertainer. Thank you for the post Calendargirl.

I have been lucky enough to see Dolly Parton in concert at the Manchester evening news arena as it was called then but also at the grand old Opry in Nashville.
I can honestly say they were both some of the greatest experiences, my dear husband and I shared over our long marriage, she was fantastic, i’ll leave it at that because I could say so many good things about her because she was so talented and such a lovely person

There are many threads or posts that do not interest me eg science, arts and crafts, and pets. I scroll past them with no comment, as I know they interest others.
I get the impression there is a mean girl mentality on here, males included though I do not notice it as much. If it does not interest them they comment negatively, with some on here, I feel they are affronted because something is being discussed that is of no interest to them.
Everyone on Gransnet who posts is important. If you do not like the topic scroll on.

Calendargirl

Thanks Grandmadinosaur

That’s exactly what I thought.

I’ve asked for the thread to be removed though, as it’s deemed of no interest.

Well, I thought it was of interest! Some people have strange, and sometimes rather pointless, ideas! You’re as entitled to give your opinion on here as anyone else. Those who don’t like what is written can scroll to the next item.

The Dolly Parton concert we went to was probably the most joyful one we have experienced.

Dolly's husband was her muse. Some of the greatest songs of recent years have been written about him/for him. Therefore, for anyone interested in music his death is a significant one. imo.

I love Dolly I’ve watched a few interviews. Yes it’s sad for her it’s also sad for every other man or woman that have lost their partners 60 years is a long time

Why is it of no interest? I follow legacy.com on YouTube, I am interested to see who has left this world. I think a celebration (might be the wrong term) of a persons death is as important as a celebration of a birth, otherwise what is the point!

How sad for anyone to lose a spouse at any time, but particularly after such a long and happy marriage. I have great respect for Dolly Parton for her charitable work and love her performance in '9 to 5', one of my favourite films. Condolences to her.

Calendargirl

flappergirl and MayBee

I asked for the thread (my own OP) to be removed because straightaway the next poster said it was of no interest, the implication it was a pointless thread.

I had put it under ‘Chat’, but thought I had misjudged what others might like to read.

However, GNHQ obviously didn’t agree as the thread is still here and has garnered a fair few responses.

Personally, I would never make a similar comment. Certain threads are of little interest to me, but I just scroll by and leave it to others to choose whether or not to engage.

Good job we are not all the same or GN would be rather boring.

That was the poster's opinion; however, it is becoming increasingly clear in this strident world of ours that if your opinion or view isn't shared by another individual, then you can shut up and go away. This is a depressing trend - at its worst it becomes like the trolling of JK Rowling , and has seemingly filtered down to GN. This is not the first time a poster has been told their view is trivial or unwanted - but it seems many did want to hear what you had to say. As you remarked - just scroll by!

flappergirl and MayBee

I asked for the thread (my own OP) to be removed because straightaway the next poster said it was of no interest, the implication it was a pointless thread.

I had put it under ‘Chat’, but thought I had misjudged what others might like to read.

However, GNHQ obviously didn’t agree as the thread is still here and has garnered a fair few responses.

Personally, I would never make a similar comment. Certain threads are of little interest to me, but I just scroll by and leave it to others to choose whether or not to engage.

Good job we are not all the same or GN would be rather boring.

MayBee70

She wrote I Will Always Love You too.

Yes, her interpretation of it is lovely, unlike the more forceful way it has been sung by others.

flappergirl

Calendargirl

Thanks Grandmadinosaur

That’s exactly what I thought.

I’ve asked for the thread to be removed though, as it’s deemed of no interest.

What a strange thing to say Calendargirl. How could you possibly know after just 3 comments whether the thread is of interest or not. It's not offensive and it's quite normal for the death of famous people's spouses or even children to be reported in the press. I recently read of the death of Mark Rylance's wife for example and felt very sad for him. Why would you want the thread removed?

Sometimes comments on forums can be very hurtful and leave you feeling as if you want the earth to just swallow you up… Not everyone feels confident about posting things. I think we all need to keep that in mind when replying to people sometimes.

sad news....I always thought what a lovely mum she would have been ....I saw her at glastonbury and she was so gracious and humble ....talking about her life with her family and husband between songs ......she must have been pushing 70 , but played an amazing set

Indeed MayBee, and I prefer her singing that particular song.

Calendargirl

Thanks Grandmadinosaur

That’s exactly what I thought.

I’ve asked for the thread to be removed though, as it’s deemed of no interest.

What a strange thing to say Calendargirl. How could you possibly know after just 3 comments whether the thread is of interest or not. It's not offensive and it's quite normal for the death of famous people's spouses or even children to be reported in the press. I recently read of the death of Mark Rylance's wife for example and felt very sad for him. Why would you want the thread removed?

She wrote I Will Always Love You too.

She wrote many fine songs , too : I love" Love is Like a Butterfly ".

Barleyfields

I have no idea whether she had other relationships but I do know this is not the time or place to speak as you have David. Have some respect.

I agree.

I do like Dolly 🙂
He was always there for her but did have Alzheimer's in his final years. Condolences to Dolly.

David49

They stayed married but Dolly did her own thing throughout the relationship, its well known she had other relationships as well as a very tolerant husband.

Why bring that into the conversation 🤷‍♀️

I only know of what I have read, but her charitable work and down to earth attitude has endeared her to me. She came from a huge very poor family and has worked her socks off to not only help her large family of nieces and nephews but a vast number of other people. I love that every child in het state starts school with a gift of a book from her charitable foundation because she knows how important education is in lifting people out of poverty

My mum has just lost my dad after a wonderful 60 yr marriage- plenty of people commented on their wonderful marriage, which gave great comfort to my mum.. Sounds like Dolly had the same wonderful marriage from some of the interviews she gave.

In an interview some time ok. Dolly always credited her love for her husband and the bond they shared plus their faith for a long and happy marriage but also about the sadness of not being able to have children . But she said it brought them closer together .

NotAGran55

Calendargirl

NotAGran55

Eric Clapton wrote Wonderful Tonight, not George Harrison.
Eric also wrote Bell Bottom Blues for Pattie.

Thanks NotAGran for pointing out my daft mistake.

I meant Eric, of course, not George,

Duh!

(Getting mixed up as of course Patti was the ‘amour’ of both of them).

George’s beautiful ode to Pattie was ‘ Something’

That’s the one!