Since I live in Central Florida and have passes to most of the area theme parks, I’m lucky enough to attend many of the concerts. After all, they’re included with my admission! I’ve seen acts that cost close to $100 in other venues for no additional cost.
When I attend a show, I’ll often record parts and add them as reels on the Disney Over 50 Facebook and Instagram pages. That’s what I’d like to talk about today.
I’ve noticed a trend lately where people just want to put stuff down. While most of the comments have been respectful, there have been some that are downright disgusting. People are body shaming and age shaming. There have been far too many comments on how someone is dressed. There have even been political comments that have nothing to do with the performance.
If you don’t like what someone is wearing and want to comment, keep it respectful. Saying “that’s an interesting outfit” is fine. Saying, “Wow, he looks like an idiot!” is not.
Body shaming is never cool. Even something as simple as “she’s put on a few pounds” is not acceptable. “She looks great!” is much better. Same thing with age. Some of the performers have been around for decades, and they’re still out there, giving it their all. Who among us still has the same amount of energy as we did 30 years ago? Do any of us look the same? Somehow, I doubt it. Please don’t make Botox or hair plug jokes. They’re not funny. “I like the gray” is perfectly fine.
Also, if there’s a note that’s not quite right, there’s no need to comment. Live performances never sound like the original recording. I’ve seen a couple of shows lately where there were technical problems, but the singers keep singing and the band keeps playing. What they hear on stage sounds very different than what we end up hearing in the audience. If you see a performer fiddling with his ears, he’s having a hard time hearing the band. Things might sound slightly off until the issue is fixed. There’s no need to point it out in the comments.
I had someone ask me why I limited who could comment on a recent reel. After all, even bad comments will bring people to my page, so my numbers could go up! I’d love to hit 100,000 followers on Facebook, but the integrity of the page is much more important to me. I’m not going to allow people to put others down, even if they’re putting down a celebrity.
Several people have told me that part of the reason why they like Disney Over 50 is because it’s different. We don’t have the fights, the name calling, the “boy, you’re stupid” sarcasm that ends up in too many Disney groups. I’m trying my best to keep it that way, but I don’t always catch everything. If you see a comment that you know I wouldn’t approve of, please send me a message and tell me where to find it.
I know that the offenders are not going to see this post, but I feel better just saying it. Thank you for keeping things respectful. Disney Over 50 is the best Disney (and more) community out there! I appreciate you all.