Michael Jackson Dead at 50 - My Firefighter Nation2024-03-29T14:54:59Zhttps://my.firefighternation.com/forum/topics/michael-jackson-dead-at-50?commentId=889755%3AComment%3A4152477&x=1&feed=yes&xn_auth=noYeah I was really starting to…tag:my.firefighternation.com,2009-06-29:889755:Comment:41524772009-06-29T23:41:49.939ZBrian Dumserhttps://my.firefighternation.com/profile/BrianDumser
Yeah I was really starting to get into his show, "Pitch Men".<br />
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I hate to think about whos going to be next. These things come on threes. Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett & Micheal Jackson. Now Billy Mays. Stay safe everyone!
Yeah I was really starting to get into his show, "Pitch Men".<br />
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I hate to think about whos going to be next. These things come on threes. Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett & Micheal Jackson. Now Billy Mays. Stay safe everyone! MJ Was apiece of SH*T!!! I do…tag:my.firefighternation.com,2009-06-29:889755:Comment:41521612009-06-29T19:51:30.692ZJohn Rulli Jr.https://my.firefighternation.com/profile/JohnRulliJr
MJ Was apiece of SH*T!!! I don't wish anyone dead but what he did to the kids makes me sick!!!! I can't believe you put this on FFN!
MJ Was apiece of SH*T!!! I don't wish anyone dead but what he did to the kids makes me sick!!!! I can't believe you put this on FFN! Hey Cap, thanks for clearing…tag:my.firefighternation.com,2009-06-27:889755:Comment:41501192009-06-27T21:07:15.082ZDustin J. Millishttps://my.firefighternation.com/profile/DustinJMillis
Hey Cap, thanks for clearing this one up a bit.... I have never been a fan of MJ's. I would probably be the first one to make some kind of joke about him. He was a wierd guy!!!!!<br />
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In anycase.... I knew this topic was going to show up eventually and was concerned that it was going to be some big hate fest twoards the guy. Thats exactly NOT what this site is intended for. So.... my opinion... the guy was crazy but talk about it somewhere else.<br />
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Thanks Cap
Hey Cap, thanks for clearing this one up a bit.... I have never been a fan of MJ's. I would probably be the first one to make some kind of joke about him. He was a wierd guy!!!!!<br />
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In anycase.... I knew this topic was going to show up eventually and was concerned that it was going to be some big hate fest twoards the guy. Thats exactly NOT what this site is intended for. So.... my opinion... the guy was crazy but talk about it somewhere else.<br />
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Thanks Cap im am the last person who wou…tag:my.firefighternation.com,2009-06-27:889755:Comment:41500132009-06-27T18:52:40.553ZJake McDonaldhttps://my.firefighternation.com/profile/JakeMcDonald
im am the last person who would ever support the media. my point was not what the media was saying but what the victims or accusing parties have said thats all. not trying to start fights or anything. thats all.<br />
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stay safe<br />
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im am the last person who would ever support the media. my point was not what the media was saying but what the victims or accusing parties have said thats all. not trying to start fights or anything. thats all.<br />
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stay safe<br />
jake It's hard to stick up for the…tag:my.firefighternation.com,2009-06-27:889755:Comment:41500042009-06-27T18:45:48.493ZMike Schlags (Captain Busy) Retdhttps://my.firefighternation.com/profile/CaptainBusy
It's hard to stick up for the guy with the barrage of negative publicity that we've all been subject to. My only point here Jake is that the details I heard were first hand, from folks who worked with him, not the press who makes there money off of spreading rumors and lies to sell papers and magazines. I also have seen first hand some wonderful things this guy did for kids that were really sick or dying. Can't say I've seen the media do much good... ever.
It's hard to stick up for the guy with the barrage of negative publicity that we've all been subject to. My only point here Jake is that the details I heard were first hand, from folks who worked with him, not the press who makes there money off of spreading rumors and lies to sell papers and magazines. I also have seen first hand some wonderful things this guy did for kids that were really sick or dying. Can't say I've seen the media do much good... ever. heres the thing. opinions or…tag:my.firefighternation.com,2009-06-27:889755:Comment:41499972009-06-27T18:33:12.341ZJake McDonaldhttps://my.firefighternation.com/profile/JakeMcDonald
heres the thing. opinions or not you have to admit there was something wrong with him, which could have led to him doing bad things to kids. there are only a few people who know the truth. <b>BUT................</b><br />
After being accused so many time you have to think there is at least someting not right going on there. maybe not as bad as it seemed but still not good.<br />
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if the truth does come out and it is bad, are people still going to defend him with the "but he did sooo many good…
heres the thing. opinions or not you have to admit there was something wrong with him, which could have led to him doing bad things to kids. there are only a few people who know the truth. <b>BUT................</b><br />
After being accused so many time you have to think there is at least someting not right going on there. maybe not as bad as it seemed but still not good.<br />
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if the truth does come out and it is bad, are people still going to defend him with the "but he did sooo many good things"<br />
because you know this country would S*** if everyone defended the child molesting priests by saying "yes they abused children but come on, he did so much good for the community and world."<br />
just a rant on my part. hopefully this wont p*** people off but im sure it will.<br />
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stay safe<br />
jake Suppose they will rename Old…tag:my.firefighternation.com,2009-06-27:889755:Comment:41499782009-06-27T18:12:27.231ZMarvin Hawkhttps://my.firefighternation.com/profile/penrhyn
Suppose they will rename Old Ridge Road in Gary IN. to Michael Jackson Blvd
Suppose they will rename Old Ridge Road in Gary IN. to Michael Jackson Blvd For what it's worth, the San…tag:my.firefighternation.com,2009-06-27:889755:Comment:41499772009-06-27T18:11:51.154ZMike Schlags (Captain Busy) Retdhttps://my.firefighternation.com/profile/CaptainBusy
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For what it's worth, the Santa Barbara County District Attorney's office threw everything at Michael and a jury found him totally clear of all charges, good enough for me... I tend to have a lot of faith in our criminal justice system. Couple this with friends of mine who worked around the guy that said he was good people, just very shy and not the monster portrayed by the…
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For what it's worth, the Santa Barbara County District Attorney's office threw everything at Michael and a jury found him totally clear of all charges, good enough for me... I tend to have a lot of faith in our criminal justice system. Couple this with friends of mine who worked around the guy that said he was good people, just very shy and not the monster portrayed by the media... Thanks Mike.
It's easy to ge…tag:my.firefighternation.com,2009-06-27:889755:Comment:41499692009-06-27T18:03:17.284ZBrian Dumserhttps://my.firefighternation.com/profile/BrianDumser
Thanks Mike.<br />
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It's easy to get caught up in all of the jokes floating around and forget that MJ really did some good in the world in spite of the allegations of misbehaviour. Stay safe!
Thanks Mike.<br />
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It's easy to get caught up in all of the jokes floating around and forget that MJ really did some good in the world in spite of the allegations of misbehaviour. Stay safe! I see where this thread is go…tag:my.firefighternation.com,2009-06-27:889755:Comment:41499562009-06-27T17:50:47.771ZMike Schlags (Captain Busy) Retdhttps://my.firefighternation.com/profile/CaptainBusy
I see where this thread is going... Please allow me to throw some perspective here and tie this post back into the world of the FFN and firefighting.<br />
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I have had the unique opportunity to have Neverland Valley Ranch in my backyard and once upon a time in my first in district. In fact, when a hispanic worker used paint varnish and steel wool on the wood floors for refinishing and one of his swipes included a floor plug, that started Michael Jackson's personal office on fire, I was there. In…
I see where this thread is going... Please allow me to throw some perspective here and tie this post back into the world of the FFN and firefighting.<br />
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I have had the unique opportunity to have Neverland Valley Ranch in my backyard and once upon a time in my first in district. In fact, when a hispanic worker used paint varnish and steel wool on the wood floors for refinishing and one of his swipes included a floor plug, that started Michael Jackson's personal office on fire, I was there. In fact, after the fire, the Neverland FD Captain gave mine crew and other engine companies a complete tour of the ranch.<br />
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I heard rumors too. Only mine were from eye witnesses who worked at the ranch and was there when Michael sometimes visited. Not the paparazzi / National Enquirer sources but from other firefighters and security folks who worked full time at the ranch. Guess what? No one ever witnessed anything close to child molestation or inappropriate behavior on the part of Michael.<br />
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Did you hear the rumor about Michael having a bed installed in his movie theatre. It was true and used by many terminally ill or significantly handicapped / compromised children so they could watch the movies in a real movie theatre. Michael was witnessed on more than one occasion hand feeding popcorns to some of these kids. There parents were put up in one of two town houses across the driveway from Michael's main house.<br />
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It was not uncommon to have underprivileged kids, burn camps, terminally ill cancer patients and others less fortunate enjoying a very special place that Michael put together. It's all gone now but while it lasted, Michael brought a lot of happiness to a lot of children and families. Michael was very gracious with his money and fame.<br />
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Don't get me wrong here. The guy had some serious issues and never lived a normal life. He was very trusting and listened to advise from folks who didn't really have what was best for him on their agenda. I saw first hand and experienced this guys selflessness and generosity towards those who needed help.<br />
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Out of this respect for this individual, I think it more appropriate to remember that if you don't have anything nice to say, then don't say anything at all. Don't believe everything you have read in the papers and on hear on TV. There is always two-sides of the story. I choose to look for the good in people, not the bad.<br />
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TCSS, CB