Comments on: Southwestern baby shower by Grit & Gold

By: 100layercake

100layercake — Mon, 14 Oct 2013 22:19:29 +0000

Okeee, looks like we’re closing comments here. Thanks to everyone for sharing your opinions. We’ve changed the title to read Southwestern, as the inspiration is certainly from that part of the United States.

Congratulations to the lovely mama and her baby on the way.

By: LA

LA — Sat, 12 Oct 2013 03:19:35 +0000

As a Native Canadian, I do not believe this is insensitive in any way. I think it should be taken for what it is, a post on a website which showcases ideas, tips and inspiration for events. Simply put, let’s get back to the fun stuff and not take things so seriously!
Anyone and everyone should be able to enjoy all aspects of other cultures (especially when planning a fun event, a baby shower of all things) without having to feel like they are being insensitive.
To the author, thanks for sharing.

By: Clarissa

Clarissa — Fri, 11 Oct 2013 04:04:24 +0000

I think there’s a lot of ignorance to this, and I can’t really say whose fault it is per say.

Not to hound the author of this post, because I don’t think she meant harm, but I like that people are realizing the term “Navajo” on things not really “Navajo” are insensitive.

Again, I don’t think the author is insensitive and probably didn’t have a harmful or hateful thought behind it, but it’s good that it’s being brought to attention so people can really think about what and how they post.

Yes, ethnic and tribal and whatever Native American group is attached to certain things and it’s out on the Internet, but it doesn’t mean we can’t start the change. It all begins with us and opening our eyes.

By: Jen

Jen — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 22:44:40 +0000

This sort of thing doesn’t bother me personally, but seriously, guys, have you BEEN on the internet? Anything even vaguely connected to Native Americans is super touchy right now. Good luck with *that*….

By: Pamela Ann

Pamela Ann — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 18:48:48 +0000

Let’s cut the vitriol on a site that celebrates momentous life events. I too, agree, that some of the choices made in this design and presentation were lacking foresight and sensitivity. HOWEVER, let’s work to educate and illuminate people instead of simply insulting. Assume good will from a woman whose sole intention here is to celebrate a beloved child. simply emoting that these designs prompt concern could go a long way.