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I made a stranger cry from thousands of miles away!!

Dear Editor,

HI my name is Rochelle Howard. I thank you for taking the time to hear what I have to say. In, 1998, my fiance welcomed into the world his two beautiful twin daughters, Gabrielle and Micheala Garcia. I since have grown to love them, and they have become an important part of my life. Gabrielle and Micheala were born comjoined. They have since been separated, each having one leg. They are beautiful and happy little girls, yet we have been extremely concerned with an incident that left Gabrielle in utter tears . April 1st began the premiere on the WB of a new cartoon called, "The Oblongs." This cartoon is based from Angus Oblong's book, "Creepy Susie and Thirteen other Tragic Tales for Troubled Children."

The basic story line presented in "The Oblongs" features a truly disfunctional family who's home resides next to a landfill, exposing them to toxins. The characters are all disabled in some way. Dad is without appendages, having no arms or legs. Mom is bald and suffering from liver damage. The brothers are conjoined twins, who in one segment are portrayed as "freaks". Little sister, Madeline has an appendage growing out of her head. In one segment, mother hands Madeline condoms, asking whether she prefers ribbed or regular, and telling her to place them on her appendage. Milo is the child that is ridiculed for being on medication while suffering from attention deficit disorder.

In one episode, Milo states that his ancestors were in the circus and married eachother, explaining how his family came to be. How ignorant! It is very obvious that this cartoon promotes ridicule and embarrassment to those with disabilities. I was inspired to write a petition when 3 year old little girl Gabrielle fell into tears after seeing only part of its cruel slander. It is a shame when a 3 year old little girl is crushed while seeing her disability displayed in comedy. Yet, Gabrielle does not stand alone. There are childen all over the world born with specific disabilities. This does not make them any less of a person. Why should a cartoon be allowed to portray comedy that drives our disabled children into hurt and tears? I think this is sick! Their disabilities are not funny. We are suppose to teach our children they are special and promote self-esteem. Our children should feel special! Any cartoon that would not only promote, but also teach, children otherwise should not be allowed to air.

I hope my voice is heard as loud as the cry of Gabrielle and the many other children who will be affected by this demented and twisted cartoon. You can sign this petition by going to http://www.petitionpetition.com/cgi/petition.cgi?id=1488 Please stand up and let your voice be heard. I appreciate the sincerity of everyone who signs this petition! Please forward this petition to as many people possible. Together we can make a difference!

Thank you, Rochelle Howard
mail to: jacobhoward@earthlink.net

Unfortunately, Rochelle's petition is long since closed. (I signed it, agreeing that I'm repulsive)
But isn't she precious!?
Feel free to drop Rochelle an email if you're bored and drunk.
Inform her that I'm still alive and how much of a shame that is.
And see if you can get her to send you pics of those conjoined twins of hers!
She won't send any to me...
-Angus Oblong.

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~More fan mail to come in the very near future.~