Why can't we all just get along?

[meganlynn09]

WHERE IS THAT QUOTE FROM? I think it was a TV show, I can't exactly remember. It was really funny at the time.

Anyway...

So, I totally meant to wish y'all a Happy Valentine's Day! I'm so sorry I didn't, and also there's a meme going around about being grateful for f-list members, or something? I'm so doing that tomorrow soon!

Anyway, I was reading a Doctor Who post, somewhere that I wasn't supposed to be, and I just realized why it really hurts to see people bash Martha. More than when people rip into Rose.

I've mentioned to you guys before that I feel attached to her (Martha) because I feel like I can relate most to her, so when I see people start ranting about her having a crush on the Doctor or being "in love" with the Doctor (the way she would say she loved the Doctor can be debated in what way she meant, IMHO), calling her stupid and petty for it and other stuff, I feel like I'm being attacked because I've been through exactly what she was.

Well, not the time traveling bit, but the having a crush on someone who doesn't deserve it/doesn't return it, and while RTD didn't need to do it, and I agree it wasn't at all necessary, it was still written in and it still hurts when people attack her character over it. It's a weird feeling to have, but everytime I see it, it just doesn't feel good.

I guess I just hate seeing characters get bashed, period, so when it's a special character to me, it hurts.

*pouts* Damn post that I wasn't meant to see because I'm not apart of that comm anymore.

*sheepish* My bad, this rant was totally caused by myself.

Comments

[meganlynn09.livejournal.com]

That very well could be where I remember hearing it. Damn, thought it was from some TV show. Thanks for reminding me though! :D

[kammgirl.livejournal.com]

I've been through it too. I think many of us have. But I admit I found her petty and self involved. She was in love with a guy she hardly knew and was petulant when those feelings weren't returned. I just didn't care for Martha's attitude and being told I am racist for feeling that way didn't help. And then reading from people who were angry that those feelings weren't reciprocated that the Doctor was a prat for not realizing the awesomeness that is Martha was another annoyance. But I understand. I find it highly insulting when people talk about Rose being too low for the Doctor because she is from a humble background. I actually put most of my Martha thoughts in a filter as I try and respect the Martha fans on my flist.

[meganlynn09.livejournal.com]

Well, I already knew that you and I view Martha pretty vastly different, just as I view Rose in a much different way than you.

And then reading from people who were angry that those feelings weren't reciprocated that the Doctor was a prat for not realizing the awesomeness that is Martha was another annoyance.

Totally get that. Early season 3 I would see some posts about people wanting to lose Martha and get Rose back and that was an annoyance to me. All feelings on these things are different, and I get that, totally.

I'm just sensitive about my past feelings towards someone, and having people rag on Martha for feeling that way about the Doctor felt like I was almost being judged through that character. I don't know.

Maybe longer exposure to fandoms makes you more sensitive to things than not. Or I'm just weird and need to watch a new show. :D

[kammgirl.livejournal.com]

I'm sorry it hurts your feelings and I do relate as I have been through it, but try if possible not to take it personally or you will drive yourself nuts. I have a feeling you were not petty as I viewed Martha to be.

ETA: Coming back to add hugs. Whoever the person was who didn't like you back ws a fool. :)

[meganlynn09.livejournal.com]

I just wish I knew why I take it personally sometimes. I suppose it happens when you get really attached to a character. I've no idea.

Thanks :D And he was a fool! :P

Man, I don't like not having all my icons at the moment.

[meganlynn09.livejournal.com]

Oh man, it does suck when people bash on Chloe. Why can't people see how awesome she is?!

[noperfectlife.livejournal.com]

Oh! I just watched the first three episodes of Doctor Who season 3. And you know what? I think I was right to wait that long before getting into that season! I mean, if I had watched straight after finishing season 2, I'm afraid I would have resented Martha, but to watch it so long after, I'm really enjoying her.
I'll get back to you when I'll be finished with season 3!!

[meganlynn09.livejournal.com]

Great! I hope you enjoy the season :) I watched S2 and S3 live, so I had that time between them and it was beneficial.