Originally Posted by
2ndthyme
this is what seems to be confusing to some but not at all to me. A woman knows the difference between accidental touching and sexual touching. Obviously if Mr Keillor realized at the time there was reason to apologize, he clearly did something to apologize for. If a woman suddenly finds herself in the very uncomfortable and shocking position of pretending her boss's hand isn't lingering on her in what is clearly an awkward testing of the waters.. Women caught off guard by this behavior and where it happens and from who it comes from.. are not prepared to rebuke, this is not a sweaty nightclub. So she assures him it's ok.. but it's not, she is alone and instinct tells her to smooth things over and get away. The shame and humiliation felt by a woman who suddenly realized she does not have the respect of this man... hurts and it festers, even as she tries to put it behind her and forget it.. The idea that someone you likely considered a mentor, sought approval and advice from, thought he respected your mind, was looking at you as a an option to f*ck is where the damage is. long term damage