08.12.07
Ask Me Anything … Well Almost anything.
Is there something you’d like to ask me and get a response to? Here’s the place and now’s the time. I’ll answer almost anything that is presented with respect and sincerity. Go ahead ask me anything … but remember I have the power to delete your question before anyone else see’s it, so don’t waste your time or mine asking something you know won’t get a response.
Gail Schuchman said,
August 14, 2007 at 1:48 am
Dear Denise,My daughter was verbally and physically abused for four years. She has 2 children by this horror. As of April of this year, he asked her for a divorce. Apparently, he had a girlfiend who happens to be a lawyer. Now, he continues to abuse her and make up stories about her family. They have joint custody, my daughter has custodial custody of her children. He lives in Ca. and is a cop. We live in N.Y., his girlfriend lives in N. Y. So, he comes here often to take the children. He continues to say and do horrible things to my daughter and our family. We have a lawyer in N.Y. and Ca. but ,it seems he can do and say anything he wants ,he is trying to defame our family. We need any type of help or guidance , we want our lives back. Gail Schuchman
Kerry Klisch said,
August 14, 2007 at 12:36 pm
Denise,
I have often wondered how you managed to overcome what has got to be a tremendous sense of guilt. As a woman who was battered I understand how you were unaware of Nicole’s abuse, but what do you tell yourself and others who have lost loved ones to abuse about how to handle the swell of emotion and inevitable guilt that comes in the aftermath? Thank you.
Katherine Ingram said,
August 14, 2007 at 2:33 pm
Denise,
How did you parents get over the loss of their daughter? Do they get along with OJ? Do you see the Sydney & Justin and how are they doing?
The day I heard of the murders of your beautiful sister and Ron, I have followed this saga up to present. I do believe OJ is guilty, and I’d like to think he has not experienced peace since that tragic night. My heart aches for Sydney and Justin.
But, I do have mixed emotions regarding the book. I would love to know what is going on in that sinister mind of OJ Simpson, and I know my curiosity gets the best of me. I have talked with many, many people and have often wondered how, what and why the logistics of this murder. If I bought this book, sometimes I feel that I would lower myself to Mr. Simpson’s standards, and the thought of that revolts me. BUT, again my curiosity has me thinking.
The financials of this book, I believe, should be equally divided by the Goldman and Brown family. Way back when was the time that Mr. Simpson was to pay $33.5 million. I believe this is the beginning of the payback. And payback is hell, right?
Hitting OJ Simpson financially hurts him more than his ego can bare…no money, no status.
I hope to hear from you regarding my questions, and I look forward to anything you share with us.
Thank you for keeping the memory of Nicole alive.
Katherine C. Ingram
Pat Dazis said,
August 14, 2007 at 9:45 pm
I would love to address the comment about how your parents “got over” Nichole’s death. I can answer that. They didn’t. You never do, you may learn to get through the day, but forever your life and all your decisions are colored by that horrible moment you hear the words. I know this because my 12 year old grandson was murdered in 2002 by his bio donor and his step monster. We got them in prison last year. Of course the bio donor was in jail from the moment Chris’ little body was discovered on the bedroom floor with a blanket tossed over him.
This is what I send to all my myspace contacts when I invite them to help me get an amendment to California’s Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting act to include Apartment managers. Perhaps when you get your show going you would like to help me get the attention we didn’t get when Chris died. Nothing like Mark Lunsford, Mark Klass or any of the other high profile cases got. Hell, while we were in trial we hardly got newpaper coverage because an attorney in a neighboring county was on trial for terrorizing his family using witch craft was a juicier story. Our case was the biggest in Sacramento county but we didn’t get much coverage. I don’t want it because I want to be famous but because I want Chris’ death to make a difference. He hated bullies. Then he is killed by the biggest bully around. Who Knew. I also know what a horrible thing it is to lose a sister to murder. My sister was murdered in 1984. I know you probably still see something you want to get for her. See something and say oh Nichole is going to love that…. oh yea…
I still do that with Mary and Chris even now, and I still start to call her. I still start to buy some new cool thing for Chris and have to stop myself. Get over it never. Because we were luckier than you were, we got our offenders into prison we know there is no closure. But there IS satisfaction.
Sorry about that book, WOW!! I was like “He didn’t!!” Well just remember what goes around comes around. We may not get to be there to see it but it does. Stay strong.
Anyway here is what I send out. Thanks For being there.
Hi,
My name is Pat. My 12 year old grandson Chris Cejas was murdered in Sacramento California by his biological donor and his step monster. It took us three and a half years to get these monsters into prison.
My new mission is to get the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act amended to include apartment managers. Even though they are in the private sector so are film processors who are mandated to report any images they may come across that could be child porn.
Chris was heard crying out way back in May of 2002, and the neighbor who heard this called CPS. I have learned the information from that caller gave CPS should have put the case on an emergency check, instead CPS came 9 days later. The caller only gave Chris’ first name no apartment number. CPS went to the manager who told them she didn’t know anyone named Chris in trouble at that address. Interestingly enough the apartment where Chris was injured so badly, he had hundreds of bruises and 74 major wounds (the judge at sentencing equated his injuries to a terrible car crash) was right next door to the manager! No way she didn’t hear anything since the upstairs neighbor did hear it. This neighbor, a parent herself continued to hear these sounds but thought “since CPS had investigated” it wasn’t as bad as it sounded. By August he was dead.
I have received mail from a Mr. Craig Pierini who is the manager of California’s Child Abuse Prevention Program, who says my idea is a good one. However since I live in North Carolina as does the bulk of Chris’ family I need the help and support of Californians.
If you check out my site please do not be put off by it’s dark nature. It shows my continuing rage at the tragic and painful way Chris died. I wish I the angels and the sparkles that so many sites have would be for me. But it isn’t. My family has been devastated by this horror.
If you think you want to help us, please come read the blog, you will have to read it from the bottom up to get the story in chronological order. If you want to send me a friend request you can be assured you will be approved. I think out of respect it should be your decision as to whether you want me as a friend.
Thank you
Pat
jill kimmel said,
August 15, 2007 at 12:59 am
Dear Denise,
You have always been a wonderful sister and inspiration to many who understand the tragedy and loss of a loved one.
I agree with you on telling people to ban the book the Fred Goldman is going to have published however is it true that you and your family asked for a portion of the books proceeds? Also so you know how much money the Goldman family will actually give to their foundation? I think it is horrible that they are releasing this terrible book and I will tell people daily that they should not contribute to this cause. I feel for the Goldman family but I think Fred must have really lost his marbles.
My heart goes out to you and your family.
Jill Kimmel
Nancy Scott said,
August 15, 2007 at 3:11 am
Hello,
My name is Nanct Scott, I live in Mn. Tomorrow is a Scary day for me. I went to trial over the 4th of July for 3 days. My husband has been in the county Jail since May 3rd, 07… I live in a very small community of about 400 people that know nothing about abuse believe me. I was very dissapointed in the verdict. He was charged on 5 counts of Felonys, and a probation violation, ( There is so much to write I would rather tell you about ) and was convicted of two felony’s and the probation violation. The Judge wrote and email to the DA saying he was vey dissapointed with the jury and if it was held in front of just him, He would have found him guilty of all charges.
I guess what I am saying is this…. I could write a BOOK!!!!!
I am 42 years old, I have 4 boys — I have been married twice, My first husband beat the heck out of me almost everyday. It was so bad I can’t even tell ya. I finnaly got out after being married almost 14 years, thn in 2001 I married again to a man who was in the sherieffs dept. for awhile, then quit and I met him at the correctional place we worked at. We became friends , then we became best friends, to the point that I told him everything about me. ( I learned later he used everything I told him about me AGAINST me!! ) He turned out to be the worst nightmsre a person could have.. He was so verbally and phisically abusive you have no idea! Right now I have very bad nightmares, and so does m son Blaise and Dakota who are 12 and 16…my oldest is 21 and is terrified of him for what he did to im at 18… But he hurt me prety bad on MArch 4th 07, I was in bed for over 3 months, and have 3 njections in my bac and am on pain medication everyday for my pain, I will have to have surgery on my back but am holding off as long as I can.. I cry, because the other day my son Blaise came in the bedroom to show me how he could get off the bed real easy without making a noise, I said that was cool blaise… Then he said, it’s so when dad or ( Greg ) comes back and tries to hurt you I can get off the bed without him hearing me to call the police…He should never have to do this everyday in his room thinking he is coming for me, although we ALL know e will,.I know tha I only have a short time left to live on this earth before he gets out of Jail. Then he will come after me and find me and kill me. So I do understand so much, I just know how much I am scared, and want to live, but I know I wont. That day on March 4th, it took over 2 hours to leave.. He would not let us go. Greg is very strong and lifts weights everyday, so it is hard to run.. And we also live about a half mile back in the woods so no one could hear me scream.. He put his hand over my mouth and dragged me back so I would not leave. He said he would kill me if I left…..he head butted me he hit me in the side of the head, then I told Blaise you know what to do. That meant call the policewhat i did not kow is e could not get a signal… I thought the whole time the police ( Sheriffs ) were comin.. They were not…. The whole time this was happening to me getting hit, Blaise was watching and crying.Then is our work building it has a cement floor, he hit me really bad, and I thought he broke my ear drum…..But what I found out -it was a police move to paralize me for awhile..Then I finnaly after awhile..got into the car and locked the doors. I rooled the window just a bit to yell through it to him, I told him if he did not open the garage dfoor, The door was coming down with the car…as I had, had it!! so I turned the car on and had it in reverse, one foot on the gas and the other on the break… I kept yelling at him to open it, and I started to count ..then all of a sudden just when I was going to take off— the door went up!I thought wow he opened the door thank god! Then I heard STOP — STOP!!!! It was Blaise..he said dad is under the back tire..I jumped out of the car, I could not believe it ,I said Greg get up.His face was black from the tire… So what I am saying we eventually got away… there is just too much to wrte…but the suffering he has put on us is horrible.. I told him a the trial.that Blaise saved hi life. And how could you have done that to a little boy? Can you imagine te trauma he would have suffered if he saw the tire drive over his head?and me…what about me too. I could not have lived with the fact that I killed someone… ( Greg broke don and cried ) Who cars though really– I am sorry to say that as I am not a vengeful person… But he hurt me and all of my boys….. I just cannot write it all.
You were just in MN and one of my advocates went to see you, I could not as I was in to much pain,. I am writing to you to tell you, if you need help… I kow I could help you too with ote people, I know I need time to heal, but please call me if yoiu like,. I don’t know where I will be as they want to put me underground….. but for now I will give you my cell phone number if you ever care to talk. It would be very nice if I could talk with you sometime,
I am sorry about your sister– I cried for days …
Take care–
Nancy
cell # 218-252-3449– don’t leave a message I don’t know how to retreive them Sorry! Also sorry if I misspelled alot of words
marydee said,
August 15, 2007 at 3:30 am
I am stunned that the Goldman’s would ever consider letting this book be published. I am stunned at the stupidity of OJ Simpson for even writing it. Perhaps it is his guilty conscience that made him do it. But what concerns me the most in all of this is that there are women who are murdered by someone they were married to or in a relationship with, everyday, all over the world. But it seems to be only the wealthy or semi famous who holler the loudest about the victims. The “everyday” people in this world attend the funeral, mourn the loss, and grieve privately, even set up private memorials of their loved ones in their homes. But they eventually move on with their lives. I am getting kind of tired, even angry, that the rich and semi famous find ways to use a tragedy such as this to become more wealthy and more famous. If you must speak to legislators for more money to support programs on domestic violence, then do it. If you feel the need to speak to schools, churches, government groups and communities, then do that too. But for goodness sake remember (and I mean no offense or to be callous and cold) that Nicole was known only because she was married to OJ. If murders like hers and Ron Goldman’s are continually in the news, then all domestic murders need to stay in the news even long after the trial of the perpetrator is over. Why should those victims families have to go through their loved ones murders again and again because the “famous” ones just can’t move on, or at least move on quietly. I’m sorry, but the Brown’s and the Goldman’s are no different than anyone else. Neither family was known world-wide until OJ came into your life. You give your power away to OJ Simpson everytime you react to another act of stupidity of his. Mr. Goldman – nothing you do is ever going to bring Ron back. You will never collect the debt owed you from OJ. Same for you Denise. No one can stop stupidity, it can only be delayed for a while. If OJ wants to be stupid in front of millions, let him. We all know what he’s about anyway. Find your peace in the memory of your loved ones and in the joy they brought to your life when they were here. Let God be the one to get justice for Nicole and Ron. HIS judgement of OJ will be much longer lasting. On a more personal note – my father died of colon cancer the same day as the murders. In my life and in my world – THAT is more important to me. Best wishes in your pursuits.
Dynette Taylor said,
August 15, 2007 at 4:09 am
Denise,
I think OJ is a piece of crap. The thought of this book makes me sick. What can I and my family and friends do to help with the boycott?
I would like to help in some way.
Dynette Taylor
Tess Hoff said,
August 15, 2007 at 7:12 am
Dear Denise,
I would like to send a note of protest directly to Fred Goldman regarding this horrific decision of his to go ahead and publish the book. However, I cannot locate any addresses, e-mail or otherwise. Do you have any suggestions about where I could possibly send my note of protest or if there would be another, more effective way of getting my voice heard?
My heart goes out to you in all that you are having to deal with now. I cannot fathom how he (Goldman) could make such a poor decision and I can only imagine how it must be for you to cope with this continueing madness.
Tess Hoff
P.S. This my note for Fred- it can be published anywhere, by anyone.
Dear Mr. Goldman,
I agreed, wholeheartedly, with your original efforts to stop O. J.’s book from being published and I was delighted when the publication was stopped. (Just the thought of that book being out there made me feel physically sick.) I thought I understood your feelings at that point in time and I have always felt great sympathy towards your family.
What I cannot understand, now, is WHY in the world YOU would think it’s a good idea to go ahead and publish this revolting piece of trash?
I understand that you haven’t received any of the judgement against O. J. – and I can fully understand your wanting to take every penny you can from him. But this is different. Frankly, to me, it looks like you have sold your soul to the devil.
O. J. is a morally bankrupt, cold-blooded killer who, unfortunately, still has delusional ‘fans’ out there. Don’t you think that when YOU publish this ‘guide to getting away with murder’ that there is a very high chance that some of his sicko fans or other morally decayed individuals will think that they can do it too? Don’t you realize that there will be those who will think it’s ‘cool’ to emulate him?
Do you want another family to go through what you have?
Mark my words: If you go through with this, it WILL bring pain and suffering to others. But this time, YOU will be responsible for the victims. And then, you will no longer be any better than O. J.
Please, reconsider.
Tess Hoff
betsy jo said,
August 15, 2007 at 11:51 am
Well myself as well as a million of others think you need to get over yourself and let this book get published as long as ALLLLLLLL the money goes to those kids and NOT your families!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Those children will be set for life as you guys already are! Unlike some of us out here that are truly struggling!
Katherine Ingram said,
August 15, 2007 at 3:21 pm
I feel the need to reply to Betsy Jo’s comment: How can you say the Brown and Goldman families are set for life? How do you know this? And what difference does it make? And get over yourself? Lady, I think you need to get over yourself and leave the anger to OJ.
Mary-Ann C. Dial said,
August 15, 2007 at 4:33 pm
Hi Denise -
I truly applaud your continued efforts on behalf of your sister, Nicole, as well as countless other women, men and children, who are victims of domestic abuse. Watching you on the Today Show this morning, with your voice cracking, the passion and distress you feel over this issue was clearly evident. When your interview was over, I immediately located your web-site, signed the petition and forwarded the address to everyone in my address book, I hope it helps.
BTW, about a year ago my son was introduced to Nicole’s killer in a South Beach, FL night spot. My son made a remark to the killer, that “gee, my Mom used to really like you” to which the killer replied, “oh, what happened?”. When it comes to balls, the Jolly Green Giant has NOTHING on this guy!!
Keep the faith Denise, God will have the final judgement!
Helen Rivera said,
August 15, 2007 at 4:39 pm
Dear Denise,
I saw your interview with the new publisher. I am really upset about this book being published. You are right, this is a manual for murder and how this man flaunts his victory over justice. There should be a book on how this man has traumatized billions of domestic violence victims and how he rubs it in their faces, encouraging other abusers/criminals to do evil acts towards the ones they pretend to love and smile with glee when finished with the act – whether they recieve just punishment or not. You mentioned copycat murders, where is the voice of the victim? Unfortunately, the media can glorify and maintain interest in a public figure who commits crimes but they cannot maintain public interest and support for non-celebrity victims of these crimes. Victims and their stories fade away over time, people forget the pain and suffering the victims endured and in this case, the murderer re-murders Nicole and Ron at every opportunity for his own shear pleasure as well as cashing in on enjoyment of tramatizing his victims and their families as well as the blood thirstiness of his audience.
I am really proud of you for your passion, love and tireless support of your sister and her two living children. I have two sisters and would go to the ends of the earth if something happened to them as well. You are a living angel. I feel deeply for Sidney and Justin that they have to relive the pain and suffering at the loss of their mother and the embarrassment and shame of their biological father. I only wish I had received the email petition to block this book.
Sincerely,
Helen
Abused said,
August 15, 2007 at 5:49 pm
If the man was guilty, he would have been found guilty. I come from an abusive marriage of over 25 years and I know the in’s and out’s. Obviously, your sister was messing around and as for getting half for OJ’s book – oh please! Everything has been taken away from him already. I can see where you and your family want to be vindictive. No one MADE Nicole stay with him – she obviously was very stupid as I was. But her incentive was the money he brought in. No, death is not easy – and again – if OJ was guilty – he would be in jail. Leave the man alone – haven’t YOU done enough damage? Your sister wanted the money and she had it. Now you are taking her place. I commend you for helping people – God Bless. Someone has too. I wish I had mentors, I wish I had spoken about what I was going through – but I never did. I stayed in the marriage because marriage is supposed to be forever, right?
I have wasted many years putting up with lies, manipulations, controlling issues etc.
There is absolutely no excuse for abuse – none. I don’t remember reading if this was a consistent issue. But then….
if you know the answer to that – then why did you not pull her out of there?
You and family are just as at fault as those involved. So get off your high-horse and leave the ruined man alone already. It’s old, older than the hills.
Looking for money for the book? Wow, if that isn’t backtracking. So I guess OJ is good for something…money. Hmmmmm.
abusednomore said,
August 15, 2007 at 5:50 pm
If the man was guilty, he would have been found guilty. I come from an abusive marriage of over 25 years and I know the in’s and out’s. Obviously, your sister was messing around and as for getting half for OJ’s book – oh please! Everything has been taken away from him already. I can see where you and your family want to be vindictive. No one MADE Nicole stay with him – she obviously was very stupid as I was. But her incentive was the money he brought in. No, death is not easy – and again – if OJ was guilty – he would be in jail. Leave the man alone – haven’t YOU done enough damage? Your sister wanted the money and she had it. Now you are taking her place. I commend you for helping people – God Bless. Someone has too. I wish I had mentors, I wish I had spoken about what I was going through – but I never did. I stayed in the marriage because marriage is supposed to be forever, right?
I have wasted many years putting up with lies, manipulations, controlling issues etc.
There is absolutely no excuse for abuse – none. I don’t remember reading if this was a consistent issue. But then….
if you know the answer to that – then why did you not pull her out of there?
You and family are just as at fault as those involved. So get off your high-horse and leave the ruined man alone already. It’s old, older than the hills.
Looking for money for the book? Wow, if that isn’t backtracking. So I guess OJ is good for something…money. Hmmmmm.
abusednomore said,
August 15, 2007 at 6:02 pm
In response to Katherine Ingram,
If you have never been abused, okay, I can see where your martyr comments are coming from. How many years ago did this happen already? How long is this vendetta is going to drag out? Personally, I am so sick and tired of hearing the other side whining. Again, if the man was indeed guilty – why is he not in jail?
You can darn well bet that Nicole’s family is loaded. I’m sure they got every penny they could squeeze out of OJ.
No, I don’t know – and I don’t care. I am not a fan of OJ’s at all, but I AM sick and tired of hearing about their vendetta’s.
No one was there for me money-wise or anything when I was getting abused. I was stupid.
Abuse to Nicole – well, gee, she stuck around for the money. Duh. That’s a no-brainer.
I guess I am just so sick and tired of people who have money can abuse a subject so much. If Nicole’s family did not have money – how is it that they get all this “information” out everywhere.
I sure can’t – and I was abused quite often. Go to a shelter, let’s ask these women (or men) if they can be as newsworthy as Nicole’s family.
The reality here is – an abused person needs to learn to go on with life. Re-adjust herself, gain confidence, re-build her entire life – period. Many of us are homeless – so where’s our help?
Katherine – you need to spread yourself out and do some volunteer work at shelters etc. You need to open your eyes to reality, see the real thing, the real lives of abused people and not play martyr on someone else’s account.
Dave said,
August 15, 2007 at 7:14 pm
Hi Denise,
I greatly admire your work. I had a few questions.
Are you married? Do you have kids? How often do you lift to keep your arms so toned?
Michell Monroe said,
August 15, 2007 at 7:14 pm
How sad, how despicable, how disgusting that the Goldman’s would even consider publishing this book. It was wrong when OJ was going to publish it. IT IS STILL WRONG, even if it is the Goldman’s. Anyone who was alive at the time of the murders knows what happened, saw the trial, saw the photos, and heard the gruesome details. It is heartbreaking that our society feeds on sensationalism and other people’s misery as pure entertainment. It is more heartbreaking that the Goldman’s would be part of it. This book IS OJ’s confession and because he cannot be legally prosecuted a second time, the book is a slap in the face, an added injury to his own children and the rest of the victims families. The money received from the publication of this book will be tainted and will be blood money. The dirty money will not help heal the children or their families, it will not bring back or truly celebrate the lives lost. I beg the Goldman’s to not publish this book and I beg the public to not support it.
On a side note to Betsy Jo, your comment sounds more like you are looking for some sort of sympathetic hand out. No one needs to get over anything except for you. When you grow up and get over your own jealousy and greed you will realize that money is nothing.
God Bless,
Michell Monroe
Vikki said,
August 15, 2007 at 8:50 pm
Since you asked…. here’s a question that I have always wanted to know the answer to. I assume (though I may be wrong) that OJ and Nicole’s children believe that OJ is innocent. Does that affect your family’s relationship with the children? How is your family’s relationship with the children?
Thank you for the opportunity to ask this question!
Audrey Orphanos said,
August 15, 2007 at 9:52 pm
I will not buy this book.
It is unfortunate that the Brown family is now wishing seeking publication and release of this book in order to collect the money the court awarded for punitive damages.
In fact, this is where I believe the court is pathetic, for it fails to seek remedies that actually work. The judge should order, and demand – that OJ – receive just enough money to survive, while being forced to make resitution by selling ALL of his property. ALL of his property, that is . . . no golfing memberships. Is there not any lawyer out there who can bring this issue to court?
The issue is: Can’t the court demand to receive and make good on all punitive damages for these claimants, by having OJ liquidate all of his property? Why has this not been done? Why is OJ still living in an exclusive neighborhood? Why is this allowed? What an incredible wrong.
Continue the great work about raising consciousness about those who suffer silently each day.
My Best
Mary Stringer said,
August 15, 2007 at 10:22 pm
Dear Denise,
I agree the children have been through enoug!! However, I would like to see the book published and everyone that purchases the book have a big bon-fire and burns everyone. Don’t dare read the book, just burn it.
Mary
Mary Schmidt said,
August 15, 2007 at 10:27 pm
Dear Denise,
I support you and respect the work you are doing. It must have been very hard for you to have seen Nicole, through the years, being abused by the sorry excuse for a man, OJ Simpson. Then to deal with her brutal murder and see that pathetic excuse for a human being walk free with a smirk on his face. I think the work you are doing helps many people and I hope the book does not get published. I do not understand how Fred Goldman could want it published. Keep on going Denise because you do so much good in the name of your sister Nicole. I wish I was half as strong of a woman as you are. Thank you.
Sharon said,
August 15, 2007 at 10:56 pm
Hi Denise,
I have followed this case from the moment it was public and I cried for hours when the verdict was read. My heart breaks for all of you. I have two questions that I would love to have the answers to, and I hope they are not too personal. First, now that Sydney & Justin are of age, do you know if they have read the trial transcripts, etc.? I’m sure they are in a real tough position, but I wonder if they believe, based on the facts, that their Dad is guilty of murdering their Mother? Secondly, I watched all of the T.V. interviews the Brown family did during the trial. You all seemed to be so close. Since the trial I can’t help but notice that Dominique seems to have vanished. I’ve seen interviews with you and Tanya and some with your parents, but I haven’t seen Dominique or heard her name mentioned by any of you in such a long time. Again, forgive my personal intrusion, but I am really curious about her absence. Is she okay? Are you willing to comment? Thank you and may our Lord, Jesus, continue to bless you.
marilyn said,
August 15, 2007 at 11:37 pm
Denise,
i won’t waste your time or mine,but I will buy this book and not because of your ex-brother-in-law,but because I think any amount of money Fred Goldman gets is an in your face type of deal.
Your niece and nephew live with this monster and I’m sure they get whatever they want,but they choose to live with him,so I can’t say their Mother meant that much to them.I felt extremely sorry for them when this murder happened,but they continue living with this monster when they surely know he killed their Mother.Even his oldest daughter was involved in his shady dealings on trying to get this book published.That’s says alot about their character.I wrote Fox,when the book,O.J was going to do,and I was outraged,but if Fred Goldman can reap a dime to show him and his family that in your face goal,I will buy this book,and we all know it’s true.
marilyn said,
August 15, 2007 at 11:38 pm
marilyn said,
August 15, 2007 at 11:37 pm
Denise,
i won’t waste your time or mine,but I will buy this book and not because of your ex-brother-in-law,but because I think any amount of money Fred Goldman gets is an in your face type of deal.
Your niece and nephew live with this monster and I’m sure they get whatever they want,but they choose to live with him,so I can’t say their Mother meant that much to them.I felt extremely sorry for them when this murder happened,but they continue living with this monster when they surely know he killed their Mother.Even his oldest daughter was involved in his shady dealings on trying to get this book published.That’s says alot about their character.I wrote Fox,when the book,O.J was going to do,and I was outraged,but if Fred Goldman can reap a dime to show him and his family that in your face goal,I will buy this book,and we all know it’s true.
Anthony Turner said,
August 16, 2007 at 12:22 am
Denise,
I agree with you 100% that this book “If I Did It” (or whatever the title will be) should never be published. The proposed publication has nothing to do with achieving justice or setting the record straight. The evidence is already in the public record. Only a few would ever doubt that OJ committed the murders. Then, what are the issues in this books’ publication?
For the Goldmans, the publication is not going to set their minds and hearts to rest. It will only maintain the cancerous sore longer. Perhaps they are seeking further and continued public damnation of OJ, this time in his own words. Perhaps there will be some satisfaction for them in OJ knowing he will not profit from his deeds and that, furthermore, the profits will go to the victims families. I feel, though, you have to set this against the bigger picture and especially the Simpson children who are very much the continuing victims.
As far as society, a publication would only mean a continuing soap opera, distraction and fascination. The Goldmans should consider whether that further demeaning of their pain and suffering is worth it.
The healing process for your family and the Goldmans is long and perhaps not achieveable but, I agree with you, it is not served by further public scrutiny. I wish you the best, one human being to another.
Anthony
M. D. Schmitz said,
August 16, 2007 at 12:28 am
If OJ didn’t do it, is the search on for the murderers?
Maggie DeLeon said,
August 16, 2007 at 12:37 am
Dear Denise,
I have signed your Petition. This sociopathic narcissist who murdered your sister should not be given this sort of attention. I hate to see this cause rift between you and the Goldmans as you have all gone through enough pain. I wish they would NOT publish this but go out and speak instead. It is a sick book and should be destroyed. Keep up your campaign.
Marc Stockwell-Moniz said,
August 16, 2007 at 12:55 am
Dear Denise,
First, God bless you for helping some of the most needy in our society, the women and children of domestic abuse.
Our nation needs to get back to Judeo-Christian roots or any Godly roots for that matter. And then perhaps we will see a dramatic drop in this type of crime which often goes un-reported.
No question, only words of encouragement for you. Keep up the good work. It was smart of you to get on national television to try to stop, once again, this vile book.
I wish you all the luck in the world.
Respectfully,
Marc Stockwell-Moniz
Gentleman’s Respect Club
Men With Respect For Women, Children and Each Other.
Founder
Denis McKeown said,
August 16, 2007 at 12:59 am
Dear Denise:
Rupert Murdoch’s dollars went to OJ Simpson for the book and those dollars are still his. The agent/originator–a woman–has lost her publishing entity, but was still paid for dreaming up this tome — considering a publishing ‘coup’!! — and will survive to become the publishing industry’s Paris Hilton.
I think the Goldman’s are publishing the book, one, because OJ Simpson will not have access to the millions in profit, two, because it is basically a confession, no matter how moderately phrased by the agent/editor/author (all of whom have been well-paid already) and, three, they can put the money away in an account for their daughter’s children safely.
And, of course, Bill O’Reilly, inheritor of the mantle of Rupert Murdoch’s “news show”, A CURRENT AFFAIR, swiped from Australian television, laments the publication of the book along with you on his heinous television one-man talkathon, “The O’Reilly Factor”, where he verbally abuses his guests and pretends a place in objective journalism–’fair and balanced’, indeed1 Invite me on your upcoming talk show, we’ll watch tapes of “A Current Affair” and toast Bill O’Reilly’s integrity as a Journalist together. The OJ Book is akin to the porn film made by a married couple, swiped by their video-store rental agent, and eventually aired on Murdoch’s A CURRENT AFFAIR (at a big-buck payment) as sleaze journalism.
my lament for the coninually pain your family bears for a lost daughter, and you a sister. God bless you all.
Denis McKeown
Terrie L. Whitley said,
August 16, 2007 at 1:23 am
Denise,
I just want to let you know how grateful I am to you and the work that you have done in memory of your sister. When I was 19, I met an older man who’d been married before. I soon found myself in a physically, mentally, and emotionally abusive marriage that would last 19 years and create two beautiful sons. When your sister’s murder took place, I was stunned to find out that other women actually experienced the same thing. I was horrified to see that my fears could really come true…that the position I found myself in could actually end in my death.
During the duration of my marriage, I never forgot your sister. I thought of her often and quietly mourned her loss. In October of last year, I finally got the courage to do something for myself and my children. We fled and went into hiding, allowing me to get documentation of the abuse so that when we did come out of hiding and began the process of divorce, there would be evidence of the abuse in case I turned up missing or dead.
The marriage has now ended (it was final on July 24th) and I look at making it out of the whole mess alive as a second chance at life. I wish, daily, that Nicole had had that second chance, too. Please know that because of her death, a dark “family” secret has been told. Domestic Violence is no longer something that people do not talk about, and it’s no longer accepted behavior. Thank you for all you’ve done to help make it that way. I know that she is smiling down on you and your family. She did not die in vain.
I cannot imagine why the Goldmans would want to have that book published. It does nothing to honor their son, all it does is attempt to turn back the clock and make OJ’s actions seem acceptable again. I don’t know how they can look themselves in the mirror. They should be using their son’s death to make things better for victims of violence, not just harbor the anger they have as the result of that violence. Nothing will bring those two precious lives back, but you have already proven that how their families handle the loss and what is done in their memories can keep both of them from dying in vain.
Wally Sept said,
August 16, 2007 at 1:40 am
Denise, are your niece and nephew (the children of Nicole) in frequent contact with you? Hopefully you have a solid relationship with them…..It would seem to compound the tragedy if they were NOT close to you. How about your mom and dad? Do they see them? I can only shake my head because I cannot even imagine the hurt that you must all feel on a daily basis…..
Sharon Nichols said,
August 16, 2007 at 1:47 am
Denise,
I just signed your petition after watching you on Bill O’Reilly. I, once again, wanted to tell you that I would love to help you in your cause. I, also, live in Dana Point. What I didn’t tell you before was that I was constantly abused and almost killed by my former husband when I lived in Laguna Beach. It was a horrible cycle that lasted too long. It was very similar to Nicole and O.J. It took me five years to realize that I was truly in a life/death situation. I still don’t know why I let it go on so long, but I did.
I don’t work and I have plenty of time to give you a hand (if you ever need it).
Sincerely,
Sharon Nichols
949-388-1802
Anyway, my number is 949-388-1802
Kiwi Scott said,
August 16, 2007 at 2:02 am
I agree with Tess Hoff and think the Goldmans should be bombarded with emails to stop this greedy madness. Fred and Kim have said numerous times there will never be closure. They also stated they brought the civil suit “NOT for money but they wanted a jury to find oj guilty.” I didn’t see much logic in that at the time and still don’t. This is clearly about money. They are stuck in 1994 and want to paid for it.
I think it is very very sad OJ would do this to his children, but if it is to be published it is actually more palatable if published by OJ in terms of his children. They have something to hold on to and something from which to rationalize. Daddy did it for money, Daddy wrote it to prove he couldn’t have done it, whatever they need to grasp onto to keep their sanity. And they are going to need it to survive! For the Goldmans to publish and add their own editorial comments will be the equivalent of OJ getting in their face and screaming he butchered their mother. This selfish action by Fred and Kim is what could break the dam and forever destroy two more innocent lives.
NOTE TO BETSY JO: Mr. Brown has a fiduciary responsibility as trustee of Nicole’s estate and her beneficiaries, ie Sydney and Justin, to seek a portion of any monies the Goldmans make or try to get from OJ. The Brown family themselves derive no monetary benefit. The only people seeking to make money are Fred and Kim Goldman. Blood money that is, just as they did with their book years ago. Another flipflop on their part!
Cindy Weiand said,
August 16, 2007 at 2:30 am
Actually, I grew up in San Clemente and I believe my mother worked for your parents in Monarch Bay. I remember hearing about you and Nicole during high school, but I never knew what you did to support yourself and your child? Did you ever have a career? If so, please share it with us and put a little “personal” touch on your blog.
BJ Maryland said,
August 16, 2007 at 2:48 am
Denise, please post on your home page some other things that we might do do help stop the publishing of the book. Can you provide email addresses or websites for the publisher? Tey should be bombarded with protests directly, in addition to the petition.
Also, is FOX still thinking of doing something on-air related to the book?
Here are few of my plans, as noted when I signed the petition:
I will not buy the book.
I will not buy anything from the publisher.
I will give negative online reviews to everything the publisher puts out.
If FOX broadcasts anything related to the book, I will boycott every product from every advertiser they have.
What else can we do to help?.
Kerry Mynter said,
August 16, 2007 at 3:09 am
Denise, I like your commitment and conviction to this cause. My comment is that domestic violence can go both ways. I don’t mean this directed in any way other than to open up that we need to be aware of all who are involved. Keep up the good work.
tony said,
August 16, 2007 at 3:32 am
listen ur doin the same thing for chargin for your time speakin an now the tv show come on denise i think it time to let it go an so u no im totally on ur side of this issure i dont think nicole wood want u let it take over ur life
tony said,
August 16, 2007 at 3:33 am
pls send me ur responce so i no if u will take my comment to heart
Kim P. said,
August 16, 2007 at 3:39 am
Dear Denise…
This book should not have ever been even a thought in someone’s mind!!!
I hope you have peace today.
blessings to you..
Kim
Sandie said,
August 16, 2007 at 3:48 am
Wow. Fred Goldman has considered a price for his flesh and blood, and he has sold his son to the highest bidder. I am sorry for your pain Denise, it must be horrific. But you have the strength to raise hell about this and please continue. I am so sickened that people will buy this book. I am so sickened that integrity and doing the right thing is just gone in this world. Fred Goldman, you will be in the very same class of trash as OJ is, make no mistake. I really want to know how he justifies this. Money will not buy you sleep, Fred.
Rock On Denise, you are an inspiration for women who need to hear you.
Kathy said,
August 16, 2007 at 9:15 am
Thank you Denise for using your platform to stand up for women and children effected by domestic violence!
After all this time this is a very heated and emotional topic.
I was abused by my first husband (we were married for 7 years) and I lived in fear almost everyday for 3 of them.
I had three young children at the time of our divorce.(Which was around the same time as Nicole and Ron’s murders.)
I say this because I can actually relate.
Abuse, Fear and Violence reaches all demographics.
Let’s put this in perspective:
An evil man killed the mother of his children and someone else!!
AND WALKED!!!
He didn’t care about his children then and this book deal shows he doesn’t care about them now !!!
Now he wants the public to spend hard earned money to read his book about it?
REVOLTING!!!!
I don’t care if it’s OJ or Joe Shmoe, It’s just WRONG!!!
Come on folks, what’s happened to the moral compass of this country?
The bottom line; no book, no way, no how !!!!
Hilde said,
August 16, 2007 at 11:28 am
Denise, I strongly disagree with your disagreement with Mr. Goldman. Your parents have grandchildren by Nicole, Mr. Goldman will never, because of your sister’s ex husband, have grandchildren from Ron. I think the money SHOULD go to the Goldmans for the grandchildren they DO have. You keep saying the CHILDREN (Nicole and O.J.’s children) should be protected. Well, their father WROTE the book!! Their FATHER killed their mother and Ron Goldman. You honestly think they don’t know that? The Goldmans should finally get some of what they were awarded in the civil trial so long ago. Besides, I didn’t see you doing all that much in the civil trial, that was pretty much the Goldmans who handled the civil suit, you Browns seemed so afraid of doing anything to alienate O.J. after the unbelieveably stupid verdict by the unbelievably stupid jury in the criminal trial. So why oh why would anyone think Sydney and Justin should get everything? I am sure they will be well provided for with their father’s estate. I think the Goldmans should get everything. The Goldmans were ever so much more innocent in all this, their son hadn’t been abused and they did little about it, their son just happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. He didn’t even know his killer, whereas Nicole had stayed with him for a long time. If I were the Goldmans, I would be EXTREMELY bitter. Your grief while justified seems so self-centered in this particular case.
Adam R Burnieika Sr said,
August 16, 2007 at 2:55 pm
Dear Denise I watched you on BOR show last night and signed the petition before the show was over. You if I can say it are a rare Dimond it this age who will give the kids what they need out of her own pocket and not looking for money from another source. I will remember you and your family in my prayers, God Bless. Adam
JW said,
August 17, 2007 at 1:39 am
With respect to Katherine’s desire to know what is in the book…don’t buy it. IF it IS published…go to the bookstore … find a cozy chair and read what you must…put it back on the bookshelf…and LEAVE!!!!
JW said,
August 17, 2007 at 1:46 am
Does anyone know if Fred is still married to Patty? I haven’t seen her hanging on him in any of these interviews and have heard nothing about her. Does anyone know?
If Fred follows through with this publication and collects $ over his son’s blood he is as bad as OJ….”reap what you sow”.
Fred seems so ballistic that I have wondered if he is an abuser himself. Patty is his 3rd wife so just asking.
Deyanne G said,
August 17, 2007 at 7:25 pm
Unreal. Trash wrote the killing manual and trash will publish it and trash will buy it. I can’t help but want to write a book with nitwit (OJ) as the lead character who gets murdered and the author gets away with it. I wouldn’t of course, unlike nitwit I would consider there are children involved. I wish you the best . Deyanne, West Chicago, IL
Denise said,
August 17, 2007 at 8:47 pm
Hi All,
I thank you all for your comments. There are several questions on how you get over something like this and the truth is, You never get over it. You learn to live with it. The hardest part for me is not talking to Nicole. Telling her how much I love her and being able to see her smiling face. She was such a great friend, loving and devoted mother someone who would give you the shirt off her back. I believe also that our belief in God helped me through this as well. When this first happened I cursed him for taking my sister. A minister came to our house and he told me “This is not God’s doing, This is the Evil of Man.” and as soon as he spoke those words I was OK.
I also want to address Betsy Jo’s comment. The Brown family get’s NO money. The Brown’s are not involved in the civil judgement. It’s the ESTATE OF NICOLE ON BEHALF OF SYDNEY AND JUSTIN. My father Lou is the Executor of the estate and doesn’t get a penny. Betsy Jo how is it that you know anything about our financial situation. I’ve never met you or talked to you about it. How do you know that we’re not struggleing like you. Just because you see me on TV? Those shows don’t pay me to be on them. I believe in the cause. Domestic Violence. I believe that this book should never see the light of day. I believe anyone who is abusive to any one person, child or animal should be fried.
Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts and you can reach me at denise@denisebrown.com I cannot contact you since no emails are published so you need to contact me. Thanks Denise Brown
Alison said,
August 17, 2007 at 9:25 pm
Denise,
Is it true that your family sold copies of Nicole and OJ’s wedding video during his trial?
Becky D'Alessio said,
August 17, 2007 at 10:08 pm
I think OJ is a disgrace to the country. Anyone who still supports that man, financially, morally, or otherwise should be ashamed. To me, that is like supporting murder. That pathic smile of his is enough to make my stomach turn. The fact he was found not guilty truly shows the power of influence the legal system allows. Money, a good (talking) lawyer,ddrama and fame on TV can buy anything. I don’t know how he can live with himself and continue to act as if he did nothing for all these years. We should be ashamed as Americans that such a man was not found guilty. He is a deceiving, lying and thoughtless person where prison is the only place fit for him, not even death is right for him now. Slow and tortueous mental punishment until he dies, alone! How a man can hug and laugh with his children knowing he killed their mother and his mother’s friend is beyond anything I can comprehend. If his new book is published, he truly is guilty of these awful crimes. How foolish he must think people are not to know this is his way of confessing his sins and freeing him of guilt in a very preverted way.
I am disgusted with everything about him. I wish his kids were never allowed to be with him. The fact he has such influence over these kids at such an influencial age, is only brainwashing them. Just think how they will feel when they read all the coverage and books on the murder, plus their own father’s confessional book. Someday they may have to let him go when they realize what a miserable and selfish murderer he really was and how many people just wanted him dead.
Alice Monaghan said,
August 18, 2007 at 11:28 pm
I first met the Brown family during the Simpson trial. I was a volunteer for the NBCF and personally observed their dedication to helping those affected by the ongoing plague of domestic violence. The organization raised money for countless shelters all over the country and brought the issues of DV to the forefront. Prior to their efforts to end this plague, DV was pretty much a hidden secret that was never talked about and the laws seemed to overlook. This family was scrutinized, lied about and raked over the coals yet, their love for their beloved daughter/sister, Nicole, who died in such a horrific way, did not deter this family from helping to end the cycle of violence. When Justin and Sydney were residing in Dana Point with their Grandparents, the Browns continued to maintain some semblance of normalcy considering their Mother’s death and their Father being institutionalized. The children were happy, healthy and were truly loved and cared for by their Mother’s family. I know this family and will always applaud their dedication to those families whose lives have been changed due to the help and education they have received solely due to the Brown’s ongoing efforts to ending the violence. Although I no longer reside in Dana Point, I hold a special place in my heart for this family and will always keep a candle burning for Nicole and Ron and all those that have been affected by any type of violence.
Keep up the good work Denise and always know you have my never ending support.
With much Aloha,
Alice Monaghan
Princeville, Hawaii
Nancy Scott said,
August 19, 2007 at 3:15 am
Hi Denise,
Well just a shout back Thanking you for being strong and going through what you feel is right and many other people do too.. Your sister is a;ways with you , like the wonderful memories you have about her and your family have about her that can never be taken from you, ever!
I do want to say I am surprised to read some of these comments on here. I will be the first to say, don’t ever Judge anyone. but don’t talk on here or anywhere for that fact about abuse like you know what it is…..” unless you have walked in it or lived through it.” I don’t care if you were verbally abused or physically or both— it is all bad. your life stops…. You wonder, am I the only one who is living this horrible nightmare? But your NOT. There is help out there. I know it is hard to leave, trust me.. I lost almost 20 years of my life to abuse, and I am not healed yet, but do know there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I can tell you it might take you 8-10 times before you have had enough! And you finally leave. Some people don’t understand why people stay… Lot’s of reasons.. (they control the money, you have no car, he does, you have no phone, he does, He times you when you go to the store, he tells you when you can go to sleep, or get in bed, when you can watch T.V., You can’t have any friends, when you go places, like the doctor,church,or therapy he sits right next to you knowing YOU will NEVER say a thing…. And YOU WONT! I know…) There are just too may things to write.. But the people on here , not all and you know who you are, I can’t believe some of the things I read??? This is how I can put it.. My dad died when I was 15, and I remember people coming up to me saying I am so sorry for your loss, and I know exactly how you feel… Now how do you know how I feel? You don’t, you can’t this is my feeling’s only.. not yours yo have No idea the pain I am going through unless you have went through it. So the people on here that say things about abuse, that are negative… I have to wonder if they have ever been abused? If not, you should read up on it, but don’t judge, There is only one person that can do that!
Denise again, Thanks for helping women like me.. I have along way to go before I am better, as my husband in his mind thinks we are happy and if everyone would just leave us alone, we would be fine. He is planning on returning here when he gets out of jail in Dec…. How scary is that..
If ever anyone on here needs to talk please email me! I would be happy to listen..
Well take care–
Nancy Scott
Todd Brazier said,
August 19, 2007 at 8:53 am
Why don’t you leave Fred Goldman alone? You are talking about porn on your video post yet you have the Nicole’s foundation bash at the Playboy mansion. Quite possibly you are a bigger hypocrite.
Rick Douglass said,
August 20, 2007 at 10:52 pm
Denise,
I think your talk show will be awesome, I also believe in your mission to bring awareness and change with regards to the conduct that destroys families and lives. My book came out last week and we are on the same page (no pun intended).
No one understands better than you the impact of domestic violence. My project is called Broken Families Broken Homes… this book outlines in great detail the hypocrisy of the ‘family values’ political platforms. Hiding behind gay marriage and abortion is not conducive to repairing the ills we are facing in our society with regards to crime and violence.
I am proposing an unneeded bureaucracy (pick any one of a dozen) be retrofit to promote and educate the American public with regards to the devastating effects of anger and other behaviors that lead to dissolution and often times violence. If we can generate a 12 billion dollar tax stream off cigarettes then we can generate a revenue stream to educate the American public and to provide support for single mothers left alone or battered after a bitter dissolution. I offer several ways to accomplish this in the book.
Rick Douglass
http://www.brokenfamiliesbook.com
Kee Kee said,
August 21, 2007 at 6:27 pm
Denise,
You are the ultimate hypocrite. You yourself filed an 11th hour plea to the court to benefit from the profits of “If I did It”. The judge unilaterally turned you down. Now that the court will not let you collect on the book’s proceeds you are calling the Goldmans hypocrites. Yet, if that judge granted your request, you would be supporting the book’s publication. Seriously, the public is getting whiplash with you changing your stance every other day. Consistency is the key to gaining respect. The Goldmans have that. You don’t.
Ron said,
August 24, 2007 at 3:35 am
Dear Denise
I totally agree with your campaign to end domestic violence. My daughter was
married to a very nice guy, when he was sober. She did divorace him.
There is no reason or purpose for doomestic violence. Anger is normal.
Disagreement is normal. Taking it out in violence is abnormal. My advice
is to leave at the first sign, and nnot to return till the violator has counseling
and anger management counseling.
I have found that there is a pattern which is very consistant. First is the
act with tearful apology. More acts and no apology. More acts with blaming
the injured perdon. It can result in the tragic death of your sister.
Keep up the good work, and your are in my prayers.
Ron
Nancy Scott said,
August 25, 2007 at 5:09 am
Hello,
To anyone who has read my emails on here, I forgot to leave my email if you need to get ahold of me…Sorry, So if anyone would like to talk to me or ask me any questions.. please contact me anytime.
Again Denise, your a wonderful women! And I am glad about Barnes and Noble!Congrats Denise!Keep up the good work..
Nancy
justnancy65@yahoo.com
Stephen said,
August 29, 2007 at 6:55 am
If you think about it, there are so many people who have already unjustly profited from this horrific crime. Yet none of these people are ostracized (as they so justly deserve). Before getting too worked up about Fred Goldman, please consider these groups who have already profited without any consequence:
1) The lawyers: Johnnie Cochran, Robert Shapiro, Kardashian, F. Lee Bailey and the rest- these people have used their fame to make millions. They all know OJ was guilty and yet chose to associate their name with this case. Now, many people think these are brilliant, honorable advocates. Robert Shapiro is even on a lawyer commerical on cable TV. Chris Darden tried to become an actor. Why do we love to watch and admire them? I am hopeful that history will record that these were selfish, greedy, fame-hungry people and not good lawyers or people.
2) The jurors: They wrote books (none of which really sold) and now live in fame in their communities as the people who got OJ off. Sadly, I’m sure this carries a lot of street credibility. I wonder how they teach their children and grandchildren right from wrong. Maybe one day they will each admit the true reasons for why they voted to acquit (even if just to themselves).
3) Media: This case gets ratings. It always will. Ratings equal sponsors. Sponsors equal dollars. Dollars equals revenues and profits. Ratings also equal exposure – sure hasn’t hurt Greta van Sustern’s career. This story will go on for decades if not generations.
I’m not saying I entirely agree with Fred’s logic in publishing the book, however, I think we (society) should look down upon any group or individual who personally profits (via celebrity especially) from this crime. Sadly, in today’s day and age, a Bel Air mansion is worth more than your reputation, as you really can’t hear attacks on your integrity from behind a security fence or in a $100,000 SUV.
Bea said,
August 31, 2007 at 1:42 am
Shame on Betty Jo for her hateful and judgemental comments towards Denise and the Brown family! I have a few words for you Betty Jo:
“God isn’t on vacation, you are not in charge, and judge not, lest YE be judged!” ‘Nuff said.
God Bless you and your family Denise!
Bea
Mallorie Krul said,
September 5, 2007 at 10:44 pm
Dear Ms Brown,
I am a freshman in college. In my speech class, I have to do a speech on a public speaker. I chose you. Fortunately, I have never been abused. I believe the work you do is very important. I have been unsuccessful in finding a written copy or video of a speech you have given online. Can you point me in the right direction? I would really appreciate it.
Thank you.
Mallorie K
Sabryn said,
September 10, 2007 at 2:38 am
Hi Denise,
My question is, how is your sister Dominique and her son doing? And are your parents doing okay?
Barb Thompson said,
September 14, 2007 at 3:49 pm
My daughter was murdered in 1998 – the result of domestic violence. In her case also, the Law Enforcement Agency made bad mistakes at the crime scene and then lied and covered up to the point we have been unable to get any action. Over the last 10 years we have provided that Sheriff’s Dept. with positive evidence of homicide and One of the leading and most respected Homicide Investigators, Vernon Geberth (Practical Homicie) has determined homicide. As has a leading Forensice Statement Analysis Expert, Gary Ashenbaugh. We have had media attention but not enough. Washington State does not allow the parents of an adult child the right to civil action for wrongful death. Only the executor has that right and the husband destroyed her will, leaving him, the suspect, the executor. This needs to be changed in our state. More important I need help to bring the person(s) responsible for my daughter’s death to justice and to expose the cover-up and hold those in the law enforcement community responsible. Please take time to visit her website at http://www.justiceforronda.com.
Dolores Rhinesmith said,
September 14, 2007 at 9:29 pm
Dear Ms. Brown,
I admired your appearance on Oprah! As a survivor of domestic violence myself, I would like to do something to bring awareness to women who live this life in silence and shame. I thought I could organize a “book burning” ceremony in Ellenville NY. The details would have to be worked out, but I believe I have a good spot for such an event.
My (2nd/current) husband is a hang glider pilot and we there are 20 acres open field we land in. Along the edges of the “landing zone” is camping along a beautiful river at the base of the Catskills. There are several large fire pits in the camp ground, with boulders to sit on and talk, and I believe it would be empowering to gather women, both suviors and those still going through the pain, and burn OJ’s book, together.
I will talk with the land owner this weekend, but I was thinking about entrance requirements going like this:
Entry Fees:
Bring the book for burning, UNREAD, free admission plus 1 night camping.
Each child in attandance, under the age of 18, pays 17 cents to the Goldman family. (100% going to the Ron Goldman Foundation. )
NO book, No child, a (check) donation to the Nicole Brown Foundation.
NO entrance without making a donation of some sort to help fight abuse.
Camping fees are $15 per night ( 100% directly to the land owner)
Must pre-register.
I was an abused wife for 4 years, before my ex husband humiliated me beyond repair, and I escaped. I worked in the Crisis Centers and I’ve walked the walk of abuse. I’ve spent the last 2 years in therapy and only this week, revealed the true trama of what happened. I lived with this shame in silence for 28 years, never telling a sole until last week.
I would love to have you appear at (any) book burning party.
Maybe someone in CA will come up with the same idea.
If a larger scale event (book burning) does materialize, please email me, and I will do my best to get there, with lots of the books in hand,Unread and ready to burn!
Sincerely,
Dolores Rhinesmith
Pittstown, NJ 08867
Phone : 908-713-9772
martha morgan said,
September 15, 2007 at 3:00 am
Hello Denise: It was so good seeing you on TV today and this evening. You are a very beautiful lady with a lot of class and good common sense. I call OJs latest adventure THE BOOK I refuse to dignify it by name. I am sick and tired of hearing his name, seeing him cavorting around and trying to get 15 more minutes of fame. I wish there was some way to keep him from getting media attention. I am dissapointed that Fred and Kim Goldman have enjoined themselves WITH THE BOOK. i APPLAUD YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FOR YOUR STANCE REGARDING THE BOOK. kEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND GIVE YOUR PARENTS AND FAMILY MY BEST WISHES. I ALSO PRAY FOR TRAVEL MERCY FOR YOU IN YOUR TRAVELS FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF ABUSE AWARENESS.
Marjorie Bream said,
September 15, 2007 at 4:43 am
Denise: I do not have a question but would like to make a comment. I just want to say that I think you are smart, classy beautiful woman. I watched you on Larry King and I agree with you, there are better things we need to be concerned about other then OJ being questioned. I have been saying that for a long time now. You are doing a wonderful job at helping our communities and I know that Nicole would be so proud of you and all that you have done. Love and God’s Blessings!
Yodella said,
September 15, 2007 at 4:48 am
Denise,
As a victim of Domestic Violence myself in the early years of the 60’s, calling the Police for help did nothing. They would simply say “We don’t get involved in private family matters.” Unbelieveable!! Thank you Denise, for changing all of this. I am grateful to you.
A suggestion to your upcoming program, recruit women that have been tragically abused to be on your show; to tell their story and show the world how they sought help with such programs as yours. You are doing a fantastic job in helping the world. Thank you and all who are involved in this effort. May your sister and her friend rest in peace.
P.S. In the eyes of the law OJ got away with murder, but in the eyes of God he will surely be judged. God will prevail!!!
Best Wishes,
Yodella
Karen Klein said,
September 15, 2007 at 1:03 pm
Denise–Thanks for your tremendous efforts toward raising awareness about domestic violence. I am a therapist at a domestic violence/rape crisis facility in St. Augustine, Florida. How can we get more men involved in the movement to prevent violence against women and children?
thanks,,,Karen Klein
sasha said,
September 16, 2007 at 4:46 am
Hi denise, I think it’s great all the work you have done in honor of your sister. I can’t imagine how hard it has been for you and your family, but your sister would be proud of you. I’m just curious as years have gone by has your sister ever come to you in dreams or anything like that? I’m also wondering how her two children are doing, and in your opinion which one of them reminds you of nicole whether it be by looks or by their personalities?
Denise said,
September 17, 2007 at 12:23 am
Hi everyone,
I have to make a statement regarding these blog entrees. I do not monitor these blogs. I appreciate everything that everyone is posting. The good much more than the not so good but different opinions is what makes the world go round. Good, Bad or Indifferent. I will be posting this on all the different conversations going on. I also want to let everyone know that I will get to each and every one of your emails. It will take time but I will respond. Thousands of emails are coming in from all over the world. Thank you all for your comments.
Denise Brown
ron r. said,
September 18, 2007 at 10:13 pm
gail schuman, call gerry spence, attorney,
ron r. said,
September 18, 2007 at 10:28 pm
to denise, shaka brah, with aloha, be strong, as you are, all will be well, traveling now, wiki-wiki, ron
bec said,
September 19, 2007 at 1:15 pm
hi denise this may sound like a dumb question as i know you never ansewer
however have you spoken to sydeny and justin are you aware some newspapers said sydenty and justin gave they consent for the book to be published is that true
howw are they copeing with their dad in jail
you and your family are in my prayers
god bless
]bec
Denise said,
September 19, 2007 at 2:14 pm
Hi All:
The only reason I’m not engaging as much as I will be is because people are taking my comments and putting them on the web instead of keeping it as conversation between us. I have a problem with that. Since I addressed the question of the Sydney and Justin and the book on Larry King I feel I can here for you. Yes they were told by their father that he was writing a book. A “fiction” book. No details of what was going to be in this book. They didn’t know the title of the book, nothing more than he wants to write a book.
Hope this helps.
Denise Brown
Pamela said,
September 20, 2007 at 6:27 am
Denise,
What in the heck is this girlfriend of his doing? They are comparing her ( looks) to Nicole!….. She is not as pretty in any way, shape or form if you ask me. What is he doing? Trying to “recreate” his old life or what? Now I really believe he is a psychopath.
Denise said,
September 20, 2007 at 5:07 pm
I got this email and thought I would share it:
I am furious about the way the “book” sort of just ignores you families loss and tends
To just go on and on about how great “the killer” was/is….such a great guy…
I was just moved to send this….
I sure hope they snag that man for this deal he has going….
It’s really NICE to see those cuffs on him again….
Denise Brown
Pamela said,
September 21, 2007 at 1:47 am
To “Abused no more”
Please do not judge Nicole Brown for staying in an abusive marriage for money. That is an insult to her legacy and to everyone in her family. She divorced him. Then, he killed her. I was in an abusive marriage for longer than I am willing to admit. My husband was not rich or even well off by any means. There is more to the cycle of domestic abuse than staying put for money.
Pamela
crista ellison said,
September 21, 2007 at 8:17 pm
Denise, I had read somewhere that Nicole was being bothered by OJs son. I was wondering if there was any truth to it and if so was he ever looked into as participating in this horrible crime ? I also read where the crime scene was botched by the lapd during the investigation.This is a truly sad event that unfortunatly goes on everyday.As for the Goldmans I think that publishing this book is a horrible thing to do. I understand they lost a son but how can you move on when all you are living for is revenge. We all pay for the things we do and the killer will pay for his weather in this life or the next. This book does nothing good.What about Sydney and Justin I think that this book would just open old wounds for them. I am a avid reader but I will not be buying or reading this. Its like putting a price on the victims.Thank you for your time and I am so sorry for your families loss
denisebrown said,
September 23, 2007 at 8:39 pm
Here is another person’s comment on the book:
I read the book and am sorry I wasted my time. I can totally understand your anger and wanting to stop it from being published. I don’t understand the thinking of the Goldman family in going ahead with the publication. If that had been their son being trashed for over 100 pages, I doubt they would have gone forward with it. Nicole deserved better.
Thank you for all you do to stop domestic abuse.
rachel3 said,
October 19, 2007 at 12:41 am
I was married to a sheriff dept. his family has a lot of money and is friends with the family court judge in my county. I was physically, mentally, verbaly,and sexually abused I called 911 and i ended up in jail for domestic violence. he got custody of our 2 boys, he’s verry controlling, and still very abusive verbally abusive to our boys, and me. I have maxed out credit cards to fight for my boys, even to get equal parenting time. my ex’s mom even got me laid off from my job and black listed from the hospital i worked at, then somehow got my childsupport raised by another 150.00 a month. They are using my children as wepons to hurt me and destroying them in the end and they dont care, they’re vindictive people. If there is any one who can help me, please contact me. My children where taken from me at 6m and 2yrs. old now they are 5 and 8yrs. old and beg to be with me. they cry when they know they cant spend the night with me. their dad tells them horrible things about me, wont tell me about what there envolved in, and when i dont show up my kids question me why and he uses it against me ” that i just dont care about them”. Im talking these people are scarry erashanal people, all i want is for my boys to be able to grow up as functional loving men who dont beat up on there spouses and allready my 5 yr. old is getting very physical, my 8yr. old gets very upset at violence and withdrawls. i need some guidence for me and my children.
Jim Mancuso said,
October 20, 2007 at 3:19 pm
Hi,Denise: Has anyone ever considered looking into how much a factor that rising heating costs for the home are going to be in the increase in domestic violence that I very much fear is going to come, particularly here in the Northeast, where we get some very wicked winters. I am sure that there are many families on edge now and really believe this should be looked into, preferably before the first drop of blood gets spilled. Nobody has ever given this any thought but me and I am very concerned that there are going to be a number of John List type episodes because the household head has lost the ability to support his or her family.
bec said,
October 24, 2007 at 12:53 pm
i have a politcal quesstion for you since you ran for senate a couple of years ago what you opoini n on illegal aliens even though im not amercian i read so much on this topixc daily i guess because i dont have a life this topic provides so much hatred among right wing people likke ann coulter Michale malkin and Rush limbah those peop;le dont seem to realized there a lot of innecent people caught up with this mess if something doesnt happen soon a lot of people could suffer and it will havee an impact on people in dominsic violent m,arrige for example
A girl comess to USA when she was 6 years old she lives in usa for 17 years all her friends are here her job she is a hard worker etc
she iis married with 2 children her husband beats her but her husband says if she lives him he will call INS and have her thowbn out of the country
never to see her kidds again
this is a made up case but im sure these things happen all the time i agree that USA should control the boarders and deporrt crimanals however they are some good decent people in usa who are suffering because of your stupid immagrationws laws
Rachel said,
December 22, 2007 at 2:09 am
Dear Denise,
I just found Nicole’s foundation today. Thank you for your work against domestic violence.
I think you are seriously flawed to partner with Playboy and Hugh Hefner. The pornography industry is loaded with violence against women. Hugh Hefner has contributed to more violence against women through his pornography empire than any other man. Please reconsider your affiliation. Until I see you denounce pornography and what it does to women, I cannot support your cause. Regards, Rachel
torn said,
January 4, 2008 at 8:39 pm
my mother has been providing daycare for our 2 toddler girls since they were born. we moved her here (all expense paid) from a pathetic / lost situation (my abusive father & she became ‘estranged’ more than 10 years ago) in hopes of making her life more complete than the choices she had made. though mom herself isn’t physically abusive, she has became bitter, shall we say, and feels it her responsiblity to point out everyone’s flaws – which is maddening. this behavior has increased over this last year since she moved my dad into the dwelling that my husband & I were paying for (against our wishes) as well as my belief that she is under the influence of a trial anxiety medication (i notified the physician). following a cliche xmas party (my mother insulted my husband for the millionth time, and my father put his hands on him & threatened physical abuse following my husband’s loud repeat of her rudeness). my entire company saw it. we were moritifed, and my husband threatened “cut off”, meaning visitiation & daycare income. in her rage, she reported us to cps (instead of working with me) – who did cite us requiring us to purge items from our living room bookcase (there are so many other families requiring housekeeping counseling!). anyway, my mother denied it when i notified her – but she hasn’t attempted to contact me at all either – this happened the day after xmas. i’m desperate to gain a sense of control over all of the emotions that this drags up for me. i ran away at 13 to get away from my father, but i didn’t think that he could change my mother in such a short time! please lend some tender advice to a 38 year old medical office administrator that is devastated by this tragedy. i don’t know if i can forgive her, and i don’t like the agitation & nagging that began so suddenly. i wish that my kids could continue to know their grandmother, but i fear i won’t be able to reach out to her now – as i can’t sleep, i’m losing weight, i’m seeking counseling, though.
thank you in advance for any kind wisdom.
Carina Lamendola said,
January 8, 2008 at 12:34 am
I have been reading some of these comments, and some of them are downright NASTY!! You do not have to like the Browns, you can even believe that O.J. is innocent (yeah, right!), but one fact is indisputable-the Browns have endured a HORRIFIC, UNIMAGINABLE loss! For this reason alone, they deserve the UTMOST respect, and sensitivity! They know O.J. alot better than we do, who are we to attack their opinion of him? You don’t have to agree with the Browns or Goldmans, but for goodness sake SHOW SOME DECENCY! The Browns are NOT the villains in this situation! They are NOT the ones who committed a crime!
Kim said,
February 13, 2008 at 6:09 am
Hi Denise,
This might sound silly, but I always wondered,,What is Nicoles’ middle Name? Thanks,,,hope to find out.
bec said,
August 6, 2008 at 1:26 pm
havre you read my play yeet
did you find it offence let me know and how do you respond to this
wicke said,
December 23, 2008 at 4:25 am
Please comment on O.J.’s oldest son, Jason Lamar Simpson’s involvement in the murders and all the evidence that has amassed since the murders? This is very credible evidence that shows Jason was involved. Why have you not looked into all possible leads into the murders, especially one that is this close to O.J.?
Denise said,
January 5, 2009 at 12:41 am
Denise Brown- you are a liar. you do not like to help people, in fact, you like to keep drama going for as long as you can. And it does not matter to you if people are hurting already, you will pile more up on their plate. Sure she is sweet in person, but she fails to say: Don’t cross her. Because she will get ugly, and she knows nothing about letting things go. And she does not give a damn who you are or why you are in her life! Good luck!!
Nicki said,
January 30, 2009 at 6:00 am
What an ugly previous comment. Could this please be removed because it could not be farther from the truth. Denise Brown loves people and is rarely the only person I came across who ‘truly’ cares and would show a stranger what life and responsibility is truly about.
Delynn said,
March 16, 2009 at 10:25 am
To anyone and everyone,
Wow 83 postes before mine. All the same. What can be done on a school level to prevent this? If I had know more about the family codes and
what spousal abuse was, I wouldn’t be here. With out a job I can’t even get and local attorney to help me get a divorce. The family code in Tx. by the fear and just law states he gets everything and I should take nothing? His attorney is the local Woman’s Shelter! For God’s sakes I’ve been forsaken. I’m being terroristed by his family and friends. He had an affair 2003, dropped the PIP personal injury protection on my car then I was rearended. All these people link to each other via realestate, genealogy or same street or club/jobs. I been threaten with his suicidal threats to burn our home down then for the past 5 years I have found 4 gas leaks! As my husband employeed me I found out tha they planed to blame me for missing funds at his company, $100,000.00 to $200,000.00 dollars was embezzled by another employee; We are going to blame Delynn for that! I quit! Then my horse was beaten for 6 weeks and my tire was slashed too. I was threaten too. I’m chronically ill and his girlfriend is a MURDER mistory actress! I can’t sleep any more. I’ve had the last cancer remove this year. I’m also dealing with harrassing phone calls and possible ID theft. My cell phone number was used at a Federal Credit Union who links to my dead sister! I’m facing this all alone. On 11-13-07 I found a chamous cloth in the gallon jug of orange juice; I got so sick 11-7. On 11-16, my step dad came by to tell me that my step sister had died. She got sick too and took something for the flu too but it cause ketoacidosis and she died. She was my witness in my divorce against my husband who moved in and around her before she died. Her new boyfriend saw she was ill but didn’t do anything. My step sister is the 4th early dead female in my family and the men are doubling their income and retiring early. Please, if you can help me with this investigation email me. I’m pinned down with little funds to get help. The local police are friends with my husband and family, I can’t get any help here. There is more possible criminal activity but I can’t post it here. Forgery, Ricco Act, fraud, embezzlemant. I need a Houston Tx attorney’s name; brobono. Thanks, broken down sister.