Mary Tyler Moore Meant so Much to Millons - Telling Tribute to Mary

I mourn along with millions of fans who held Mary Tyler Moore (MTM) in their hearts for a multitude of reasons.  Yes, MTM unknowingly (which is usually the way) was a maverick that paved the way for women.  She showed us that women were a viable, integral part of the work force.  It was a novel idea at the time but for today's young women (who thankfully it wouldn't occur) - believing a man was not required to validate being a woman was groundbreaking.  MTM was a absolutely beautiful & talented: she was a triple crown & Oscar winner.  Mary could dance (oh could she dance) sing & act.  And her acting range was went from comedy to serious drama ("Ordinary People.) Mary was gorgeous and gals who were gorgeous were not taken seriously in comedy until Mary made it seem worthwhile.  Danny Thomas admitted having turned MTM down from her audition for his Danny Thomas Show - not because she wasn't wonderful but because she was so beautiful he didn't think anyone would buy it.  Candace Bergen credits MTM for Murphy Brown.  Yes, another news room comedy with an incredible beautiful comedic lead.  There is a lot more in common between these two shows than strong, vulnerable & fabulous looking  female leads.  The sitcoms blended a motley group of people in a competitive work environment & lonely world but, instead of hostility or indifference, friendships were formed with love, humor & respect.  Oprah, Catie Curic and Julie Chen all credit MTM for instilling in them the desire & confidence to pursue their career paths in a mainly male workplace.   These are all wonderful contributions Mary left for the world.  Mary paved the way for generations to come but her lasting legacy is the love she spread all around.
"Who can take a nothing day & suddently make it all seem worthwhile,
Well it's you girl {referring to women everywhere} and you should know it,
Love is all around, no need to waste it."  Mary's iconic tossing of her beret into the frigid winds of the twin cities and smiling for joy - showed us that life is filled with delight and there for the taking.
Mary Tyle Moore your smile has lit up the world and the world is such a better place thanks to you.   MTM will be missed but not forgotten.  Hat's off to you - for showing us all what we can do.