Somehow the Brady's managed to navigate one of the most volatile periods in U.S. history blissfully unaware of the struggle for civil rights, Vietnam, Watergate or pretty much anything else going on in the world. They did get involved in social protest once (to save a neighborhood park, as I recall), but that was about it.

On the other hand, parents didn't need to worry about their kids watching the show. It may have been trite but it was also safe. No unplanned pregnancies or drug rehab for the Brady children, unlike what passes for family entertainment these days.

Just a couple of random thoughts while pondering the passing of Florence Henderson, whose age surprised me when I heard it, but shouldn't have. Tempus fugit.

Rest in God's peace, Florence, and thanks for being part of my young life.