Alexa

Oftentimes when we are listening to music on Alexa, Lotta will pipe in with a thumbs up to songs she enjoys (she is particularly into Taylor Swift).  We often remind Lotta that she does not need to "like" previously liked songs.    However, inevitably, Alexa will state, "Thank you, your likes help me pick songs for you,"  Or some such encouraging words.  On the other hand, when I re-like a song I have previously liked, Alexa will say, "Feedback already recorderd."  I feel like this is age discrimination.  If it is a younger person, Alexa is interested in their opinion.  However, if it is someone in their 50s, such as myself, the response instead is, "Hey, old lady, we don't care what you think."  I know, you may wonder if I am being paranoid.  However, is it paranoid if it is true?  (I should inquire with Alexa). 

Also, lately, I have tried to whisper to Alexa.  If you whisper to her a command, she will whisper back her response.  Let's say I am trying to be sneaky and whisper, "Alexa, turn on Christmas", which will magically turn on the Christmas Tree lights (I know, I am living the LIFE!")  Everyone in the house seems to agree that I am a LOUD whisperer, who should under no circumstances be entrusted with secrets.  Which then further causes everyone around me to demonstrate how to whisper "properly".  It reminds me of Ellie, who never really got the hang of whispering.  It was always more of a low talk.  (Or closing her eyes for that matter, we had to place her hand over her eyes for EEGs).  Who knows, now that I think of it, maybe I taught her that.