Mom,
I miss you and love you...today, tomorrow and always.
Saturday, May 09, 2009
Monday, April 27, 2009
Friday, February 27, 2009
I AM SOOOO OVER IT!
I am soooo over it...winter.
I have had enough of it. Ok, I know that when it was 95 degrees and 95% humidity I was wishing for winter to arrive, but enough all ready. I suppose it is true...be careful what you wish for, as it may come true! And boy oh boy has it ever!
I'm tired of scraping snow and ice off of my car.
I'm tired of having those longgggggg drives to go a few short miles.
I'm tired of freezing.
I'm tired of canceled plans.
I'm just tired!!
But, alas I put it into perspective...sorta.
I chose to be here. I left the 11.5 months of sunshine behind to return to the tundra!
I chose to trade the warmth of the sun for the real life warmth of family.
I chose to give up the rocking and rolling of earthquakes for the stable ground...albeit snow covered.
I chose it.
I just wish it was winter for a little shorter amount of time.
And the teasers are so unfair! Today went from 50's to 30's in the drop of a hat...a wool hat with ear flaps!!
I suppose it could be worse...just gimme some more time to think about how!!!!
:)~
Until next time...
Saturday, November 01, 2008
JUST AN UPDATE FROM LIL' OLD ME...
I haven't done a bloggy in a long time. I haven't been in the creative mode to write one. Maybe you have been jumping for joy that I haven't written! Too bad...get over it!
I don't know what to write about...politics, the economy, the weather, the family, T.V or ...MEEEEEEEEE!
Politics are too controversial.
The economy is disheartening.
The weather is actually ok...today!
The family is well.
T.V is, well, t.v...enough said for now.
That leaves.................MEEEEEEEEE!
I had a monumental event happen a few weeks ago. I turned 50. I guess that makes me officially OLD. Even last year, on my 49th B-Day, 50 seemed so far away.
I am still young at heart. I don't think I look my age...close, but not quite there yet (and if you disagree...keep it to yourself!).
I don't necessarily think I act OLD. I feel OLD and rather decrepit, but I still think I act younger!
Maybe it really is just a number, I don't know. If that is all true, then why is it so hard to accept? Why do I write it in a tiny font?! Why can't I yell it at the top of my lungs...I AM 50?
Why, after looking forward to my AARP membership can I not bring myself to send it in? I deserve the discounts! I WANT the discounts!!
Maybe by the time I turn 51, I will be able to accept (and admit to) 50.
Maybe not!!!
Thank you to all that sent me Birthday wishes. They meant a lot to me and I treasure them...and you.
P.S....VOTE! (and I don't just mean on Dancing with the Stars!!!!)
Until next time...
Monday, September 15, 2008
THE TRUTH IS FREEING!
I had a bit of a cathartic experience last night...or really this morning.
I had fallen asleep while still on line. Around 2 am, I woke up and noticed I had an im from only 5 minutes before. It was from one of my ex employees from the Jewlery store.
Most of you know I had a horrible experience with that job. The company seemed to be one of a culture based on lies. I was treated horribly on many occassions, but none as bad as after the robbery. Or when we were closing. I had to fight and threaten lawsuits to get my final pay. They never kept their part of their obligations to me. I was asked to place myself and my staff in unsafe situations. And I fought for my staff...on more then one occassion. I was also treated with disrespect and meaness from the employees on more then once.
Well, I guess I was too tired to censure my thoughts...or my typing!
This person asked if I ever spoke to one of the other employees. My response was "NO and I have no intention of ever speaking to her"! I then proceeded to tell her how she and all the rest of them treated me like a piece of shit. That they were disrespectul, mean, nasty and childish and made a bad situation even worse for me.
I let it out. I have let it fester inside for a long time...over a year now. And for a moment it made me irate to even think about it. But then, when I went back to bed...I fell soundly asleep. I think I freed myself of some hurt and pain.
I hope I learned a lesson from this. When I am angry, I need to let it out. Tell the person, or people, that they hurt me. And never allow them to do it to me again. Once...shame on them. Twice...shame on me.
I hope I can put that whole experience behind once and for all. As my friend said to me today...my jobs may not pay enough or be perfect, but I am treated with respect and dignity...and it is safe. I guess in a way that is priceless.
Until next time...
I had fallen asleep while still on line. Around 2 am, I woke up and noticed I had an im from only 5 minutes before. It was from one of my ex employees from the Jewlery store.
Most of you know I had a horrible experience with that job. The company seemed to be one of a culture based on lies. I was treated horribly on many occassions, but none as bad as after the robbery. Or when we were closing. I had to fight and threaten lawsuits to get my final pay. They never kept their part of their obligations to me. I was asked to place myself and my staff in unsafe situations. And I fought for my staff...on more then one occassion. I was also treated with disrespect and meaness from the employees on more then once.
Well, I guess I was too tired to censure my thoughts...or my typing!
This person asked if I ever spoke to one of the other employees. My response was "NO and I have no intention of ever speaking to her"! I then proceeded to tell her how she and all the rest of them treated me like a piece of shit. That they were disrespectul, mean, nasty and childish and made a bad situation even worse for me.
I let it out. I have let it fester inside for a long time...over a year now. And for a moment it made me irate to even think about it. But then, when I went back to bed...I fell soundly asleep. I think I freed myself of some hurt and pain.
I hope I learned a lesson from this. When I am angry, I need to let it out. Tell the person, or people, that they hurt me. And never allow them to do it to me again. Once...shame on them. Twice...shame on me.
I hope I can put that whole experience behind once and for all. As my friend said to me today...my jobs may not pay enough or be perfect, but I am treated with respect and dignity...and it is safe. I guess in a way that is priceless.
Until next time...
Sunday, August 10, 2008
A TIP ABOUT TIPS!
Recently there was an article in the newspaper about restaurants that charge the wait staff the credit card fees on the tips they get on credit cards. This happens where I work, and it is an ever growing practice. The restraunteers say they can not absorb the fees of paying the charge on the amount of the fee the tip incurs. That is a bunch of hogwash. If they can’t absorb them, how is the waitperson supposed to? The waiters and waitresess work for about 3 bucks an hour. The tips are what carry them. And then to have to return an average of 3% of the tips is just plain wrong. Sadly, with the economy as it is, tips are often down from the standard 15%. I have seen tips become closer to the 10% or lower stage, and then to have to give back another 3% of that really can hurt.
As a waitperson, you have no control over how patrons pay their bill. It is to the point we are thankful they even do pay. The management has decided to accept credit cards as a service to the patron...then don’t penalize the staff for it.
As a consumer, I now always will ask if the server is charged for the fees and I will not leave a tip on a credit card. Servers work too hard to have that penalty assessed to them.
The next time you visit a service type establishment...a restaurant or even salon, ask your person if they have to pay for their tips. It will make a difference to the person working for less then minimum wage. Trust me...it does make a difference.
And if you can’t afford to leave an adequate tip (if the service warrants it) then eat at home!!!!!!
Until next time...
Thursday, July 03, 2008
Monday, June 23, 2008
GEORGE CARLIN...The Loss of a Legend...RIP
The world lost an icon...George Carlin. There will be less laughter in times when we need to try and laugh more.
I had the privilege and honor of meeting Mr. Carlin when I lived in Los Angeles and it is a memory I will treasure.
Many of you know that I worked for a retail establishment that served many celebs...some merely legends in their own minds, but some bona fide celebrities. George Carlin was a bona fide star...and a gentleman behind that gruff exterior.
One day, I got a phone call...no name was needed as I recognized the voice at hello. It was George Carlin saying he had bought a microwave and it didn't work. He wanted to exchange it. No problem I said. He then said that he didn't want a fuss or hubbub around him. He wanted to get in and out quickly and un-noticed. I assured him it would be smooth and painless! He only needed to ask for me and it would be done. I looked up his purchase and had a new microwave waiting at the desk so he would only have to walk in, drop off the defective one and grab the new one and be on his way.
About 45 minutes later, I hear a hand slam on the counter and the unmistakenable voice announce..."I'M GEORGE CARLIN AND I'M HERE!!!!" I looked up...directly into his eyes and the glimmer was shining bright! Mr. Carlin proceeded to walk around the desk to where I was and together we went into his "STUFF" routine! This went on for about 15 minutes. I was in my glory! After we completed our tag team routine, Mr. Carlin graciously signed my autograph book (yes, I kept an autograph book at work and have 3 filled!) and left with a chuckle and the glimmer still blazing in his eyes.
It was a day that I will never forget. I will forever miss the irrascible gentleman that could make me laugh regardless of anything else on my mind.
RIP George Carlin...you will be missed.
Sunday, June 15, 2008
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY
Today is Father's Day. June 15, 2oo8. I can not believe that my father passed away 41 years ago. I have shared many stories about my mom either here or with many of you, so today is all about Dad.
My dad, Harry, was the best father anyone could ask for. It is sad that I only had him for a short part of my life, but he is still with me in my heart and in my memories.
Dad was physically ill a lot, but it never got in his way of being a dad. His wife and his kids were his life...and that was by his choice...not by obligation. Dad usually worked 5 and a half days a week, but when he got home on Saturday afternoon he was HOME. We always did things together. We went to the beach in the summers. We went for custards, we played in the yard, he bbbq'd. Dad made the best ham on the grill. It got to the point he had to make 2 because as soon as the neighborhood could smell dad's ham they swarmed to the house! Dad was a much better cook then mom, so you know the meal was gonna be awesome when dad cooked! And he enjoyed cooking, so he did a good share of it. Oh, and Dad loved cheese...the stinkier the better! He would actually let cheese get moldy, cut off the mold and eat it! Ewww!
Sunday's had their own special routine. I would get up and "help" him take his insulin shot, then he would read me the comics (I knew it was him, even though he used my little blue monkey...Chimpy, to pretend to read them!) and then we would make pancakes. I will never forget those Sunday mornings. And then off the family would go. Dad was in sporting goods, so fishing was a big part of our Sundays. Lake Oconomowoc here we come!
Dad loved to have new cars. About every two years he got a new one. We always teased that instead of emptying the ashtray, he would just trade it in! My brother has inherited that gene. While I am content with my car until my car is no longer content with me! I would rather drive a 10 year old car then make car payments!! That explains why I have only had 3 cars in my life!
And Dad did what seems to be a natural dad thing...fall asleep watching tv. He would be snoring away and as soon as you either changed the channel or turned it off he woke up saying he was watching that! His favorite show to watch was Combat. But we also watched other shows together. My favorite to watch with him the the Rifleman! I would dress up in my cowgirl outfit and swoon over Johnny Crawford! Yes, I know I was only 6 or 7!!
Everyone loved my dad...the neighborhood kids, his nieces and nephews...everyone. But none more then I did. He always had a kind word and a kind way. And he was fun!
Rest in peace dear Daddy. I still miss you and love you so very much.
Until next time...
My dad, Harry, was the best father anyone could ask for. It is sad that I only had him for a short part of my life, but he is still with me in my heart and in my memories.
Dad was physically ill a lot, but it never got in his way of being a dad. His wife and his kids were his life...and that was by his choice...not by obligation. Dad usually worked 5 and a half days a week, but when he got home on Saturday afternoon he was HOME. We always did things together. We went to the beach in the summers. We went for custards, we played in the yard, he bbbq'd. Dad made the best ham on the grill. It got to the point he had to make 2 because as soon as the neighborhood could smell dad's ham they swarmed to the house! Dad was a much better cook then mom, so you know the meal was gonna be awesome when dad cooked! And he enjoyed cooking, so he did a good share of it. Oh, and Dad loved cheese...the stinkier the better! He would actually let cheese get moldy, cut off the mold and eat it! Ewww!
Sunday's had their own special routine. I would get up and "help" him take his insulin shot, then he would read me the comics (I knew it was him, even though he used my little blue monkey...Chimpy, to pretend to read them!) and then we would make pancakes. I will never forget those Sunday mornings. And then off the family would go. Dad was in sporting goods, so fishing was a big part of our Sundays. Lake Oconomowoc here we come!
Dad loved to have new cars. About every two years he got a new one. We always teased that instead of emptying the ashtray, he would just trade it in! My brother has inherited that gene. While I am content with my car until my car is no longer content with me! I would rather drive a 10 year old car then make car payments!! That explains why I have only had 3 cars in my life!
And Dad did what seems to be a natural dad thing...fall asleep watching tv. He would be snoring away and as soon as you either changed the channel or turned it off he woke up saying he was watching that! His favorite show to watch was Combat. But we also watched other shows together. My favorite to watch with him the the Rifleman! I would dress up in my cowgirl outfit and swoon over Johnny Crawford! Yes, I know I was only 6 or 7!!
Everyone loved my dad...the neighborhood kids, his nieces and nephews...everyone. But none more then I did. He always had a kind word and a kind way. And he was fun!
Rest in peace dear Daddy. I still miss you and love you so very much.
Until next time...
Sunday, May 25, 2008
Friday, April 25, 2008
DEAR LEAH
Dearest Leah,
I can not believe it has been a year since your untimely and senseless passing. The days have flown by, but it seems the grief is lingering.
I have mourned you...felt all the emotions and the anger and the selfish hurting. It hurts to know I will not see you again for many years...when we all gather again in heaven. But I still see you...your smile, your twinkling eyes, your beauty and your grace. I still hear your laughter and your funny stories and your caring words. I can still see you dance. They may only be images and sounds emblazoned in my memories...but they are forever.
As we mark the one year point, I want to start celebrating you and your life. The way you touched my life and the life of everyone that had the pleasure of knowing you.
I celebrate the beauty of you. Inside even more beautiful then the outside. The humor you so willingly shared. The kindness you selflessly doled out. The love you gave unconditionally. The elegance of the dances you performed. The nicknames you called me. The times you tried to connive me into letting you drive. The filthy words you let flow in the privacy of my car...always out of range of your parents. The vulnerability of you. Your love of animals. Everything about you was a joy. My life is fuller because of you. I am grateful for you.
I may never stop grieving you, but I will also never stop celebrating you. I know in my heart that is what you would want. Your generosity would want that. And I honor you.
Leah Marie...my dear cousin...I will miss you and love you forever.
Until next time...
I can not believe it has been a year since your untimely and senseless passing. The days have flown by, but it seems the grief is lingering.
I have mourned you...felt all the emotions and the anger and the selfish hurting. It hurts to know I will not see you again for many years...when we all gather again in heaven. But I still see you...your smile, your twinkling eyes, your beauty and your grace. I still hear your laughter and your funny stories and your caring words. I can still see you dance. They may only be images and sounds emblazoned in my memories...but they are forever.
As we mark the one year point, I want to start celebrating you and your life. The way you touched my life and the life of everyone that had the pleasure of knowing you.
I celebrate the beauty of you. Inside even more beautiful then the outside. The humor you so willingly shared. The kindness you selflessly doled out. The love you gave unconditionally. The elegance of the dances you performed. The nicknames you called me. The times you tried to connive me into letting you drive. The filthy words you let flow in the privacy of my car...always out of range of your parents. The vulnerability of you. Your love of animals. Everything about you was a joy. My life is fuller because of you. I am grateful for you.
I may never stop grieving you, but I will also never stop celebrating you. I know in my heart that is what you would want. Your generosity would want that. And I honor you.
Leah Marie...my dear cousin...I will miss you and love you forever.
Until next time...
Saturday, April 19, 2008
Wednesday, April 09, 2008
ADMONISHED AGAIN!!
Well, I have been admonished yet again to update my bloggy! Brian, I am doing this just for you!
So, what's been going on in my world? I know you all spend sleepless nights wondering!!! LOL! Now, after reading, you can get a good nights sleep! Actually, this may be so boring, you fall asleep NOW! Just call me the "natural ambien"!!
Ok, first...I think Spring may have sprung! It has been in the mid-sixties for 2 days now! I know, this is Cleveland and the weather can change quicker then a speeding bullet. But, I am hoping! I did hear that we may get some snow in afew days, but I am choosing to ignore that! I am going to continue to enjoy the sun and having my windows open!
Work has been going well. I haven't been made permanent yet (it's been 3 weeks, what the hell are they waiting for!), but I am still hopeful. I have had some conversations with some people that carry some weight there, and the situation has been discussed and bantered about. I have been doing a lot of what I call CSI work! I am getting the error reports and researching them, correcting what I can and gathering info for the people that can make the corrections. The most frustrating part is when I have to call insurance companies regarding authorizations. OY! You have to listen to 7835125621739 options and then press the right number! Then, you are told it needs to be someone else to help you...then the transfer...then the hold...then be told it is the wrong person...then the transfer...then the hold........... You get my drift! I think they do this so you will give up, write off the visits and they don't have to pay! But, I don't give up! I wait and wait and get it done!
The actual environment in the building I work in is awesome! Everyone is really nice and helpful and friendly. I was introduced to all the PT's, OT's, MSW's and ST's at a meeting last week. And in my own amazing way made quite the impression on them all...as I was leaving I tripped over the display easel and sent it flying! I managed not to come face-to-face with the carpet! So, I would say my intro was memorable!
My boss demands we take our alloted break and meal times...no working thru lunch. But, I have decided to eat as I work (healthy homemade meals or salads!), then spend my meal time walking! YES, I WALK! I am so outta shape...and sitting on my doofus all day doesn't help! I see a lot of people doing the same thing. The perimeter of the office park is a 1/2 a mile.
I will also be starting a part-time job at the local coffee house on Friday night. Hence the coffee house avatar ;) . I was so excited that the owner agreed to give me a chance, I forgot to even ask how much my pay is! I am looking forward to it. I kinda like coffee ;) I will be pretty tired, but ya gotta do what ya gotta do!
The end of the month will be the one year anniversary of the senseless death of my dear sweet cousin Leah. I can't believe it is already a year. It seems like yesterday. I remember the phone call as if I just got it this morning. I don't think I will ever forget that. I will be in Dayton at the end of the month as Leah's headstone will be placed on her grave. In Judaism, a headstone is not placed until 1 year after the death. If you want, I can do another blog on the ritual and why we wait a year.
I have to apologize to all of my cyber-friends...I have been very lax and not visited your blogs in a while. I am still trying to acclimate myself to working and getting up at 6:30 every morning! I am loving it...but missing your lives. I will try and get caught up as soon as possible.
I hope this fulfills my blog duties for now!
Oh craparoni...I didn't even talk about American Idol! Who do you like? I seem to change my favorites quite a bit this season! I do still like David Archuletta and Jason Castro. I also tend to like David Cook and Brooke. But I don't think Brooke will win. And I am over Michael Johns! Oh, and there is something about Carly that I am not a fan of. But, I do think she has a great and strong voice.
OK, I will end it here. You are prolly snoring your face off by now anyhow!!!
Until next time...
So, what's been going on in my world? I know you all spend sleepless nights wondering!!! LOL! Now, after reading, you can get a good nights sleep! Actually, this may be so boring, you fall asleep NOW! Just call me the "natural ambien"!!
Ok, first...I think Spring may have sprung! It has been in the mid-sixties for 2 days now! I know, this is Cleveland and the weather can change quicker then a speeding bullet. But, I am hoping! I did hear that we may get some snow in afew days, but I am choosing to ignore that! I am going to continue to enjoy the sun and having my windows open!
Work has been going well. I haven't been made permanent yet (it's been 3 weeks, what the hell are they waiting for!), but I am still hopeful. I have had some conversations with some people that carry some weight there, and the situation has been discussed and bantered about. I have been doing a lot of what I call CSI work! I am getting the error reports and researching them, correcting what I can and gathering info for the people that can make the corrections. The most frustrating part is when I have to call insurance companies regarding authorizations. OY! You have to listen to 7835125621739 options and then press the right number! Then, you are told it needs to be someone else to help you...then the transfer...then the hold...then be told it is the wrong person...then the transfer...then the hold........... You get my drift! I think they do this so you will give up, write off the visits and they don't have to pay! But, I don't give up! I wait and wait and get it done!
The actual environment in the building I work in is awesome! Everyone is really nice and helpful and friendly. I was introduced to all the PT's, OT's, MSW's and ST's at a meeting last week. And in my own amazing way made quite the impression on them all...as I was leaving I tripped over the display easel and sent it flying! I managed not to come face-to-face with the carpet! So, I would say my intro was memorable!
My boss demands we take our alloted break and meal times...no working thru lunch. But, I have decided to eat as I work (healthy homemade meals or salads!), then spend my meal time walking! YES, I WALK! I am so outta shape...and sitting on my doofus all day doesn't help! I see a lot of people doing the same thing. The perimeter of the office park is a 1/2 a mile.
I will also be starting a part-time job at the local coffee house on Friday night. Hence the coffee house avatar ;) . I was so excited that the owner agreed to give me a chance, I forgot to even ask how much my pay is! I am looking forward to it. I kinda like coffee ;) I will be pretty tired, but ya gotta do what ya gotta do!
The end of the month will be the one year anniversary of the senseless death of my dear sweet cousin Leah. I can't believe it is already a year. It seems like yesterday. I remember the phone call as if I just got it this morning. I don't think I will ever forget that. I will be in Dayton at the end of the month as Leah's headstone will be placed on her grave. In Judaism, a headstone is not placed until 1 year after the death. If you want, I can do another blog on the ritual and why we wait a year.
I have to apologize to all of my cyber-friends...I have been very lax and not visited your blogs in a while. I am still trying to acclimate myself to working and getting up at 6:30 every morning! I am loving it...but missing your lives. I will try and get caught up as soon as possible.
I hope this fulfills my blog duties for now!
Oh craparoni...I didn't even talk about American Idol! Who do you like? I seem to change my favorites quite a bit this season! I do still like David Archuletta and Jason Castro. I also tend to like David Cook and Brooke. But I don't think Brooke will win. And I am over Michael Johns! Oh, and there is something about Carly that I am not a fan of. But, I do think she has a great and strong voice.
OK, I will end it here. You are prolly snoring your face off by now anyhow!!!
Until next time...
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Monday, March 17, 2008
WOO HOO!!
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This is my 100th blog entry and I was waiting until I had a reason to blog.
Now I do.
I start work again on Wednesday!!!!!! I will be useful again...and get paid! It is only a temp position with University Hospitals, but I am hoping that it can lead to a permanent position within the system there.
I admit, I have been pretty down. I seemed to have lost my confidence. I retreated. But, I am now hoping to be fighting my way back. And I want to thank all of you that have stood beside me...accepted me...and encouraged me. I love you all for that.
I will indulge myself one more time here, if I may. (of course I may...it's my darn blog!) I am asking you to still keep your fingers crossed and keep me in your thoughts that this works out and I can finally put my life back together. I really need that.
{{{{{hugs}}}}} and ♥'s to all of YOU!!!!
Until next time...
Friday, March 07, 2008
ANOTHER DAY IN PARADISE!
I have been admonished again for not updating. So, here goes nothing.
This is my 99th blog entry and I really have nothing to say! But, I will try to find something.
Hmmmmmmmmmmm
It’s snowing...AGAIN. I am sick of it. Cold and blowing and grey and just an ugly day. And it is supposed to continue thru tomorrow, too. ICK! And to make matters worse, this weekend we lose an hour of sleep...ya know the spring ahead thing. Well it AIN’T SPRING and I don’t wanna spring ahead! Although, that does bring us an hour closer to the real spring!
Oh, I know, I can talk about TV.
American Idol. I am less then thrilled with the girls this season. I am, however becoming a Brooke fan. I like the spin she puts on her songs. I really wanted to be an Amanda fan, but I can’t get into it. I so wanted to see a rocker chick win this thing, but I don’t think it will be her (at least I hope not). The boys are awesome now. I want to adopt David Archuleta and Jason Castro. They are toooooo cute and humble and they can sing. I wanna hear Jason put a reggae spin on the music. And I liked, no loved David Cook’s song this week...but I can’t stand his hair! I didn’t care for David Hernandez, but I am becoming a fan of his, too. So hard to choose.
Is Paula even more drunk this season that usual? LOL
I also have become a fan of Lipstick Jungle. I still have a crush on Andrew McCarthy and I love his character on the show. He was always my favorite brat-packer. Loved him in St.Elmo’s fire and all his brat-pack roles. The brooding hero! And a cutie pie, too!
On Project Runway, I really wanted Chris March to win. But his collection was boring. He has so much personality but it didn’t seem to come through in his collection. Romy was predictable. I thought Christian had runway appeal, but soooooo not wearable. Oh well, what the hell do I know!
OMA went homa! Yay! I can’t stand that bitch! I am glad she lost and lost in a record-breaking big way!
I can’t wait for the prime time shows to be new again. Missing Brothers and Sisters, Grey’s, ER, Boston Legal and D. Housewives. Damn...I need to get a life!
Well, I think I am done for now. I am not in the mood to discuss politics or anything that is really relevant in our lives!
Besides, it’s time for Divorce Court and then General Hospital!!
Until next time...
Friday, February 15, 2008
What's the legacy we are leaving?
What is the legacy we are leaving future generations?
On Feb. 14th in the world as we know, it is the day we are supposed to celebrate and honor our loved ones. We give flowers and candy and hearts.
But on Feb. 14th, 2008 my heart was broken. A graduate student walked into a lecture hall at Northern Illinois University and randomly began shooting students and the lecturer. Killing students before killing himself.
Young people, in the University, trying to learn and make a life for themselves. To be productive members of our society. To maybe become the future leaders of our world. Maybe a Nobel Scientist, a future president, a poet laureate, a doctor or social worker - -someone that could have bettered OUR lives along with their own. And some sick son of a bitch walked in and took lives and changed lives forever.
What have we taught our youth? When and where did they learn that life - - their own or others - - has no value? How did we make someone so selfish that he felt that he could end his life and in the process take the lives of others. If he chose to kill himself, not thinking of his family and loved ones he would leave behind to grieve, so be it. But the kids he killed had no option. It wasn't their choice.
Schools, shopping malls, retail stores...they are supposed to be safe. Will they ever be again? Why aren't parents teaching the value of life? Why couldn't those around these sick bastards see any signs? Or did they choose not to see it?
So many questions. So few answers.
Thoughts and prayers to the families of those involved in NIU massacre.
Until next time...
On Feb. 14th in the world as we know, it is the day we are supposed to celebrate and honor our loved ones. We give flowers and candy and hearts.
But on Feb. 14th, 2008 my heart was broken. A graduate student walked into a lecture hall at Northern Illinois University and randomly began shooting students and the lecturer. Killing students before killing himself.
Young people, in the University, trying to learn and make a life for themselves. To be productive members of our society. To maybe become the future leaders of our world. Maybe a Nobel Scientist, a future president, a poet laureate, a doctor or social worker - -someone that could have bettered OUR lives along with their own. And some sick son of a bitch walked in and took lives and changed lives forever.
What have we taught our youth? When and where did they learn that life - - their own or others - - has no value? How did we make someone so selfish that he felt that he could end his life and in the process take the lives of others. If he chose to kill himself, not thinking of his family and loved ones he would leave behind to grieve, so be it. But the kids he killed had no option. It wasn't their choice.
Schools, shopping malls, retail stores...they are supposed to be safe. Will they ever be again? Why aren't parents teaching the value of life? Why couldn't those around these sick bastards see any signs? Or did they choose not to see it?
So many questions. So few answers.
Thoughts and prayers to the families of those involved in NIU massacre.
Until next time...
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Sunday, February 03, 2008
THE WORLD ACCORDING TO...MEEEEE!!
I haven't blogged about the state of the world in a while.
I know you are missing my point of view, so this is for you ;)
SUPER BOWL - What an exciting game. I actually watched parts of it around the commercials! CONGRATS to the GIANTS and Giant's fans. I just had the strongest feeling after the Pat's scored and there was about 2:15 left that the Giants would pul it out. Too bad I didn't bet on the underdog. I always root for the underdog.
As a kid, all the girls swooned over Davy Jones...not me...Peter Tork ruled!! Maybe because Tork rhymes with dork...and I am such a dork!! Which leads me to the next topic!
MY DORKINESS - It took me 2 innings, I mean quarters to realize I was rooting for the wrong team! The Giant's jerseys are blue all season. But noooooo, tonight they were white w/ red. WTF??!! I was cheering for the blue jerseys until half way thru the game I figured out that the blue team were the Patriots! It was such a patriotic looking field!
Speaking of patriotic (tee hee - - good segue, huh??)...
JORDIN SPARKS - I got goosebumps as I listened to her sing the National Anthem. She was jaw-dropping incredible. And what is she, like 17? What a voice. bravo!!
BILL BELICHICK - What a sore loser. Walking off the field before the game was officially over. He was a moron in Cleveland and he is a now. But what do I really think of him??!! LOL!
COMMERCIALS - I honestly didn't pay too much attention and I missed most of them. Does that make me as un-American as Bill Bel? I hope not! I did catch a few and I must say that I was grossed out and repulsed by the AMP commercial. Some doofus hooks jumper cables up to his nipples and after drinking the AMP, he is able to jump start a car. It was gross. It was uncalled for. It was sado-masochistic!!
LANE BRYANT - my sympathies to the families of the 5 dead and one survivor of the horrendous shooting in Tinley Park, IL. What possesses a man to walk in a store and go on a killing spree???? I am sickened. If he wanted to rob the place...take the money and go. But, to kill innocent people (or anyone for that matter) is uncomprehensible to me. What kind of world are we leaving as a legacy to future generations?
And speaking of legacys...BRIT BRIT! Did ya think I could blog and not include a tirade about her??!! LOL! ;)
At least the pop-tart is getting the help she so desperately needs. Her 72 hour observational hold has been extended for 14 days. YAY for her, for us and for her children! The sad truth is that she IS sick. In order for a hospital to extend the hold like that, she must be either 1. a threat to herself; 2. a threat to others; or 3. severely disabled mentally or physically. I hope that when she does get well enough to go home the papparazzi will leave her alone. Ignore when she begs for them and let her mend.
AND...now that she is unable to care for herself her parents come out of the woodwork? Just in time to take control of her finances. Something smells a little fishy to me. And I ain't frying no fishies here!
Hmmm, what else??????????
Oh yeah, HEATH LEDGER. What a tragic loss. It makes me sick that the "news" agencies have to put a nasty spin on it. If he did have a drug problem, leave it private. Show some respect for his family. He was never a problem star, like Lindsey or Brit Brit, so why dig up crap now??? Let him rest in peace and let his family mourn in peace.
Wellllllll, I think I am done ranting for now. I know you are relieved!!
Have a great week!
Until next time...
I know you are missing my point of view, so this is for you ;)
SUPER BOWL - What an exciting game. I actually watched parts of it around the commercials! CONGRATS to the GIANTS and Giant's fans. I just had the strongest feeling after the Pat's scored and there was about 2:15 left that the Giants would pul it out. Too bad I didn't bet on the underdog. I always root for the underdog.
As a kid, all the girls swooned over Davy Jones...not me...Peter Tork ruled!! Maybe because Tork rhymes with dork...and I am such a dork!! Which leads me to the next topic!
MY DORKINESS - It took me 2 innings, I mean quarters to realize I was rooting for the wrong team! The Giant's jerseys are blue all season. But noooooo, tonight they were white w/ red. WTF??!! I was cheering for the blue jerseys until half way thru the game I figured out that the blue team were the Patriots! It was such a patriotic looking field!
Speaking of patriotic (tee hee - - good segue, huh??)...
JORDIN SPARKS - I got goosebumps as I listened to her sing the National Anthem. She was jaw-dropping incredible. And what is she, like 17? What a voice. bravo!!
BILL BELICHICK - What a sore loser. Walking off the field before the game was officially over. He was a moron in Cleveland and he is a now. But what do I really think of him??!! LOL!
COMMERCIALS - I honestly didn't pay too much attention and I missed most of them. Does that make me as un-American as Bill Bel? I hope not! I did catch a few and I must say that I was grossed out and repulsed by the AMP commercial. Some doofus hooks jumper cables up to his nipples and after drinking the AMP, he is able to jump start a car. It was gross. It was uncalled for. It was sado-masochistic!!
LANE BRYANT - my sympathies to the families of the 5 dead and one survivor of the horrendous shooting in Tinley Park, IL. What possesses a man to walk in a store and go on a killing spree???? I am sickened. If he wanted to rob the place...take the money and go. But, to kill innocent people (or anyone for that matter) is uncomprehensible to me. What kind of world are we leaving as a legacy to future generations?
And speaking of legacys...BRIT BRIT! Did ya think I could blog and not include a tirade about her??!! LOL! ;)
At least the pop-tart is getting the help she so desperately needs. Her 72 hour observational hold has been extended for 14 days. YAY for her, for us and for her children! The sad truth is that she IS sick. In order for a hospital to extend the hold like that, she must be either 1. a threat to herself; 2. a threat to others; or 3. severely disabled mentally or physically. I hope that when she does get well enough to go home the papparazzi will leave her alone. Ignore when she begs for them and let her mend.
AND...now that she is unable to care for herself her parents come out of the woodwork? Just in time to take control of her finances. Something smells a little fishy to me. And I ain't frying no fishies here!
Hmmm, what else??????????
Oh yeah, HEATH LEDGER. What a tragic loss. It makes me sick that the "news" agencies have to put a nasty spin on it. If he did have a drug problem, leave it private. Show some respect for his family. He was never a problem star, like Lindsey or Brit Brit, so why dig up crap now??? Let him rest in peace and let his family mourn in peace.
Wellllllll, I think I am done ranting for now. I know you are relieved!!
Have a great week!
Until next time...
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