I tried not to post on Facebook or Twitter yesterday, out of respect for all those affected by the events eleven years ago. I personally think that posting pictures of the destruction of the Twin Towers is not only disturbing, but slightly disrespectful. If your loved one died in a car accident, would you want to see a picture of the wreckage every year on the anniversary of their death? Please don't think I'm judging anybody else's manner of showing their appreciation or respects, it's my personal feeling.
Monday, I got to play golf. I was lucky, because it was free. The day was great and I appreciated it. In the morning, I missed getting over to a friend's house in time and they had left for breakfast, so I missed out on some eggs and bacon. I had made a joke, thanking them for picking me something up and just laughed about it. One of the players, who I barely know, walked over and handed me half a bagel. I declined the offer, not wanting to take his food, but he insisted. Things like that make my day. Oh, and it definitely hit the spot.
I talk a lot about politics online and it truly amazes me how little facts matter to some. Today, I abstained from commenting, but the shit that was being thrown up on people's pages was ridiculous. The report that Obama snubbed Netanyahu was all over. Very little mentioned about how the men spoke, as they do regularly, for what was reported to be over an hour. Lots of people, mostly republicans were flabbergasted that NBC interviewed Kris Jenner instead of showing the moment of silence. While a completely ludicrous decision, was it more offensive than Paul Ryan speaking about the first responders today, when he has voted against the Zadroga Act? The posts about the attack on the Embassy in Cairo and Romney's false claim Obama apologized. There were no cartoons or memes about a report that the actual unemployment rate (U-6) is actually lower today than it was when Obama took office. No snippets about how Obama has shrunk government, but his opponents is claiming the opposite. Should be interesting to see if Obama mentions Bain Capital invested millions in a company that disposed of aborted fetuses come the debates. Enough of politics for now, because sadly, I can, have and will, go on and on.
I ran into some people I enjoyed being with this weekend and some I did not. I was very clearly reminded, that from this point on, I must avoid drama. I must also not create my own. This is essential. I realize that with the exception of some good times, I have wasted a good part of the last few years, surrounding myself with some people that brought me down. Down while I was already down. Is this their fault? Without a doubt, it is not. They are living their lives as they see fit and I abandoned many of my beliefs to "fit in." I paid the price and it's a price that brought me a lot of heartache. I was talking to a truly good person this weekend. A person who always has my back and tries to steer me away from these potholes life throws us. I think he's the one person I truly don't take for granted.
As I was walking home last night. Someone saw me. I was exhausted, a little drunk and it was late. The person didn't know me, but saw something. She called over. Are you OK? I told her I was fine. She asked me again and I explained I only had to walk one block. She laughed and told me to have a nice night. A complete stranger, being decent. Made me laugh, when I think about all those I come across who aren't strangers and aren't decent.
I did a lot of reading the last few days. Tons of different topics. Read an article about intelligence and religious beliefs. The results were obvious to me, but it still amazes me that people argue this fact, or even worse, don't understand why. I was going to write an entire blog on this, but I believe I have already and it wasn't so well accepted. Sometimes, even I don't want to offend.
Some of the other interesting things I read (I'll list in case people want to do some research of their own):
FBI Agent John O'Neill - known basically as the Al-Qaeda hunter. Ironically, he died in the WTC bombing in 2001. He also was one of the corroborators on stories that the Bush administration new well in advance. What's so amazing about this man, is he one told a friend he thought they would try to finish the job, but he took the job as head of security for the Towers anyway.
Mike Trout, OF, Anaheim Angels - very quietly this young phenom is having one of the greatest seasons in major league history. Buster Olney says "the best." It's arguable and missing the first month of the season might hurt him for MVP, but the numbers are staggering.
The TV Ratings for the RNC & DNC: The ratings for the DNC were much greater, which to be honest, is quite a surprise. One, the DNC went up against the opening football game of the year with two huge market teams. The other is that the DNC was on when school had just started. That all being said, I have read that ratings have absolutely no bearing on the outcome. Of everything I read, there was one glaring number. Ten million less people watched Romney & Ryan as did McCain & Palin!
I also read some poetry this weekend. I read Thomas, Plath, Cummings & Bukowski to name a few. It truly amazes me, how some people are able to use language. Well I'll end this babble. Not that interesting, but it's better than the crap I have going on in my life that's serious, so this is all I can muster. Maybe tomorrow someone will inspire me. I can hope.
Monday, I got to play golf. I was lucky, because it was free. The day was great and I appreciated it. In the morning, I missed getting over to a friend's house in time and they had left for breakfast, so I missed out on some eggs and bacon. I had made a joke, thanking them for picking me something up and just laughed about it. One of the players, who I barely know, walked over and handed me half a bagel. I declined the offer, not wanting to take his food, but he insisted. Things like that make my day. Oh, and it definitely hit the spot.
I talk a lot about politics online and it truly amazes me how little facts matter to some. Today, I abstained from commenting, but the shit that was being thrown up on people's pages was ridiculous. The report that Obama snubbed Netanyahu was all over. Very little mentioned about how the men spoke, as they do regularly, for what was reported to be over an hour. Lots of people, mostly republicans were flabbergasted that NBC interviewed Kris Jenner instead of showing the moment of silence. While a completely ludicrous decision, was it more offensive than Paul Ryan speaking about the first responders today, when he has voted against the Zadroga Act? The posts about the attack on the Embassy in Cairo and Romney's false claim Obama apologized. There were no cartoons or memes about a report that the actual unemployment rate (U-6) is actually lower today than it was when Obama took office. No snippets about how Obama has shrunk government, but his opponents is claiming the opposite. Should be interesting to see if Obama mentions Bain Capital invested millions in a company that disposed of aborted fetuses come the debates. Enough of politics for now, because sadly, I can, have and will, go on and on.
I ran into some people I enjoyed being with this weekend and some I did not. I was very clearly reminded, that from this point on, I must avoid drama. I must also not create my own. This is essential. I realize that with the exception of some good times, I have wasted a good part of the last few years, surrounding myself with some people that brought me down. Down while I was already down. Is this their fault? Without a doubt, it is not. They are living their lives as they see fit and I abandoned many of my beliefs to "fit in." I paid the price and it's a price that brought me a lot of heartache. I was talking to a truly good person this weekend. A person who always has my back and tries to steer me away from these potholes life throws us. I think he's the one person I truly don't take for granted.
As I was walking home last night. Someone saw me. I was exhausted, a little drunk and it was late. The person didn't know me, but saw something. She called over. Are you OK? I told her I was fine. She asked me again and I explained I only had to walk one block. She laughed and told me to have a nice night. A complete stranger, being decent. Made me laugh, when I think about all those I come across who aren't strangers and aren't decent.
I did a lot of reading the last few days. Tons of different topics. Read an article about intelligence and religious beliefs. The results were obvious to me, but it still amazes me that people argue this fact, or even worse, don't understand why. I was going to write an entire blog on this, but I believe I have already and it wasn't so well accepted. Sometimes, even I don't want to offend.
Some of the other interesting things I read (I'll list in case people want to do some research of their own):
FBI Agent John O'Neill - known basically as the Al-Qaeda hunter. Ironically, he died in the WTC bombing in 2001. He also was one of the corroborators on stories that the Bush administration new well in advance. What's so amazing about this man, is he one told a friend he thought they would try to finish the job, but he took the job as head of security for the Towers anyway.
Mike Trout, OF, Anaheim Angels - very quietly this young phenom is having one of the greatest seasons in major league history. Buster Olney says "the best." It's arguable and missing the first month of the season might hurt him for MVP, but the numbers are staggering.
The TV Ratings for the RNC & DNC: The ratings for the DNC were much greater, which to be honest, is quite a surprise. One, the DNC went up against the opening football game of the year with two huge market teams. The other is that the DNC was on when school had just started. That all being said, I have read that ratings have absolutely no bearing on the outcome. Of everything I read, there was one glaring number. Ten million less people watched Romney & Ryan as did McCain & Palin!
I also read some poetry this weekend. I read Thomas, Plath, Cummings & Bukowski to name a few. It truly amazes me, how some people are able to use language. Well I'll end this babble. Not that interesting, but it's better than the crap I have going on in my life that's serious, so this is all I can muster. Maybe tomorrow someone will inspire me. I can hope.
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