The Stupidity is Overwhelming!

      So I was thinking of stuff to write about today, and when I do that I browse online at articles or topics of interest. Well, today must have been one of those days where the world simultaneously quit using their brains, and all their stupid fell out. Instead of writing about just one thing, I have decided to include links to the few things that made me a) slap my forehead, b) roll my eyes, or c) do both while shaking my head and calling people idiots :) I swear I'm a nice person!! :) So enjoy these with me!

Does Paul Ryan's Black Ex- Girlfriend matter?  Answer: Who cares what color she is. Would it be a big deal if she wasn't black? No. If race matters then ask our President what worked for him. Because it certainly wasn't a negative voter issue four years ago. I'm not the best blogger in the world, but if you are going to be a political correspondent, like the author of said article, turn your brain on before your computer and you will be much more successful.

Would you pay $10 for a can of air from Paris? Answer: Who cares if it's from Paris. I personally think it is ridiculous that people would waste their money on this. It has air from the Louvre?!! Gee, no thanks. That won't mix well with the hardened criminal air I get for free from Detroit :)

The Oakland Press Police Blotter. A whole bunch of ridiculous rolled into one, neat, little article.
    
     If you have an idiot of the day moment, please share. I do enjoy a good laugh!!
    

Coexisting: How hard is it, really?

     With all of the recent shootings, and crimes against others because of differing opinions and lifestyles, it made me wonder what was so hard about accepting the fact that not everyone will ever or always agree. The most narrow minded people claim to be the most open minded and accepting of others lifestyle choices, opinions, etc. People say they coexist, but do they really?

     I was born and raised Baptist. I was brought up on the teachings of the Bible, and my Pastor is one of the greatest people I know. But I will be the first to admit that Christians are no better when it comes to saying they accept and love people for who they are, then turn around and tear a person down because they are gay, drink, smoke cigarettes, have children and sex out of wedlock, etc. Do we not remember the days of religious persecution?

      I coexist. I am an open minded Christian that believes that whatever the people of the world believe to be their personal faith or religion, somebody is right. Somebody is wrong. Who knows? We could all be right or all be wrong. But I will not live my life persecuting others and turning my back on my fellow man because we may not agree on the ways of the world.

     Who are we to judge? Isn't that what the Bible says? (Matthew 7) I once dated an atheist and not once did we ever get into an argument about which of us was "right" or "wrong". I never forced my beliefs on him and he didn't force his. People that knew me (both Christian and non) judged me for dating someone that wasn't a Christian like myself. We broke up eventually, but I found out shortly after that that he had become a Christian. People can and do leave a lasting impression.

     Even if you are not a Christian, don't believe in God, or have any kind of faith based practices, who are you to judge those that do? Live and let live. We need to quit scoffing and sticking our noses up at people who, God forbid, don't agree with us. Did you ever pause to think that some people just simply don't understand? Next time you are in a conversation with someone with different opinions and world views, respect them and accept the fact that you don't agree. It's amazing the response you will get. Love and respect go a lot further than hate and disparagement.

     So I ask, How hard is it to coexist? It's not.

Q & A: Why not?

     I have often been told that I am a good listener and that I give sound advice. That compliment is usually met with surprise (from me) and an internal thought of, Really?

      It makes me wonder how and why people seem to think that. And the only answer I can come up with is that while I am subtly nosy, I know that it helps to keep your mouth shut when someone is really trying to talk to you. I am glad people enjoy talking to me.

     But I also enjoy picking people's brains. So much so that I find myself apologizing for my intrusion, but that doesn't stop me. I want to turn the tables. I like hearing about things that make people tick, or topics that liked to be discussed, or opinions that are either the same or differ from mine. I like conversations where from the outside looking in it looks like a debate, but in reality it is just two people that appreciate the fact that just because we may not totally agree doesn't mean we should stop what is turning into an awesome conversation.

     So back to the table turning. I tend to digress :) I want you to pick my brain. Ask me a question. Suggest a topic you would like to read about. I will put in the research then offer you my unique point of view. I will answer your question through email or blog post. I want to have the biggest ongoing conversation with as many people in as many countries as possible. Here is my email: wrkingrl83@yahoo.com.

     Send me comments, suggestions, ideas, etc. I look forward to hearing from you!!!