There is something that needs to be shared with the people of the United States of America. It should probably be a personal announcement, but I cannot start a sentence with “I”, both a special challenge and something that is taught in creative writing. Sure, it can be gotten around by starting with “But”, such as “But I”, however, everyone would know it was cheating. So what to do? Here we go….
Have you noticed that when you ask for something and you get it, no one says “you are welcome.” You’re welcome has disappeared. Remember when saying, “you’re welcome”, was simply good manners – which have mostly disappeared along with “you’re welcome”. It saddens me to announce that “you’re welcome” has been replaced by “no problem”. And it’s not just a kid thing. Adults are substituting “you’re welcome” with, “no problem.”
What is so attractive about “no problem?” It implies that there was a problem and now it’s not a problem. Seems like a stretch or a big Duh! Are there other issues that are a big duh? Of course there are. Take for example, (please), the protests over the Ferguson, and Garner protests. If this sentence were start with “I”, I would tell all those peaceful protestors how terrific I think they are. There is never any social change unless there are well coordinated movements that encourage people to go out on the street. For whatever reason, overt action is more effective than just sitting on the computer.
This morning the teachers from Newtown, Ct. talked about their effort to prevent anyone who is not a police officer or some authorized official person to have an assault weapon.
They talked how the need to wear seat belts and stop smoking cigarettes became public service campaigns. They felt gun control could be part of the public conversation – despite the large and rich NRA lobbying effort, In the same way, protests about issues that deal with injustice, are important and I hope, effective. Does that mean there will be a rethink of what happened in either case.
It’s the end of football season. There have been decisions about college champions, and final games for the NFC and AFC teams. Football is one of my passions. Admittedly, the college football games are my preference. They are far more fun and exciting. However,
I also love professional football or at least a few teams. More sharing, the Pat’s, Greenbay, and Seattle are my favorite teams. Washington, is my least favorite. I always root for the NY teams, although it seems not to be helping, and there is a special place in my heart for Miami. But all of this sharing appears to be a big , “so what?”
The important things to remember about this blob is that language can change, actions can determine outcomes, and wouldn’t it be nice if there was a spring as well as winter football league (which hopefully will happen sooner than later, in someplace other than Texas High Schools). Oh, and when someone suggests to you that people kill people, not guns, go ahead with the biggest belly laugh you can muster.
If you can make it to Newburgh on Sunday the 21st of December, come and share in our celebration of David’s 2014 Winter Olympic pictures. From 2-6pm, at the Gallery Schubes - 50 Front Street, second floor. On the waterfront – it’s beautiful. Take a ride! We're just sayin'... Iris
Have you noticed that when you ask for something and you get it, no one says “you are welcome.” You’re welcome has disappeared. Remember when saying, “you’re welcome”, was simply good manners – which have mostly disappeared along with “you’re welcome”. It saddens me to announce that “you’re welcome” has been replaced by “no problem”. And it’s not just a kid thing. Adults are substituting “you’re welcome” with, “no problem.”
What is so attractive about “no problem?” It implies that there was a problem and now it’s not a problem. Seems like a stretch or a big Duh! Are there other issues that are a big duh? Of course there are. Take for example, (please), the protests over the Ferguson, and Garner protests. If this sentence were start with “I”, I would tell all those peaceful protestors how terrific I think they are. There is never any social change unless there are well coordinated movements that encourage people to go out on the street. For whatever reason, overt action is more effective than just sitting on the computer.
This morning the teachers from Newtown, Ct. talked about their effort to prevent anyone who is not a police officer or some authorized official person to have an assault weapon.
They talked how the need to wear seat belts and stop smoking cigarettes became public service campaigns. They felt gun control could be part of the public conversation – despite the large and rich NRA lobbying effort, In the same way, protests about issues that deal with injustice, are important and I hope, effective. Does that mean there will be a rethink of what happened in either case.
It’s the end of football season. There have been decisions about college champions, and final games for the NFC and AFC teams. Football is one of my passions. Admittedly, the college football games are my preference. They are far more fun and exciting. However,
I also love professional football or at least a few teams. More sharing, the Pat’s, Greenbay, and Seattle are my favorite teams. Washington, is my least favorite. I always root for the NY teams, although it seems not to be helping, and there is a special place in my heart for Miami. But all of this sharing appears to be a big , “so what?”
The important things to remember about this blob is that language can change, actions can determine outcomes, and wouldn’t it be nice if there was a spring as well as winter football league (which hopefully will happen sooner than later, in someplace other than Texas High Schools). Oh, and when someone suggests to you that people kill people, not guns, go ahead with the biggest belly laugh you can muster.
If you can make it to Newburgh on Sunday the 21st of December, come and share in our celebration of David’s 2014 Winter Olympic pictures. From 2-6pm, at the Gallery Schubes - 50 Front Street, second floor. On the waterfront – it’s beautiful. Take a ride! We're just sayin'... Iris
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