How many times have you had a problem with your computer or network or some other electronic device and had to call their 24 hour help line? How many times have you spoken to some one located in the United States and how many times have you spoken to someone in India or other country?
I can remember when you would see an ad on television for a certain computer company illustrating how their technical support was there 24/7. The actors were English speaking, without an accent. Now, don't get me wrong, I have no problem utilizing the help centers when I can understand them, but too often their accents can be too heavy.
It speaks to another problem, computer companies, electronic companies and others out sourcing their technical centers to foreign countries. I know that we are in a global economy, turn on any news show or pick up a newspaper or magazine and that's all we hear. This is my point, shouldn't we be taking care of our own first, and then help out others? Now, it seems like we help out everyone at our own expense.
I know that this is not a politically correct statement, but I am tired of having to be politically correct. We need to rebuild this country and we can't when American Businesses keep sending jobs out of this country. We all need to let our voice be heard and let Big Business and Congress know that we are tired of the bull shit that keeps coming down the pike.
Monday, September 20, 2010
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Prohibition of Marijuana
During the time of Al Capone, we learnt the hard way that when you prohibit something, it just makes people want it more. People became rich during Prohibition by making and selling alcohol. There were Speak Easy's and bathtub gin in small and large towns around the country. The one thing that we came out of all of the police raids, shoot outs and corruption, is that Prohibition DID NOT WORK!
This country has spent billions of dollars fighting the war on drugs. A large majority to that has been spent on stopping the growing and selling of marijuana. There have been study after study on the impact of "weed" on health, short term memory, so on and so on. How many times have you heard that, "If you smoke pot, it will lead to stronger drugs".
If you spend enough money to have a study done, then you can twist the numbers how ever you want, it's call statistics. It really can be outrageous how much money has been spent on these studies. Thank you Congress.
If you speak with an officer of the law, off the record, quite a few will tell you that busting people with small amounts of weed, is a waste of money, time and it ties the court system up. They would rather be arresting people out there who are committing more grievous crimes. They would rather be going after dealers of crack, heroin and other hard drugs. Some feel that if weed war legalized that we would be able to hurt the drug cartels. It does give you pause, when you thing that we could actually hurt the drug cartels.
What is the answer to the prohibition of marijuana? Is there even a real answer? What I do know, is that what we have been doing is not working. Maybe it is time to make the growing of marijuana for personal use legal. Maybe it is time to end the Prohibition of Marijuana all together.
This country has spent billions of dollars fighting the war on drugs. A large majority to that has been spent on stopping the growing and selling of marijuana. There have been study after study on the impact of "weed" on health, short term memory, so on and so on. How many times have you heard that, "If you smoke pot, it will lead to stronger drugs".
If you spend enough money to have a study done, then you can twist the numbers how ever you want, it's call statistics. It really can be outrageous how much money has been spent on these studies. Thank you Congress.
If you speak with an officer of the law, off the record, quite a few will tell you that busting people with small amounts of weed, is a waste of money, time and it ties the court system up. They would rather be arresting people out there who are committing more grievous crimes. They would rather be going after dealers of crack, heroin and other hard drugs. Some feel that if weed war legalized that we would be able to hurt the drug cartels. It does give you pause, when you thing that we could actually hurt the drug cartels.
What is the answer to the prohibition of marijuana? Is there even a real answer? What I do know, is that what we have been doing is not working. Maybe it is time to make the growing of marijuana for personal use legal. Maybe it is time to end the Prohibition of Marijuana all together.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Where Have All Our Leaders Gone?
Americans elected politicians to make hard decisions for our country. We put our faith and trust in these individuals with the hope that they will stand up for us and make hard decisions. We hope that they will have our best interests at heart. But, here is the questions, Where have all our leaders gone?
These so called leaders seem more concerned with their own agenda and with there own pocketbooks then with what most Americans are facing. They have sold this country down the river. They throw words like global economy, climate change, and stimulus around. But, when do they stand up for us, the people who put them into office?
They want to take our personal freedoms away from us. Oh, they say it's for our own good, but it's still an infringement on our Constitutional Freedoms. Piece by piece they are tearing our country apart.
Real leaders stand up for and by the Constitution. Real leaders fight for us, even if their colleagues are against them. Real leaders put Americans first, not others countries. Real leaders wouldn't let American Businesses take their corporations and manufacturing operations out of this country, just to make larger profits. A real leader has the guts to make hard decisions. Real leaders would listen to the American People.
So, where have all our leaders gone? The hard truth is, that we don't have any. They are too concerned with putting money into their pockets. They are too concerned with lecture and media tours. They are too concerned about themselves to be true leaders.
These so called leaders seem more concerned with their own agenda and with there own pocketbooks then with what most Americans are facing. They have sold this country down the river. They throw words like global economy, climate change, and stimulus around. But, when do they stand up for us, the people who put them into office?
They want to take our personal freedoms away from us. Oh, they say it's for our own good, but it's still an infringement on our Constitutional Freedoms. Piece by piece they are tearing our country apart.
Real leaders stand up for and by the Constitution. Real leaders fight for us, even if their colleagues are against them. Real leaders put Americans first, not others countries. Real leaders wouldn't let American Businesses take their corporations and manufacturing operations out of this country, just to make larger profits. A real leader has the guts to make hard decisions. Real leaders would listen to the American People.
So, where have all our leaders gone? The hard truth is, that we don't have any. They are too concerned with putting money into their pockets. They are too concerned with lecture and media tours. They are too concerned about themselves to be true leaders.
Monday, September 13, 2010
The Evolution Of A Family
After getting married, my husband and I couldn't wait to start our family. Being young and in love we just knew that we were going to be wonderful parents and that our children would be outstanding. That being said, we didn't have a clue what we were getting into, we learnt the hard way that there is no "Handbook For Raising Children". Now, don't get me wrong, there are tons of how to books, but none of them can really help you raise children and help you face the hardships that come along with raising a family.
We struggled with lack of money, cultural differences (he was from the north and I had been raised in the south, he was catholic and I was not), we lived with his family and mine was 500 miles away. We rarely agreed on anything to do with how we were going to raise our children. But, one thing that we did agree on was that divorce was not an option. We were committed to staying together.
We fought and argued, we laughed and cried but most of all we loved each other and our children. We made a lot of mistakes and we got a few things right. We created 3 wonderful and loving children. We survived the lose of our first born to cancer when he was young. We made it through the pain and suffering that goes along with chemotherapy and radiation therapy and the news that it didn't work.
We separated and came back together because we loved each other and our children. We helped each other reach for the stars and held each other when we came crashing down to earth. We held our family together through pray, hope and stubbornness.
We survived our daughters rebellious years when we didn't know if she was alive or dead. We each dealt with the pain in our own way but always as parents. We survived the lose of our own parents, and grandparents. We did the best that we could do.
Then something happened, at some point, our children suddenly turned into young adults. Our daughter came back into our lives and has turned out to be a truly amazing woman. She is strong willed still, but has taken that and turned it from a negative to a positive. She is a loving, caring and giving person that I am proud to say, "She's My Daughter and My Best Friend". My son is finally finding his way, after a few false starts, he is slowing coming into his own.
So, what have we learned? That no family is perfect, that parents don't have all the answers, that children become human again once they hit their early 20's. We have learned that fighting for your family is worth more than anything money can buy. We have evolved into a loving and caring family that cares about each other and that we can be individuals and still be a family.
We struggled with lack of money, cultural differences (he was from the north and I had been raised in the south, he was catholic and I was not), we lived with his family and mine was 500 miles away. We rarely agreed on anything to do with how we were going to raise our children. But, one thing that we did agree on was that divorce was not an option. We were committed to staying together.
We fought and argued, we laughed and cried but most of all we loved each other and our children. We made a lot of mistakes and we got a few things right. We created 3 wonderful and loving children. We survived the lose of our first born to cancer when he was young. We made it through the pain and suffering that goes along with chemotherapy and radiation therapy and the news that it didn't work.
We separated and came back together because we loved each other and our children. We helped each other reach for the stars and held each other when we came crashing down to earth. We held our family together through pray, hope and stubbornness.
We survived our daughters rebellious years when we didn't know if she was alive or dead. We each dealt with the pain in our own way but always as parents. We survived the lose of our own parents, and grandparents. We did the best that we could do.
Then something happened, at some point, our children suddenly turned into young adults. Our daughter came back into our lives and has turned out to be a truly amazing woman. She is strong willed still, but has taken that and turned it from a negative to a positive. She is a loving, caring and giving person that I am proud to say, "She's My Daughter and My Best Friend". My son is finally finding his way, after a few false starts, he is slowing coming into his own.
So, what have we learned? That no family is perfect, that parents don't have all the answers, that children become human again once they hit their early 20's. We have learned that fighting for your family is worth more than anything money can buy. We have evolved into a loving and caring family that cares about each other and that we can be individuals and still be a family.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Your Vote and the Mid Term Elections
The mid term elections are fast approaching, and along with that comes all the hype from those running for election and the media. The politicians are all shouting out what they have done and what they will do. The media personalities are spinning the hype.
As Americans, we need to send a strong message to Congress and to Washington as a whole. Mess with the American People and we will take back our government. The best way to do this, vote every incumbent out of office, no matter what party you may be affiliated with. It really doesn't matter if you are a Democrat or a Republican, we need to clean house!
Members of Congress have taken advantage of the Average American for too many years. They vote themselves raises, hand out money for crazy pork belly projects, and generally keep taking more and more of our money. Congress was never meant to be a full time job, and certainly not one that you retire from with a fat check.
Now, as never before we must get out and vote. The mid term elections can and should be our opening volley. We need to take charge of our government and this must be our first step. Please come out and vote and let your voice be heard.
As Americans, we need to send a strong message to Congress and to Washington as a whole. Mess with the American People and we will take back our government. The best way to do this, vote every incumbent out of office, no matter what party you may be affiliated with. It really doesn't matter if you are a Democrat or a Republican, we need to clean house!
Members of Congress have taken advantage of the Average American for too many years. They vote themselves raises, hand out money for crazy pork belly projects, and generally keep taking more and more of our money. Congress was never meant to be a full time job, and certainly not one that you retire from with a fat check.
Now, as never before we must get out and vote. The mid term elections can and should be our opening volley. We need to take charge of our government and this must be our first step. Please come out and vote and let your voice be heard.
Monday, September 6, 2010
A Celebration of Labor During a Labor Crisis
A large majority of Americans are enjoying Labor Day festivities today. It is ironic that while many are enjoying back yard barbeque's, picnics and other family get to gathers, that a large majority of Americans are still unemployed. So while many of us are celebrating this weekend, others are just trying to get by.
This country continues to be in a labor crisis and there doesn't seem to be an end in sight. Politicians continue to play us against each other and definitely refuse to take any responsibility for this crisis. Why is it so hard for them to own up to their mistakes. If you take the time to speak with the general populace, then you can learn some hard truths that we have seen and had to deal with on a daily basis.
So, if on this Labor Day you are celebrating with family and friends, please keep in mind those Americans who continue to be unemployed and who are struggling in the current economy.
This country continues to be in a labor crisis and there doesn't seem to be an end in sight. Politicians continue to play us against each other and definitely refuse to take any responsibility for this crisis. Why is it so hard for them to own up to their mistakes. If you take the time to speak with the general populace, then you can learn some hard truths that we have seen and had to deal with on a daily basis.
So, if on this Labor Day you are celebrating with family and friends, please keep in mind those Americans who continue to be unemployed and who are struggling in the current economy.
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Healthcare Crisis
If you have been in the Emergency Room or had a hospital visit recently, you have been exposed to the crisis in health care. It starts when you walk in the door, it's all about your health insurance and or your ability to pay. Insurance companies and for profit hospitals have destroyed the American Health care System.
Once upon a time health care was about caring for the patient. If you didn't have health insurance you could work out a payment plan that was sensible and equitable on both parts. Now, if you can't afford insurance and you have to make a trip to the ER, you can bet that you will receive threatening letters and phone calls from the hospital billing office. Within a short period of time, your credit will be in the toilet. Thank you big business for helping destroy the health care system.
The health care crisis has so many parts and this is just one part of the pie. Congress allowed hospitals to penalize working class citizens for their inability to pay a hospital bill. Until Congress gets off their high horse and fix their past mistakes, more and more Americans will be faced with mounting health care costs and bad credit.
Once upon a time health care was about caring for the patient. If you didn't have health insurance you could work out a payment plan that was sensible and equitable on both parts. Now, if you can't afford insurance and you have to make a trip to the ER, you can bet that you will receive threatening letters and phone calls from the hospital billing office. Within a short period of time, your credit will be in the toilet. Thank you big business for helping destroy the health care system.
The health care crisis has so many parts and this is just one part of the pie. Congress allowed hospitals to penalize working class citizens for their inability to pay a hospital bill. Until Congress gets off their high horse and fix their past mistakes, more and more Americans will be faced with mounting health care costs and bad credit.
Friday, September 3, 2010
John Cusack's Ranting Tweet and Fox News
Driving home from work tonight I was entertained once again by the carrying on of a member of Hollywood and his verbal assault on Fox News. While some might find this verbal ranting funny, I find it a sign of the times.
Why is it that people pay so much attention to the liberal members of Hollywood? Why is it that members of Hollywood make a point to rant and rave at Fox News? Now, while we all have the Constitutional Right to Free Speech, we do not have the Right to encourage others to do bodily harm to others.
We can encourage people to avoid watching a media outlet if we disagree with their political views or views on society. We can voice our outrage, we can write letters or simply turn the channel if we choose. But, it makes me ill to think of an individual encouraging possible harm of death to others.
While John Cusack may be entertaining to watch in a movie, he definitely overstepped himself with his comments regarding Fox News. Personally, I feel that he should offer an apology to members of Fox News and should retract his encouragement of physical confrontation. Death is not a joke and his remarks were horrific and he should be ashamed to tweeting something so vile.
Why is it that people pay so much attention to the liberal members of Hollywood? Why is it that members of Hollywood make a point to rant and rave at Fox News? Now, while we all have the Constitutional Right to Free Speech, we do not have the Right to encourage others to do bodily harm to others.
We can encourage people to avoid watching a media outlet if we disagree with their political views or views on society. We can voice our outrage, we can write letters or simply turn the channel if we choose. But, it makes me ill to think of an individual encouraging possible harm of death to others.
While John Cusack may be entertaining to watch in a movie, he definitely overstepped himself with his comments regarding Fox News. Personally, I feel that he should offer an apology to members of Fox News and should retract his encouragement of physical confrontation. Death is not a joke and his remarks were horrific and he should be ashamed to tweeting something so vile.
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