Just finished watching the Denver Broncos beat the New England Patriots. Wasn't a very close game. The Patriots left their defense in the locker room. I believe most quarterbacks in the National Football League could have found open receivers in the Patriots backfield. But.........we are gonna be subjected to more Payton is God bulls---. All the hype leading up to this game has been Manning verses Brady. Guess what .....Manning didn't win any more than Brady lost this game. New England Defense couldn't stop my Mom in a wheelchair let along other professional football players. If Payton Manning had not had a good game I should of thought he had gone blind.
I am not a Manning hater, I simply tire of our obsession to worship individuals from a team sport. I do not appreciate the constant bombardment. Good job Denver Broncos. May the NFC champions kick your ass!!!!!
Sunday, January 19, 2014
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
sports stuff
Speaking of sports.....here is some thoughts.
Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, or any other individual player has never won a team sport all by themselves. Hence the word TEAM.
A-Rod is an A-Hole.
No one is the GREATEST OF ALL TIME. Time isn't over yet. The Games and Rules change as does the training and equipment. It's gotta be enough to be very good at what you do. Statistics are subject to interpretation. By that I mean, what criteria is in fact the most important?
Why don't you have to actually be IN the end-zone to score a touchdown?
Why do you actually have to be out-of-bounds to be out-of-bounds?
Why can't someone figure out how to make baseball on TV less boring?
MMA is as close to gladiatorial contests as we can get.......today!
Hows come when you have a 3 point lead with just seconds to go you don't foul the opponents so they cannot make a 3-point basket to tie the game?
Instant replay ruins the game. Officiating is part of the game.
Why do coaches and fans believe that the other team is the only ones to foul? Ever see coaches or fans complain that the other team is being screwed!
Hockey is a stupid game.
Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, or any other individual player has never won a team sport all by themselves. Hence the word TEAM.
A-Rod is an A-Hole.
No one is the GREATEST OF ALL TIME. Time isn't over yet. The Games and Rules change as does the training and equipment. It's gotta be enough to be very good at what you do. Statistics are subject to interpretation. By that I mean, what criteria is in fact the most important?
Why don't you have to actually be IN the end-zone to score a touchdown?
Why do you actually have to be out-of-bounds to be out-of-bounds?
Why can't someone figure out how to make baseball on TV less boring?
MMA is as close to gladiatorial contests as we can get.......today!
Hows come when you have a 3 point lead with just seconds to go you don't foul the opponents so they cannot make a 3-point basket to tie the game?
Instant replay ruins the game. Officiating is part of the game.
Why do coaches and fans believe that the other team is the only ones to foul? Ever see coaches or fans complain that the other team is being screwed!
Hockey is a stupid game.
Its your fault.......dumba--!
A co-worker and I were discussing sports today. We do this pretty much every day. Primary topic for today was sports and injuries. It seems that athletes today hold everyone except themselves responsible for their game related injuries. I watch and enjoy a number of sports. I have yet to find the slave leagues. By that I mean that I understand participation in sports at all levels to still be voluntary. Young athletes dream of making it to the next level where they will be treated more god-like. From early age, people that show some signs of prowess in sports are treated differently than the mere mortals around them. They enter a life of privilege and treatment of being special. The pot of gold at the base of the rainbow can be substantial. In some rare cases millions of dollars.
That being said. Why then is it someone Else's responsibility for injuries sustained in an attempt to cash in. I just imagine that playing a sport that has a certain level of physical violence associated with it is somehow no longer free choice. Lets see, I think I will be a boxer. I am sure that my opponent won't hit me over and over in the head. Or maybe I'll be a football player. After all I get to wear a helmet. No one will smack me in the head there. Naw, I'll play soccer. After all the ball is soft so when I use my head to kick it, it can't possibly do damage.
If you choose to play a sport with injuries and violence associated with it, then take responsibility for your own well being. It is not someone Else's fault. Are you so dumb as to not understand the risk involved in the reward? You are to blame!
That being said. Why then is it someone Else's responsibility for injuries sustained in an attempt to cash in. I just imagine that playing a sport that has a certain level of physical violence associated with it is somehow no longer free choice. Lets see, I think I will be a boxer. I am sure that my opponent won't hit me over and over in the head. Or maybe I'll be a football player. After all I get to wear a helmet. No one will smack me in the head there. Naw, I'll play soccer. After all the ball is soft so when I use my head to kick it, it can't possibly do damage.
If you choose to play a sport with injuries and violence associated with it, then take responsibility for your own well being. It is not someone Else's fault. Are you so dumb as to not understand the risk involved in the reward? You are to blame!
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Back at it
Its been a long time since my last words of wisdom. I fought and fought with my older laptop until I finally called uncle. I had threatened it many many times but never really had any real intent to pitch it into the street. Between being very busy at work and losing the battle with my little electronic buddy, I had not managed to keep up with this affair. Well all that is changing. I have a brand new computer. This thing has enough power to run the International Space Station. It is so fast it almost completes my thoughts. (That may not be as difficult as it once was!) It actually runs on a battery so I can use it even in the crapper.
So buckle up, I have ground to make up and politicians are a never ending source of stupidity for me to work with.
So buckle up, I have ground to make up and politicians are a never ending source of stupidity for me to work with.
Monday, September 9, 2013
Syria
Well, were at it again. Syria is experiencing inner turmoil. People are dying. As Big Brother to the world we feel compelled to stick our nose in. We, in this case, means our political leaders.
Weather or not we the public are treated to facts or fabrication is unclear. One thing I believe is that we are being pushed hard by administration personnel to react with military action. I, like a vast majority (according to polls), are against taking action which may well lead to more long term involvement in a useless conflict.
Syria has nothing to offer us. They have no necessary exports. They hold no value for us what-so-ever. Our interest appears to be our idea of morality. Apparently an idea not shared by Syria and most other Middle Eastern countries. Countries that perpetually are involved in conflict.
While I am mystified by the cruelty exhibited in these countries, I feel no responsibility to force a change. To me, it is unclear which side is a lesser evil. It is clear that neither side in the Syrian conflict has any interest in the general public of that country. Why should we?
I am tired of wasting our resources on people that do not like us.
Weather or not we the public are treated to facts or fabrication is unclear. One thing I believe is that we are being pushed hard by administration personnel to react with military action. I, like a vast majority (according to polls), are against taking action which may well lead to more long term involvement in a useless conflict.
Syria has nothing to offer us. They have no necessary exports. They hold no value for us what-so-ever. Our interest appears to be our idea of morality. Apparently an idea not shared by Syria and most other Middle Eastern countries. Countries that perpetually are involved in conflict.
While I am mystified by the cruelty exhibited in these countries, I feel no responsibility to force a change. To me, it is unclear which side is a lesser evil. It is clear that neither side in the Syrian conflict has any interest in the general public of that country. Why should we?
I am tired of wasting our resources on people that do not like us.
Monday, July 22, 2013
Stuff I learned
A woman fell out of a roller coaster in Texas. Now we have determined that some oversite is needed by the Government. What happened to COMMON SENSE? Can't find that in the Government.
The Pope is visiting Brazil. He's from South America. People are so happy. The crowds waiting along the road to see the Pope have become unruly to the point it isn't safe for him to visit. Certainly makes sense to me. (sarcasm).
George Zimmerman was found innocent in his murder trial. Some people found that a reason to riot. Obviously, trashing private and public property is an approiate response. Our system, however flawed, worked as intended. A jury (chosed by defense and prosecution) found doubt of guilt. End of story? No. It continues to be a Black and White issue. There cannot ever be an end.
With all that is happening in the world, is the best headline one about the birth of another baby in the Royal Family in England?
The best story today? A plane landing at New York wrecked and a couple people were injured slightly. Thank goodness all the rest of the worlds problems were solved earlier! (sarcasm)
Saw an advertisement for the Wounded Warrior Project. Seems wounded military people do not have all the necessary care needed. I, as a taxpayer, have no problem with giving these people all the care they need in response to what they have given serving us. Why are their needs un-met by our government?
Arizona has a Stupid Motorist Law. If you drive into a flood and require assistance to save your dumb-ass, you will get a bill. I like that.
FINALLY, the President is going to give speeches about the economy. Sounds like a good solution to me. Make sure to give those in Detroit!
The Pope is visiting Brazil. He's from South America. People are so happy. The crowds waiting along the road to see the Pope have become unruly to the point it isn't safe for him to visit. Certainly makes sense to me. (sarcasm).
George Zimmerman was found innocent in his murder trial. Some people found that a reason to riot. Obviously, trashing private and public property is an approiate response. Our system, however flawed, worked as intended. A jury (chosed by defense and prosecution) found doubt of guilt. End of story? No. It continues to be a Black and White issue. There cannot ever be an end.
With all that is happening in the world, is the best headline one about the birth of another baby in the Royal Family in England?
The best story today? A plane landing at New York wrecked and a couple people were injured slightly. Thank goodness all the rest of the worlds problems were solved earlier! (sarcasm)
Saw an advertisement for the Wounded Warrior Project. Seems wounded military people do not have all the necessary care needed. I, as a taxpayer, have no problem with giving these people all the care they need in response to what they have given serving us. Why are their needs un-met by our government?
Arizona has a Stupid Motorist Law. If you drive into a flood and require assistance to save your dumb-ass, you will get a bill. I like that.
FINALLY, the President is going to give speeches about the economy. Sounds like a good solution to me. Make sure to give those in Detroit!
stupid has rights
Rolling Stone magazine published an issue with the surviving Boston Marathon bomber on the cover. The fallout has been immense.
While I am tired of the glorification of turds like the "Bomber", I strongly support our right to free speech. The end result of Rolling Stone publishing this issue is yet to be known. Their purposed serious story is, again, well within their right, even if not the smartest thing. That is one of the beauties of living where we do. We have a right to be stupid.
I have not seen or read the article. I have no desire. I have always been of the opinion that Rolling Stone is an entertainment magazine. Therefore I have formulated the opinion their latest cover story is purely an attempt to raise circulation. It has certainly put their name on the lips of many non-readers, even if it has not raised readership.
Remember, stupid people/organizations, have rights.
While I am tired of the glorification of turds like the "Bomber", I strongly support our right to free speech. The end result of Rolling Stone publishing this issue is yet to be known. Their purposed serious story is, again, well within their right, even if not the smartest thing. That is one of the beauties of living where we do. We have a right to be stupid.
I have not seen or read the article. I have no desire. I have always been of the opinion that Rolling Stone is an entertainment magazine. Therefore I have formulated the opinion their latest cover story is purely an attempt to raise circulation. It has certainly put their name on the lips of many non-readers, even if it has not raised readership.
Remember, stupid people/organizations, have rights.
Let them eat cake.
It's been awhile since I have been here. Many reasons, none of which are valid!
Alot has been happening. Biggest news today is the impending birth of another Royal in England. Apparently, I am the only person in the world that is not holding their breath in anticipation of the historic event. I understand that I live in a country that has no tradition that rivals the chain of Monarchs that have ruled England. I am astounded at the costs associated with maintaining a Royal family that has become "for show only".
I do, however, relate Englands Royal family costs to the exhorbitant costs of maintaining a government here in America. We are always learning more about those costs. Wheather it is a vacation in Hawaii for our "Royal Family", the Obamas, or the staggering amout of money we spend on housing and transportation for Washington's political members, or the Millions we spend on Military bases that we never occupy. The similarities are there. Even to the point that our Government is mostly show, just like Britian's Royal Family.
In a time when many Countries are rebelling against their Governments, some very violently, it would seem that across the globe things are changing. General populations are becoming very tired of Government mis-management. Current economic crisis conditions are having a hugh effect on the quality of life in many regions and people are tiring and patience is becoming short. It would seem that at some point, our infatuation of the famous and wealthy might become a sore point. Remember the French Monarchy......Marie Antoniette? She never really said "let them eat cake", but her actions seemed to insinuate that behavior. In-action can have the same affect. Gonverments that continue to overspend or have become in-active may want to take a look at the growing un-rest.
We should all be able to afford to eat cake.
Alot has been happening. Biggest news today is the impending birth of another Royal in England. Apparently, I am the only person in the world that is not holding their breath in anticipation of the historic event. I understand that I live in a country that has no tradition that rivals the chain of Monarchs that have ruled England. I am astounded at the costs associated with maintaining a Royal family that has become "for show only".
I do, however, relate Englands Royal family costs to the exhorbitant costs of maintaining a government here in America. We are always learning more about those costs. Wheather it is a vacation in Hawaii for our "Royal Family", the Obamas, or the staggering amout of money we spend on housing and transportation for Washington's political members, or the Millions we spend on Military bases that we never occupy. The similarities are there. Even to the point that our Government is mostly show, just like Britian's Royal Family.
In a time when many Countries are rebelling against their Governments, some very violently, it would seem that across the globe things are changing. General populations are becoming very tired of Government mis-management. Current economic crisis conditions are having a hugh effect on the quality of life in many regions and people are tiring and patience is becoming short. It would seem that at some point, our infatuation of the famous and wealthy might become a sore point. Remember the French Monarchy......Marie Antoniette? She never really said "let them eat cake", but her actions seemed to insinuate that behavior. In-action can have the same affect. Gonverments that continue to overspend or have become in-active may want to take a look at the growing un-rest.
We should all be able to afford to eat cake.
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Just make believe
I was having a discussion the other day with some friends. We were discussing the publics fascination, almost worship of celebrities. All types of celebrities, movie stars, sports stars, TV personalities and so on and so forth. It mystifies me what there is about these people that makes us feel that they are all knowing. Are you kidding me? Just because these people ae good at something we hang on every word out of their mouth. We cannot wait to hear words of wisdom from the likes of Mel Gibson, or Ashley Judd, or the latest basketball wonderkid, or Lindsey Lohan. These people, clearly, have the answers to lifes most meaningful issues!
I am a sports fan. I enjoy the game. I simply do not care to be treated to a rehash of the game by anyone. Especially some 20 something that believes his feats rival a cure for cancer. The endless speculation about an up-coming sporting event is an assault on our intelligence, yet we cannot turn away from the sooth-sayers.
I have really enjoyed Mel Gibsons body of work over the years. His opinions are of no interest to me. Wheather or not Ashley Judd runs for political position, I could care less. Movies probably qualify her as much as most of the other BoZo's in office, but, again, I don't care. Lindsey Lohan, now there's a wast of flesh and bone. She, like others we worship, are aparently exempt from rules of approiate behavior expected of most of us. Oh yea, lets not forget the ND football player with the make-beleive girl friend. If he can't make it in the pros, I am sure NASA could use him!!! After all, Space is where most Gods reside.
In a time when planet earth is filled with real issues, it would seem to me we could all find better people to emulate and look up to. I still want to be entertained by sports and movies and Television. But I want serious answers to serious problems. I want people with real world credentials to work on the problems at hand. Leave entertainers do what they do best......make believe.
I am a sports fan. I enjoy the game. I simply do not care to be treated to a rehash of the game by anyone. Especially some 20 something that believes his feats rival a cure for cancer. The endless speculation about an up-coming sporting event is an assault on our intelligence, yet we cannot turn away from the sooth-sayers.
I have really enjoyed Mel Gibsons body of work over the years. His opinions are of no interest to me. Wheather or not Ashley Judd runs for political position, I could care less. Movies probably qualify her as much as most of the other BoZo's in office, but, again, I don't care. Lindsey Lohan, now there's a wast of flesh and bone. She, like others we worship, are aparently exempt from rules of approiate behavior expected of most of us. Oh yea, lets not forget the ND football player with the make-beleive girl friend. If he can't make it in the pros, I am sure NASA could use him!!! After all, Space is where most Gods reside.
In a time when planet earth is filled with real issues, it would seem to me we could all find better people to emulate and look up to. I still want to be entertained by sports and movies and Television. But I want serious answers to serious problems. I want people with real world credentials to work on the problems at hand. Leave entertainers do what they do best......make believe.
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
More idiots
Been really busy lately. Also, been arguing with computer some. Lots of news recently.
A couple assholes made some bombs and blew up some people during the Boston Marathon. I understand they were on some religious bend or something. One was shot dead when found and the other was wounded. Its a shame the second one survived. We will undoubtedly spend a small fortune screwing around with a trial. Never mind he has confessed. We wouldn't want to deprive him of any rights. Bullhockey!!! He wasn't concerned with the rights of others, why should we care about his.
I, again, am at a loss as to why these things happen. I don't see any way to prevent such crap. But I do tire of the endless hash and re-hash on the boob tube. There are other important events happening every day. Certainly some politician has made a blunder or two. We certainly have no shortage of other idiots to check in on.
A couple assholes made some bombs and blew up some people during the Boston Marathon. I understand they were on some religious bend or something. One was shot dead when found and the other was wounded. Its a shame the second one survived. We will undoubtedly spend a small fortune screwing around with a trial. Never mind he has confessed. We wouldn't want to deprive him of any rights. Bullhockey!!! He wasn't concerned with the rights of others, why should we care about his.
I, again, am at a loss as to why these things happen. I don't see any way to prevent such crap. But I do tire of the endless hash and re-hash on the boob tube. There are other important events happening every day. Certainly some politician has made a blunder or two. We certainly have no shortage of other idiots to check in on.
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