Today two things have come across my path that makes me question if being
a part of the human race is still possible for me.
First, a news cast this morning that told of a thwarted shooting spree at
a high school. The police caught the young perpetrators before they had a
chance to implement their heinous plan. It is horrible that so many young
people seek to use violence as an answer to whatever problem they have. That
being said, the police THWARTED the plan. Nothing happened. Yet, the statement was
made on the news that “grief counselors and therapists would be on hand” when
school started in a few days to help faculty and students through the trauma.
WHAT?? Trauma? NOTHING HAPPENED. We are creating a society of victims. When I
was growing up if something terrible ‘almost’
happened, we had a ‘moment of silence’ (i.e. prayer) and went on with our
school day. Believe me, several terrible things actually did happen and we got no
counseling what so ever and still grew up to be productive members of society.
Next I read an advice column. I love this woman. She gives the best
advice answers I have ever read. She is thoughtful, insightful and gracious.
Below is one of the questions in the column I read today:
Q. Ice Cream: My
brother eats the strawberry and chocolate part of the Neapolitan ice cream and
only leaves the vanilla part. He does it despite our protests. I’m devastated
and have received counseling for this. Is there a civil way to stop him?
A: Your
brother is dope. My grandparents used to get Neapolitan ice cream and the way
you eat it is to devour the chocolate, then toss the telltale vanilla and
strawberry mounds until all is even. As much as you may have needed therapy for
this situation, consider that if you buy a couple of quarts of chocolate it
might divert your brother from the Neapolitan. But if that doesn’t work, try to
stay civil while you explore the possibility of a civil suit.
I can’t make myself believe that this is a serious question. I
can’t make myself believe that she gave a serious answer. Maybe she was trying to keep her readers on their
toes. But if an individual can’t sort out their problems about ice cream, needs
therapy about it, and then still needs to question an advice columnist – this world
is in SERIOUS trouble.
Excuse me now. I just quit my job. I am packing my stuff and
moving to the woods to become a hermit.
Yes !! We need a cave duplex!!!
ReplyDeleteHow in the world is it possible for stupid to exponentially 'bloom' at such an alarming rate these days?
This is supposed to be the "Information Age"!
'Stupid' is an unaddressed pandemic!
I am trembling... "Please God, protect my family from 'stupid'. Let the stupid virus pass over our family and those we love. Help those with remaining intelligence find a cure before wisdom is obliterated and becomes just a 'Remember When' article in the tabloid magazines." Amen.
Thanks for posting.
I couldn't have said it better myself. I will repeat your prayer daily! :)
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