Wednesday, November 30, 2011
My freedom will expand mightily when...
I'm less prone to be terrorized by fair discomfort and failure opr not looking good in the eyes of and in the opinions of others!
My Confidence is still shaky...
In timesa of high stress, tension and crisis, I still tenaciously cling to tjhe belief that others working on my behalf will be more successful in getting a great result that I will work for or advocating for myself!
The Season is---- and God is still God
God measures nme by how committed and faithful I am to Him. I do not get to grade Him based on how gentle and easy my life appears to be to me at any given moment!
I stumbled to it...
I'm not typing this on my own computer, but I've actually posted 200 blog entries now in a calender month!
Sometime people give up due to pain and getting scratched up
a bit too much!
When you win and acoomplish, Do the bumbs and bruises really matter that much. I think you notice them far MORE when you fail to achieve.
- Johnnny-
When you win and acoomplish, Do the bumbs and bruises really matter that much. I think you notice them far MORE when you fail to achieve.
- Johnnny-
Monday, November 28, 2011
Debt - How should we deal with those not likely to be able to find a way out?
A Good friend, one of the most principled and consistent people I've ever known, will say that the only way that the poorest among us are likely to improve their lives is by borrowing to purchase the best education possible with the best career and salary potential and then getting the utmost out of those educational opportunities.
I think she has a good point. Yet. Others will argue the "best laid plans" arguments. The student does not do well in school , the temptations of a distant school are more than they can handle, they discover that this " sure ticket to success field " is not for them etc.
So, Then, They aren't doing well and they have a severe debt to deal with? Thus, Was it prudent to have opened this " Pandora's Box" in the FIRST Place.
So, How do you weigh in on this debate? How well do you need to know the risk and the chances of success, based on that INDIVIDUAL, before you advocate that someone borrow money to get a higher education?
- Johnny -
I think she has a good point. Yet. Others will argue the "best laid plans" arguments. The student does not do well in school , the temptations of a distant school are more than they can handle, they discover that this " sure ticket to success field " is not for them etc.
So, Then, They aren't doing well and they have a severe debt to deal with? Thus, Was it prudent to have opened this " Pandora's Box" in the FIRST Place.
So, How do you weigh in on this debate? How well do you need to know the risk and the chances of success, based on that INDIVIDUAL, before you advocate that someone borrow money to get a higher education?
- Johnny -
NASA is now recruiting and hiring Astronauts.
As NASA's Manned Space Flight Program is now moribund and as No Florida Launches are now scheduled and as there are limited opportunities for our Astronauts to fly in the programs of others, Is there a good reason to energetically try to expand The US Pool of Astronauts?
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Self- Love and Self- Valuing!
These are two values that need to become a daily factor of who I am and need to show up as I deal with others!
- Johnny-
- Johnny-
Disbelief can be so time wasting.
Denying what is obviously so, ESPECIALLY once you KNOW that it is exactly so is a purposeless and pathetic waste of time! When you do so, You are, in fact engaging in at best denial and at worst a most stubborn form of DIS belief!
True to what you believe and simply who you just are!
As I've noted a few times this fall, I'm now in the midst of an 18 month Renaissance. I want to remove who I've allowed myself to become and be for more focused upon who I am. It has been interesting as I've reflected a lot about what I genuinely like, what I genuinely desire to do and truly learning what my abilities are. talents are and what I'm capable of!
I'm seeing, all too clearly that I'm far too fear based and I'm an extreme people pleaser, This means, too often that I don't care enough about who I am and what I'm capable of if I think being that way will displease and offend others .
This needs to be dealt with--- that is becoming painfully clear to me!
I'm seeing, all too clearly that I'm far too fear based and I'm an extreme people pleaser, This means, too often that I don't care enough about who I am and what I'm capable of if I think being that way will displease and offend others .
This needs to be dealt with--- that is becoming painfully clear to me!
Saturday, November 26, 2011
I'm delighted and the planned nap ain't gonna happen.
Some naps, clearly, might just serve as a way of navigating life and making time pass without doing anything with it rather than plunging in a full loving, and enjoyable manner and taking advantage of life and the possibilities of THIS!!! moment!
- Johnny-
- Johnny-
Christmas Day as Opening Day.
It looks like Christmas Day will also serve as opening day / night for the ( Barely) 2011/ 2012 NBA Season. The NFL Season, after their lock out has provided a rather ragged and not really impressive season.
Is making Christmas Opening Day likely to add gasps from fans and shaking of heads rather than adding to Holiday cheer and adding smiles on Christmas Day.
It will all prove quite interesting, I believe.
Is making Christmas Opening Day likely to add gasps from fans and shaking of heads rather than adding to Holiday cheer and adding smiles on Christmas Day.
It will all prove quite interesting, I believe.
Frazzled at the Unraveling!
Those who fail to to plan and always try to operate" in the moment"- as in " I'm not GOING to plan. I will just show up and go with the flow!"
Yet, When things go wrong for the meticulous planner - When The Lap Top that you know is reliable and has been tested balks at displaying your power point. When you are told that your presentation will be before some outside visitors as well as those you have planned to address! When you are told that the Boss has decided that you are going to present for 2 hours and your prepared for a half hour, Even the best planners may find themselves without any good idea as to what do next. They may find themselves devoid of any idea that they trust will work well, be impressive and well-received.
So, You need to be at your best, impressive and splendid and circumstances have conspired to sabotage and shred your trusted and well-designed " game plan", What are you likely to do now, right now??
- Johnny -
Yet, When things go wrong for the meticulous planner - When The Lap Top that you know is reliable and has been tested balks at displaying your power point. When you are told that your presentation will be before some outside visitors as well as those you have planned to address! When you are told that the Boss has decided that you are going to present for 2 hours and your prepared for a half hour, Even the best planners may find themselves without any good idea as to what do next. They may find themselves devoid of any idea that they trust will work well, be impressive and well-received.
So, You need to be at your best, impressive and splendid and circumstances have conspired to sabotage and shred your trusted and well-designed " game plan", What are you likely to do now, right now??
- Johnny -
Are people who are softspoken, principled, orderly, calm, self-disciplined...
and self -controlled on The Day BEFORE Thanksgiving likely to BECOME raving, menacing, out- of -control do what I gotta do shoppers the day AFTER Thanksgiving?
It seems character is usually truly revealed when it seems like you can act out, get away with it and not likely to be stopped , held to account and made to deal with the CONSEQUENCES of your actions. Mobs and mass activities seem to be great cover for those who hide well who they TRULY are and what they are actually capable of!
One of the Things that I get out of AA is that just stopping drinking while a GOOD thing to do is just a FIRST step towards living better and insufficient in and of itself. You have to look at who you are, and be willing to accept yourself as you are while purposing NOT to remain that way. It is said that the " Same Drunk will Drink again! "
So, AA does advocate that truly living sober and living within the gift of serenity isn't a matter of what you stop doing it is ALSO what you START doing and decide, day after day, to CONTINUE to do!
There is additionally a truism that reminds us that " True Character is ultimately revealed by how you act when you BELIEVE that NO ONE is watching You.!"
- Johnny-
It seems character is usually truly revealed when it seems like you can act out, get away with it and not likely to be stopped , held to account and made to deal with the CONSEQUENCES of your actions. Mobs and mass activities seem to be great cover for those who hide well who they TRULY are and what they are actually capable of!
One of the Things that I get out of AA is that just stopping drinking while a GOOD thing to do is just a FIRST step towards living better and insufficient in and of itself. You have to look at who you are, and be willing to accept yourself as you are while purposing NOT to remain that way. It is said that the " Same Drunk will Drink again! "
So, AA does advocate that truly living sober and living within the gift of serenity isn't a matter of what you stop doing it is ALSO what you START doing and decide, day after day, to CONTINUE to do!
There is additionally a truism that reminds us that " True Character is ultimately revealed by how you act when you BELIEVE that NO ONE is watching You.!"
- Johnny-
Friday, November 25, 2011
This year, Lord, Please touch my heart in a way that will have me see Christmas...
in a new, dynamic, powerful and life- changing way, Please permanently change how I view Christmas!
This has been a year of discoveries and stretching
I disdain myself and my progress when I neglect how much I have gained throughout 2011!
Toastmasters can be a place of Courage
When people free themselves from their terror of Public Speaking, They become stromger and more able!
Support Small Business Saturday!
That is what i just learned tomorrow is. Tysons dominates this area but it is not a great place to get to or shop. Overcrowded and very overpriced!
It is hard, tho, to figure out where the best places are to shop.
It is hard, tho, to figure out where the best places are to shop.
This weekend is a good time to prepare for Christmas Spiritually!
It would be wise to prepare myself to actually have a dynamic and grand December.
I need to be thankful tonight for a slow computer!
It frustrates me but it is what I can afford right now. Just because something is better, quicker and more efficient does not mean it MUST be mine!
Is Delayed Gratification always a good thing?
Delayed Gratification is usually considered a treasured value for most of us! This is a sign of maturity- usually of waiting until you can afford it if it is purchase item. Or, Waiting until you can devote the proper time and attention to a person or to a purpose or to a commitment.
Yet, Is it possible that delayed gratification can build up frustration or cause someone to " stew " and be overly frustrated from the longing?
Is there a way to judge when, perhaps, delayed gratification has become more of an issue and a problem rather than a virtue?
- Johnny-
Yet, Is it possible that delayed gratification can build up frustration or cause someone to " stew " and be overly frustrated from the longing?
Is there a way to judge when, perhaps, delayed gratification has become more of an issue and a problem rather than a virtue?
- Johnny-
Being Cautious.
Is it better to allow your desire to play with a " New TOY" to get you to rush and create a problem or to proceed slowly and be satisfied with the EVENTUAL result?
For the moment, I'm choosing the slower pace!
For the moment, I'm choosing the slower pace!
Having Bright and Contentious and Well-Informed and Well- Educated Friends is a true honor.
The Friends that can argue with you intensely and without quarter and yet still love you, care about you, support you and want the best for you are GIFTS OF SPLENDOR in this SEASON and in EVERY!!! season!
Today---
The Turkey and Ham and all that accompanied them indeed were tremendous. Enjoy today for what it is. A Sour Life is lived when you do not take the best of what the day you are in places before you!
Thursday, November 24, 2011
A Great Meal and Great Conversation
I did not watch football but what a blessed day, It is good to lose yourself in fun, faith, conversation and a celebration of life!
Listening to the message and Not weighing the manner of its' presentation.
Neither the Tea Partiers nor the Occupiers are close to being perfect They each have a few leaders who are more centered upon their reputations and future than serving those they lead.
I also fervently believe that there are people there, how many would have no way they are who are committed , ardent and true believers. They are fully committed to the idea that their cause is right , just, proper and the way things need to be, the way our nation needs to be operated, governed and the way our society SHOULD serve its' citizens.
I am told that at Tea Party protests that permits for the area where they are going to be held MUST be properly- dotting all the I's and crossing all the T's- filled out WELL! in advance. In Washington, They made payments to The Public Transit Operators in DC to cover extra expenses for services that they had to extend to accommodate the Tea Partiers..
The leaders of these rallies were told that they would have to pay for police overtime. They listened respectfully to speakers. They ruthlessly policed the area and properly disposed of their trash. They challenged disruptive protesters within their own ranks, Verbally challenging them , destroying signs that were deemed inappropriate and inoffensive, Did they get them all, likely not, but they made that exercise a part of their operating plan. People who would not behaved were denounced and told to leave.
The Occupiers took over private property in part- not always with the concurrence of those who owned those properties. They overwhelmed local services. They did not bring in suitable toilets until fairly late in the game, They not only kept people, going about their lawful tasks including going to work They also were not paying any one or reimbursing anyone for any overtime costs needed to be paid out to deal with their protests.
The Throwing of containers filled with liquid and solid human wastes at police seems to be , above all , what separates the view people have of The Tea Party protesters when compared to The view they have of The Occupy Protestors. This seems to cause people to express distaste, repulsion and offense toward The people who throw these containers and the fact that no one , within the Occupy ranks, is challenging these waste throwers.
So, What is the best way to consider the message being given as opposed to how that message is presented?
I also fervently believe that there are people there, how many would have no way they are who are committed , ardent and true believers. They are fully committed to the idea that their cause is right , just, proper and the way things need to be, the way our nation needs to be operated, governed and the way our society SHOULD serve its' citizens.
I am told that at Tea Party protests that permits for the area where they are going to be held MUST be properly- dotting all the I's and crossing all the T's- filled out WELL! in advance. In Washington, They made payments to The Public Transit Operators in DC to cover extra expenses for services that they had to extend to accommodate the Tea Partiers..
The leaders of these rallies were told that they would have to pay for police overtime. They listened respectfully to speakers. They ruthlessly policed the area and properly disposed of their trash. They challenged disruptive protesters within their own ranks, Verbally challenging them , destroying signs that were deemed inappropriate and inoffensive, Did they get them all, likely not, but they made that exercise a part of their operating plan. People who would not behaved were denounced and told to leave.
The Occupiers took over private property in part- not always with the concurrence of those who owned those properties. They overwhelmed local services. They did not bring in suitable toilets until fairly late in the game, They not only kept people, going about their lawful tasks including going to work They also were not paying any one or reimbursing anyone for any overtime costs needed to be paid out to deal with their protests.
The Throwing of containers filled with liquid and solid human wastes at police seems to be , above all , what separates the view people have of The Tea Party protesters when compared to The view they have of The Occupy Protestors. This seems to cause people to express distaste, repulsion and offense toward The people who throw these containers and the fact that no one , within the Occupy ranks, is challenging these waste throwers.
So, What is the best way to consider the message being given as opposed to how that message is presented?
We have faced more dangerous days...
In 1961 and in 1962, THE US seemed heading towards nuclear war first- over Berlin and over Cuba. Our days are not as perilous.
They gave their promises and sacred fortunes to a land...
and to each other.
We honor them and are thankful to them!
We honor them and are thankful to them!
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
America is a Marvel
We've had better days and worse ones. It is still a land that inspires and brings about the best in people. I am so proud to be a citizen of this nation!
God empower me to be Thankful Today
" God , Grant me the Serenity to accept the things I cannot change. The courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference"
Lying and Hiding!
Is it due to a fear of outcomes ? Why are people not willing to admit that they are wrong? Or, That they do not know? Or, Have lied?Or have bee3n guilty of a crime or an offense?
Is it due to the thrill of the moment - of doing something that isn't them and is so " out of character " for them? Is it not wanting their secrets exposed? Is it not wanting to no longer be trusted or liked? Is it the loss of a job? Or a Friendship" Or a Relationship or a marriage?
Might being honest and candid cost them a fine or a penalty or perhaps even their freedom due to incarceration?
Might wanting,at all costs, to delay or possibly escape totally the consequences of their actions cause them to stay in the shadows, hide and pretend?
- Johnny-
Is it due to the thrill of the moment - of doing something that isn't them and is so " out of character " for them? Is it not wanting their secrets exposed? Is it not wanting to no longer be trusted or liked? Is it the loss of a job? Or a Friendship" Or a Relationship or a marriage?
Might being honest and candid cost them a fine or a penalty or perhaps even their freedom due to incarceration?
Might wanting,at all costs, to delay or possibly escape totally the consequences of their actions cause them to stay in the shadows, hide and pretend?
- Johnny-
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Let me live freely tomorrow.
I do wish, hope and pray that I will not regret the choices I make through the day tomorrow!
You are good, kind and always lovable.
Lord, When I am blind to this, I become so blind to life and truth as well!
Hunk- Lessons from an 80's Cheesy Movie
The Plot - A nerdy recent college grad is failing at his job at a computer firm. He is facing being fired. He offers to sell his soul and he comes with a "wow" idea. His boss then rewards him with a six weeks vacation at a beach community - with an order to develop a mega idea.
He struggles until a gorgeous woman offers him " perfect looks and irresistibly" if again he will sell his soul. he is unsteady a bit after being transformed but grown into it. The Satanic temptress disguises herself as a therapist to convince him that he's always been who he is now and that his old life is a delusion. He falls in love with her.
As this is a Hollywood 80's comedy he choose to return to his old like. The temptress is allowed to renounce her vow and become who she was before. This being Hollywood she's still rather attractive even transformed
It is a good movie to ponder just before The Day of Gratitude!.I''ve been lonely and isolated most of my life- that is still still, sadly, all to true even now, Would I be rid of "me" to be handsome, charming, irresistible and sought after"! I'd like to think " No" but I'm glad that My God is good and gracious enough to not put me in a position where I have to say " no" to that overwhelming temptation!
- Johnny-
He struggles until a gorgeous woman offers him " perfect looks and irresistibly" if again he will sell his soul. he is unsteady a bit after being transformed but grown into it. The Satanic temptress disguises herself as a therapist to convince him that he's always been who he is now and that his old life is a delusion. He falls in love with her.
As this is a Hollywood 80's comedy he choose to return to his old like. The temptress is allowed to renounce her vow and become who she was before. This being Hollywood she's still rather attractive even transformed
It is a good movie to ponder just before The Day of Gratitude!.I''ve been lonely and isolated most of my life- that is still still, sadly, all to true even now, Would I be rid of "me" to be handsome, charming, irresistible and sought after"! I'd like to think " No" but I'm glad that My God is good and gracious enough to not put me in a position where I have to say " no" to that overwhelming temptation!
- Johnny-
Glorying in the past is only good ...
if you do not use it to negate the present and believe that nothing good is possible in the future. This is truly the practice of people who want to avoid thinking deeply, hoping, aspiring and dreaming.
John Fitzgerald Kennedy - 1917 to 1963
November 22nd, 1963 was just 6 days after my 9Th Birthday. I remember being in my 4Th grade Classroom at Our Lady of Mount Carmel School on Bathgate Avenue in the Bronx. At 1:40 PM, A terse announcement came across the PA System., "The president has been shot". We spent the rest of that school day praying for the President.
In the years after that, President Kennedy became a National Martyr and bigger- than- life hero. We now know about The attempts on the lives of Fidel Castro and his brother Raul. The Fuller Story on The Bay Of Pigs,Authorizing Wire Taps on Dr. Martin Luther King, Junior and some of the uneven responses to the Civil Rights Protesters in specific and the Civil Rights Movements in General. The now known connections to organized crime are also off-putting.
Yet, President Kennedy also added vigor and motivation to our nation. People were encouraged to exercise. People were strongly urged to volunteer. We took our first step into space and were put on a path that led the nation to land on the Moon in the Summer of 1969!
President Kennedy also had a deep concern for children and those suffering from mental illnesses. He started us on the path from being less enamored with nuclear weapons. He urged us to be willing to negotiate and to listen.
He could be haughty, vulgar and ill-tempered. Yet, He also could be caring, charming and quite charismatic! He was not a perfect man but he was a brave, visionary and daring man
Thank you, Mr. President. Today, Many Americans mourn the tragedy of your death and are inspired, renewed and re-invigorated by the many triumphs of your life!
- Johnny -
In the years after that, President Kennedy became a National Martyr and bigger- than- life hero. We now know about The attempts on the lives of Fidel Castro and his brother Raul. The Fuller Story on The Bay Of Pigs,Authorizing Wire Taps on Dr. Martin Luther King, Junior and some of the uneven responses to the Civil Rights Protesters in specific and the Civil Rights Movements in General. The now known connections to organized crime are also off-putting.
Yet, President Kennedy also added vigor and motivation to our nation. People were encouraged to exercise. People were strongly urged to volunteer. We took our first step into space and were put on a path that led the nation to land on the Moon in the Summer of 1969!
President Kennedy also had a deep concern for children and those suffering from mental illnesses. He started us on the path from being less enamored with nuclear weapons. He urged us to be willing to negotiate and to listen.
He could be haughty, vulgar and ill-tempered. Yet, He also could be caring, charming and quite charismatic! He was not a perfect man but he was a brave, visionary and daring man
Thank you, Mr. President. Today, Many Americans mourn the tragedy of your death and are inspired, renewed and re-invigorated by the many triumphs of your life!
- Johnny -
Monday, November 21, 2011
People just never seem to vanish from my life!
I am amazed by the people I hear from again after having not heard from them for sooooo long that I have just about forgotten that they exist!
Help me to reach out over Christmas!
I will be giving one of my pastor's a gift tomorrow morning - a check to help make an anonymous child's Christmas a little more festive!
I love my Church but there are limitations to meeting in a Middle School.
A Church gorgeously decorated for Christmas can be a worshipful item of splendor. A school cannot be made to be such!
Echoes of Childhood.
I miss Baseball. The toughest days of the year in many ways, for me are days when Baseball is not in season.
I know that I will purchase an X Box 360 on Friday.
I do have the ability to pushed for The PS 3. Yet, I do know that it is wise to keep that as a " not yet".
Over coming means...
letting nothing stop you as you head towards the destination that you know that you are called to meet!
I am smiling. Lords, It seems no matter what befalls me- No matter what...
I am thinking, feeling, enduring or encountering, I still seem to be a smiler!
The Best Versed Media person that I am aware of is John Bachelor.
Literate, clever, wise and insightful. A futurist and a man who truly educates as well as he informs!
Lord , Please frree me from hiding and excusing.
I've lived in a cowardly fashion for too long. Let me not continue to live this way. Let me brave for you and to be strong in fighting the battles that you call me to fight!
I fear that I am haunted by the ghost of who a well-raised me could have become!
This me, who I am as I type this seems like an absurd and loutish shadow of who I was designed to be. I often grieve because who I am now seems like an insult and I don't know if all of my best plans and commitments can truly make a difference in who I am and how I live!
Thank to the generosity of the mother of two boys that I tutor...
I have a quality back pack again!!! I just need to make sure that this one lasts for a good, long while!
If I never have a true significant other in my life again...
Will the rest of my life feel like a monstrous and useless waste?
I can't believe...
I'll ever be successful, respected and happy.
I still see myself as the boy who grew up afraid of everyone and everything in the Southwestern Bronx. I see myself as the one who has never successfully defeated any bullies.
I wonder as I struggle to make my life an item of pride, victory and joy now, if it is just too late for any of what I do to matter as I wish that it will.
I still see myself as the boy who grew up afraid of everyone and everything in the Southwestern Bronx. I see myself as the one who has never successfully defeated any bullies.
I wonder as I struggle to make my life an item of pride, victory and joy now, if it is just too late for any of what I do to matter as I wish that it will.
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Some people retreat from pain and discomfort at any price,
as long as they can have things easy, they are willing to not try and not expect much. i spent too many years trying to avoid pain and discomfort, I finally, about 8 years ago BEGAN to discover that it is a life without value, quality or substance, a life truly not worth living.
I'm still a bit of a wimp about pain and dealing with it well and bravely. Yet, I am learning, especially of late, that some things are well worth suffering for. There are also victories that are precious and worth fighting for , even if agony is part of the price to claim them!
- Johnny-
I'm still a bit of a wimp about pain and dealing with it well and bravely. Yet, I am learning, especially of late, that some things are well worth suffering for. There are also victories that are precious and worth fighting for , even if agony is part of the price to claim them!
- Johnny-
Friday, November 18, 2011
Prejudice erodes the soul!
Please help to continue to heal me from this poison that my mother steeped me in!
Lord, Help me to be a Good Teammate tomorrow
Let me see that it is best if I'm not the brightest star or the loudest voice at a gathering!
Bill James on the subject of Intangibles.
Baseball Statistics GURU Bill James was once asked about the effect of the intangibles on the sport of baseball.
He replied, " I find it hard to measure intangibles. It is difficult to measure what DOES NOT EXIST!"
Do you concur with Bill James' view?
Years ago, Hilliary Clinton was pilloried for saying , " I find it hard to imagine that something greater than me exists." In fairness to Ms. Rodham Clinton, she was referring, in fact, to greater than HUMANITY.
Yet, She was attacked as being dismissive of spirituality by making this statement. Mr. James may be treading on some of the same ground!
- Johnny -
He replied, " I find it hard to measure intangibles. It is difficult to measure what DOES NOT EXIST!"
Do you concur with Bill James' view?
Years ago, Hilliary Clinton was pilloried for saying , " I find it hard to imagine that something greater than me exists." In fairness to Ms. Rodham Clinton, she was referring, in fact, to greater than HUMANITY.
Yet, She was attacked as being dismissive of spirituality by making this statement. Mr. James may be treading on some of the same ground!
- Johnny -
Freedom
If you can't fail, Then are you free? If every idea is worthy of support and approval, Where do quality and discernment factor in?
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Basic Good News
My cholesterol is way down and I've dropped 13 pounds. This I learned as a result of a Doctor's Visit. My bank balance is MUCH better than I thought it would be. A local Game Spot is now holding an USED X B0X 360 that I will pick up on Black Friday at a greatly discounted rate.
I've also started dancing again in my apartment. The sunshine seems to be back!
- Johnny-
I've also started dancing again in my apartment. The sunshine seems to be back!
- Johnny-
I know that I HAVE!!!! hope for the Future.
I have support, I have love. I have a God that I can trust in Him and I have people that will stand beside me and behind me.
Free Me ,Lord.
Let me see what it is like to be guided by you rather than trying to fight against you!
I'm dancing agaim
I notice my mood is more elevated and I'm lighter of heart and spirit when I dance. It does seem to be a weapon in my battle to be more positive, more beneficial and more powerful of spirit.
Can you deal with choas and constant adjustments?
I find that I must. I also find that when I do so grudgingly and when I do so poorly, I make myself look atrocious.
I will admit it- I don't get it.
I can, very often be oversensitive and a bit whiny. I can be rather thin-skinned and when I'm impatient or overly annoyed or frustrated , my tongue can become dis pleasingly sharp!
Yet, I had well over a hundred Birthday greeting posted on FaceBook yesterday, So, What is it about me that people find pleasing, fun attractive and enjoyable. Is there actually a benefit to knowing me?
One of my goals for this month is to find out why people find me appealing. What do they actually gain from knowing me?
I flat out don't, on most days, get the why of this! I don't know that if I were not me if I'd be a friend of mine. So, Please, I'm TOTALLY serious, What DO you see that I JUST DO NOT!!!!!?????????
- Johnny -
Yet, I had well over a hundred Birthday greeting posted on FaceBook yesterday, So, What is it about me that people find pleasing, fun attractive and enjoyable. Is there actually a benefit to knowing me?
One of my goals for this month is to find out why people find me appealing. What do they actually gain from knowing me?
I flat out don't, on most days, get the why of this! I don't know that if I were not me if I'd be a friend of mine. So, Please, I'm TOTALLY serious, What DO you see that I JUST DO NOT!!!!!?????????
- Johnny -
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
This is amazing-I've had over 100 Birthday greetings on Face Book Today!
My spine is tingling! I dis not expect this at all!
- Johnny-
- Johnny-
You keep me safe!
I know that since You live and because I serve You that I shall live beyond the grave!
God, Help me to appreciate my life.
Let me get over the impression that my life is just threadbare and second- hand. New is not necessary to be quality, serviceable and enjoyable!
Please let me be truly thankful , God!
Please let me know hoe petty it is for me to nurture any ingratitude!
Lord, help me to care even when it hurts me to,
Caring, in spite of pain, is often truly Godly caring!
A ministry that is need!
One that ministers to athletes who will not go on to succeeding in college or the pros. The heart is there and the talent is not! It seems to be a place of frustrated dreamers and crushed dreams!
My New Year
The attention and loves that one gets during your birthday makes it a day that that you don't want to end, It can be akin to the feelings that one feels at the end of December 25th.
Yet, I'm now involved in a discipline self-improvement program. It will be interesting to see what my life is like 366 days from now.
The false me that was a burden to be is slipping away. I think I'm just beginning to get who I am! Who I truly am!
Yet, I'm now involved in a discipline self-improvement program. It will be interesting to see what my life is like 366 days from now.
The false me that was a burden to be is slipping away. I think I'm just beginning to get who I am! Who I truly am!
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
I'm tearing up and touched.
Today is going to be a superb day! I'm going to gain a great deal of love and appreciation on this 11/16.
A few brief perspectives on Year 56.
I grew as a leader though serving as a Toastmaster Division Governor. I began to see that I need to work with passion and dedication on becoming a better person by discovering who I really am and what I am truly able to do well.
I started to entertain a bit more. I've also, of late increased my exercising. I want to be so much more than I am now and I want to stop behaving in a self-sabotaging manner.
I have far to go but I am ON THE MOVE and improving!
- Johnny -
I started to entertain a bit more. I've also, of late increased my exercising. I want to be so much more than I am now and I want to stop behaving in a self-sabotaging manner.
I have far to go but I am ON THE MOVE and improving!
- Johnny -
They meant it for evil...
You are healing me and showing me that life can be good and improving .Thank you, God!!!!
I am glad that I am writing constantly.
It helps me to think more clearly and it reduces my anxiety overall!
I will have a ride home fom My Bible Study tomorrow night!
That does remove some stress and angst from my planning for tomorrow!
This has not been the Birth Month that I expected!
Yet, This is what God ordained for me! I am growing in it and gaining through it.
Healing has occurred tonight.
I sent some more material to the person who asked me to provide a 3 HOUR long Lincoln- Douglas Instructional Session. The set back of last week has been shaken off! The sulking and the pouting is at an end.
What would Point 0 Four do for our economy?
If a Petroleum Comppany changed their pricing from .09 to.04 give our economy a boost?
Control gains naught for me
I've battled against acceptance too often lately and paid a very high price. I can accept without liking, prroving or condoning. It is quite possible to accept that something " just is"- I must do more of this!
Monday, November 14, 2011
Homework- Growing less popular.
Some argue that it is a burden to very demanding family lives to have homework has something else to do once the family is all together. They emphasize that time should be found in school to do all school related work!
Some educators argue that this sends the wrong message- that learning, band practicing education is just a school activity. They also argue that if learning and education are the centerpiece of childhood then they must be activities that dominate a child's life!
Some educators argue that this sends the wrong message- that learning, band practicing education is just a school activity. They also argue that if learning and education are the centerpiece of childhood then they must be activities that dominate a child's life!
A Good Lesson
It really gratified me today to tutor a boy who really wanted to work and do his work well.
Does this say " Tacky Neighborhood"?
I saw reusable shopping bags being advertized at a Local Shoppers Food warehouse as a " useful and appreciated Holiday gift?" Useful yes, but hardly anyone's idea of a what they'd put on their desired gift list!
Can we say second-rate and tacky?
Can we say second-rate and tacky?
Tis The Season!
The time to do the Holidays right is RIGHT now! Wishing that you had done more with this season in May of 2012 is not really a great alternative!
Last week is fully gone
I had the weekend to discuss it, analyze it and mourn it, Time to now move on and get going!
Sunday, November 13, 2011
I grieve for my country when I think that it is partially abandoned...
its future. Alas, US Manned Space Program, I mourn for you!
My Penn State Speech!
I plan to address the subject at a Toastmaster meeting on Saturday, Morning November 19TH.
Lord, Please help me to speak intelligently, prudently and well as I give THIS speech!
Lord, Please help me to speak intelligently, prudently and well as I give THIS speech!
In the Alternative Maddenverse...
Chad Henne of the Dolphins and Rex Grossman of the Redskins are involved NOW in an intense duel. This is being played on a soon likely to be replaced PS2!
They thought that they could break me!!!
John and Florence meant it for evil. You meant my birth for good and I'm trusting You to teach me to live more and more to please you!
I must be true to My Quest!
I almost gave up on My 18 Month quest a few days ago, That would have been pathetic and crippling to me. God and good friends would not permit me to do so. Yes!!!!!!!!!
The!!! DOLPHINS!!!! WIN!!!
They are an atrocious team- but they are one of two NFL teams that I root for, They beat the Redskins earlier today!
When my writing is flowing well,
I truly feel touched by the deep creativity that flows from My Creator!
The Principle of Treasuring Children.
I've worked well with young people all my life. I've been a classroom teacher and I am now a tutor. I've written bible studies and devotionals for children and youth. I've led numerous Toastmaster Youth Leadership Programs and I've also taught youth debate programs- the youngest child who I've instructed to debate was 8 at the time I instructed her.
I've learned that it is important to teach young people that you care about them and are willing to stretch yourself for them. I've learned that you do not break promises and to the children and youth that you are cloest to, it's vital to remember holidays and birthday.
Children and Youth know those who are the most devoted to them, who they really matter to. My Birthday is on November 16th, this Wednesday. A boy who I have attended two Birthday Parties grabbed me around the waist amd would not let go once he learned that my birthday was soon to arrive.
They can be demanding and moody but they teach me impressive lessons on devotion, loyalty and commitment.
Lord, Being great with young people was not a gift i ever sought. Yet, It is the richest blessing you've ever bestowed upon me!!!
- Johnny-
I've learned that it is important to teach young people that you care about them and are willing to stretch yourself for them. I've learned that you do not break promises and to the children and youth that you are cloest to, it's vital to remember holidays and birthday.
Children and Youth know those who are the most devoted to them, who they really matter to. My Birthday is on November 16th, this Wednesday. A boy who I have attended two Birthday Parties grabbed me around the waist amd would not let go once he learned that my birthday was soon to arrive.
They can be demanding and moody but they teach me impressive lessons on devotion, loyalty and commitment.
Lord, Being great with young people was not a gift i ever sought. Yet, It is the richest blessing you've ever bestowed upon me!!!
- Johnny-
Helping others to celebarate is a part of making life shine!
I will add to the celebration of ayoung man's 18th birthdy, someone I have known since he was a very young child!
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Today was supposed to be a day of triumph.
Today will not be what I envisioned and hoped and earnestly desired it would be. So, What shall I do with THIS Sunday, November 13Th? Will I practice and excel in a Carpe Diem style today?
- Johnny -
- Johnny -
God wants me to be humble !
I feel that my life has been too humble and modest, constrained and limited! While this may be true and have validity, God wants me to be humble. Will I obey? or Will I assert my will and desire no matter what!
November- A Month Of Birthdays!
Never forget that no matter what any life is like, Births are worth celebrating, They are a beginning and a promise of new possibilities and renewal!
When you are a victim of severe injustice ,
Is it better to make yourself strong, powerful and tough so that you cannot be treated badly again?
Or , Is it truly much better to have a heart for others who have suffered and are suffering and fight to champion them, working towards protecting them from and safeguarding them from further and future harms!
- Johnny-
Or , Is it truly much better to have a heart for others who have suffered and are suffering and fight to champion them, working towards protecting them from and safeguarding them from further and future harms!
- Johnny-
Ease, glamor, wealth, fame and a magical Life is what I crave!
Struggle, recovery, discipline, patience and discipline- accepting and overcoming hardship and blight is what my life seems to be centered upon.
The first is what I whine about not having, but that is pure fantasy! The others seems to be naught but drudgery and unpleasantness. Yet, The other seems to be where God would have me and where He meets me and works in me and through me.
I don't like to type this- but the second is where I must be and what I need to be far more willing to accept and be thankful for than I am now!
- Johnny-
The first is what I whine about not having, but that is pure fantasy! The others seems to be naught but drudgery and unpleasantness. Yet, The other seems to be where God would have me and where He meets me and works in me and through me.
I don't like to type this- but the second is where I must be and what I need to be far more willing to accept and be thankful for than I am now!
- Johnny-
Those unwilling to sacrifice...
will never see their character and personality grow to the size and extent that they are intended to develop into!
Talent and Grace makes so much of a difference.
Jim Dooley is a great Toastmasters leader, A Gentleman to the Nines, and a Master Toastmaster!
It is a treasure to have seen him in actionthis morning. He is eloquent, organized, supportive and a leader who motivates you, by his manner to follow him!
It is a treasure to have seen him in actionthis morning. He is eloquent, organized, supportive and a leader who motivates you, by his manner to follow him!
The Difference between wants and needs!
Knowing The difference between what is truly and realistically what is a want and a need can make the difference between your wants and your needs determines whether you are able to live well or miserably. This seems to be cited by some as a truism!
Are you able to tell the difference between your wants and your needs? Why do you believe many people seem to stumble when it comes to determine what is a want and what is a need?
- Johnny-
Are you able to tell the difference between your wants and your needs? Why do you believe many people seem to stumble when it comes to determine what is a want and what is a need?
- Johnny-
Doing well when all is easy is not worthy of note.
Almost anyone can do this, Staying the course when it is difficult and trying, Such is the path of champions! I must remember this as I struggle to achieve at this present moment!
A 21st Century Modest Proposal
I don't think this has a hope of being adopted. However, What would occur if a number of people decided that, in their converation, writing and e-mail posting they would decide to forego vulgar, insulting and demeaning words and phrases.
These people would chose to say what they meant more fully and using decent and uplifting language! What change might that bring about in their own lives? How might that affect those they are close to? Would that impact continue on to their wider communities.
If this were followed long enough and persistently enough, Might this exercise bring about a benefit to many?
These people would chose to say what they meant more fully and using decent and uplifting language! What change might that bring about in their own lives? How might that affect those they are close to? Would that impact continue on to their wider communities.
If this were followed long enough and persistently enough, Might this exercise bring about a benefit to many?
A Day to Keep Remembering....
Yesterday was Veteran's Day. There are no fewer reasons to honor our troops today. We can at least consider this part of the Veterans Weekend Holiday!
- Johnny -
- Johnny -
Friday, November 11, 2011
Lord, Heal me!
I'm not going to die until that day comes. Lord , Don't let discouragement, frustration and disillusionment turn me into the "living dead".
Our Common Humanity!
We all know what it is to laugh and cry and to try and fail to love and lose! We all share those absolutely HUMAN experiences!
Wilson Ramos is safe and alive!
Wilson Ramos, a young catcher for The Washington Nationals, was kidnapped from his home in Venezuela in front of his parents on Wednesday. He was seized at gunpoint and was definitely in mortal danger!
He was rescued a short time ago by the police and it appears that he is safe and in good condition.
- Johnny-
He was rescued a short time ago by the police and it appears that he is safe and in good condition.
- Johnny-
As I root for BOTH The Dolphins and the Cowboys....
The NEXT TWO!!! Sundays are " Total War against the Redskins" Sundays!
I can Survive!
This has been a rugged week. However, I did get through it. I've been given support this week at critical times. I need to acknowledge that at the end of this obstacle course of a week!
I now have exceeded the 700 Posts in 2011 Mark!
I've learned this year about the Universal Post, The Critical Issue Thought Post, The Random Thought Post and the posting just to post post! This has been an interesting year in learning how to be more at ease on expressing myself on line in various settings.
This blog has just been around for 53 weeks- First Entry- 10-04- 10! ON this special numerical Day!!!!!!! - 11-11-11, I've made some personal cyber history of my own!
Who knows what will show up here over the next 53 weeks? I 'don't- LOL! Thank you for your support and now My next goal- Can I reach a THOUSAND Total Blog entries before 2011 is total history!
This blog has just been around for 53 weeks- First Entry- 10-04- 10! ON this special numerical Day!!!!!!! - 11-11-11, I've made some personal cyber history of my own!
Who knows what will show up here over the next 53 weeks? I 'don't- LOL! Thank you for your support and now My next goal- Can I reach a THOUSAND Total Blog entries before 2011 is total history!
Should needing to tell a clerk 4 SEPERATE times to triple bag your groceries count as bad...
service?
In my opinion, This is bad beyond bad, This is incapable of doing their job and being offensively and ineffective bad. While it would be cruel to fire this person from working a register, Do not allow them any customer service. Let them stock shelves in the store room and clean the store after hours.
Any store that puts such a person in a position where he or she represents the store to the customers is too absurd to succeed!
In my opinion, This is bad beyond bad, This is incapable of doing their job and being offensively and ineffective bad. While it would be cruel to fire this person from working a register, Do not allow them any customer service. Let them stock shelves in the store room and clean the store after hours.
Any store that puts such a person in a position where he or she represents the store to the customers is too absurd to succeed!
The Debt we owe!
Our Freedom is possible because of VETERANS. All that we treasure we CAN treasure due to their willingness to serve They are heroes - Or Military Men and Women- Past and Present.
The Debt we owe to them is beyond repaying. Our lives, Our Freedom and Our Sacred Honor is because of their lavish commitment to be faithful, loyal, reliable and always faithful!
The Debt we owe to them is beyond repaying. Our lives, Our Freedom and Our Sacred Honor is because of their lavish commitment to be faithful, loyal, reliable and always faithful!
A Number of years ago, We learned that Magic Johnson had contracted
AIDS. He still lives and is flourishing! Obviously, This is a victory of people who would not accept that AIDS is an always fatal disease!
11 -11-11.
Notable- rare and what today was! If it is supposed to be a great arguer or a lucky charm, It was not meant to be so for me! It has not played out that way!
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Producing when I am at my nadir.
A week ago, I strove to be successful with teaching curriculum that fell short of the mark. Today, I pushed to finish The 24th Mountain Mafia Message Devotional. Pressing and achieving when I feel bereft and not worthy is a sign that I've not lost heart!
- Johnny-
- Johnny-
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Johnny, If you decide that it is too hard to let go and mean it...
Then, Your 18 Month Effort is doomed!
I do need the release and getting out and about!
Taking deep breaths and enjoying the SUNSHINE may be very healing.
Gracious was not my name today!
I am a client of The Fairfax County, Virginia Mental Health Program I'm also recieving subsidized housing.
What has been set up for me is a program that allows me to go into a Community Mental Health Center for one visit and then my therapist comes to see me the next time. The County Mental Health Program re-organized back in July and my therapist was moved to another team
I now have a 20 something therpist who is new to the system and to the position. Last month, We had our first appointment and inspite of direct confirmation , she showed up ast my appartment at a not-agreed upon time.
Today , I had several critical matters that I wanted done and processed. She was to come here. She didn't have that recorded so she could see it and did not show I was VERY displeased and dealt with her curtly and coldly!
I told her that I did not need any extra stress today and that It is not the job of the county to add to my stress.
I did calm down and we now have an a0pointment on Friday- sigh- A FEDERAL HOLIDAY- but not one for one of her agencies! Not ideal but no other alternative worked either!
I guess I need someone to help me understand why my process of therapy should, in and of itself, create issues that NEED to be dealt with in future therapy sessions. Yet, It may be unrealistic to think that I say " Do not make this an issue for me!! This should not be my problem" is unrealistic and simply "ain't GONNA happen"!
So, Anyone have ANY good, wise and usable suggestions as to how I deal with a good, likeable, clever, witty intelligent and insightful therapist with tremendous upside and potential, who at THIS moment, seems more like a nuisance than a benefit?
- Johnny-
What has been set up for me is a program that allows me to go into a Community Mental Health Center for one visit and then my therapist comes to see me the next time. The County Mental Health Program re-organized back in July and my therapist was moved to another team
I now have a 20 something therpist who is new to the system and to the position. Last month, We had our first appointment and inspite of direct confirmation , she showed up ast my appartment at a not-agreed upon time.
Today , I had several critical matters that I wanted done and processed. She was to come here. She didn't have that recorded so she could see it and did not show I was VERY displeased and dealt with her curtly and coldly!
I told her that I did not need any extra stress today and that It is not the job of the county to add to my stress.
I did calm down and we now have an a0pointment on Friday- sigh- A FEDERAL HOLIDAY- but not one for one of her agencies! Not ideal but no other alternative worked either!
I guess I need someone to help me understand why my process of therapy should, in and of itself, create issues that NEED to be dealt with in future therapy sessions. Yet, It may be unrealistic to think that I say " Do not make this an issue for me!! This should not be my problem" is unrealistic and simply "ain't GONNA happen"!
So, Anyone have ANY good, wise and usable suggestions as to how I deal with a good, likeable, clever, witty intelligent and insightful therapist with tremendous upside and potential, who at THIS moment, seems more like a nuisance than a benefit?
- Johnny-
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
William Paul Young - Part One
The Name William Paul Young may not IMMEDIATELY mean much to you.he is not a criminal nor anyone we should fear or loathe . He is the Author of The Best Seller " The Shack"
Paul Young spoke at Arlington's Grace Community Church on Sunday, November the Sixth. He told us that The Shack is intended to be a metaphor for The Human Soul. It is the place where we hide who we really are so that we can be publicly pleasing to people. He told us that he was physically abused by a father who was too harsh a disciplinarian. He also told us that he was sexually abused by older students at the boarding school that he was sent to. This limited him for years concerning how he saw God and others. His deep woundedness and his inability to trust other became the core of his " shack".
He wrote the book because his wife wanted him to tell his children how he viewed God. He said that, years later after first writing the book, his wife had told him that " I just expected you to write 3 or 4 pages"
One of Young's overviews of his current Faith in God is that," Religion teaches us to say the right things, Christianity teaches us to live as God wants us to live."
To be continued....
Paul Young spoke at Arlington's Grace Community Church on Sunday, November the Sixth. He told us that The Shack is intended to be a metaphor for The Human Soul. It is the place where we hide who we really are so that we can be publicly pleasing to people. He told us that he was physically abused by a father who was too harsh a disciplinarian. He also told us that he was sexually abused by older students at the boarding school that he was sent to. This limited him for years concerning how he saw God and others. His deep woundedness and his inability to trust other became the core of his " shack".
He wrote the book because his wife wanted him to tell his children how he viewed God. He said that, years later after first writing the book, his wife had told him that " I just expected you to write 3 or 4 pages"
One of Young's overviews of his current Faith in God is that," Religion teaches us to say the right things, Christianity teaches us to live as God wants us to live."
To be continued....
I know that being a pouty brat does not work.
I fell into that hole yesterday, I'm still trying to climb out of it. I must admit that I'm not fully out of yet.
Just saw " Girl Interrupted"
Is Mental Illness actually an illness or is it where you retreat to,/fall back to when you can't deal with the ugliness of life?
It does get wearying to see people who just want to attack , betittle, mock and
character assassinate others!
It is too marvelous and someways too miraculous a technology to be wasted on such petty, brain-dead and be knighted usages!
- Johnny-
It is too marvelous and someways too miraculous a technology to be wasted on such petty, brain-dead and be knighted usages!
- Johnny-
While it will not make a difference....
I will cast a vote for the opponent of the suitably named Penny Gross today! People are lulled into voting for her- she is a classic " I cater to my people" politician. Those who don't live within the her universe, effectively do not have any represntation.
William Marcy Tweed and Nancy Pelosi's Father would be proud!
William Marcy Tweed and Nancy Pelosi's Father would be proud!
Monday, November 7, 2011
Tomorrow I get to go to the Doctor
I hate to go to The Doctor's office. However, I must admit that this is a privilege !
Why are some members of our society FANATICAL about injuring themselves...
and everyone else around them!
Some of the poorest, most broken and most injured people insist upon continuing to disparage themselves and others!
I grow tired of riding buses because of being pinned against walls be people who are too self centered to see that they are much too large to fit into the available seat! People who move around and poke you constantly as they ride next to you is something I see as an additional violation! That is simply inflicting additional misery upon others in my opinion.
Some people just don't get that they are working far too hard to create misery for others
Some of the poorest, most broken and most injured people insist upon continuing to disparage themselves and others!
I grow tired of riding buses because of being pinned against walls be people who are too self centered to see that they are much too large to fit into the available seat! People who move around and poke you constantly as they ride next to you is something I see as an additional violation! That is simply inflicting additional misery upon others in my opinion.
Some people just don't get that they are working far too hard to create misery for others
The Year here in Virginia....
has been bizarre all year long weatherwise. I tremble in anticipation as to what this winter will be like!
I'm not motivated to vote TOMORROW!
However, I will anyway. Some people have given their last full measure of devotion to allow me to be able to vote!
The John Becks of The World
I do feel for John Beck- The Current Starting Quarterback for The Washington Redskins! It must be tough to see a dream die publicly. To hear over and over again that you are proving that you are not good enough to be a NFL QB.
" Boo - Hoo" some may say, yet most of us don't have to have millions of people tell us to let go of the one thing that we wished to do most since childhood!
- Johnny -
" Boo - Hoo" some may say, yet most of us don't have to have millions of people tell us to let go of the one thing that we wished to do most since childhood!
- Johnny -
I need to not let dissapointments and having the air let out of my balloon...
not demolish what I wish to achieve and my dreams!
Sadly, They so often do!
- Johnny -
Sadly, They so often do!
- Johnny -
Miracles of Renewal.
A few years ago, I was given a prime chance to re-establish myself as a class room teacher. That effort went poorly and I let someone down who trusted me!
I am being given another chance THIS SUNDAY to teach some gifted and talented young people at the invitation of this same very good woman. I've worked myself to exhaustion preparing I will NOT fail this second time.
Even when you are totally UNDESERVING, God is good and miracles happen!
I am being given another chance THIS SUNDAY to teach some gifted and talented young people at the invitation of this same very good woman. I've worked myself to exhaustion preparing I will NOT fail this second time.
Even when you are totally UNDESERVING, God is good and miracles happen!
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Penny IS Gross!
I am a fairly conservative Republican who lives in an area truly just inside of Washington DC! One of the issues here is Illegal Immigration. Some people who have a problem with Illegal Immigration are just haters, They do not like those who are illegally because are not white and do not speak English.
Yet, Other struggles with illegal immigration feel that they are being further crippled , in a bad housing market, by damage done do to too many people living in a single home, vehicles parking on lawns and finding half-smoked cigarettes , food wrappers, empty cans and full diapers on their lawns.
Penelope ( Penny) Gross is a member of The Fairfax County, Virginia Board of Supervisors. The Supervisors are elected to Four Year Terms.In this area, Conservatives are often mocked and berated as being problem-children and obstructionists.
When Penny ran for re-election she was asked to speak out and state that people must care for their property, not create eyesores and not allow their neighbors property values to drop due to meglect and indifference.
They asked their Supervisor to speak out to support them and to demand that the county police vigilantly and rigorously enforce the laws. Ms. Gross said that she disagreed with what was being said and she saw the issue quite differently, She argued that they are ignoring the future! That they needed to be understanding, flexible, helpful and welcoming. She also "reminded" people that " Change is unsettling".
It was clear that she declared she was not willing to be of service to her community. That, Unless you see things as I do - then you effectively will be without representation as long as I am in office!
To me, That attitude makes her unfit to hold public office. An unwillingness to listen is further proof of her unfitness. In resent weeks, I've seen Penny Gross re-election signs. I have resisted the temptation to deface one of those signs by writing in IS between Penny's First and Last name.
To me an elected official who only is responsive to pressure groups and limited interest is not a PUBLIC Servant! This to me is truly vile and offensive, I think also That Supervisor Gross is narrow and stingy of mind when it comes to thinking things through carefully and judiciously.? So thus, To me, simply and truly , Penny IS! Gross!
- Johnny-
Yet, Other struggles with illegal immigration feel that they are being further crippled , in a bad housing market, by damage done do to too many people living in a single home, vehicles parking on lawns and finding half-smoked cigarettes , food wrappers, empty cans and full diapers on their lawns.
Penelope ( Penny) Gross is a member of The Fairfax County, Virginia Board of Supervisors. The Supervisors are elected to Four Year Terms.In this area, Conservatives are often mocked and berated as being problem-children and obstructionists.
When Penny ran for re-election she was asked to speak out and state that people must care for their property, not create eyesores and not allow their neighbors property values to drop due to meglect and indifference.
They asked their Supervisor to speak out to support them and to demand that the county police vigilantly and rigorously enforce the laws. Ms. Gross said that she disagreed with what was being said and she saw the issue quite differently, She argued that they are ignoring the future! That they needed to be understanding, flexible, helpful and welcoming. She also "reminded" people that " Change is unsettling".
It was clear that she declared she was not willing to be of service to her community. That, Unless you see things as I do - then you effectively will be without representation as long as I am in office!
To me, That attitude makes her unfit to hold public office. An unwillingness to listen is further proof of her unfitness. In resent weeks, I've seen Penny Gross re-election signs. I have resisted the temptation to deface one of those signs by writing in IS between Penny's First and Last name.
To me an elected official who only is responsive to pressure groups and limited interest is not a PUBLIC Servant! This to me is truly vile and offensive, I think also That Supervisor Gross is narrow and stingy of mind when it comes to thinking things through carefully and judiciously.? So thus, To me, simply and truly , Penny IS! Gross!
- Johnny-
Lord,.You have shown me that you built in me through what I endured as a child...
to listen to and respond to the cries of embattled children and youth who yearn for understanding, care,support, encouragement and empowerment!
- Johnny -
- Johnny -
Lord help me to show that I love you through out tomorrow!
Wanting to please you is vital if I truly am to please you!
A hug from a child
is a reminder that someone truly sees something in you that is worth celebrating!
The joy oy life is a simple reality!
Each day I live I can add to the quality of my life and be presented a chance to benefit numerous others!
My Friend, Paul White, is an amazing Magician!
His smile and manner complement splendidly his slight of hand!
A Brilliant Child who is sensitive can too easily be mistreated and bullied.
I guess people to easily fear those who seem to dazzle them with who they are and what they know!
Something only die-hards say seriously
Hail To the Redskins, The point amounts that they are registering are starting to look like baseball or hockey Scores! Zero points last week and 11 points this week!
Pushing myself as a writer!
Blog spot has been GREAT for that. I've learned to vary my style! I'm truly starting to learn to use word to paint portraits as well!
Friends really bring you to tears...
When they remind you about good things about yourself that you often ignore because you are too busy!!treating yourself badly!
No one ever died from lack of sleep.
However, They became so fuzzy, dull and unaware that they didn't NOTICE whether they are alive or not!
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Being Humble is easier once you
acknowledge that you willing be changing and developing and improving through ALL!!! of Eternity!
Life is good- not really how I'd love to have it be.
Yet, It is improving because I am striving and I am advancing!
God, Today help me to see...
what you want me to see, what I truly NEED to see not merely what I'd be pleased to see!
I'd love to have that HER!!! in my life.
That is why I keep seeking to learn who I truly am and how can I best reliably and consistently be that person!
When I ever want to ask God ." Why me"?
I need to look at God that of how much worse my life could be and then thank Him for His grace and mercy!
This Birth Month has been a quandry so far!
I almost expect for my month- NOVEMBER- to be nothing less than a magical mystery tour for me. This month has not been serene and easy so far!
I have stumbled, been tense and struggle mightily so far. Yet,My creativity and effectiveness seems to be soaring!
Most fascinating!
I have stumbled, been tense and struggle mightily so far. Yet,My creativity and effectiveness seems to be soaring!
Most fascinating!
Is Kal-El related to a Honey Badger???
Kal-El, The Orphan of Krypton BKA Superman is renowned for his " Force of Nature" invincibility. He cannot be hurt or stopped therefore he is guaranteed triumphing in any contest, challenge or confrontation!
However, There is another view that While it is nearly impossible to hurt SUPERMAN by convention and even extraordinary Earthly methods! DC Comics maintains that Superman can be hurt and injured, can become ill and is mortal . He can die and can be killed. Therefore, He does face moments where he prevails because he is too committed and focused to stop until he triumphs no matter the cost to him!
There is an animal here on Earth known as the honey badger. Honey badgers can be hurt, wounded, injured or killed. They are absolutely mortal! Yet, They have been known to invade bee hives for honey . No matter how often they are stung by those bees defending their abode, the Honey Badger does not go away until he or she gets every bit of honey they want. Honey Badgers have actually cracked completely through turtle shells in order to make a meal of the turtle inside. The Honey Badger is seen world-wide as an ultimate combatant, prevailing and achieving its' objective no matter what kind of resistance or opposition they face.
I've often longed to be or be made an invincible force of nature that is guaranteed victory no matter what I do OR do not do! Yet, I guess it is better to accept that like Kryptonians and Honey Badgers, victory is usually the prize of those who are willing to risk, endure, struggle and press on until they have actually and finally triumph because they did not stop until they achieved that sought-after outcome!
- Johnny-
However, There is another view that While it is nearly impossible to hurt SUPERMAN by convention and even extraordinary Earthly methods! DC Comics maintains that Superman can be hurt and injured, can become ill and is mortal . He can die and can be killed. Therefore, He does face moments where he prevails because he is too committed and focused to stop until he triumphs no matter the cost to him!
There is an animal here on Earth known as the honey badger. Honey badgers can be hurt, wounded, injured or killed. They are absolutely mortal! Yet, They have been known to invade bee hives for honey . No matter how often they are stung by those bees defending their abode, the Honey Badger does not go away until he or she gets every bit of honey they want. Honey Badgers have actually cracked completely through turtle shells in order to make a meal of the turtle inside. The Honey Badger is seen world-wide as an ultimate combatant, prevailing and achieving its' objective no matter what kind of resistance or opposition they face.
I've often longed to be or be made an invincible force of nature that is guaranteed victory no matter what I do OR do not do! Yet, I guess it is better to accept that like Kryptonians and Honey Badgers, victory is usually the prize of those who are willing to risk, endure, struggle and press on until they have actually and finally triumph because they did not stop until they achieved that sought-after outcome!
- Johnny-
Inspiring when you don't think you have been AT ALL inspiring!
I gave a speech today at a Toastmaster meeting about the recent rebooting initiated by DC Comics. They decided to erase the pasts of all of their chracters and act, in effect , as if they all first came into public awareness in September of 2011!
I spoke about the value of linking into Iconic chracters who inspire us to seek to do the best for the best reasons. I spoke to the value of comic books as the first literature that children want to read and are even willing to spend their own money on in order to purchase books and magazines. The inspiration of seein g a child willing and eager to reach is at once dynamic and thrilling.
I was tired today and thought I delivered my speech in just an adequate and pedestrian way, Yet, I learned that a fellow Toastmaster at the meeting remarked that being asked to think about Superheroes made getting up this morning and attending the meeting worthwhile. A guest I brought with me to this 8:15 Saturday morning meeting talked about re-thinking goals and priorities after hearing MY speech! That merits a "Uh" and a "Wow" all at once from me.
Inspiration seems to happen when we speak from the heart and simply be ourselves- no matter whether we BELIEVE at any one given moment that we have been sufficiently motivational and inspiring or not!
- Johnny -
I spoke about the value of linking into Iconic chracters who inspire us to seek to do the best for the best reasons. I spoke to the value of comic books as the first literature that children want to read and are even willing to spend their own money on in order to purchase books and magazines. The inspiration of seein g a child willing and eager to reach is at once dynamic and thrilling.
I was tired today and thought I delivered my speech in just an adequate and pedestrian way, Yet, I learned that a fellow Toastmaster at the meeting remarked that being asked to think about Superheroes made getting up this morning and attending the meeting worthwhile. A guest I brought with me to this 8:15 Saturday morning meeting talked about re-thinking goals and priorities after hearing MY speech! That merits a "Uh" and a "Wow" all at once from me.
Inspiration seems to happen when we speak from the heart and simply be ourselves- no matter whether we BELIEVE at any one given moment that we have been sufficiently motivational and inspiring or not!
- Johnny -
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Irrritation is plaguing me.
Lord, Help me to rest in You, trust You and accept life on life's terms.
- Johnny-
- Johnny-
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
I'm glad I paused tonight!
I was starting to build up to a full-fledged temper tantrum. I realized that this is foolish and that I'm better than that, So, I stopped, paused and while struggling through this night, I have still gotten good and worthwhile things done!
- Johnny-
- Johnny-
A Foolish Plea
Asking God to send the struggle that you are battling or the suffering that you are enduring be removed from you immediately. Some are even foolish enough to ask that He send it to someone else.
If You believe that He is and is that He IS Sovereign - then you must allow that God chooses the manner and condition of your life. He works with what He sends into your life to develop you into who He fully wishes you to become.
- Johnny-
If You believe that He is and is that He IS Sovereign - then you must allow that God chooses the manner and condition of your life. He works with what He sends into your life to develop you into who He fully wishes you to become.
- Johnny-
One of my major pet peeves- A rule that impacts and controls many...
because of the misdeeds of a few.
It almost seems elementary schoolish to say- We have people misbehaving and becuse we are unable ( or unwilling) to find out the person or persons that have created the problem- We are going to held EVERYONE responsible and deny this priviledge or diminish this right.
The right policy- of course- Thank you, Ginger for reminding me of this- is to catch the ACTUAL offenders and exact a penalty upon them
- Johnny -
It almost seems elementary schoolish to say- We have people misbehaving and becuse we are unable ( or unwilling) to find out the person or persons that have created the problem- We are going to held EVERYONE responsible and deny this priviledge or diminish this right.
The right policy- of course- Thank you, Ginger for reminding me of this- is to catch the ACTUAL offenders and exact a penalty upon them
- Johnny -
Today is All Souls Day
A Day where Christians of various traditions forcus on those no longer with us and where are they in eternity. Some people even believe it is proper to pray for the dead.
I personally believe that this time is better used to help us reflect upon what we are doing now and consider the quality of how we are living. Are you and I presently living with ETERNITY in mind?
- Johnny-
I personally believe that this time is better used to help us reflect upon what we are doing now and consider the quality of how we are living. Are you and I presently living with ETERNITY in mind?
- Johnny-
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Today will be a good day...
that is the plan that I have for this WEDNESDAY, November Second!
- Johnny -
- Johnny -
A November to remember starts with
the first double digit posting day that I've had here on this blog site!
- Johnny -
- Johnny -
Lord, Help me to be a God- pleasing person tomorrow!
Please remind me of this through the day!
- Johnny-
- Johnny-
My Research and Preparation on Lincoln- Douglas Debating is paying off!
It's a bit tougher than I expected it to be but it will prove well-worth it on November 13Th.
- Johnny-
- Johnny-
Tomorrow , Lord, Please remind me that choosing to understand rather ...
than being understand is a vital tool if you wish to become a PEACEMAKER!
- Johnny-
- Johnny-
Losing Team Angst
Do we grow tired of a team that seems to stumble and crash year after year because we grow tired of them or because they make us look bad!?
- Johnny -
- Johnny -
I'm still far too brittle, thin- skinned and overly sensitive for my own good.
I lost it in the post office when someone asked me a question when I wanteed to do what I wished to do and not be disturbed or bothered!
Lord, I know that isn't good. Please help me!
Lord, I know that isn't good. Please help me!
'Tis INDEED The Season!
Effectively, Contemporary, America, start The Christmas Season today, November First. the giving and learning to be there to bless others has started.
I bought a gift to honor My friend's daughters 7th Birthday! I gave my associate pastor a check for 10.00 to buy a special gift for a child in church who is in need and whose family has few resources. I also mailed a Birthday present to a valued Friend in California.
Thank you, Lord, for blessing me with MORE resources this year! Thank you for moving me to share what I have with others!
- Johnny-
I bought a gift to honor My friend's daughters 7th Birthday! I gave my associate pastor a check for 10.00 to buy a special gift for a child in church who is in need and whose family has few resources. I also mailed a Birthday present to a valued Friend in California.
Thank you, Lord, for blessing me with MORE resources this year! Thank you for moving me to share what I have with others!
- Johnny-
Today, November The First, is the START of Birth Month for Me !
Years ago, When I was beaten myself up and maligning myself savagely, a good friend stopped me in the middle of a vicious and whiny rant where I was skillfully negating myself and asked me one simple question. " when is your birthday?"
When I told her, she said, " here is a way to give yourself a wonderful month, Celebrate Birth Month, Make the month of your birth a time of continuous celebration and spoiling yourself.. 6 Years ago, I started to practice this idea, As I have a mid- November Birthday, Today IS the First Day of Birth Month.
This very day, Tuesday, November First, 2011 is ALSO the start of Month TWO of My 18 Month Prime Directive. With The help of a mentor and 3 Board Members, I'm working to let myself discover who I am, in a pervasive sense at my best. I'm then working to learn how to function, live and love in that manner on a consistent and predictable manner!
My Focus for The First Month, October, 2011, was to work , more consistently, to be more positive through out my day. I practiced becoming more effective in speaking, thinking, writing and acting more positively towards all but MOST ESPECIALLY towards myself. I saw great improvement in this endeavor through out the month but I see that I still have far to go. My Scripture for October was Phillipians 4: 8 and 9.
My Theme for November 2011- The SECOND Month - is to understand why people like being around me and desire my company. I'm in earnest when I say that I don't understand why people respond to me in that way. I struggle, often, to find myself to be likable and someone I'd seek out to spend time with. This month I will be learning what people find likable, desirable and appealing about me. I will be seeking to discover what I do well and challenge myself to improve in these arenas. I will also be seeking to discern what people gain from knowing me, Birth Month seemed to be the best time to pursue this odyssey.
I have chosen a Theme Song for THE Month - John Mayer's No Such Thing. My Verse of The Month is Psalm 139 :14 .
I plan to really enjoy THE NEXT 29 and a Fraction Days
- Johnny-
When I told her, she said, " here is a way to give yourself a wonderful month, Celebrate Birth Month, Make the month of your birth a time of continuous celebration and spoiling yourself.. 6 Years ago, I started to practice this idea, As I have a mid- November Birthday, Today IS the First Day of Birth Month.
This very day, Tuesday, November First, 2011 is ALSO the start of Month TWO of My 18 Month Prime Directive. With The help of a mentor and 3 Board Members, I'm working to let myself discover who I am, in a pervasive sense at my best. I'm then working to learn how to function, live and love in that manner on a consistent and predictable manner!
My Focus for The First Month, October, 2011, was to work , more consistently, to be more positive through out my day. I practiced becoming more effective in speaking, thinking, writing and acting more positively towards all but MOST ESPECIALLY towards myself. I saw great improvement in this endeavor through out the month but I see that I still have far to go. My Scripture for October was Phillipians 4: 8 and 9.
My Theme for November 2011- The SECOND Month - is to understand why people like being around me and desire my company. I'm in earnest when I say that I don't understand why people respond to me in that way. I struggle, often, to find myself to be likable and someone I'd seek out to spend time with. This month I will be learning what people find likable, desirable and appealing about me. I will be seeking to discover what I do well and challenge myself to improve in these arenas. I will also be seeking to discern what people gain from knowing me, Birth Month seemed to be the best time to pursue this odyssey.
I have chosen a Theme Song for THE Month - John Mayer's No Such Thing. My Verse of The Month is Psalm 139 :14 .
I plan to really enjoy THE NEXT 29 and a Fraction Days
- Johnny-
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