It is becoming illegal to prosecute illegals

Instances like this happen more than we know where people or agencies that are actually going after illegal immigrants are attacked by the ACLU, and their investigations are brought into question about their legality. The headline of this article speaks for itself. It is so humorous to me. "Prosecutors Bust Illegal Immigrants with Tax Records, but is it Legal?". A prosecutor pretty much did a blanket seizure of tax records to weed out the ones who were using identity theft to illegally live here in America, the ACLU along with some judges most likely on their pay-roll (writers opinion), had the entire investigation thrown out. 

One Mexican man in the article attempted to explain his reasoning for using identity theft, as seeking a path to citizenship. Look, if these men have enough present day knowledge, and money to successfully steal an identity, name, bank accounts, credit cards, etc, they have enough mental capacity and discernment to become legal the right way, and go on the "path" of citizenship. I don't know. Maybe there is something I'm not getting. Millions of your own Mexican people have done it legally and have effectively contributed to society. Arguments have been made the difficulties of citizenship and so forth, but is it really more difficult then STEALING someones identity? Eventually you just start seeing the terrifying trend with alot of these type of articles which is this: Many immigrants that come, specifically from Mexico, have NO INTENTIONS of declaring citezenship. These that would steal identities, it's really hard to hear them say they were just using it temporarily. They sound like the car-jacker that just got caught with a stolen car, "I was just borrowing it"!

In this prosectution sting, there were charges brought against 70 that were all dropped, and 1,300 more out of nearly 5,000 were still pending. Ken Buck, the lead prosecutor is going to appeal, but seriously, what can these men do when there are so many working against them. Think how it must feel to build a case for so long, where there is obviously criminal impersonation and identity theft going on, just to have it wiped away. What do you do?

Islam has the right idea

A child molester in Saudi Arabia was recently put to death. Not to say I agree with the details of the penalty (decapitation and crucifixion), but I guarantee you they don't have the number of child molesters we do in this country. Even if they do, they are not flaunting it around like these twisted sex offenders do in America. At least not when we are giving convicted rapist and child molesters $4 million dollars. 

In the article, some questioned the punishment as inhumane, and old-fashioned. You can't question it's cost effectiveness. Lethal injection in America cost about $85 dollars, but the cost to incarcerate these people, court proceedings, etc. is considerably more. Many of these pedophiles, rapists, and sex offenders are no longer being housed among the prison population due to the fact that even America's worst know that they should be harshly dealt with. They are slowly being transferred to secure treatment centers for their safety, where it costs 4 times the amount  of the taxpayer burden to provide for them at an average yearly cost of  $185,000 a year. In these nearly 400 million dollar treatment centers, or glorified prisons, they have access to libraries and barbershops and much more. They aren't treated as criminals anymore. They are acting as though these men need intervention as with disorders or diseases. I can't fathom being a parent of a young child who was abducted, sexually abused, murdered, and buried. Knowing that our taxes are providing for the very scum that did such an atrocity.  These men, who are some of the most detestable and lowest forms of humanity,  get a bed, cable TV, and 3 squares a day, in a brand new "treatment center". Is this justice?

The "repeat offender problem" in this country truly shows a grave danger as far as our nation's children. Nearly 100,000 sexual offenders are estimated to not even be among the sex offender registry, and over 1/2 of the total offenders registered (nearly 700,000 strong) are back in prison within a year on separate charges. They are not being rehabilitated! How is this not considered an extreme priority among the concerns in the justice system? Why are they being allowed to roam the streets again? 

These are not misdemeanors! These men are going into family homes, and stealing children. They are prowling parks and schools grounds. They are encouraged and advised on how to entice children, and to introduce them to sex. Why must we even need to write of such filth other than for informing, educating and protecting our children?  NAMBLA, (don't worry, this link is not to their website) the North American Man-Boy Love Association, has conferences and presentations to better educate the members how and where to find children and teenagers (parks, playgrounds, malls, etc). It is important to point out once again, that NAMBLA does have ties with several Gay and Lesbian associations. 

Dateline NBC has an excellent expose show about child predators and sex offenders, called "To Catch a Predator", where they set-up undercover stings working with local police agencies, by using decoys in online chat rooms. I would advise any parent to visit their website. It's comforting to know these agencies along with Dateline are effectively making a small dent. The most DISTURBING thing about this series, is the number of men who come back after being caught in the previous year, and sometimes, the 2 previous years. These men are infected with a reprobate mind and it is the opinion of this observer, they cannot be helped. 

As silly as it sounds, my opinion is America should purchase a tropical island somewhere in the south pacific, and dump every one of them on it and let them have their own little "Lord of the Flies" society. As much as is going on in the world, should we really have to worry about taking our children to a public park and them remaining safe from a predator?

I attended a great church while living in Florida several years ago, and myself and many other men, families, and preachers in the church were shocked to discover that a sexual offender had been among our congregation for several months. Now being a Christian, you are supposed to forgive, and strive to perform all that comes with the act of forgiveness. This however was a different circumstance all together, and no fault of our own. If you are truly a repentant sex offender, knowing the pastor knows of your condition, and to add, you are obviously on probation, why on earth would you invite trouble or accusations by putting your hands on innocent children in the church? 

I remember attending a Sunday morning service after being out of town for several months and finding out about this man and his criminal history by searching the Florida Sex Offender Registry website. Our first service back, I was shocked to see him hugging several of my friends' 6 children, and even playfully hugging and jokingly embracing them from behind like a uncle would while surprising a nephew.  I have known some of these kids since their birth, so the protective side of me was going into hyper-drive. I was about to verbally confront the man, when my wife advised me it might go better if I let one of the pastors know. I remember not being able to breathe properly and my heart literally palpitating. I urgently went to the assistant pastor and told him what I had witnessed. He was in as much shock as I was. To say the least, to my knowledge, the man was not asked by the senior pastor to leave, nor corrected by him for his behavior. 

It was a bad situation all around to say the least. Many parents were upset they were not at least made aware of his "condition". This church was full of children, and I can only speak for myself, but I felt duped and violated as a parent. And in case you are wondering, this man was not on the registry for a sexual offense towards a woman. He was involved in production and distribution of child pornography, and he was embracing children in the church. I will never forget it as long as I live. Don't attempt to indicate his intentions were pure. This man knows he is not allowed by law to even have any physical contact with children. God only knows what his intentions where. He was there for some time before we learned of his alter identity, and to my knowledge, he remained there after we left the church.

I realize it is a tense situation for a pastor. Possibly, if the pastor would have been honest, and handled it a different way, by laying down restrictions and ground rules (common sense -  if you have a problem with children, don't touch children), and even letting the adults in the church know so situations could be monitored, things may have gone smoother. I don't even know if that would have made any difference. These men have a talent at finding a way to do what they desire. Would it have been uncomfortable for the man if most of the congregation would have known? Yes indeed. Are we to be blamed for this mans uneasiness in church? Absolutely not. He is reaping his own whirlwind, and being held responsible for his own actions. God forgives, yes, but you still must answer to the law, and take its penalties. This mans actions brought him shame, and anywhere he goes for the rest of his life, he must accept it.

Here is the deal. He wants to turn to God, fine. He wants to repent of his sin, also fine, even great. But you think it would enter into his corrupted mind, not to touch the children in the CHURCH. If he really wanted to repent, he would have kept his hands off small children, or anyone else for that matter. This man either physically and mentally can't help himself, or he doesn't want to. Both of those possibilities are extremely dangerous, and proves my whole point.

So, in reference to the Saudi Arabian beheading of a child molestor, I do not believe in senseless murder of any human being, but God help the generation who makes excuses for this behavior, and coddles it. Let it be known as well, that Saudi Arabia is not the only country to carry severe penalties for this behavior. I am nearly inclined to agree with the nation of Islam when it comes to this one thing...

Penguins and Perversion Pt. II

The Gay communities for years have protested that they "just want to live in peace and have their rights", or it's their own "private business", who cares what they do. "Leave us alone" they say. Gay rights activist just recently blanketed the Central Valley area, including the town where we live, huddled up on overpasses, and chanting their slogans. One activist was quoted to say, "we aren't here to impose our beliefs on anyone". So hundreds of these people drove 3 to 4 hours to "work the heartland" to appeal Prop 8. But goodness no, they aren't imposing their beliefs on anyone. They ARE imposing, and they are doing it nearly every week. Imagine if the table was flipped a bit, and a street preacher was standing on a corner holding up Genesis 13:13. Why you know they would say he is just trying to "shove religion down our throats".  These gay activist attempt to come off as easy going people. Make no mistake, they are on a mission for the Gay revolution. They want to destroy what marriage is. They want to change the laws. They want to stick it to the conservatives. They want to introduce perversion to grade school children. Anyone who has been on the front lines of morality over the last decade knows this to be the truth. 

They are more vigilant than most Christians when it comes to their cause. The pushing of the children's book "And Tango makes Three" about apparent penguin gayness has been so deliberate, it will most likely find its way into more schools systems. Once again, they find a way to misuse our nations documents with confusion on which one they are quoting, and much paraphrasing  to try to defend their unjust actions. In reference to this book, they bring up the separation of church and state as an excuse to get their warped views in the minds of the youth. 

Realistically, what do these people know of our nations documents? What does the Castro District in San Francisco know about the Bill of Rights other than article 3? What does NAMBLA and the LGBT know about the Declaration of Independence other then "all men are created equal,". I guess they missed the very next part after the comma which said, "that they are endowed by their Creator to have certain unalienable rights". Of course they wouldn't quote that. Or even the end of the Declaration of Independence for that matter, which states, 

And for the support of this declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of Divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our lives, our fortunes and our sacred honor.

The ever-increasing "LGBT" (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender) movement is wanting to be recognized more and more, and their partners in crime, the ACLU, protecting them from anything or anyone the "LGBT" deems a threat to have violated their "civil rights".

I can tolerate pretty much anything as far as social issues and events. I can tolerate living among certain classes of people. We live in a society that ensures that we tolerate. I can accept the fact that there are hundreds and thousands out there within 50 miles of me, that completely disagree with my way of thinking. I understand the concept of freedom. 

But what I and many other Americans find hard to except is the fact that a day after Prop. 8 was upheld for the second of many appeals to come, that the "LGBT" has slipped it's own curriculum into kindergarten schools.  Among the "penguins" children's book, they will also have lesson plans about alternate sexualities. This vile filth is being pushed on 5 year old children under the guise of teaching children about bullying and name calling. According to the article, the (wonderfully well trained and cared for American) children were using words like "fag", that they most likely heard from us unruly parents. So someone says, "Lets give the child a book about about immorality, depravity, degeneration, and them delve into the realm of the unnatural." They are attempting to recruit our children!

Instead of the school board teaching them how to speak properly, and steering them away from harsh, incorrect language that they  have had echoed in their ears, (ahem, parents) they say "Lets just educate them as to what a 'fag' really is, and what they do, and that it's acceptable behavior." Absolute lunacy.

Stated in this article as well, is that parents will not be able to opt their children out of this. Even if you're not a Christian, this should upset you. Apparently attorneys and school boards know what is best for your kids now. 

We are talking about 5 year child! These are not high school or college kids, and they should not be exposed to matters of any sexual partnerships whatsoever. They have only been alive for 1-2-3-4-5, count them, years! Why introduce them to such confusion and controversy? They should be getting dirty, playing with fire trucks, or beating up younger siblings. In this nations kindergartens or schools they should be learning the ENGLISH LANGUAGE, reading, writing, math and so on and so forth.

What is happening? The Supreme Court voted to remove biblical teachings from public schools in 1962, and since then, we have seen the reaping and impact of that decision. 

"The only foundation for a useful education in a republic is to be laid in religion. Without this there can be no virtue, and without virtue there can be no liberty, and liberty is the object and life of all republican governments."

 

(Benjamin Rush, Signer of the Declaration of Independence)

Penguins and Perversion Pt. I

I hate penguins...

I find them offensive, and loathsome.

Foul little beasts...

They are so adorable it makes me sick. The penguin also provides me with proof that evolution is false. When will they ever evolve to leave their harsh existence for warmer, less miserable, climates? And will they ever cease from the relentless onslaught of all the "observe penguin life" films (March of the Penguins, Happy Feet, etc)?

I heard about this article from a friend of mine, and I must say, it took me quite a bit of searching to find it. These things usually don't find their way on to the front page news. Now, we have this children's book "A Tango Makes Three" which is about two male penguins raising a female penguin scrat in a N.Y. zoo. How spectacular! 

We know for a certainty they did not birth it into existence. Well, who knows in this day and age, clones and all? Joking! But seriously, it isn't like 2 dude penguins saw each other one day, fell in love, found this little penguin chick, and lived happily ever after. They are in a ZOO! It is not the common course of events in nature. In some animal circles, the pack exhibits extreme prejudice against one with homosexual tendencies.  Another important fact they neglect to mention is that these so called tendencies many times are nothing more then consensual incest among prides, or packs, for procreation to the furtherance of continued survival in extreme, prey-deprived, harsh lands.

Gay rights scientist have suggested that the "crime against nature" argument is invalid because of about 450 individual creatures that they have found to have homosexual behavior. You have to think about these numbers though. These 450 individual creatures are picked out of millions of creatures which have been selected from 1,000 to 3,000 species. Most are from the insect, and bird groups, and having close ancestry within their own groups. So in their eyes, homosexual behavior among the fruit fly, justifies their acts.

What they don't tell you also is most of it is just animal "behavior". They don't tell you that they aren't tapping into the other 50,000 plus species that include trillions of living creatures that exhibit normal heterosexual behaviors. In the scale of things in the animal kingdom, the subjects found to have homosexual behavior are nothing more than a speck, or what some may classify as very rare.  It is a moot point anyway. 

Animals can't determine law, and penalty. They have no discernment of sin or righteousness. They are insects, birds, fish and a few obscure animals that they have singled out to attempt to scientifically back their way of life. Many of these cases were like the 3  penguins in the Bronx. They are placed in isolation with same-sex partners over long periods of time to be studied. So, there will most likely be a bond that develops over time between the test subjects. That is all these wicked men will need to have approval for their next grant to continue government funded research into animals and homosexual studies all while using our tax money.

One advocate of the "gay nature" argument stated:

"Homosexual behavior is not only common, but even more common in other species than in humans. While numbers are hard to come by, there are a few that present some interesting patterns."

These men and women that do this research are quite literally void of common sense. Of course this man's quote would be the case. I find it funny how in the actual research article, very little proof or footnotes are provided. Par for the course I suppose.

Do you realize how many species of fish life, insect life, bird life, and mammal life there are out there? We are STILL discovering new species and life on planet Earth for that matter. So we have quite literally trillions of innumerable, created beings on this planet compared to a few 6 billion humans on this planet. Then out of those "trillion" they pick 450? Don't be naive. Most of these people will lie, steal, cheat, and in a few cases, even kill to bring in their homosexual kingdom (agenda). This "animal" argument simply does not stand as a valid point of debate, as most of their contested statements.

Wow, that was quite the rabbit trail. 

Enough with the penguin nonsense...

Kids and Dogs (Looked worse than it was)

We had our first incident with our lab-pug mix puppy 2 days ago. He snapped at my oldest son, catching his lip. It seemed to be an innocent enough thing I guess, but you never want to chance your kids safety. I wish also that I could have seen the whole altercation, but I just saw the aftermath, unfortunately.

Deklan had his head buried on the chair after it happened. He was bit or nicked on the lower lip. Any of you men out there who has ever cut your bottom lip shaving, you know how much it can bleed. I did not know of the snap at the time, I assumed he was just playing on the chair. I heard a muffled cry, so I went to inspect. Deklan had both hands covering his mouth, and I could see blood on his fingers, so I asked him to remove his hands. When he did obviously blood had built up in his cupped hands, and had already smeared all over his face. I was frightened to say the least. Terrified would be the proper word. Deklan at that moment was only crying a little bit, that is until he saw his face in the mirror. You would have thought that he was mauled by a rabid chimpanzee the way that he reacted. The look on his poor little blue eyed face was of utter despair and terror. I looked up a few things on the the internet about behavior of 8-10 month puppies, and it seemed pretty common.

Deklan and Ziggy are best buds, so we are just monitoring the beasties closer, and making sure Deklan isn't torturing the dog or anything like that, which doesn't seem to be the case. You know kids. They do strange things sometimes in the name of self-interest or curiosity. Like stuffing the rest of their sandwich they didn't want to eat under a bathroom sink (I had that one coming). Or seeing how a full roll of Charmin expands when dropped into the toilet. 

They have been back to their old ways since then. Typical kid and dog stuff, creating havoc, eating carpet (yes the children too), etc.

Laodicean

"Laodicean" was the word that was spelled to win this years' Scripps National Spelling Bee. The winner was 13 year old, Kavya Shivashonkar. Interesting word to say the least.

My proofreader is out of the office

Usually when I post a thread, I am in the middle of fuming from something I just read or heard, so I pop out my words and thoughts like a Pez dispenser. My wife usually assists me on the final draft. "Give honor to whom honor is due", amen. She has been hard at it lately with her own little projects in life.

I believe in the use of layman's terms, and proper English, so having come to grips with the reality that I never actually learned proper English and grammar during 12 years of public school, I am trying to reinvent my English and grammar and am also having to actually educate myself again along those same lines.  I do find it extremely important in this day and age, so forgive me if some posts are not properly proofed. 

The Detroit Red Wings vs. The Pittsburgh Penguins 2009

The rematch of 2008 Stanley Cup Playoffs is set with a original six victory in Detroit last night against the feisty Chicago Blackhawks. For the first time in 25 years,  two teams will meet in back-to-back finals. This match-up, which features the Detroit Red Wings vs. the Pittsburgh Penguins, has been anticipated by many hockey fans and reporters. 

The intensity and story lines are great. The previous finals showcased phenomenal scoring, with well matched stellar defensive stops as well. Fitting that it came down to inches, down to the last second, and the puck slipping through the crease in a close game 6 last season. 

Marion Hossa, soon after losing game 6 as a Pittsburgh Penguin, accepted a much smaller salary and a trade to the rival Red Wings who just ended his dream. He stated that the Red Wings, to him, had the "best shot to win the Cup again". He now faces his old team, the Penguins, a awkward obstacle to his dream.

The hits this playoff year with the Penguins and Red Wings also tells us to expect one of the most physically challenging finals in recent years.

American flag offensive

What rights do we even have anymore if you can't fly an American flag on Memorial Day? It isn't like she adorns her cubicle every day, even so, what is the wrong in that. It does represent the nation we live in, and the sacrifices that were and are being made to preserve what it's representation.  Her main goal was to honor veterans. Her supervisor, an immigrant that moved here from Africa 14 years ago, was the supervisor that personally took it down.  

When McLucas came to work Friday, her boss told her another supervisor had found her flag offensive. "I was just totally speechless. I was like, 'You're kidding me,'" McLucas said. 

McLucas said the supervisor who complained has been in the United States for 14 years and is formerly from Africa. McLucas said that supervisor took down the flag herself. 

The flag was disrespectfully placed on the floor in a lump.

Of course this will stand, and she will not be able to fly it in her cubicle anymore. You can't have African immigrants being so easily offended. You cannot hang anything that represents liberty, justice, bloodshed, and honor. It's just not politically correct. Between the Spanish billboards here in the San Juaquin valley, to this, sometimes I truly wonder what country we live in. 

I guess we should get with the program, and start flying one of these...

"There must be some kinda way outta here"

There is so much in the news today, I really don't even feel like divulging much information or exerting myself to strongly when it comes to political madness. So I will leave a few links for you Christian patriots out there to reflect on. This Supreme Court decision is a big deal especially when you have "men in black" deciding laws and making decisions for millions of Americans based totally on agenda then law. Before I go on, I will leave you with quote from Thomas Jefferson on this matter:

"You seem… to consider the judges as the ultimate arbiters of all constitutional questions: a very dangerous doctrine indeed, and one which would place us under the despotism of an oligarchy. Our judges are as honest as other men, and not more so. They have, with others, the same passions for party,  for power, and the privilege of their corps. Their maxim is “boni judicis est ampliare jurisdictionem,” and their power the more dangerous as they are in office for life, and not responsible, as the other functionaries are, to the elective control. The constitution has erected no such single tribunal, knowing that to whatever hands confided, with the corruptions or time and party, its members would become despots." - Letter to William Jarvis, September 28, 1820

We knew this was coming: Our new Supreme Court Justice is Judge Sonia Sotomayor

The president, in his announcement, said he was looking for a justice with a "common touch and a sense of compassion" as well as experience and depth of knowledge. He said Sotomayor, who grew up in a Bronx housing project and has an extensive judicial background, would come to the Supreme Court bench with more varied experience than anyone currently on the court when they were appointed."

What happened to upholding the Constitution being one of the conditions for nomination?

Check out some of her previous history. She is actually just the person I would expect from President Obama. 

Also, the large majority of California voters upheld Prop. 8 today, so don't let the media fool you into thinking you are only a small pocket of Americans that believes in the Bible and righteousness as opposed to perversion, and immorality.

Finally, Leon Panetta just visited Israel and pretty much "read them the riot act" when it comes to ceasing any action against Iran, who are inevitably going to become active in the nuclear community. if they aren't already.

“as far as the [Obama] administration is concerned, if Israel could just leave Iran’s nuclear installations alone, Iran would behave itself.” She notes that American officials would regard any harm to American interests that flowed from an Israeli attack on Iranian nuclear facilities as Israel’s doing, not Iran’s.

This attitude is pure lunacy. "Iran would behave themselves". This is the country that provided 10 of the 14 9/11 hijackers safe haven prior to the attacks. This country as a collective whole has broken so many peace treaties it's not even funny. If we could just let Israel off it's leash, you would see one of the greatest military armies in action.

Hockey 101

Being a fan of hockey is one of life's little added bonuses as far as I'm concerned. If you think about it, among our major professional sports, it is the least politically correct sport out there. In a world that strives to avoid confrontation and struggle, the NHL revels in it. What red-blooded American male could not appreciate a good brouhaha when some gloves hit the ice? What strategist would not enjoy the mini-chess matches that go on with line changes? The NHL has true-blue bad guys (Pronger) and good guys (Lidstrom). Some of the greatest rivalries in sports are in the NHL.

There are so many things about the sport alone that appeals to my nature. The contact aspect of the game, the speeds at which objects travel, including a small circular piece of galvanized rubber traveling at a maximum of 105 mph. People who complain about the fighting because they don't understand that the motivation behind fighting is to eliminate goon squad tactics of other teams  or to (protect your money guys). Then there is the thrill of a power play, or a penalty shot, and the nearly 3 month long "2nd season", which ends at the culmination of raising the Stanley Cup, the oldest sports trophy in all major sports. The NHL or hockey to me is one of the standards for true athleticism and competition though eclipsed in popularity by other professional sports. 

Today's NBA definitely has some high caliber athletes who exaggeratedly act as if they have been mauled by a mountain lion when nudged by an opponent and proceed to writhe on the court in freakish agony only to get right back up and play the next possession seemingly unscathed from the vicious attack. 

Then you have the NFL who has designated staff on the sidelines ready and waiting to squeeze a bottle of water into some over-paid athletes mouth, cause they are to spoiled to do it themselves, who own three mansions in three states, and declare bankruptcy 2 years after being out of the NFL.

And lets not forget the mega-money to be made in the steroid laced MLB. Not to mention the outrageous  salaries handed out with ease during the so-called "recession". It's hard to even follow someones career anymore without wondering if he is tainted with juice as well.

In this reality which is professional sports, it's refreshing to have the NHL. A bunch average, hardened men who still play with injuries and blood. It's almost enjoyable to watch a player pick up his own water bottle and quench his own thirst. And then seeing a man like Paul Kariya get absolutely smashed in the 2003 playoffs by Scott Stevens, and then he comes back into the game and scores the game winner. Or Jiri Hudler this year get viciously blindsided at an expense of 10 stitches and was back on the ice in 10 minutes. 

Playing on through broken noses, busted teeth, gashes, fractures, pulled muscles, broken ankles (Yzerman), intense pain and more. If many NBA stars felt that impact of a clean visceral Scott Stevens, or a more current Nikalas Kronwall check, they would have gladly enjoyed drawing their salary for about a month.

The NHL has men who take enormous pay cuts just for a chance to play on a team who has a chance to compete and win the Stanley Cup. Your average "grinder" with the NHL is pulling in maybe $500,000 to $800,000 a year, which is a modest income in the NHL and considered to be poverty in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. These guys love to play, and it shows. You have men in the MLB making $29 million a year and they rarely produce the numbers they are paid for. How much was Ocho Cinco paid last year and what were his numbers?

I can find enjoyment in the sporting and competition aspect of baseball, basketball, football, soccer, ping-pong and pretty much any competitive sport. But knowing the financial burdens of friends and families, and then to hear some of these NFL guys get fined $100,000 and say, "that's nothing to me", really makes it hard to respect them. A guy gets fined in the NHL, he rarely discusses it or takes responsibility for it without making excuses even if he disagrees.

All and all, in the end an individual will find a sport that most accommodates their interest and frame of mind. I just thought I would give my 2 cents, for what it is worth. I know my opinion is biased of course. I was bored, and it is, however a free country...

I do have a life...oh yeah!

I originally began this blog the same reason I guess others do, to speak their voice to anyone who will listen, and to keep others, such as family and friends up to date on things. It's been nice to chronicle some of my friends blogs, and see and hear about random moments in their life. 

I have noticed a trend with most of my post, well, all of them actually, as well some of you may, that I use blogging as my take on some current events and a "WHAT in the world is going on" soapbox. 

Most of my days are spent with my children, focusing on their needs and WANTS! It is not for the faint of heart, (see picture) and definitely requires a learning curve...well, it did for this "dude". On the other hand, it is quite wonderful spending so much face time with them. Truly seeing that they're dependent on you for everything, what a picture that represents, and what responsibility that carries. 

Seeing them go through everyday life is something I never thought I would witness as first hand as I am. Lately, much time is spent corralling Deklan as he is pretending he is a cat, meowing, and ripping through the house with 5 year old sass trailing right behind him. At the same time trying to solicit a criminal partnership for some grand scheme with his mischeivious, billy goat-climbing, adventuring brother, Gavin. As much as I hate our life circumstances right now, it has it's rewards. They are precious gifts, them two! My wife and I both can't wait until we are done out here in California. Some normality of life is nice sometimes and it's been a while since we have had it. We are tired of being gypsies.  

So, every now and then, I have decided to occasionally throw in some stuff about the kids, and other life interest. I usually only write a post when something jumps out at me, so we'll see how many off-topic post I create.

Walmart in "rare" form

Wal-Mart has developed a reputation of being a "turncoat" corporation who once exuded integrity, honor, and moral values. In the last 15 years, the once proud mega corp. has opted to dash its values, and ethics for a more distinct trait of "loving of money", trashing the working class while replacing them with less costly immigrants freshly off the fence, and leaving a boot-print on small business. It's been in the news for years, and I have seen it first hand.  Wal-Mart is also known for employing the most brutal of lawyers, delivering the shifty policy changes to protect them for years of mistreatment toward American workers, countless law suits, and corruption within its highest ranks.

Make no mistake about it, this worldwide corporation has elected to side with policy rather than with right. 

Today I was shocked to see in the news, it appears that Wal-Mart has banned Greenday the punk rock band that made it in to the big-time, for language and content. Good for them. Now, do I think it is a sign of things to come, no. I tend to think it is a double standard as a matter of fact. You're going to ban Green Day for language, and sell Katy Perry's CD's? Parents need to educate themselves. Have you seen what is on the shelves of your local Wal-Mart? Have you read the lyrics to some of the most popular songs that kids love today? You have illicit speech and deliberate sexual innuendos that sum up many of them. Some don't even bother insinuating but rather come across as blatant, disrespectful, womanizing, and degrading, and then they call it art.  "I'm an artist", or "I'm just expressing myself". That to me is quite frightening. They are expressing themselves? Again, have you read some of these lyrics? Having been a fan of Green Day in my youth, going to see them play in bars before they made it big, it's funny seeing them singled out all of the sudden for a few cuss words when Wal-Mart has Eminem, AC/DC, Lady Gaga, Rancid, Iron Maidens' Flight 666, and many more albums that are influential and morally detrimental to America's youth.

Green Day's bassist had this to say:

But bassist Mike Dirnt said: "As the biggest record store in the America, they should probably have an obligation to sell people the correct art."

Since when did profanity become an art form? How did we get where foul language, references to sexual behavior, illicit drug usage, and murder is considered an art form? We've come along way from 1964's "Under the Boardwalk".

All in all, it seems Wal-Mart just wants their once-reputable name back in the news for something other than union problems, disgruntled workers (rightly so!), DHS, and FBI investigation, and high administration members being imprisoned for theft right out of the workers pockets. Will their action stop the river of filth that spews from the music industry? It won't even make a minuscule scratch.