I was listening to a popular talk show on television, where they are discussing cyber bullying. It is terrible, what some children, and from what they are saying, particularly young girls, are subjected to, and being horribly humiliated by. Many to the point of suicide. Which brings me again to one of my favourite ills of our society. What ever happened to raising a child up to care about others, not speak ill of others, and above all, if you can't say anything good, keep your mouth shut? That used to be one of my mother's favourite sayings.
I realize the Internet has been a huge help to our society, but when it is used in good ways. When people do not seriously think about what they put out there, from which there is no "getting it back," or deleting it, is when it can become a very bad thing. Others should not have to suffer, just because some didn't have the proper "fetchin' up."
My mother was a wise woman, and out of her four children, most of us grew up with a modicum of decency to those around them. I, in turn, tried my darnedest to bring my daughter up as a caring, considerate, respectful, and productive member of society. She, in turn, is doing her best to do the same for her young child. I know it is not easy in this morally lax, over 18 material-laden world, where too many know too much way too soon. And in many cases, about all the wrong stuff.
But just because you are surrounded by the wrong things, or people, doesn't mean you have to follow in their foot steps or act like they do. We are all born with a brain, some of us use it more than others, but all are allowed to use them. Respect for our elders and authority figures, consideration and thoughtfulness for others, and manners should never be allowed to fall by the way side. And you are never too young, or too old, to utilize these traits, or instil them in your young.
Just my opinion, out here in the country, where we aren't subjected to quite as many bad manners, but are not entirely exempt.
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
Friday, April 4, 2014
Celebrities
The tabloids and media never cease to amaze me. And celebrities in general. There they are touting certain products, organizations, and other stuff, then wonder why they are ostracised by the public, organizations, media, and paparazzi. Go figure-- If you can't walk the walk, then don't talk the talk. They're out there making all kinds of money, something infallibly human happens to them, and they wonder why they are talked about, put down, and shamed.
I, personally, am not a fan of celebrities, period. Some of them when I hear their names, and about their antics on television, I just ask myself, Why? How do these idiots get placed on a pedestal by their fans? Could they do anything dumber, or more stupid? What makes people, or kids, look up to them? Can't they find a better role model somewhere? Although, I realize children are a much different story, they are young, innocent, and not really "clued in" to the harsh realities of life. They have a lot to learn, and hopefully, their parents are up to the task.
Then the way some seem to start out okay, popularity goes to their heads, and they begin to think they can get away with just about anything. And they do. Some of the things they do, ordinary people would be clapped in jail and the key tossed away, but not them. Personally, I feel if they do something wrong, they should sit in jail and do the time, just like any other ordinary mortal. As it is, it seems as though many never learn their lesson, but keep on doing idiotic things.
Why not put 'em behind bars, let them think about their misdeeds for awhile, and hope they come out better people? Forget the just few days discipline, and high and mighty accommodations. Let them see how it really feels, in appropriate surroundings, surrounded by others who've made the same kind of mistakes. If they get a little rough handling, maybe they'll think about their actions more carefully, and responsibly, next time. What makes them so special? Basically, they are the same as everyone else. They just happen to have wanted into the spotlight, and somehow got there.
I'm not saying all celebs are bad, there may be those who do good, and possibly deserve to be looked up to. But, in my opinion, out here in the good ol' country, it seems like there are more who do not. Once again, just my opinion.
I, personally, am not a fan of celebrities, period. Some of them when I hear their names, and about their antics on television, I just ask myself, Why? How do these idiots get placed on a pedestal by their fans? Could they do anything dumber, or more stupid? What makes people, or kids, look up to them? Can't they find a better role model somewhere? Although, I realize children are a much different story, they are young, innocent, and not really "clued in" to the harsh realities of life. They have a lot to learn, and hopefully, their parents are up to the task.
Then the way some seem to start out okay, popularity goes to their heads, and they begin to think they can get away with just about anything. And they do. Some of the things they do, ordinary people would be clapped in jail and the key tossed away, but not them. Personally, I feel if they do something wrong, they should sit in jail and do the time, just like any other ordinary mortal. As it is, it seems as though many never learn their lesson, but keep on doing idiotic things.
Why not put 'em behind bars, let them think about their misdeeds for awhile, and hope they come out better people? Forget the just few days discipline, and high and mighty accommodations. Let them see how it really feels, in appropriate surroundings, surrounded by others who've made the same kind of mistakes. If they get a little rough handling, maybe they'll think about their actions more carefully, and responsibly, next time. What makes them so special? Basically, they are the same as everyone else. They just happen to have wanted into the spotlight, and somehow got there.
I'm not saying all celebs are bad, there may be those who do good, and possibly deserve to be looked up to. But, in my opinion, out here in the good ol' country, it seems like there are more who do not. Once again, just my opinion.
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