Autism

1 in 88 children will develop autism.  If this isn't an example of "there's something in the water" then I don't know what is!

Baseball

I attended my nephews baseball game this evening and I have to say the parents can be brutal.  Tucker High School has a good squad and there was one parent who didn't seem to like the fact that someone was cheering a little louder than she was.  She even had the nerve to use the word 'rude'!  I was being belligerent to match her belligerence! LOL  I have heard rumors about parents getting into confrontations during the games and they all come from this school.  Wow!  I hope it helps their children become professional athletes because they were yelling like their life depended on it.  Fortunately we won 9-6.  

INJUSTICE

I am so troubled by the death of Trayvon Martin.  He was a 17 year old student returning to his relatives home from the corner store.  George Zimmerman, a self appointed neighborhood watch captain, pursued Trayvon assuming he was a threat to his neighborhood.  When George called 911 they told him NOT to pursue Trayvon but instead Zimmerman continued to follow him.  They got into a confrontation and Zimmerman shot Trayvon and killed him.  There was a 911 call from a neighbor who witnessed the commotion and suddenly shots were fired.  Trayvon was yelling "help me", and George fired again.  No one was able to help him because they viewed Zimmerman as being the threat now since he had a gun.  A life is now lost because someone who wants to be a cop so badly that he has lost touch with reality.  To add insult to injury, George Zimmerman is a free man and has not been formally charged.  He is crying self defense.  This is about to get real ugly if justice is not served.  People have come together for this young man because an injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere!

Walmart

I can't be the only one who gets caught in the Walmart vortex.  You know what happens.  There's an item you need and somehow your cart is full when you reach the register.  Well all I needed was 2 white shirts and ended up spending almost $70!  Sheer madness.  But who can resist the cool t-shirts in the mens section? LOL

Friends

I have recently become acquainted with a man who lives in Syria.  It has given me a chance to learn how the other half of the world lives.  There are son many things that we see on the news that has been tainted to make it seem as though the rest of the world is uncivilized.  That all they do is fight and they are all terrorist.  This is so untrue.  Just as they would have us believe that all of Africa is a jungle.  They never show us the city life and how Africa has modernized areas just like we do. 

I was so happy to learn about his life and beliefs.  He hates terrorist just like we do.  He wants his country to be at peace.  That will never happen as long as they have something that we can't do without.  

Miami Vice

If you were in high school during the 80's like me, then you probably watched Miami Vice on Friday nights.  It was a right of passage.  Miami Vice was the first television show to incorporate music in the show.  Since MTV had their hand in it you know it was going to be a trend setter.  No one realized the impact it would have on our generation. And if you never heard of Phil Collins before 1985, you definitely know who he is now thanks in part to this show. Centric airs the show at 8am EST and since I'm not awake during that time my DVR records it for me.  Amazon sells the complete set of 5 seasons.  It is on my wishlist! 

We need to remake this show.  Who would make a good Crockett? Tubbs?  Stay tuned!

KONY 2012

When things like this happen in the world we have to act,  So many people do nothing because they feel as though this will not affect them.  It's happening in another country so why worry about it.  I'll tell you why.  If this man continues to kill and get away with it, eventually he will broaden his horizon.  And that horizon may be you or your children.  No one is safe as long as he is around.  Joseph Kony must be stopped!

The benefits of Bee Pollen

Bee Pollen contains the male gametes of plants found as small dust pellets in the stamen of flowers. It is gathered from pollen gathering bees with a device placed at the entrance of the hive designed to collect the material from their legs.

It has been called nature's perfect food, and is rich in vitamins. It contains almost all known minerals, trace elements, enzymes and amino acids. It is a combination of the material of every plant that bees collect pollen from, along with digestive enzymes.

It is a fashionable nutritional supplement that builds the immune system and provides energy for the entire body. It contains 35% protein, 55% carbohydrate, 2% fatty acids and 3% minerals and vitamins. It is high in B-complex and vitamins A, C, D, and E. It also contains lecithin, beta-carotene, selenium.

This combination of elements make it an excellent source of anti-oxidants. Clinical tests have shown that it has an immunizing effect, enhances vitality, and can counteract the effects of radiation and chemical toxins.

Used as an immune system builder, it is believed to have the ability to correct body chemistry and treat unhealthy conditions. It is thought to have the ability to remove poisons and toxic materials from the body.

Bee pollen is rapidly absorbed into the blood stream and stimulates immunological responses, and has been shown to be helpful for nausea, sleep disorders, and urinary and rectal disorders following radiation treatment.

Athletes often use this supplement to help increase their strength, endurance, energy and speed. It aids the body in recovering from exercise, returning breathing and heart rate to normal, and improves endurance for repeated exercise sessions. It can also provide energy, stamina and strength, as well as improve mental and physical reactions.

It can relieve brain fatigue and improve alertness, increasing your ability for intense concentration, and enable longer periods of work without becoming tired.

Many people with allergies have found relief by taking the supplement. It reduces the production of histamine which can cause allergic responses such as hay fever and pet allergies. Bee Pollen can strengthen the respiratory system and provide protein that helps the body build a natural defense against allergic responses.

It has an effect on blood pressure and sexual function as well. Individuals who suffer from low blood pressure can be subject to deficiencies in the sex glands. The supplement increases blood pressure when taken with kelp, and may increase hormone levels and sexual stamina.

Weight loss also may occur as lecithin increases the rate at which calories are burned and stabilizes poor body metabolism. It aids in the digestive process and the absorption of nutrients. It may also relieve anemia, cerebral hemorrhage, colitis and constipation.

Bullies

Some people may feel like bullying doesn't effect them.  That your child is well adjusted and seems to be rather popular.  Maybe they are on the football team or head cheerleader.  You won't have to worry about bullies.  You're wrong.

If someone is being bullied in your child's school, he or she may decide they have had enough.  Since no one will help them, they will take matters into their own hands.  They bring a gun to school and just start shooting the first person they see.  What if that so called person is your child?  Now an innocent life has been snuffed out because we feel if it isn't happening directly to us then it won't affect us.  We need to teach our children respect.  Respect for themselves, and respect for other people.

 I remember seeing the 'popular kids' in high school shunning those they felt were beneath them.  Some of them have children who are now being bullied. I guess this is what they call "Chicken's coming home to roost."

No matter how much we try to avoid the perils in life, if we don't fix it, then we too shall fall victim.


Much Love
JD

Judgement

It's amazing how much we all subconsciously judge each other.  I'm always telling kids not to exclude people from their circle just because of how they look or dress.  Now they have friends from all walks of life.  I have also been a culprit of judgement in my younger days and now I see just how wrong I was.  This is not a license to let any Tom, Dick or Harry into your life but just think about who you're judging and what if that were you.

Writing assignment

I'm currently working on a writing project.  The title is "If it weren't impossible I'd..."  For some reason this is killing me.  I'm going with a boxing theme in which I am boxing all the incurable diseases of the world.  Since there is currently no known cure for my own disease, I figure this is the only way to beat it.  In the ring.  We will see how it turns out and I will be sure to post it.

Hello

Good Afternoon,  I hope that you find what I have to say interesting as well as informative.  Have a beautiful day!

Love Always,

JD