I'm going to start this blog by first stating that this entire blog is a make up of my personal thoughts and opinions. If you are in any way insulted or offended by what you are reading, you are more than welcome to go somewhere else for your entertainment. And now, on with the show!
I have absolutely no sympathy for the people who are making themselves victims in the "Occupy Wall Street" movement. I understand you. I have heard your various arguments. I empathize with you . . . but now I'm done with you. I have no need to live in an anarchistic country. I am in no way a "capitalist pig", I can barely live within my means! I have created the life that is set before me, and it is up to me, and only me, to change the course of that life.
I wanted the dream that every little kid learns about in school. I knew the only way to do that was through a good education. I focused on little by little, working while going to Community College, so I would not have to take a loan for school yet. I still worked while attending University, but I understood that I would need to take small loans to get myself through till graduation. My plan to graduate from college with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology did not include a follow up plan of how to make money because, as anyone knows, social workers do not make tons of money. I did my job, though, proudly! I loved working with people who have varying types of mental illnesses. Unfortunately, at this time in my life, I let my heart lead me astray. I no longer was focused on my career, I was focused on the man that I thought would create a new family with me. Although he did the crimes, I didn't stop him. I DIDN'T STOP HIM!! I could have walked away from him, and went back to my old life, my happy life, but I wanted a family. That's what comes next in the list of accomplishments, right? When I was arrested, he was no where to be found, literally. So much for my Prince! Now I have no one to blame for what my life has become but myself. Honestly, I love to blame that Douche-bag, but I made my own decisions, or lack of decisions as they may be. I am responsible for writing the letters to the court, and making sure that all the proper documents are filed to get MY LIFE BACK! My life! So one day I can truly finish my education, and get a job that I can support myself and G on, and maybe one day afford a little 3-bedroom house with a small yard, and a nice eco-friendly hybrid.
So to get back to my soapbox, the reason why these protesters piss me off is because they are expecting the handout. No one gets handouts except people on line for samples at Cost-Co or people in line at the local shelter. Brutal, yes, and also honest. You can't go to a bank and expect them to start handing out 100s. What is anyone expecting to get out of yelling at a child that is being escorted to their private school by his or her wealthy parent?? And don't try to deny that some of you weren't doing it, here is proof! Also, it's real nice to have people from Hollywood backing some of your protests, but do you realize the majority of them go home to lavish lifestyles? It is really hard to take someone serious that backs the OWS movement, but at the same time are flying off to vacation paradises. I don't know, maybe that's just my opinion. And what exactly is the idea behind sitting in the street?? That is called "civil disobedience", and has no bearing on a peaceful protest. You want to protest? Do it where you are suppose to and you will be more likely to get your message across. I did a peaceful protest, and it was to protest the proposed decrease of funds to children with disabilities. I don't remember seeing any of you out there sweating in the sun while us parents walked around the state capitol pushing strollers. Once someone came out and took the time to listen to our CONCISE AND WELL THOUGHT OUT IDEAS, we dispersed. We knew we were heard! We did it without a single arrest! We did it without pissing off a population that we were supposed to be standing up for! Do you hear me now?! You look like assholes yelling at people who are simply going to work to make a living! That goes the same for picking fights with police officers. I'm sure they understand some of your views, but they are paid to enforce the law, not to let a bunch of people run around a crowded city, lawless and angry. The country has heard you, the world has heard you, now go home and try to get a job, because what you are doing now is not benefiting anyone!
I am the 99%, and I will continue to work my ass off to make my life what I want it to be. Although I suppose if I look at it like that, it really makes me the 1%!
Next time: Fun with cooking
I wanted the dream that every little kid learns about in school. I knew the only way to do that was through a good education. I focused on little by little, working while going to Community College, so I would not have to take a loan for school yet. I still worked while attending University, but I understood that I would need to take small loans to get myself through till graduation. My plan to graduate from college with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology did not include a follow up plan of how to make money because, as anyone knows, social workers do not make tons of money. I did my job, though, proudly! I loved working with people who have varying types of mental illnesses. Unfortunately, at this time in my life, I let my heart lead me astray. I no longer was focused on my career, I was focused on the man that I thought would create a new family with me. Although he did the crimes, I didn't stop him. I DIDN'T STOP HIM!! I could have walked away from him, and went back to my old life, my happy life, but I wanted a family. That's what comes next in the list of accomplishments, right? When I was arrested, he was no where to be found, literally. So much for my Prince! Now I have no one to blame for what my life has become but myself. Honestly, I love to blame that Douche-bag, but I made my own decisions, or lack of decisions as they may be. I am responsible for writing the letters to the court, and making sure that all the proper documents are filed to get MY LIFE BACK! My life! So one day I can truly finish my education, and get a job that I can support myself and G on, and maybe one day afford a little 3-bedroom house with a small yard, and a nice eco-friendly hybrid.
So to get back to my soapbox, the reason why these protesters piss me off is because they are expecting the handout. No one gets handouts except people on line for samples at Cost-Co or people in line at the local shelter. Brutal, yes, and also honest. You can't go to a bank and expect them to start handing out 100s. What is anyone expecting to get out of yelling at a child that is being escorted to their private school by his or her wealthy parent?? And don't try to deny that some of you weren't doing it, here is proof! Also, it's real nice to have people from Hollywood backing some of your protests, but do you realize the majority of them go home to lavish lifestyles? It is really hard to take someone serious that backs the OWS movement, but at the same time are flying off to vacation paradises. I don't know, maybe that's just my opinion. And what exactly is the idea behind sitting in the street?? That is called "civil disobedience", and has no bearing on a peaceful protest. You want to protest? Do it where you are suppose to and you will be more likely to get your message across. I did a peaceful protest, and it was to protest the proposed decrease of funds to children with disabilities. I don't remember seeing any of you out there sweating in the sun while us parents walked around the state capitol pushing strollers. Once someone came out and took the time to listen to our CONCISE AND WELL THOUGHT OUT IDEAS, we dispersed. We knew we were heard! We did it without a single arrest! We did it without pissing off a population that we were supposed to be standing up for! Do you hear me now?! You look like assholes yelling at people who are simply going to work to make a living! That goes the same for picking fights with police officers. I'm sure they understand some of your views, but they are paid to enforce the law, not to let a bunch of people run around a crowded city, lawless and angry. The country has heard you, the world has heard you, now go home and try to get a job, because what you are doing now is not benefiting anyone!
I am the 99%, and I will continue to work my ass off to make my life what I want it to be. Although I suppose if I look at it like that, it really makes me the 1%!
Next time: Fun with cooking
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