Comments on: Narcissistic Society Superficial Blogging

By: Revellian

Revellian — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:19:54 +0000

Hey Melissa you contrarian you! It’s the toughest and most important job on earth for us and the rest of the world. I’m neither left or right–but a little of both. I’m a leftist extremist on social issues like drug laws, gay marriage and equal rights for all races. And I oppose war.

I’ll agree the world is better off without Bush. Sometimes I think Obama is just too nice a guy to inherit the shambles of a roller coaster economy, but I will praise anything good he does–hopefully he does many good things.

Honestly I have opposing views to my own opinions but like to argue from one side or another. Wouldn’t it be cool to write a post arguing two sides so effectively that no reader could comment because you covered every angle without flaw? LOL!

By: Melissa Donovan

Melissa Donovan — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 21:34:41 +0000

Not to play devil’s advocate, but again, I see the opposite. I keep seeing lots of Obama fans criticizing him – on TV, in articles, even on Facebook. Maybe I just notice those criticisms more.

I recently posted a quote on Twitter: “Constantly choosing the lesser of two evils is still choosing evil.”

Although I agree with the quote, I think we’re better off now than we were for the last eight years.

Yikes, that comment could get me in trouble.

By: Revellian

Revellian — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:02:29 +0000

Hey Melissa! Well, I wasn’t really pissed, but maybe in a dark mood. As I said in previous comments, I was too hard edged in this rant and only displayed one view; of course there’s a flip side.

Sure, a feeling of hope and being likable does have some impact, but I believe many Obama fans like him so much they will not criticize him. Beneath all the politics and what people believe the problems are–the real problems are ignored, never mentioned and people don’t really know what they are.

America is owned by several world banks and proliferated by the Federal Reserve–a gangster loan shark holding every American hostage. And the Fed is not owned or operated by the U.S. government–it is a privately owned bank. Without completely reforming it, all other political promises are window dressing . . . period.

I see the same shift you see and I do get it. But I also see the other side–the side people don’t want to see. Still, I am hopeful. This article displays one view and I have many others–this not representing how I truly see the world. I truly wish Obama the best and hope he makes wise decisions

By: Melissa Donovan

Melissa Donovan — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 06:45:54 +0000

Wow, you’re really pissed off today. I’ve been there too.

I agree with much of what you said, especially in the early part of your post when you’re talking about how people worship Jesus who wore rags but are totally hung up on owning things and judging others.

But I disagree about Obama. I think his likability is an important factor. Don’t underestimate the power of boosting morale. He’s inspired a lot of people toward patriotism and instilled hope, and that’s a good start at rebuilding this mess we’ve created – a little positive thinking.

Oddly enough, I look around and see the exact opposite of what you see. I see people tired of the greed, looking to do more to help others instead of themselves, and wanting to make the world a better place. I see people shifting away from the narcissism and toward an existence that more closely reflects what Jesus taught.

But we have a long way to go.

By: Revellian

Revellian — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 10:54:44 +0000

Hello Kilroy! Substance is overrated anyway–simplicity is always best

By: Michelle Gartner

Michelle Gartner — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 02:33:55 +0000

Hi Bobby
hmmmmm very interesting lots to comment on but I don’t feel up to generating any comment of substance… kind of worn out both in the brain and body dept.

So I’ll just leave you with…

KILROY was HERE OqO

By: Revellian

Revellian — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 12:46:21 +0000

Hello Erin! Thanks for commenting and it’s great to meet you. It’s almost as if society demands us to wear different masks–one for work, one for friends, one for best friends, one for lovers and so forth; but I have none . . . I am just me. And I don’t know how to have others.

Twelve years of marriage is something to be proud of. I hope to find my true love also, and the search is tiring. I wish you continued happiness with your family

By: Eren- homemaking encouragement

Eren- homemaking encouragement — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 12:30:29 +0000

I also believe in being candidly honest and sincere. Unfortunately people live behind masks. I have had friends that only revealed their true colors after 5 years. It’s really sad.
People are fake and shallow for the most part because of lack of self esteem mixed with selfishness.
By the way- be glad that you’re not with that “girlfriend” who said she would sleep with Brad Pitt.
What kind of love and dedication is that? Or should I say lack of love and dedication?
I’ve been married 12 years. We have the utmost love and respect for each other even though marriage is never easy. It requires true character and commitment.
Anyhoo- as for Obama or any other politician – I don’t trust any of them. Not in any country in the world. I live in Brazil- and they are even worse here with corruptness.
I don’t trust governments- period. It’s good that there is a civilized structure or else we’d go back to the middle ages. But— I don’t place my faith in any government – period.
History has taught us enough to not place our trust in them.

In the end it’s all about doing the best we can with what we have to transform the world around us. I believe in focusing on family first ( I’m a mommy to 3 boys). When they are taken care of then I spend my time helping others that are less fortunate also.
I totally understand your rant =)
Blessings,
Eren

By: Revellian

Revellian — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 10:24:29 +0000

Get that new header and make your blog beautiful Lydia–there’s nothing wrong with wanting beautification. I was probably too hard edged in this post and now that I’m reading it today, it is really too negative. This post reflected one mood I had, but I’m really not that one sided.

Ah yes…state policy on an 8th grade level hahaha! Perhaps in a way would be nice so the public could understand it

By: Lydia

Lydia — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 10:11:28 +0000

I got a lot out of this post, Bobby. I’m feeling a little guilty for wanting a new header for my blog but, you know, I have been giving that too much thought. It’s not what defines my blog, but then again I’m not sure what defines my blog. It moves about in time, amongst age groups, touching upon this, diving into that. Now I’m happy to realize that it can’t actually be branded, any more than I can be branded.

When you ended by hoping you’d been “simplistic enough” I was reminded by what peeves my husband no end, the movement — edict, actually new policy — in his (state) office that all writing must be on an 8th grade level. He wrote a memo to his boss using a bunch of “you knows” and “dudes” and included the scanned Readability Meter indicating it’s appropriateness for new policy.