Service to One’s Country and Not Funny “Jokes”
In the United States this is Memorial Day … to honor those who have served our country. Â No matter what you think of some of this countries policies and actions, I appreciate the service that people give this country … and the intent of them to serve peace in the world.
This makes it especially horrifying that the TV station that puts itself forward as THE real patriotic, fair and unbiased, news station … has gone way over the edge. There are many ways to give service to one’s country, and running for public office is one of them. Barack Obama is running for President of the US for service. It is not for gain or ego – it is for service.
Tropical Gateway, Digital © Diane Clancy
I am horrified that that news station showed 2 people – laughing none the less – on the air saying something that is way, way over the deep end. Â (That means very, very extreme for those who might not know the slang.) Â I do not want to even repeat it here … but I am giving you 2 links where it shows it and gives people action to take.
I hope you will take the action that you feel moved it. Â Here is the Huffington Post and Daily Kos with some good information. Â This kind of behavior has no place in this (or any other in my opinion) country. You know I don’t talk about such things very often – but I felt the need to on this one.
Here is a portal into another reality … where you didn’t expect it … in the middle of the rain forest. Â On second thought, there is some pretty far out spirituality and views into other realities coming out of the tropics … so perhaps this is one of those gateways! Â Thank you for coming by!
~ Diane Clancy
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First, let me congratulate you for your integrity and courage. Because we love our country deeply, we ought to speak out against such outrageous and inexcusale behavior, especially when it comes to the safety of our fellow citizens, let alone someone like Obama. The clip is infuriating to all decent people, whether or not they support his candidacy. How could such hate-spewing individuals get away with it??
Second, thank you for remembering the true meaning of this day. Sometimes, we forget the essence of significant holidays because we’re too busy barbcueing or shopping for the latest suntan lotion.
A moment of respectful silence for all those who have fallen in service to their country.
Finally, and on a much lighter note: THIS IS AN AMAZING PIECE! It is very fresh, the composition is very strong, the colors are magnificent, and the whole artwork seems to sing of better days. I especially like the integration of vegetation within the bird (sorry…I am not very good with identifying birds..is it a toucan?).
Best regards, and thank you for BEING YOU!!!
As a Dutch person, I am trying to not get upset about this very American issue. I am afraid I will blow my top.
I will comment instead on your very beautiful image and say how much I like it and how wonderful the colors are. The composition is just right and all things are in balance. You did a great job.
Big Hug!
Holy cow…! I can’t believe that….
The art is gorgeous… BTW…