
May 26, 2017 Reality
Check
Most Americans think
they are fair minded. But I think most are biased ... especially when
it comes to politics. Is that a good thing? You tell me.
How biased are
you? Let's do a little experiment. Below in the video section of this
email you will see 2 links. Both are funny... but NOT universally funny
because they are political in nature. One appeals to right wingers (conservatives)
and one appeals to left wingers (liberals).
Watch the video of
your political leaning first. You'll find it really funny. But then watch
the video of the other side. Is it funny? I didn't think so. Could you
even finish reading or watching the video? I think the intensity of your
discomfort is directly proportional to your bias. Are you surprised how
bad it is?
How is it that intelligent
people ... compassionate souls, can disagree in so many things? One insensitive
remark and the invisible protective walls slide up. The outstretched hand
of help is withdrawn and in its place comes a fist that will defend and
deal uppercut deathblows. Reasoning is turned off. The labels come up
--- Enemy! Untrustworthy! Stupid! Stubborn! Pathetic! Brainwashed!
Lost! Ridiculous! Immature!
Is reconciliation
possible? I like to think so. I know it's necessary to work together.
And it starts with realizing we are all biased. That means we don't listen
as much as we should. A little respect, an ounce of patience, and a dose
of humility and the world will be a better place. Now wouldn't that be
nice?
TGIF people!
Birthday
Celebration Contributed by
Tom of Pasadena, CA
Dennys has a
slogan:
If its your birthday, the meal is on us.

If youre in
Dennys and its your birthday ...
your life sucks!

Something
to Think About
I think it's pretty
cool how Chinese people made a language entirely out of tattoos.

TGIF Videos

The
Government Investigates Sent by Peter Paul of S. Pasadena, CA For Republicans only
Very witty analysis
of what's happening in our investigation-crazy government.
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Trump's
First Big Boy Trip Sent by Ed of Studio City, CA For Democrats only
Cleverly done.
Trump is made to look like a little boy going to his first overseas
trip.
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Eva
Cassidy Sent by Don of Kelowna, B.C.
My Mom discouraged
me from being an artist when she said "the only rich artist
is a dead artist." Her words ring true with this story about
Eva Cassidy whose fame came after she passed away.
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Parting
Shot Thanks
to Naomi of North Hollywood, CA

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