Rules 😈

We live in a system of rules.  They’re everywhere.  Some people think they’re for our own safety, and some think they’re put in place to limit us.  Either way, if you and I are in a position, and following rules are required, then we both shall follow them.

If I follow them, and you don’t, then that’s not fair to me.  This is kindergarten, but obviously some of us weren’t paying attention, or our teachers dropped the ball.  Perhaps some of us just lack consideration.

Is it fair that I arrive on time every day and you don’t, but we’re both required to arrive at the same time?  How long do you think a person can deal with the short end of the stick?  How long do you think it’s going to take for a problem to start?

There’s an old saying, “Without rules there’s chaos.”  When rules are put into place that’s the truth.  That saying means that we all follow the rules or none of us follow them because the genius who coined it foresaw the problems that will eventually occur.

What ends up happening in a situation such as this is eventually the person who follows the rules and does everything they’re required within the framework of the establishment, is seen as a problem.  This happens because eventually they start to talk about the way they’re feeling.  They’re feeling upset because no one is correcting or saying anything to the people who aren’t following the rules.

They’re upset.  Are they wrong for complaining or venting?  What do you think?  Has this happened to you?

Are you a problem?  Comment.

Living In The Future

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I remember when I was a kid thinking about what the future might look like in thirty years.  That was in 1985, and I was five.  All types of new technology, and human advancement and progress was mentioned, and we laughed at some of the ideas.  Other ideas were so impressive they just blew us away.

I guess some of those predictions were funny because they seemed far-fetched, but here we are thirty-four years later.  We laughed at the idea of electric cars becoming a reality,  but they’re on the road today.

I didn’t even know this until I discovered the electric gas station.  Yes, the electric gas station!  The future is here.  It crept right up on us.

As it turns out Tesla, Inc. an American automotive and energy company in Palo Alto, California has been manufacturing electric vehicles since 2003.  In 2018, consumers were able to purchase Tesla’s Model X, Model S, and Model 3.   I just read recently that some of these cars could have solar panel roofs.  Whoa!  Not solar panels on the roof of the car, the car roof would be a solar panel.

So I was walking to different places within my neighborhood applying for work when I happened to notice the “gas station,” (pictured above).  I couldn’t believe it.  I just laughed to myself because we always sit around discussing the future and how our reality will change, and it’s happening.  It’s happening everyday.  Get out and be apart of it!

Fentanyl 💉💊

Fentanyl is a narcotic used to treat severe pain, usually the type of pain experienced by cancer patients.  It has a high risk for dependency and addiction, which is why it’s a controlled substance.

The thing about about statistics is that they take time to compile so whatever the results are they’re always after the fact.

I remember when I was in my 20’s (2000 and beyond) the popular pain medications that were being abused were percocet, oxycontin, and vicodin.  These drugs were perscriptions in the opioid family.

Seventeen years later there was a change as fentanyl was making headlines.  Fentanyl, just like percocet, vicodin, and oxycontin, is an opioid, and all perscribed opioids despite what anyone says are synthetic forms of heroin.

In 2017 there were 72,000 drug overdose deaths reported and fentanyl was a big reason for the increase.  72,000 drug related overdose deaths was more than HIV, car crashes, and gun deaths during that year.

It’s unbelievable to see how much synthetic opioids are driving up death rates.  Overdose deaths resulting from heroin and cocaine and other opioids were near 15,000 to 16,000.  Fentanyl brought that number total number up around 29,000.

The president declared the opioid crisis a national public emergency during 2017.  It’s always good to know that people are aware, and for those who really care enough to help, a $1 billion grant program was setup to help combat the problem.  Let’s hope to see a noticeable difference in figures when this year comes to an end.

Good Growth for T.O.

I understand, and I can relate to Terrell Owens here, 9:15-10:20.  “See my article Personally Speaking.”

That line of disrespect is fine, but I know where T.O. is coming from here, unfortunately, not everyone will.  I would like to say this; This whole incident is based on T.O. learning from his mistakes, and trying to be a better person.  T.O., at this point, was growing.

When someone is making progress individually, spiritually, and as an adult, they’ll find themselves in situations where conflict is common, and that’s because conflict is what they’re evolving past.  Those situations are tests.  T.O. passed.

 

Who Is This Kid?

His name is Trevor Lawrence, and yeah, he’s still a teenager.  Oh yeah, he also just led Clemson to a College Football National Championship victory over the best team in the country, Alabama.

Despite that and the fact that he’s 6’6″ and about 215 pounds, Trevor Lawrence is still operating under the radar.  Perhaps it’s age.  Lawrence just turned 19 this past October, and as unbelievable as this may sound, he is a true freshman.

It takes a special person to graduate high school in the Spring, and lead a major college football program to a National Title in the Fall, but if anyone could, it would be him.

As it turns out, Lawrence was voted Offensive Player Of The Year and All-American in 2017 by USA Today.  Also in his senior year, Lawrence was awarded the Hall Trophey.  The Hall Trophey, also known as the U.S. Army Player of the Year Award, is presented to the most outstanding high school football player in the country.  Basically, it’s the Heisman Trophey for high school athletes.

This year he added to his already impressive resume by earning Second team All-ACC and Atlantic Coastal Conference Rookie of the Year.  In his College Football Playoff National Championship victory he was awarded offensive MVP.

So there you have it.  Trevor Lawrence is young and special and Clemson will have him for a least two more seasons.  By the time the 2019 season ends, Trevor Lawrence will be a regular on the college football scene, and the topic of many conversations.

11:11 Numerology

Most of the research (numerology) compiled about 11:11 reveals that it is a portal or a doorway to higher level spiritual awareness.  It is a power number and the first of three master numbers.  For those of you who are familiar with numerology you know that 11:11 is a code or a wake up activation representing a message from higher angelic realms and given to an individual courtesy of an Ascended Master.

It is good.  Whether the situation you find yourself in when you see it is perceived to be positive or negative, it’s still good.  It means that you are right where you are supposed to be and on the right path.  You’re reaching your souls mission and true spiritual calling.

Say what you will about numerology, but it’s not false.  Numbers were given meaning way before they became prevalent in anyone’s life so the truths you find within them are dependent on you as the individual, where you’re at in your life, how they apply to you, and finally, your perception of them.

If you see 11:11 bring yourself into the moment.  Take notice.  What do you see?  What do you hear?  Are there any songs playing?  What’s on television?  There’s an opportunity in that moment, and it specifically for you.

Clemson vs Alabama

Tonight’s kickoff for the College Football National Championship is scheduled for eight o’clock.  The Clemson Tigers are ranked number two in the country and the Crimson Tide are ranked number one. They’re both 14-0.

Now, I haven’t had much of an opportunity to watch a lot of college football this season, so I really can’t provide you with a complete pregame analysis.  In addition, I’m not going to stat blast you for the sake of publishing an article.

What I can and will do however, is offer you my professional opinion.

If any team is capable of beating Alabama…. it’s Clemson.  I think Clemson is going to shock a lot of people tonight and beat Alabama.

Have fun!

Wild Card Weekend

With all the excitement surrounding New Years and the College Football Bowl season we almost forgot about NFL’s Wild card weekend.

The hunt for the Lombardi Trophy begins this Saturday, January 5th when the (6)Colts play the (3)Texans at 4:35.  The action continues with the (5)Seahawks and (4)Cowboys playing at 8:15.

On Sunday, at 1:05, the (5)Chargers will visit Baltimore to play the (4)Ravens, and at 4:05, the (6)Eagles and (3)Bears kickoff in Chicago.