Saturday, April 28, 2007
VATech Massacre
With these shootings becoming a regular event in the US, the media (and politicians) start looking for reasons for it. Even while I'm in Germany, the parents here are talking about how their kids have toy guns and that helps influence violence ... the only thing that I will agree on is that maybe some of these things help those who already have a predisposition for violence, but it will not create violent people.
But, whatever the case may be, Jon Stewart hit the nail on the head about the "blame game":
http://www.crooksandliars.com/2007/04/27/daily-show-whos-to-blame-for-vatech-massacre/
But, whatever the case may be, Jon Stewart hit the nail on the head about the "blame game":
http://www.crooksandliars.com/2007/04/27/daily-show-whos-to-blame-for-vatech-massacre/
Labels: guns, shootings, Stewart, video, voilence
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Women and shorter guys
I found this article on Digg today and found it quite humorous. Being actively involved in sports, I've had many female friends that keep a very strict diet of taller men.
For the most part, it's ingrained in the women and they rarely think about it, but it usually comes down to feeling "secure". If something were to happen, then theoretically, the man could protect the women. There have been other reasons floating around like women like to cuddle up into the man's chest, they don't like bending down to kiss the man (as they aren't used to it, it feels degrading in their minds to the men - i wouldn't know if that's how the men feel), etc.
Anyway, this article brings another factor into the equation. Women will accept the shorter man when money is involved. This article says that the man must make $200k or more, but this study is based on online dating. The rules are probably a bit different, but in reality I think it comes down to a security thing. Whether it's money, height, or something else that the man can offer that the women has a need for ... it boils down to security (remember, this doesn't apply to tall men ... we can have whatever we want) :D
But, don't fret all you short men. There are always exceptions to the rules ... maybe you're really really funny ... oh, you're not ... well, good luck anyway ;)
For the most part, it's ingrained in the women and they rarely think about it, but it usually comes down to feeling "secure". If something were to happen, then theoretically, the man could protect the women. There have been other reasons floating around like women like to cuddle up into the man's chest, they don't like bending down to kiss the man (as they aren't used to it, it feels degrading in their minds to the men - i wouldn't know if that's how the men feel), etc.
Anyway, this article brings another factor into the equation. Women will accept the shorter man when money is involved. This article says that the man must make $200k or more, but this study is based on online dating. The rules are probably a bit different, but in reality I think it comes down to a security thing. Whether it's money, height, or something else that the man can offer that the women has a need for ... it boils down to security (remember, this doesn't apply to tall men ... we can have whatever we want) :D
But, don't fret all you short men. There are always exceptions to the rules ... maybe you're really really funny ... oh, you're not ... well, good luck anyway ;)
Sunday, April 01, 2007
Religious Rights
A friend sent me this link today: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=445979&in_page_id=1770
Summary: They are talking about removing teachings of the Holocaust because Muslims don't see the history the same way that others do. Many people will jump on this and say "screw them", that's a part of history and needs to be taught (learn from mistakes, etc, etc).
However, the same people against allowing the removal of teaching the Holocaust are the same people that would like to have the teaching of "evolution" removed. The feelings may not be as emotional, but the arguments are very similar.
Going in a bit of a different direction, but following a similar rant ...
It's kind of like how some people will argue that Easter should not be celebrated because it is not a proper holiday, but Christmas is ok ... what?? Last time I checked, Santa was about as fake as the Easter Bunny. One holiday may be stronger than the other, but you can't go half-way. All these holidays that are so enjoyed by the masses should not be removed from a couple children based on their parents beliefs ... exceptions should be made. WAIT!! Before jumping on me about making exceptions, think about your own life. Had sex before marriage? Drink a little bit too much? Steal (cheating the govt counts)? shall I go on? ... those are all exceptions that many of the same people have made ... don't rob your child of these joyous occasions because you think you are in the righteous ... don't be a hypocrite. When your children are old enough to understand all these things, give them the choice to make their own decisions. That is their right.
Summary: They are talking about removing teachings of the Holocaust because Muslims don't see the history the same way that others do. Many people will jump on this and say "screw them", that's a part of history and needs to be taught (learn from mistakes, etc, etc).
However, the same people against allowing the removal of teaching the Holocaust are the same people that would like to have the teaching of "evolution" removed. The feelings may not be as emotional, but the arguments are very similar.
Going in a bit of a different direction, but following a similar rant ...
It's kind of like how some people will argue that Easter should not be celebrated because it is not a proper holiday, but Christmas is ok ... what?? Last time I checked, Santa was about as fake as the Easter Bunny. One holiday may be stronger than the other, but you can't go half-way. All these holidays that are so enjoyed by the masses should not be removed from a couple children based on their parents beliefs ... exceptions should be made. WAIT!! Before jumping on me about making exceptions, think about your own life. Had sex before marriage? Drink a little bit too much? Steal (cheating the govt counts)? shall I go on? ... those are all exceptions that many of the same people have made ... don't rob your child of these joyous occasions because you think you are in the righteous ... don't be a hypocrite. When your children are old enough to understand all these things, give them the choice to make their own decisions. That is their right.
