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ED NOTE: Hmmm. That's a tough
one, Kris. I guess the first thing I want would be a cure for every disease that would strike us down.
I want there to be no pain and suffering for anyone to bear. There would be only good health and happiness surrounding us everywhere. I also want peace in the world.
No more terrorist’s fears any longer, and everyone would be free. I want no more hate. We would accept all our differences and reach out with compassion and love through the power in the touch of our hands.
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I wish for an end to poverty and corporate greed. No longer would the price we pay for gas,
food, and other necessities be dictated by Wall Street. I want to be able to go to the candy store with 16 cents and come back with a bag full of
goodies just like in the good old days. I wish that everyone can be grateful for the God given gift of life and realize this is not our “right”. Let us all appreciate that we have each other to lean on when the stress of reality overshadows our might. And finally, what I really want is an Official Red Ryder
Carbine Action, 200 Shot Range Model Air Rifle... and NO... I will not shoot my eye out! |
I have a
problem on my Rocket Football League team. The other kids don't understand me. All I did was take a bad penalty and stomp on another kid with my cleats. It's not like I'm Charles Manson. How can I convince the league's parents to let me keep
stomp..., I mean, playing. -Sue the Innocent
ED NOTE: I agree. I
looked through the Rocket League etiquette manual, and they say your
first remedy in any on-field conflict is to just try to remove yourself from a
situation by "grinding" the young opponents head and helmet into the turf.
The second remedy just says that a boys got to do what a boys got to do. Good Luck!
As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories are kicking into high gear to provide Americans with monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods -- merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American labor.
This year will be different. This year Americans will give the gift of genuine concern for other Americans. There is no longer an excuse that, at gift giving time, nothing can be found that is produced by American hands. Yes there is!
It's time to think outside the box, people. Who says a gift needs to fit in a shirt box, wrapped in Chinese produced wrapping paper?
Everyone -- yes EVERYONE gets their hair cut. How about gift certificates from your local American hair salon or barber?
Gym membership? It's appropriate for all ages who are thinking about some health improvement.
Who wouldn't appreciate getting their car detailed? Small, American owned detail shops and car washes would love to sell you a gift certificate or a book of gift certificates.
Are you one of those extravagant givers who think nothing of plunking down the Benjamin's on a Chinese made flat-screen? Perhaps that grateful gift receiver would like his driveway sealed, or lawn mowed for the summer, or driveway plowed all winter, or games at the local golf course.
There are a bazillion owner-run restaurants -- all offering gift certificates. And, if your intended isn't the fancy eatery sort, what about a half dozen breakfasts at the local breakfast joint. Remember, folks this isn't about big National chains -- this is about supporting your home town Americans with their financial lives on the line to keep their doors open.
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How many people couldn't use an oil change for their car, truck or motorcycle, done at a shop run by the American working guy?
Thinking about a heartfelt gift for mom? Mom would LOVE the services of a local cleaning lady for a day.
My computer could use a tune-up, and I KNOW I can find some young guy who is struggling to get his repair business up and running. |
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OK, you were looking for something more personal. Local crafts people spin their own wool and knit them into scarves. They make jewelry, and pottery and beautiful wooden boxes.
Plan your holiday outings at local, owner operated restaurants and leave your server a nice tip. And, how about going out to see a play or ballet at your hometown theatre.
Musicians need love too, so find a venue showcasing local bands.
Honestly, people, do you REALLY need to buy another ten thousand Chinese lights for the house? When you buy a five dollar string of light, about fifty cents stays in the community. If you have those kinds of bucks to burn, leave the mailman, trash guy or babysitter a nice BIG tip.
You see, Christmas is no longer about draining American pockets so that China can build another glittering city. Christmas is now about caring about US, encouraging American small businesses to keep plugging away to follow their dreams. And, when we care about other Americans, we care about our communities, and the benefits come back to us in ways we couldn't imagine.
THIS is the new American Christmas tradition.
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