This is a beautiful place. It’s known by some as “Big Blue” but lately it suffers from “big blues”. Lots of mean things are happening here. Violence, unrest, suffering. Granted there are also good things happening but in the past few weeks we are reminded of how fragile the whole thing is. Good people we must strive to change things in a meaningful and profound way. Pray and work for peace. This place is worth it. Lord hear our prayer.
I am a supporter of law enforcement. Many of it’s rank and file do great things in the communities they serve. However good law enforcement begins with training, temperance and a little tolerance along the way. Too many people have lost their lives unnecessarily due to incidences that could have been prevented. Law enforcement should be there to serve and protect even those who they are apprehending. Some people do bad things and threaten community and they need to be brought to swift justice by whatever legal means necessary. It’s also up to community and government to work together so that people aren’t brought to a point of desperation to do bad things.
The senseless killings this week are a reminder that life in all its stages is important and valuable. We have seen the names flash upon our screens and devices. Those people did not deserve to die. We can pull the trigger of a gun and public opinion too quickly without having all the facts. Too many people are no longer with family and loved ones because of that. It needs to stop. People are important, everywhere.
I work for a blood bank and today I tried a double red cell collection procedure called ALYX. This procedure is a little more involved than a standard donation because of the technique of returning fluid back into the body while taking red cells out. You can do this procedure every four months. Some situations call for more red cells to be in the general blood supply and this is one way of helping. This process only took 26 minutes and saved lives in the process.
Being a geek means never having to play it cool about how much you like something… Simon Pegg
Yes, yes, yes a thousand times yes.
This week has scooted by due in part to the Independence Day holiday on Monday. It seems so long ago though for some reason. Today is another opportunity to do good things. I just hope I am good enough for the tasks. We shall see how things go. Have a great day everyone. Do your best. Grace, peace and love.
John Cena the former WWE wrestling champion shines in this quite awesome PSA that gives a twist on patriotism. America can be great if it embraces diversity and shows more love. This site give you the tools to create your own picture of what love is. Mine is down below.
For more information visit http://lovehasnolabels.com/ to participate do your own picture.
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