Some people really have a hard time letting things go. The past for them might as well have been yesterday. Grudges and grievances are powerful things. Everyone has to struggle with them. The reality of it all is that it isn’t the year 2000 anymore. However, our current state isn’t great.
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Remembering Emergency’s Randolph Mantooth
The 1970s TV show Emergency was one of my favorites growing up. It was about two groundbreaking paramedics Roy DeSoto and Johnny Gage who were dedicated to saving lives in Los Angeles. As a kid this whole world of firefighters and paramedics captured my imagination and inspired me.
The adventure and important work of rescuing people was a huge part of the appeal. Like most shows the characters make the whole thing special. Kevin Tighe and Randolph Mantooth brought DeSoto and Gage to life along with the crews of Station 51 and Rampart Hospital.
On July 9th Randolph Mantooth died at the age of 80. I am sad, but I am glad he lives on through his work and talent he shared with the world. He along with his on-screen partner Kevin influenced generations of men and women to go into the profession of firefighting and paramedics.
Randy, thank you for being a special part of my childhood. You will be missed but your legacy lives on. Rest in power. KMG365.
Something About Peace On Earth
I believe in peace (unless it’s professional wrestling). Perhaps those on Team Jesus should set the example of loving thy neighbor as thyself. I hold my prayers and thoughts up for the people of Iran, Iraq, Russia, Afghanistan, Palestine, Somalia, China, and other places and people we are told to hate. I also hold my prayers for places that have faced devastation because of wars they didn’t ask for, like Iran, Palestine, Lebanon, and Ukraine. I really don’t think it’s too much to ask to believe the world can be better and that people should win the day.
AEW Forbidden Door – Great Global Pro Wrestling
Tonight we have the All Elite Wrestling Forbidden Door pay-per-view event going on. Forbidden Door is an event with AEW, New Japan Pro Wrestling, CMLL out of Mexico, and Stardom from Japan, professional wrestling promotions battling it out for glory, gold, and more. I am hoping for some great graps and fun. Pro wrestling is the sport of kings and queens.
Happy Father’s Day To All
In some parts of the world it’s Father’s Day. I had a great dad and granddad, but I know that not everyone did. Fathers come in many varieties and circumstances. Some moms do double duty as dads as well. Dads of dogs and cats and other creatures like me count too. Thanks to all the dads who are setting an example of making the world a better place.
Daily Prompt – My Inspirations
My wife, parents, and sister have been constant inspirations. They have encouraged me too. I am also inspired by those in the culture who seek to make life better for as many people as possible. People who I have come across online have given me hope. Lately people in health care have amazed me. Nurses, nurse assistants, rehabilitation specialists, doctors, and more have shown me great skill and ability to heal and help people get back to where they were before. Thanks to all who have inspired me to want to be better and do more myself.
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