MCTFisher9120 Posted May 15, 2011 Report Share Posted May 15, 2011 (edited) This is a quote from my best friend Tye, he wrote this and has really changed his outlook on life as I have month`s ago. Take a read fokes...not my words and if locked I appoligize. `Quote- What is Normal? The phrase is tossed around more than a drunk hooker at a bachelor party, yet it seems to one of the most controversial questions formed. Just what exactly, does it mean to be normal? Does it mean to do what everyone else does, to follow suit and be a drone that is latched onto a system as if it’s a baby stuck to a twit? Or does it mean to be one with your mind and think for yourself and think outside the box. Sadly, the latter is what has been considered “weird”, or “misguided”, yet who are the ones making these judgements? The same people who try to conform the people, to make them all line up one after the other and make them believe that the life they lead will take them to happiness and beyond. The same people who continue to wage wars across our world over trivial things. The same people who believe that money is the cure to all our problems. The same people who believe that school is important. Now I know this will get people all jiggity-janked, but school is nothing more than a headquarters of conformity. Simply put, it’s a factory that produces fully functional working class zombies. It’s these people who are the ones who will continue the crap spiral our planet has been engulfed in for YEARS. Those zombies, or shall I say “normal people”, will grow into adults and elderly under the belief that money = happiness. A happiness which you adore something for its monetary value as opposed to its sentimental value. What is money? Does it contain magic? No, money is nothing more than a piece of paper. We’re told it has value, and so we spend it expecting to be happy and sure, for awhile it’s great! Until it breaks, and you’re stuck going to buy another one to replace it. Did you know that what you bought contributes to the inevitable destruction of your home planet? With so much money in the system, the constant spending and consumption depletes our natural resources and then what? Sayonara Earth. Natural resources are good and all, but does it say anywhere in there something about them being unlimited? No I didn’t think so. The saddest part about it all is that us who have seen by all this charades, all these ploys to brainwash us, we’re the ones who have to pay for it. Can someone explain to me how the damn that works? The ones, who understand the problem, understand what needs to change, and understand that to continue living things need to CHANGE are the ones who are viewed as outcasts, rebels, menaces to society. News flash folks, it’s your own government that’s feeding you the lies, your leaders that are taking you down this road of money lust, and your government that doesn’t care about you. That’s why I didn’t vote, and I’m proud of my decision. Who wants to write down a vote for someone who is feeding you crap after crap lines and crap promises? The true reality is that they are nothing but puppets. And the true reality regarding everything is one giant crap twister. We feel so safe in our world in which were lead to believe is in great care when in fact we live in tremendous amounts of constant turmoil. We’re lead to believe that religion is proper, that our police will protect and serve us, to believe that “drugs” are bad. Here’s some tips: Religion separates us more than it brings us together. The police force don’t give a rats ass about us, and they’re true purpose is quite the opposite Now yes, some drugs such as Meth and heroin are just darn retarded, but not all of them are like that. In fact, drinking alcohol is worse for your body yet people still darn’ give’r There is always going to be people on both sides of the fence, that part is undeniable. But I just wanted to warn them. It’s not my place to tell them they’re wrong, but I can tell them that they stuffed up, BIG TIME Rant = Done End Quote' Thanks guys, MTBF Edited May 15, 2011 by MikeTheBassFisher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted May 15, 2011 Report Share Posted May 15, 2011 thanks I needed a laugh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCTFisher9120 Posted May 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2011 thanks I needed a laugh Laugh every day if you can. I won`t take any offence to anything, I expect some debate and mixed posts. Just the strong views of the world from a youngster. I don`t agree nor disagree however he points out many things...Guess it`s complex to view the world for what it has become. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted May 15, 2011 Report Share Posted May 15, 2011 A complaint and condemnation without an answer. They are easy to write... It's the ones that answer the questions they raise that earn my respect and not my mirth or sympathy. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCTFisher9120 Posted May 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2011 (edited) A complaint and condemnation without an answer. They are easy to write... It's the ones that answer the questions they raise that earn my respect and not my mirth or sympathy. Art Fair comment. I'll read the replies later. Just curious to see other people's views. We all preach that other's don't act on their views as you just did there...It's human nature to speak and not to act...we all think this way and well that's why we live the lives we do. I like my life how it is, always room for improvement. Edited May 15, 2011 by MikeTheBassFisher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookslav Posted May 15, 2011 Report Share Posted May 15, 2011 Sounds more like ramblings of an angry youth to me LOL... And very conflicting if you were to ask me. With statements appealing to sympathy such as "who are the ones making these judgements? The same people who try to conform the people" followed by condemnation in the form of an absolute, "Here’s some tips:Religion separates us more than it brings us together. The police force don’t give a rats ass about us, and they’re true purpose is quite the opposite" It sounds a little bit like the slant of an anarchist if it wasn't for the fear of Turmoil??? Anyway, Generalizations and painting everyone with the same brush is pretty narrow minded. Tolerance and understanding begets the same.... As for normal... To me normal is a regional thing for exsample, Oktoberfest to 90% of the world seems pretty weird when they view us wearing silly clothes, with bells, feathers and hats doing silly dances to polka music and drinking beer from little cups. Yet in Kitchener its normal, and a heck of a time. If everyone could simply learn to disagree yet remain tolerant and understanding....what world this could be. I would simply be careful in condemning what is perceived as normal while chastising and criticizing others. Somthing about people who live in glass houses comes to mind Peace out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted May 15, 2011 Report Share Posted May 15, 2011 Your buddy definitely needs to fish more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbouck Posted May 15, 2011 Report Share Posted May 15, 2011 Your buddy definitely needs to fish more. x2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhickey Posted May 15, 2011 Report Share Posted May 15, 2011 X3 We all have triles and tribulations in our lives that make us question ourselves as well as the beliefes of those around us. At times like this it becomes the responsibility of those that call this person a friend to step up to the plate and prove that friends can and do help friends going through a tough time in life. friends do not step back and critisize they step up and help!! Speeking from both sides of the fence!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oggie Posted May 15, 2011 Report Share Posted May 15, 2011 (edited) The problem with your rant is the lack of solutions. It's fine to disagree with the status quo but you need to come up with alternatives. Opting out is the easiest, laziest thing to do. It's often the kids who can't exercise any self-discipline who say school is stupid. It's not the REAL world and to suceed is to conform. I'd say get an education so you know something, then start to change the system from within. If you think voting is conforming then run for politics and make a difference. If you think cops make you conform then get an education and become a cop to see if you can expidite change in the youth. Your approach involves no risk and no effort. It's all bull right! Opting out is the easy thing to do. Dan O. Edited May 15, 2011 by Oggie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lookinforwalleye Posted May 15, 2011 Report Share Posted May 15, 2011 Boring!!! Please keep all sharp objects from your buddy!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radar Posted May 15, 2011 Report Share Posted May 15, 2011 Somebody isn't ready to grow up yet. Blame everything else except yourself. "If everyone could simply learn to disagree yet remain tolerant and understanding" - how does this fit after a 50 line rant about not tolerating or understanding. Somebody who doesn't vote really doesn't deserve an opinion like this anyway. Spoil the ballot at least. The cop comment is somebody making bad choices in life and blaming the system rather than their choice to stay in this fine society. If you don't like it, and you won't act to change it (even by a vote) then you should leave instead of dragging everyone else down. A very wise man once said to me "Go Fishing". This is from the gospel of Dan Bouck (last weekend actually). Can I have an amen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted May 16, 2011 Report Share Posted May 16, 2011 I see here someone who has decided to take a problem in his mind, and put it on paper in an effort to understand all the conflicts of his mind.I see a man standing at the edge of an abbys, and trying to find a reason within himself, to come safely down from the edge, the slow and hard way, rather than taking a leap. I see a man here who has retreated from addiction, and is making an effort to reintegrate into a world he has long left behind. I see myself,21 years ago, in the writings of this man. MTBF, help this man. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted May 16, 2011 Report Share Posted May 16, 2011 The OFC crazies are coming out of the wood work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danc Posted May 16, 2011 Report Share Posted May 16, 2011 I'd be worried about your friend if I were you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhickey Posted May 16, 2011 Report Share Posted May 16, 2011 I see here someone who has decided to take a problem in his mind, and put it on paper in an effort to understand all the conflicts of his mind.I see a man standing at the edge of an abbys, and trying to find a reason within himself, to come safely down from the edge, the slow and hard way, rather than taking a leap. I see a man here who has retreated from addiction, and is making an effort to reintegrate into a world he has long left behind. I see myself,21 years ago, in the writings of this man. MTBF, help this man. Paul Good words Mercman !! Somone is crying out for help. I certianly hope he has FRIENDS close by willing to help through the tough times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCTFisher9120 Posted May 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2011 The problem with your rant Dan O. Not my Rant. just a read from a friend i wanted to share and read opinions and views on. thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted May 16, 2011 Report Share Posted May 16, 2011 Mike, how old is this kid? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehg Posted May 16, 2011 Report Share Posted May 16, 2011 Fishing works wonders on the psyche of youth. Tell your friend to 'think about the box'. Mainly the tackle box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCTFisher9120 Posted May 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2011 (edited) Thanks for the comments guys, very interesting and complex thread. He is a good friend of mine and we have kept touch since he moved 3 summers ago. We have seen each other once since then and will be doing some camping this summer. Troubled is he, no I don't think so. Just expressing his views of the way he sees the world. He has view of the thread, if he chooses to reply to comments he will give the responses to me but please understand these are not my words and views. Edited May 16, 2011 by MikeTheBassFisher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCTFisher9120 Posted May 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2011 (edited) Mike, how old is this kid? Turning 20 Edited May 16, 2011 by MikeTheBassFisher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danc Posted May 16, 2011 Report Share Posted May 16, 2011 Tomorrow is another day. I can't wait to see the sun rise. Best part of my day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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