The decision to begin this adventure came about after checking up on some friends via Facebook. Facebook being probably either: a) a terrible waste of what could be productive time, or b) the greatest advancement in social networking in all of human history. I am more inclined to the later, basing that opinion on the number of requests I receive to play Candy Crush, a skill and reputation sure to win friends and influence future employers and clients. (TICH) I simply thought that by starting a blog, I could shortcut the process of reply, comment, and like on all the important things that my circle of friends post on their walls ("Share if you like air", "Like and re-post in 20 seconds and you will receive a wildebeest by mail", etc.) and which by nature of the friend relationship end up on mine. So, I make a blog, link it on my page and be done with it. Ya wanna know what JScarr thinks, read on...
I was also perhaps vaingloriously hoping to make astute and insightful commentaries on issues and events, as if any one cares what my opinion may be. I settled first on titling the blog, "The Problem Is...", and then selecting a topic to illustrate. It seemed the perfect endeavor to engage in writing to an audience, some thing I have missed doing, except in academic settings, for a number of years. After several drafts of various topics, I realized that the scope was too narrow.
So, be it known to all present, that there is a change in editorial policy as of this date. The posts on JScarrSez shall be in following these categories:
"The Problem Is..." - events and instances that, to this writer, are not sound in logic or reasoning, containing some fallacy, faulty perception, spin, or statement of facts which are not sound. Expect rants against bias in these posts.
"The Question Is..." - analysis of why things are what they are. These may be risible and philosophical in tone and mood. Readers can expect these posts to raise some eyebrows, because I will ask some hard questions. Essay answers only, please.
"This Just Ain't Right..." - my musings on events, politics, etc. that do not make sense to even me. There will be some very strange facts cited in these posts, but you cannot make up stuff such as what will appear under this heading.
"Show 'Em Some Love!..." - Expect to find commentary on things that reinforce belief in the essential goodness of humankind, the benevolence of God, and the great courage and persistence of the human spirit.
I write on this blog as part of my morning, and limit it to about thirty minutes a day. There will always be several topics in the pipeline, and one will be posted every Wednesday morning, for those of you waiting anxiously. I will always be somewhat tongue in cheek about things. I will always attempt a seriousness of discourse. I will always be honest in that it is my thought, opinion, and personal perspective.
So, all hail to Dave Barry and Charles Krauthammer, Hope you enjoy...
jscarrsez@gmail.com
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
JScarr Sez
This is an inauspicious date never to be remembered in the annals of history. The unimportant event I am announcing will probably have no influence over the course of time, politics, religion, philosophy, economics, or medicine.
If any thing is ever remembered about this, it will be that a simple man from Kentucky has made an exercise of his First Amendment Rights. English majors, editors, etc. please realize I capitalize those words for emphasis, as in this case, they are proper nouns.
The Text:
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
Over the course of this indefinite length blog, I will express my views regarding issues in the context of my rights granted above. You mar read, agree or disagree, but if I have it sett up right, you will not be able to comment. You should be able to send an email through the blog, and I will respond as time allows. Some may say that this is not in the spirit of the amendment, but I think it does. I also feel that it forces those who wish to comment to exercise their fight or right from their own blog. In simpler terms, this is my soapbox on my front lawn, you need your own on your lawn.
I will not give any biographical information about myself, that will become evident by reading the posts. I will rarely mention people or persons by name, as the focus will be larger than any individual. I will refrain from vulgarity, profanity, or coarse language, because I want this to be appropriate for any one to read, though the arguments may be above the level of some. I do not expect most first graders to understand these posts, but I want no one to have any objection to the reading of them.
So, if you want or need the insight and comments on life, the universe and everything, from a simple fellow from Kentucky, I hope you will enjoy reading the posts. Email comments to jscarrsez@gmail.com, I will attempt to reply or include anonymously in future posts if I find it furthers reasoned and rational discussion of the topic.
If any thing is ever remembered about this, it will be that a simple man from Kentucky has made an exercise of his First Amendment Rights. English majors, editors, etc. please realize I capitalize those words for emphasis, as in this case, they are proper nouns.
The Text:
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
Over the course of this indefinite length blog, I will express my views regarding issues in the context of my rights granted above. You mar read, agree or disagree, but if I have it sett up right, you will not be able to comment. You should be able to send an email through the blog, and I will respond as time allows. Some may say that this is not in the spirit of the amendment, but I think it does. I also feel that it forces those who wish to comment to exercise their fight or right from their own blog. In simpler terms, this is my soapbox on my front lawn, you need your own on your lawn.
I will not give any biographical information about myself, that will become evident by reading the posts. I will rarely mention people or persons by name, as the focus will be larger than any individual. I will refrain from vulgarity, profanity, or coarse language, because I want this to be appropriate for any one to read, though the arguments may be above the level of some. I do not expect most first graders to understand these posts, but I want no one to have any objection to the reading of them.
So, if you want or need the insight and comments on life, the universe and everything, from a simple fellow from Kentucky, I hope you will enjoy reading the posts. Email comments to jscarrsez@gmail.com, I will attempt to reply or include anonymously in future posts if I find it furthers reasoned and rational discussion of the topic.
Sunday, March 16, 2014
The Problem is...
Facebook postings on your wall.
Someone posted something hateful about Bob Jindal (sic), attributing a statement to him, which I was sure he did not say. So, I investigate, and sure enough, he never said any such thing. The statement was made bay the author of an article with an unfavorable opinion of him. It followed the full text of his remarks. The next paragraph began with, "To translate...", which I thought unusual as Bob's statements were in English and clearly understandable. So I posted a link, and my objections to such odious behavior, in a calm, disciplined, and academic manner.
The reply from the liberal friend was, "OK, I read the entire statement. He's still an asshat!"
I found myself unable to reply to such a cogent argument, and realizing I was not intellectually capable of following that logic, I unfriended the person to spare them the embarrassment of any association with someone as dim as me.
The next day, I posted a comment to someones political post. He responded by blocking my comment, sending the angry message; "NOT ON MY POST".
Well, having a friend on Facebook means your posts end up on my wall. I think that makes them fair game for comment from me. If you disagree, then that's fine, but if you think I should not comment, then you really do not value free speech. If you do not value free speech, I do not want you as a Facebook friend, or a real world friend either.
So I suspect my friend list will be getting a lot sparse
Someone posted something hateful about Bob Jindal (sic), attributing a statement to him, which I was sure he did not say. So, I investigate, and sure enough, he never said any such thing. The statement was made bay the author of an article with an unfavorable opinion of him. It followed the full text of his remarks. The next paragraph began with, "To translate...", which I thought unusual as Bob's statements were in English and clearly understandable. So I posted a link, and my objections to such odious behavior, in a calm, disciplined, and academic manner.
The reply from the liberal friend was, "OK, I read the entire statement. He's still an asshat!"
I found myself unable to reply to such a cogent argument, and realizing I was not intellectually capable of following that logic, I unfriended the person to spare them the embarrassment of any association with someone as dim as me.
The next day, I posted a comment to someones political post. He responded by blocking my comment, sending the angry message; "NOT ON MY POST".
Well, having a friend on Facebook means your posts end up on my wall. I think that makes them fair game for comment from me. If you disagree, then that's fine, but if you think I should not comment, then you really do not value free speech. If you do not value free speech, I do not want you as a Facebook friend, or a real world friend either.
So I suspect my friend list will be getting a lot sparse
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