Passion Power

I grew up in an ordinary middle-class blue-collar home. We had street smarts and work ethic. There were no hand-outs. We were ruled by the Law of GOYA Get Off Your A……android. Yes, the good old days when parents still ran the household. We were self-motivated because of scarcity and boredom. I quit lower paying jobs for higher paying jobs because I wanted more. The world didn’t fall at our feet. Now it seems that isn’t true anymore. I think abundance is the problem. Our social and intellectual needs can be met without ever leaving the house and if Mom’s cooking, all the better. Throw in some cannabis and video games and you have the new world order. Nobody is bored anymore. When we grew up, we left the house and found something to do because we were bored. Boredom launched me. I moved out at 19 because I got bored living at home with my parents. I must thank them for the effort not to make my life too easy at home. We can’t blame the younger generation for being demot...

1. Stop complaining and ask yourself why you have so much when others have so little? 2. Stop being a victim and do something with your life. God helps those who help themselves. 3. People that fear criticism must be introduced to a little mighty word called SO 4. Don't marry someone that can't take care of themselves. In the old days we called it common sense. 5. People who abuse animals and children prior to jail sentencing should be forced to stand naked in a public place for 6 weeks straight to know what it feels like to be terrified. I didn't say stone them did I... 6. When you drink copious amounts of alcohol, smoke cigarettes, eat tons of junk food and don't exercise, don't act surprised when your health fails. 7. Kids learn by example. The apple doesn't fall too far from the tree. 8. Find a busy modern church and stick your head in. You might hear something interesting and inspiring. Don't throw the baby out with t...