Sunday, April 1, 2018

Easter Sermonette (a confession)

I am not prejudiced by race or non-violent faith, by national origin or by circumstances of birth - but I can not effing tolerate STUPID PEOPLE. Right behind the stupid are the chronically rude. My lack of tolerance for idiots is compounded when they work to take away rights or tell me how to live my life. 

I've been trying to be more tolerant of the moronic, imbecilic actions of the chronically stupid and it's been a struggle. Watching less news has helped incrementally. Ignoring politics to the extent possible, given what I do for a living, has also helped.

I am as tolerant as I can be of people who are unable to make a decision, however, having been in shoot/don't shoot and other life threatening situations my entire life has made this tolerance of others who can't make a decision (the best available) and living with it -- is a frigging challenge.

And it's Easter.

Jesus Christ was charitable toward all - even the stupid and nasty. It's a tough bar to reach for mortal man, but it's achievable. And a worthy goal.

Peace to you whatever system of religion or the lack thereof that you adhere to. Preach kindness, mercy, compassion and honesty and act accordingly. It's what Jesus would have you do and it's the only way to be happy in this life.

End of Sermonette