The Death of a Valuable Social Asset — Common Sense
The London Times (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
The following article has a powerful message, which is why I am eager to share it with my readers. However, the only thing I know about the article’s origination is that it is an obituary (of sorts) that was originally printed in the London Times. Let these words sink in:
“Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years.
No one knows for sure how old he was, since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape.
He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as:
- Knowing when to come in out of the rain;
- Why the early bird gets the worm;
- Life isn’t always fair;
- and maybe it was my fault.
Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don’t spend more than you can earn) and reliable strategies (adults, not children, are in charge).
His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well-intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place.
Reports of a 6-year-old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; and a teacher fired for reprimanding an unruly student, only worsened his condition.
Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the job that they themselves had failed to do in disciplining their unruly children.
It declined even further when schools were required to get parental consent to administer sun lotion or an aspirin to a student; but could not inform parents when a student became pregnant and wanted to have an abortion.
Common Sense lost the will to live as the churches became businesses; and criminals received better treatment than their victims.
Common Sense took a beating when you couldn’t defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar could sue you for assault.
Common Sense finally gave up the will to live, after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.
Common Sense was preceded in death, by his parents, Truth and Trust, by his wife, Discretion, by his daughter, Responsibility, and by his son, Reason.
He is survived by his 4 stepbrothers;
-I Know My Rights
-I Want It Now
-Someone Else Is To Blame
-I’m A Victim
Not many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone.
If you still remember him, pass this on.
If not, join the majority and do nothing. “
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There is always forgiveness and an abundance of mercy with God. Only human beings struggle to forgive and let go of the past. Read the story of a sinner who became a saint – Charles Colson in this morning’s New York Times. NYTimes: Charles W. Colson, Watergate Felon Who Became Evangelical Leader, Dies at 80.
NYTimes: Charles W. Colson, Watergate Felon Who Became Evangelical Leader, Dies at 80
http://nyti.ms/I139d2
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From the Front Porch: “Choices”
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From the Front Porch: I’m passing this along from a friend on Facebook hoping that it will speak to you.
It’s a poem by Ashley Black.
It’s called “Choice”.
Much of the time, our choices are reactions to our
fleeting momentary perspective.
But we can change what we choose.
Listen to these words:
I Choose….
to live by choice, not by chance;
to make changes, not excuses;
to be motivated, not manipulated;
to be useful, not used;
to excel, not compete.
I choose self-esteem, not self-pity.
I choose to listen to my inner voice,
not the random opinion of others.
(Ashley Black)
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From the Front Porch: So You’re a Perfectionist?
People who can’t tolerate their own imperfections are often quick to point out the imperfections of others. The next time you demand that others accede to a limited, narrow perspective of perfection, think about it: perhaps the dis-ease lies in you rather than them.
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Believers bemoan, cheer Prop 8 ruling – USATODAY.com
Believers bemoan, cheer Prop 8 ruling : http://usat.ly/wK2l5B
Some responses to the Federal Judge’s ruling overturning California’s Proposition 8 which bans same-sex marriage. Radical feminists and postmodernists are likely to respond to critics who oppose the Judge’s ruling in the days ahead. Moreover, this case is likely to land in the Supreme Court for judicial review.
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Till death (or illness or dementia) us do part? – USATODAY.com
Till death (or illness or dementia) us do part? : http://usat.ly/y3f92V
The issue of how to care for a loved one who is
diagnosed with dementia, Altzheimers or terminal disease is much in the news these days. What is your philosophy on how to handle the stresses of caring for someone who cannot care for themselves?
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From the Front Porch: “I Am a Teacher”
Phila. Teachers on Capitol Steps, Wash., D.C., 5/13/11 (LOC) (Photo credit: The Library of Congress)
I love this poem written by a teacher because it says so much about this wonderful profession that people often take for granted. Yes, I’m a teacher, and proud of it, not only because it’s what I do to make a living but also because it’s what God has called me to do with my life. I hope you are energized by the poem’s passion for teaching excellence. In order to give proper attribute, I got the poem from http://members.tripod.com/~Patricia_F/poems.html It’s called “A Teacher’s Creed”:
A Teacher’s Creed
I believe I have been called by God to teach.
I believe in children…young and old…black and white…rich and poor….each in need of learning.
I believe in blackboards, chalk dust, textbooks, and computers for each has a part in imparting knowledge.
I believe the love I give to my students will someday be reflected in their lives.
I believe the gift of teaching is not measured simply by marks, enrollment, or the end of the school year.
It is in the witness I give and the fullness of the life lived by those I teach.
I believe I have the power to lead those in need of learning to the threshold of their own minds.
I believe in my giftedness to use each of the tools available no matter how new or old..for the light of knowledge in the eyes of another is my goal.
I believe teaching is more than tests, diplomas, paperwork, and fundraising.
It is the values I breathe daily into another…slowly.
It is in the faith I share in Jesus…ever changing and growing…never ending.
I believe my success today goes unnoticed…until those i teach and touch can stand alone and say “in my life I have learned…”
I believe if I have taught and touched one person…in God’s name…I have used my gift to me justly..and can humbly say…
I believe in teaching….
I AM A TEACHER!!
Thanks to Julie McClellan
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