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"Words"
Yup, I admit that I am quite skeptic about that age old saying, simply because I don't believe it. Perhaps, that quotation came out from a defensive point of view. Words, aren't they funny? people use them in all sorts of ways- to woo, to hurt, to heal, to destroy...
They are powerful tools indeed and I often remind my children- to not use certain words lightly or even in jest because they are like seeds. They take root and bear fruit and it's either good or bad. I think it's important to stir an awareness for something as ordinary as the use of words. I take it seriously, to me it isn't trivial- stereotyping, labelling people is not at all innocent.
Because unfortunately, not all people are sensitive to this truth and they are either ignorant of what they do or they know but just don't care. Words to them are just literally 'words'- you just have to er, well, swallow what they say even if it leaves a bitter aftertaste (chuckle...).
Reminds me of someone I know- she just lashes out at people and it really came to a point where her behaviour was quite damaging, words are like poison ! then again I thought- what made her like that? I realized she has this hidden anger inside. Still, it is not an excuse, she needs to sort it out I think.
All I'm saying is - some people are too dense to realize the effects of their words on others whilst some innocently succumb to freudian slips. There are people who are naturally tactless and they've picked up the habit of 'speaking before thinking'. I should know cause I lived with the whole Freudian gang for a good 11 years of my life (pfft !). I admit my tongue gets slippery every now and again, we all do I suppose, BUT I am doing better, much, much better.
I guess that is how political correctness evolved anyway (and like most other things has now gone overboard too), it's a sort of social control to minimise conflict...but that's another story. That is why I am totally against labelling, we have this habit of putting people in a box and making assumptions straightaway, it's sad I reckon. My ears perk up (including my blood pressure, he,he,he) whenever I hear people make asssumptions about so and so, convincing themselves and others that their opinion is truth.
Thing is, truth consists of the whole picture, and there are things we don't know about. We don't know it all, we possibly can't. I'd like to think the world would be a better place if we are gracious to one another and we can achieve this by setting a good example to those around us. Living out the virtues and values of life?
Just being Nursy!
In Retrospect -- post imported from my other blog :)
Mad Christmas!
It's that time of the year again, aye folks? everyone is feeling the tension...waiting outside shopping malls in the wee hours of the morning, briskly rubbing their hands in excitement & anticipation of the - boxing day sale...yippee! they cheer.
Hmp. pathetic little turds. (chuckle...I'm one of them).
We are indeed a sad lot. Businesses have us at the palm of their hands, twirling our hyped up senses with colourful advertisements which make us salivate with anticipation for cheat sales. Well, they certainly are smart a&*^%s ! incorporating classical conditioning into their promotion? ha! that's wicked aye? and we unfailingly fall for it, year in and year out.
Yep, that's right- I felt cheated with our Boxing Day sales down under 'down under' (NZ you twit!) and yeah, I am once again frustrated at having to buy the dress I have been eyeing on for 2 months & only get $10 off of it. CHEAT ! grrrr.
Darn, I need a break. Excuse moi...
(after 20 minutes...)
Hmmm, I feel calmer. Well, so how was my Christmas? it was great! the whole family was here at our place and we all had a great time. I cooked, baked, roasted- name it, I've done it (whew!), it was a feast, man. It was potluck but when you are the host of the party, there's always extra to take care of, especially the cleaning up...I was washing the dishes til 3 in the morning!
BUT all is well. I slept with a big smile, a rounded tummy (smirk!) and a smudge of chocolate pudding on my face (ha, ha, ha).
Anyway, hope youse' all had a wonderful time despite the madness of this season.
Ciao. ciao!
Love Earth Dot Com
Just watched the BBC documentary EARTH & it was awesome. I really enjoyed it, it was breathtaking- all the beautiful animals and magnificent nature in all its glory.
It makes you realize that we are not the only 'important' ones living on this planet, we share it with other living creatures and when man becomes negligent of looking after the earth- they suffer with us. In fact, they suffer greatly...
Global warming is getting bigger and bigger an issue with the passing of time and it is quite alarming. Personally, it kinda' makes me want to go green all the way...do my small contribution to a greener planet. Guess, a little bit will go a long way, aye?
HERE'S THE TRAILER, DO WATCH IT !
I immediately surfed the website- check it owt> http://www.loveearth.com/uk/
I recommend this clip> http://www.loveearth.com/uk/videos/birdofparadise
Anti Smacking in NZ
However I changed my mind. I am 100% for it now, after realising how important that could be for the children. Yeah, never mind the parents in this case- the kids are more valuable than our personal opinions.
NZ is now gaining reputation for having violence and abuse towards children. Everytime I read a newspaper, there is always something about child abuse and it's not amusing to read. It's the type of abuse that can only be described as disturbing and inhumane.
Again, now I've just read of a teenage mother who stabbed her 2 year old son in the stomach and then used a pillow to suffocate the poor child. Last year, one of the major scandals that rocked the country was when twin Maori babies were reportedly killed by their own dad and the family had done a cover up too. Nobody spoke to the press, they claimed it was cot death, etcetera...
I honestly wonder why? why the heck is this going on ? this kind of behaviour is abnormal and not acceptable ! and yet there is an evolving pattern that is turning into a phenomena. An ugly phenomena.
Baby Nia, poor baby Nia- I could hardly write this without my eyes watering but what her Mum, her partner including the brother & the father of the partner did to her was just terrible and heartbreaking. They were convicted, guilty and I wish they rot in jail. Yeah, without batting an eyelash I really hope they stay in jail for a long, long time.
The details of Nia's abuse is too gruesome for me to write, it creates an uncomfortable sadness inside. So, I decided to just give the link for anyone interested:
http://www.stuff.co.nz/4737546a11.html
It's just one of the many stories told about her. The only consolation I feel now is that she is at peace in heaven with God and the gulity parties I hope will age in jail, without parole.
"Show of Hands"
Apart from mocking about, pattering here & there in this blog of mine, I still have another addiction - watching films...I so love watching movies, especially Rialto films.
I've just been yesterday & watched this kiwi film and it was so good ! it is called "Show of Hands", based on a novel with the same name and it starred, of course, kiwi and hollywood actress Melanie Lynskey & Craig Hall.
It is a small town drama about a bankrupt caryard owner/manager who came up with a contest to try to save his business: he was giving away a Land Rover to whoever succeeds in holding onto the car the longest! ( unique plot eh? ), this went on for five days, even breaking the Guiness world record.
The story revolved on the participants. A surprise ending was in store too, excellent film. Got my moneys worth. Sigh! my story telling won't do it justice, all I know is that it was pretty engaging & heartwarming. Finito.
P.S. >> the soundtrack is amazing...Anika Moa rocks!
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