Can the Act of Looting be Justified?

When you get down to it, looting is stealing and stealing is wrong...does this mean that looting is wrong? After Hurricane Sandy, citizens have been taking items such as diapers, wipes, batteries, alcohol, Kit-Kat bars, and even big screen tv's. Because of the storm, stores are not open, meaning that the disaster victims are not able to purchase necessities. We can't help that everyone has everyday needs, but candy bars and flat screen tv's are not required to survive through a natural disaster. In order to get into the local businesses, looters are having to break in, causing damage to individuals' properties. All the cities that are suffering from Hurricane Sandy have plenty of damage costs as it is. Thieves breaking into buildings are not helping their cities recover. Even though looting can be helpful to some, it really just makes it harder to reestablish the towns and businesses.

Why do I do That to You?

     Spotted just this past weekend by paparazzi, Jason Aldean was found at a bar in Los Angeles, California kissing and dancing with an American Idol contestant, Brittany Kerr. As all of his fans know that she is not his wife. The question is, does this make Jason Aldean a cheater? Personally, I think Brittany is at as much fault as he is.

     Jason and Brittany were at the party Friday night, twenty-one pictures were released on Sunday by Taste of Country, he made a public apology on  Facebook and Twitter on Sunday and Taste of Country on Monday, and Brittany didn't release any commentary until Tuesday on Taste of Country. Even though Jason did apologize, that does not justify the situation or make it right. I see it as cheating and I belive that cheating is wrong. Men and women are cheated on everyday and I don't like it. Being unloyal like that ruins relationships and causes broken homes. Jason did say that he "screwed up" and I one-hundred percent agree with that statement. He also said that he "had too much to drink, and let the party get out of hand." Once again, I completely agree. It's kind of hard for me to accept him blaming it all on alcohol. Personally, I don't think he needed to be out without his wife, and a grown man knows how to behave. However, I do think that Jason will try to fix the mess he got into because he said, "I ultimately ended up embarrassing my family and myself. I'm not perfect, and I'm sorry for disappointing you guys. I really appreciate being able to work through this privately with my family and for all your continued support." It is good that he apologized to his fans, but that doesn't mean his wife and two little girls are okay with everything. This is something they have to deal with for the rest of their lives. As a fan, I am pretty upset about it...and I'm not even his wife.

     Personally, I think that Brittany's behavior was just as low and cold as Jason's was. Not only did she just contribute to possibly breaking a family and marriage, but I guess she was she was also too good to give a true apology within reasonable timing. According to Taste of Country, she "continues to take a beating from media and country music fans over the pair’s indiscretion." Well, that's just tough. She made her bed, now she's gotta lay in it. Brittany says that "the actions I portrayed recently were not a representation of my true character, but a lapse in judgment on my part. I would like to sincerely apologize to everyone that has been affected by this, including my friends and family.”  I think she's lying. Any country fan could tell you that he has been married to his wife, Jessica, for over ten years and that they have two daughters. Taste of Country even stated that she told her friends "after the story broke that she didn’t know Aldean was married and if she had, she’d never have taken things as far as they went, which contradicts her statement about having a 'lapse in judgment.” Also, the last people she needs to say sorry to is her friends and family. Brittany needs to be worried about Jason Aldean's family. After all, he is married and has children! Because of what happened, several Jason Aldean fans have blasted her on twitter with how they feel about her. Some fans called her a "homewrecker" and others said that "she took advantage of a married man while he was drinking." Due to the opinionated comments, Brittany deactivated her account. If the account was still active I would say "suck it up, butter cup!" Brittany is a grown woman, just like Jason Aldean is a grown man, and she has just as much control of her actions.

     Cheating is wrong and it will never be right. Like the example I have just shared with you, several similar events happen every single day. Absolutely no one deserves it. I really hate that cheaters are amongst the evils of our cruel world. However, I do think that cheating will turn around on you. Just a few days after the incident, a local country radio played one of Jason's songs, 'Why' and referenced what happened. Also, his new album 'Night Train' releases in stores on October 16th. I doubt if there's going to be as many fans as expected to buy that one. As a Jason Aldean fan, I am struggling with whether I want to purchase it or not. Even though I like his music, why would I want to support a cheater?

https://twitter.com/Jason_Aldean

http://tasteofcountry.com/jason-aldean-brittany-kerr-kissing-photo/

http://tasteofcountry.com/jason-aldean-apologizes-brittany-kerr-kissing-photo/

http://tasteofcountry.com/jason-aldean-brittany-kerr-apology/

http://www.facebook.com/jasonaldean?ref=ts&fref=ts

 

 

 

 

Current Connections: Robin Roberts

Current Connections: Robin Roberts

    Cancer, an evil disease that spreads like wildfire, is all around us.  Every day, numerous individuals are diagnosed with the sickness, or worse...killed by it.  Robin Roberts is one of many. Five years ago she was diagnosed with breast cancer.  Currently, she is on a medical leave from her job, hosting Good Morning America, due to her latest diagnosis, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).  I can personally relate to this situation because my Papa-Mike just recently passed away of Esophageal Cancer.
    Cancer is a very serious disease and treatments are harsh.  Well, if you are able to take treatments that is.  MDS is a disease of bone marrow and blood, formerly known as preleukemia.  For right now, she is taking “pre-treatment chemotherapy in advance of a bone marrow transplant later this year.”  I think it is wonderful that Robin is so open about her diagnosis of MDS and in the past, breast cancer.  It can be very motivational for other fighters and survivors.  She has remained positive throughout all of it and has been thankful for prayers and supporters.  Robin even said “when I faced breast cancer, your prayers and good wishes sustained me, gave me such hope and played a major role in my recovery.” With this new sickness Robin has even asked “humbly for more of your prayers and love - as I will keep you in mine.”  
    Absolutely nobody deserves to have cancer.  However, it is still a part of our daily lives and the victims still have to cope with it.  Unlike Robin, Papa-Mike chose to keep his illness pretty private.  For his disease, cancer of the esophagus, he underwent chemotherapy and some surgeries.  Papa-Mike was pretty involved in his job like Robin.  He established Kendall Financial Consultants and did his work at Citizens Bank here in Batesville.  Not many people knew about Papa-Mike having cancer.  He preferred that it was kept private due to his business.  Eventually, he had to step down from work as well.  Even though Papa-Mike did not make his illness public,
he still had faith and fought like Robin Roberts.  They both fought their hardest...just in different ways.
    I suppose what I am trying to say is that sadly, cancer is not a rare thing.  It seems as if it is normal.  Honestly, I bet that everyone can relate to it one way or another.  So for those who are fighting, do not give up, have faith, and you can find your way to get through this!

http://gma.yahoo.com/robin-roberts-im-going-to-beat-this.html

Inference

I believe that the new World Trade Center will be rather heavy. The infographic says that there will be over forty-five thousand tons of steel. Well, a ton is two thousand pounds so that's almsot one hundred thousand pounds! Also, the text stated that is six times as much as the Eiffel Tower. It's pretty safe to say that the new World Trade Center will not be light weight.

My Bucket List 2012-2013

1. Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers
My mom told me that I needed to read this. The story is kind of a twist off the boI'ok of Hosea in the Bible. I am kind of a sucker for romance...so I am pretty sure this novel will be the perfect pick for me.

2. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis
The Chronicles of Narnia series has always seemed pretty interesting. My fourth grade teacher read my class the first book in the series and I really liked it. I figure the rest of the books will be worth while as well.

3. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, And The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
I've seen the movie several times and it is pretty good. Generally, I like reading the books better than I do watching the movies. So, I hope that this will be more enjoyful than the movie is.

4. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Horse and His Boy by C.S. Lewis
At one point I started to read this and never finished it. If I'm going to read the rest of these books it would only make sense to read this one too. Maybe this book of the series will be more interesting since I don't know as much about it like the first ones.

5. The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian: The Return to Narnia by C.S. Lewis
My mom took my brother and me to see this when it was in theaters. I don't remember much about it and it was kind of hard to comprehend. I'm sure the book will better explain and have more detail than the movie. I bet I will like the book better.

6. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S. Lewis
Well, it would be kind of pointless to read over half of a book series and not finish it. I reckon that's a pretty good reason to read this. There isn't a movie to watch based off the book either.

7. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair by C.S. Lewis
I just think this whole series is worth reading. I just think it's stupid to waste my time reading a book series to not finish it. I think the author meant for it to have some biblical connections too. I would like that.

8. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Last Battle by C.S. Lewis
Well, this is the last book in the Chronicles of Narnia Series. It would only make sense to read it. Not knowing what happens in the end would drive me insane.

9. A Walk to Remember by Nicholas Sparks
I absolutely love Nicholas Sparks! He is probably my favorite author. A Walk to Remember is a wonderful movie and I bet that the book is even better.

10. The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks
The Notebook is probably my favorite movie of all time. I just haven't ever got around to reading the book. I am a sucker for romance novels, so I'm sure it will be great!

Who's to Blame?

Everyone knows what you're talking about when you say "The Titanic." On April 15, 1912 the "unsinkable ship" sank. There are several individuals blamed for this tragedy. Personally, I don't think there's a single person that can be blamed for the event. I mean, nobody can really be held responsible for this. Accidents happen everyday...this one just happened to be rather severe. Innocent people lost their lives and it seemed to be pretty miserable. However, this won't change people's opinion on who's fault it was. Regardless of that, I do think that those who believe that, should forgive who they have chose to blame. Like I said, it was a tragic accident. That's a big weight to have on someone's shoulders if they felt accountable for the sinking of "The Titanic."

"He sought my pity, but had he any right to pity? Did a man of his kind deserve anybody's pity?"

"He sought my pity, but had he any right to pity? Did a man of his kind deserve anybody's pity?"

I'm not sure if there's a difference in pity or forgiveness, but I do think that the Nazi soldier does deserve forgiveness.  He told the jew "belive me, I would be ready to suffer worse and longer pains if by that means I could bring back the dead, at Dnepropetrovsk."  The soldier knows what he did was wrong.  He deserves forgiveness like everyone else.  The soldier said, "I have longed to talk about it to a Jew and beg forgiveness from him."  He's admitted his mistakes and made confessions.  If you are able to be the bigger person and know your rights from wrongs, then I believe you have earned forgiveness and compassion.  Regret:  Knows wrong.  Sorry, yet pitiful.  Ashamed.  The suffering from past mistakes.

God Forgives

    I don't believe in or support abortion, but I do believe that God forgives.  Everyday babies are born out of wedlock and unplanned pregnancies.  Personally, I think mothers in that position should not abort their child.  Babies are not capable of making their own decisions or having a say.  I believe they deserve a chance at life.  Just because I feel this way doesn't mean everyone else does.  Everyday babies are aborted because they were created out of wedlock and they were unplanned.  I think it's sad and unfair.  However, I do believe moms deserve a chance as well.  Babies are not mistakes, but they come here because of two people's choices.  Maybe these moms could learn from their past decisions and make better ones.  In no form or fashion am I supporting abortion, but I do believe that God forgives.