There have been a few things on my mind lately (I know, weird huh?) and I would like to throw them out there for debate:
1. Why would our parents choose to live in this hell hole we call Arizona, and why have we followed their erroneous decision and stayed here to melt??? I know this doesn't pertain to all of you so for you wise individuals that managed to get away, don't rub it in!
2. Is it wrong to want to run the moronic drivers off the road, half of which don't belong there, and then hang them from the underpass so that all the good drivers can stare and mock them for being the lousy drivers they are?
3. On a similar note, why don't we have a "Illegal Immigrant Celebration Day" and when they all show up in a symbol of solidarity and pride, we herd these wonderful money and resource sucking individuals into cattle trucks and take them back to Mexico or where ever they are from.
4. What has happened to bar soap? I used to like bar soap but now we have this flower or fruit smelling goo that we put on these "puffs" and rub all over our body. Where did the bar and wash cloth go???
5. If I KNOW the Church is true then why do I have to go? It's not like they are going to get me to believe any more than I do. I already believe. And on that note, why do I have to wear garments??? They are so stinkin' hot and uncomfortable and I know that it's more miserable for the women. Sure, I know why we do, but man, can't we just wear like patches or something. I like to feel free!!!
6. Why does Dr. Pepper taste so good??? I can't get enough. I want to drink it by the gallon.
Just a few and there is more but I'll save them for next time. I'll let you chew on these for a while.
23 comments:
I definitely appreciate AZ more now that I don't live there. Was that a rub in? I'm not sure.
I actually miss the moronic drivers in AZ. Everyone drives so slow here. It's painful.
I'll just skip #3.
I'm pretty sure they still make bar soap. Chris uses it.
Have you ever tried skipping church for a few weeks? After a while you just don't miss it anymore. I have a few siblings that never went back. That is why you have to go every single week. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
By the gallon? Seriously?
My thoughts about your thoughts:
1. I've been wanting out for a long time. If only Ganem would build a jewelry store in San Diego or Newport.
2. Hey dink - are you one of the good drivers or one of the bad ones?
3. I'm sensing you are an angry man - so many things to be upset about.
4. I also miss bar soap. I actually prefer it. I buy the bodywash because I thought you and Joe liked it. Back to bar soap it is!
5. Ditto Merilee's comment! Also, faith without works is dead. Sadly, it is not enough to KNOW, you also have to Do.
6. Dr. Pepper is NOT good. yes, it's been 10 years since I gave up caffeine, but I remember. Now, Cherry Coke and Mountain Dew, those were good. I still miss them.
Also, pancakes rule!
Hmmmm... let's see:
1. It's only 3 months of the year. Having lived where it can be dang cold at least 4 months of the year, I'll take reverse hibernation any day.
2. I think I need to take a ride with you to see what you consider a "good" driver before I can comment.
3. Hey, it works for Dead-Beat Dads!
4. I have never used a puff and rubbed myself all over. I wasn't aware that was a rule of body cleaning.
5. Because you have to repent of your weekly sins and partake of the sacrament. As far as the clothing issue - suck it up - the pioneers in AZ didn't have air conditioning and the fabric probably wasn't as "breathable" as it is now!
6. Temptations, Brian. You're here to learn to overcome them! See #5.
(Kim, waffles are far superior!)
Dear Brian,
Get help. Before it's too late.
Love,
your favorite sister in law, Sheri
Ok, here goes:
Merilee, YES, by the gallon!!! Mmmm
Kim, do NOT call me dink
Laura, 3 months??? Try 6-8 of HELL
Sheri, I'm beyond help!
Brian - I'm only going to comment on #1. I mostly agree and I'm glad I was forced to leave. But, as I recall, you gave us a TON of crap about leaving, so I really don't have much sympathy for you.
One more thing - the high tomorrow is supposed to be around 75 degrees...
Jamie, why only comment on #1??? I KNOW that you are more opinionated than that! That not a bad thing. It's good to have an opinion and like I always say, everyone is entitled to my opinion.
1. This is the closest to California weather, and if we can't afford Cali, then AZ it is.
2. I would have to say it is wrong, because Darrel would be hanging from the underpass I am pretty sure. I pretty much like having him around.
3. Let's form a committee. I'm all over that one. Do you know I had a patient that was hurt trying to cross the border then was put in our hospital for 6 months, because that is the kind of country we are.
4. I hate bar soap and love the fruit smelling goo. It leaves my body so much softer and yummy smelling!
5. You know, I did see a sacrament meeting on BYU TV once.
6. Thats disgusting
I agree with Sheri, get some help!
1. Really Laura, 3 months...I think the extended heat must be affecting your mind.
2. I have driven with Brian and I'm pretty sure his driving is comparable to a 75 year old snowbird from Canada
3. Don't worry...with the current "candidates" for Pres I'm sure they will all get amnesty and won't be illegal anymore.
4. I think the goo is a conspiracy because it is more expensive and you use it up twice as fast and thus have to buy twice as much. Damn corporate america.
5. Merilee had the best comment I've ever heard. In the name of Jesus Christ,amen.
6. I'll take Mountain Dew straight into the blood stream any day.
Trina, the closest thing to Cali weather??? Are you nuts? Have you been to Cali? This is the closest to Hell, not Cali. As for the good smelling goo, I'll take your word for it, cause I aint going come over and smell you. And, yes, I do need help but I'm afraid I'm past that point.
Jon, I drive just fine thank you. I believe you are the 75 year old Canadian snowbird. First, you live right near there and look at that grey hair of yours!!!! Sorry Dude!
Brian just a few comments...
I don't miss that 108 degree weather at all! And... I agree with you, it's 8 months of hell!
Also, Dr. Pepper... are you serious? Now Coca-Cola Classic... MMmmm.
In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
Brian,
Move somewhere else dude!
Trina, unfortunately my means to support my family is here and until Ganem Jewelers opens nationwide, I'm here to stay! Looks like you're going to have to deal with me for a while longer.
Chris, Coca-Cola Classic...are YOU serious??? I'd take Pepsi any day over that.
Mmmm... Coca-Cola Classic. I remember those days. It really is the best!
I tried voting for pancakes but I was able to. Pancakes are definetely, if they are made right.
Anyway, Brian, I agree with Trina, if you don't like it here, then get the hell out. I'm just kidding, I' probably miss Kim and Joseph.
I'm apologizing for Darrel!
This was the funniest line of comments to a post I've ever read. Brian, how did you get so good at setting yourself up for ridicule? Very entertaining. I don't think I'll add my opinions too much. No need to fuel the fire, except, has anyone heard of water? It's fresh, clean, and it actually quenches your thirst instead of making your teeth taste gross for the next hour.
Oh yeah, I don't know what the whole waffle/ pancake thing is, but I vote for crepes.
Dude, Crepes aren't an option! They're French and that's not allowed! As for the ability I have, well, it's a gift. I just don't care what anyone thinks about me and my highly valuable opinions.
Water??? You mean the stuff that we bathe in? Yuck!
Brian,
At least our sand doesn't have stingrays, so you don't have to worry about that. Would you rather live in a little heat, or have to live in constant fear of another stingray attack?
Well, since you put it like that...We have little stingray-like creatures all over the place. They are called Scorpions. I'll take the Sand and Surf thank you.
Would you rather step on a stingray or a scorpion? Hearing you experience with the stingray and comparing it to my own experiences with scorpions, I think I'd rather step on a scorpion.
I know this post is probably "dead" - I meant to comment last week, but alas, life...
1 - I'm with you on that, but some of them were commanded to, and their children's children's children are still there (I'm 5th generation). Notice we are no longer there. But we do miss everyone, and I would consider braving the heat again, if it meant my kids could see their grandparents more often than once every 3 or more years. We do love the East, although, Colorado and Oregon seem nice too, and are much closer to family.
2. Yes - because if you run them of the road and hang them (or even if you want to), you've become worse than what you despised. I try to give them the benefit of the doubt, for the sake of staving off anger on my part. Goodness can spread just as apathy can.
3. "Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!" - Emma Lazarus (engraven on a tablet within the pedestal on which the Statue of Liberty stands).
I think we should discuss solutions and accountability (since they're illegal after all, and really eating into our resources), but we should do it with an open heart, and remember what this country was founded on - a chance for a better life and freedom. Who wouldn't want that?
4. I agree - why do we love to over-complicate things? Bar soap is simple. You don't have to keep buying the plastic packaging, & recycling it, etc. But, liquid soap is more "convenient" (many complications and pollutions and bad habits are justified by "convenience"), and also more "sanitary". We use both. I want to learn how to make my own soaps - both kinds.
5. Merilee is right on. You go so you don't get out of the habit. You would be amazed how quickly people begin to forget what they've been taught (or how it gets twisted in their minds) once they stop going. You go to add to the oil in your lamp, so that when midnight comes, your lamp isn't empty. You go so you can learn how to be humble and to renew your spirit for the rest of the week. You go so you have the strength to hold your shield up strong against the adversary.
If we didn't wear our G's, we would so easily and subtly become like everyone else - caught in the snares of immodesty. Yeah, it's hot. Try KY in the high humidity - you stay wet - or NJ humidity without an air conditioner. I think we are the most spoiled people in the world, and yet we likely also complain the most.
6. Water, baby. If you stopped soda for a significant amount of time, chances are, you wouldn't want it so often any more. It's bad for the teeth (1/2 my ward are dental students), it's bad for the body (I don't know about you, but when I drink soda or anything with a lot of sugar in the summer, it always makes me feel heavy and hotter than just water), and the caffeine - probably not such a good idea. Do some research about soda, and you might not want it any more.
Sorry if I sound preachy - not meaning to. Just adding my opinion to the mix.
Oh - and French Toast. I wonder if our version of french toast is more American than French. We like to make things our own and put fancy names on them. Followed by crepes, English muffins and granola. Pancakes are ok.
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