Why do people care?

The other day at work, I was slightly bored and I picked up a copy of Star Magazine to kill some time.

   As I browsed through this magazine, I saw numerous photos of people like the Kardashians and a host of others who have never done much if anything to deserve the celebrity that they enjoy.  For example, there were articles regarding things like Kanye West's new years resolutions and what he was getting Kim for Christmas. There is a photo of Miley Cyrus licking another girl's tongue.  Also, it seems that Justin Beiber announced his retirement causing an enormous furor on Twitter.  Snooki talked about tanning and Jenni Farley, also known as JWow on Jersey Shore is pregnant.  

   I could go on but my fingers would tire from typing nonsense that no one cares about.  At least most of the intelligent adults that I know would not care.   I really have no desire to insult anyone, but I guess I am wondering what is the attraction to magazines like this?  I know that the National Enquirer sells a lot of rags and they have been sued for making up stories if the truth can't be verified.  (Hey, Enquirer, don't sue me... I really have nothing you want)  

   But the point is what could possibly be so interesting about someone who has never done anything.  I would sooner read about my neighbor's dog because honestly, watching him deficate is more interesting than things that are printed in this magazine.  I don't care who is pregnant, I don't care who Miley Cyrus kisses, I don't care who is getting botox or who has had cosmetic surgery, and I still think that Justin Beiber is a girl.  He is just an obnoxious, no talent hack who for some unknown reason is adored by teenage girls.  Many of these people have no respect and feel entitled.  Maybe its because some of these people come from money that they feel more important than the rest of the world. 

   Further, I also think that if most of the reality shows were taken off TV, I personally would be very happy and I know more people who would be thrilled to see them go.  And I won't even start on duck dynasty.  I think that Charlie Sheen was closer to the truth than most people want to admit.  Freedom of speech is a lot like karma... it can be a bitch.  So what are your thoughts?

July 25, 2011

Lot of interesting things going on these days.  Budget crap in Washington.  Political posturing.  Republicans won't take yes for an answer. 
So book number two is called "The Price of Justice" and is available at not only Amazon.com, but at Barnes and Noble Nook, and also at www.createspace.com/3384695.   Amazon and B&N may require some searching, but create space is a direct link.
Have some sales which is always good, but since I work in the evening, I find myself writing more at night than I really want.  But book number 3 is in the works. Not quite sure which direction it will go just yet, or when it will be finished, so it is a work in progress.
Also, I entered the Writers Digest annual writing competition.  Won't know about that for a couple months yet, but it was worth the $25 entry fee just to get the name out there. 
I know its several months ahead, but we are still looking at spending some time in Florida this coming winter.  Getting to the point that I am tired of being cold for 6 months out of the year, so I need something a little warmer.
Thats it for now.  Gonna sit back and wait until next week to see if the government gets this resolved so we get our social security payment.  :(

next blog

Okay, so everything I read tells me that I have to have a blog.  It gets my information out to others to let them know whats going on with books.
    So, first book called The Key, is about a girl who unknowingly has access to a key that can open a new world, or fortune for her.  However, there are others who also are looking for this key and will stop at nothing to get their hands on it.  Enter our hero, John Bradley who will protect her at any cost.
Its a fast read and inexpensive.  Its available at www.createspace.com/3381752.
Thanks for your support and my next blog will have information on book #2.

My first blog

Okay, I guess its because I am sometimes just an old curmudgeon, but I am soooo tired of political ads.  I was tired of them 3 months ago and the lies just get more outrageous.  Seems that republicans think that democrats are not good family people.  I don't get it.  Do you have to be a republican to be a good family person?  Do you have to be a republican to have faith and to believe in your faith?  Do you have to be a democrat to really care about the welfare of others?   So much for my first blog.
There will be more but not so boring.