Haiti….

Ok, I may lose some followers because of what I am about to post. So be it. Just be sure to say goodbye before you go…

It is very sad what happened in Haiti yesterday. Thousands, if not hundreds of thousands dead, and millions displaced. Now the social web is going nuts to “help Haiti”..

What about us? What about the country you live in and “love”? We have MILLIONS of kids going homeless and hungry EVERY DAMN DAY! We have people losing their homes to fires, floods, repos, and other disasters on a daily basis.

The pictures you see are horrendous, yes. But, have you seen pictures of Detroit? Why not donate $10 to the Salvation Army, The Red Cross, your local church or homeless shelter? As they say, charity begins AT HOME…

No, I am not a cold-hearted bastard by any means, and if you still want to donate to help Haiti, go for it. I just wanted you to think of the good old U.S.of A. also..

I know I am only one check away from homelessnes myself. I am underinsured. And, I know many, many people in the same or worse condition. My friends are losing their houses left and right. Losing their jobs, losing their very lives as we speak.

Take a minute. Think of your fellow countrymen. Do what you can to help everywhere you can.

Now, if you think I’m wrong, feel free to unfollow me. I don’t really care. There are more important things to worry about.

Thank you for your time.

Sort of a re-run…

I know I’ve shared this song before, but a friend found it with a better video. It should be good for a laugh, or at least a smile. Makes for a good first post in MMX.

Happy New Year

As this year 2009 draws to a close I meet the new year with mixed emotions.

This has been a ‘down’ year for me financially. A lot of not so good stuff has happened which I won’t detail here.

On the up side, I have met you – my online family. Some of you have become very close friends even though we not have actually met IRL.  Having met you means more to me than you realize. Socially, I am somewhat of a recluse. I have only one real-life friend in this town even though I have been back in Michigan about 14 years now. I stay up here in my room and go to work. That’s about it. Twitter, facebook, and Dementia Radio have become my lifeline/pass-time/and sanity saver.

If I’m feeling blue, I can always count on you to pep me up with your words of encouragement, the funny funny music you make/share, and by letting me be the sick twisted pervert I pretend to be to get/share a laugh.

So for 2010, I hope and pray that my friends stick with me, and that things go well with all your lives. May your hopes and dreams approach reality. May all your goals be met. Stay healthy.

If you go out to party tonight, have a good time, but if you drink, please don’t drive. Call a cab, call a friend, or any of the number of other options made available to you tonight.  No matter how much that cab ride costs, it is much cheaper than a DUI or a funeral. I want to see every one of you in the coming year!

May your chosen deity, or lack thereof bless you greatly!

It's A Great Day...

Ok, I ran across this this morning thanks to a facebook/twitter friend. (Thanks @santasdevil) I just had to share it. That is all...

Present Face 2009

I just had to share this. A new video/song by one of my favorite groups, Garfunkel and Oates. Actually it's not new, but they have redone it for this year.

I know we all have gone through this - and will go through it over and over again.

Enjoy - I did!

First Merry Christmas Post

Ok, this is my first Merry Christmas post.  A friend on twitter posted this and I just had to share it with you. (Thanks @wiretapper).  This is one awesome Christmas light display set to music. You must watch.

Enjoy.

Amazing Grace Techno - Computer Controlled Christmas Lights from Richard Holdman on Vimeo.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving to all my American friends.  On this day we celebrate friends, family, and all that we have been given in this life. Whether you have a little or a lot, be thankful for what you have. You are still breathing, hopefully, you have a roof over your head and food to eat, and you have people who love you.

If you can, remember those who don't have these things. Donate or help out at a homeless shelter. Remember our soldiers overseas who cannot be home with loved ones because they are allowing us to have this day.  Be nice to those who don't get today off and have to work to serve you, believe me it is not THEIR choice.

So enjoy yourselves, eat a lot (you can diet later) and enjoy your loved ones while they are with you.

Finally please DON'T do this to your animals!

Happy Thanksgiving!