“What this country needs is dirtier fingernails and cleaner
minds.” ~ Will Rogers
What if our modern day politicians subscribed to this way of
thinking and lead our country in such a manner? It seems as though society has
gotten to the point where everybody has a right but nobody has a
responsibility. Now, I like discussing politics about as much as I like
scrubbing a toilet, (and maybe the two are kindred spirits), but I’ve never
been too shy when it came to speaking my mind; I don’t suppose this topic is a
whole lot different. I figure if I
shared more of what I’m for, there would be less of a need to state what I am
against. So, here goes nothin’….
I believe hard work spotlights the character of people; some
turn up their sleeves, and some turn up their noses, and some just don’t turn
up at all. Hard work never did kill anyone.
I believe in giving a hand up to those that need it most, not for giving
a hand out to those that waste their talents and strengths.
I’m for kids that
learn to respect their elders and for adults that respect the voice of a
child. I’m for kindness and respect to
animals; they’re a true reflection of ourselves. I’m for boys that keep their pants pulled up,
and girls that show a little less skin and a little more self-respect. I’m for men that open doors for ladies even
though I’m capable of opening my own.
I’m all for waving at a stranger on a back country road; it’s
called being friendly and more people should try it. I'm for more dirt road and less pavement. I’m for hot coffee in the
morning, cold beer on a Friday night, and Sunday supper on the table shared
with family and friends.
I’m all for made in
America, but America has to prove she wants to do it. I’m for a little less Hollywood photo-shopping
and a little more all naturel. I’m for a
touch more steel guitar and fiddle in my music, and a lot less disrespectful
lyric set to the tone of rap. I’m for balanced use of land and natural
resources, because there is both room and need for all. I’m for being less
plugged in and being a little more tuned out.
I’m for small town Friday night lights and football games,
and showing your community support. I’m for minding your own darn business; if
you don’t see or hear it with your own eyes and ears, then don’t make it up
with your small mind and open your big mouth.
I’m for a little less judgment of others, and little more for walking a
mile in their boots. I’m for a good laugh at something funny, but not at the
expense of someone else.
Politics are politics, and I doubt my thoughts or words will
ever change that fact. People will always
disagree with one another, but at the end of the day, life is short, and one
should live it as such. Success comes with failure, but you have to be willing
to try, and the only constant thing in this life is change. One has to be willing to grow, to work hard, and
to change. The most important things in
life haven't changed in this country. It's still best to be honest, truthful,
and work hard for a living; to make the most of what you've been given, respect
your parents, love your family, and be gracious for all God's given you. And
when things go wrong, you sleep on it, and wake up the next day ready to once
again give it your all. That's strength, and that's faith. God bless America.
~Happy Trails
