The Return of JC

Read an article last night which disturbing to no end. Written by Bill Moyer, an astute reporter whom has seen a whole lot of history unfold in front of his eyes and keeps a rather middle of the road perspective, as reporters should. Bill's words spoke of the neoconservative whom have no intention of preserving any natural resources because to do so would mean a delay in the return of Christ. Their policy is based on the second coming of Jesus (although did he really show up the first time or was it merely urban legend?) being brought on by the destruction of the earth. James Watt, former Secretary of the Interior during the Reagan administration is on public record stating "There's no need to concern ourselves with saving natural resources perse. It would postpone the second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.". He meant every word. And there are several other citizens of the United States whom believe the very same philosophy. No need to worry about what we leave for our future generations because Jesus's return is much more important. The Bush administration fully believes this theory. Karl Rove wanders around the White House whistling "Onward Christian Soldiers" with purpose, because he knows the Lord is on his way and Karl's doing everything he can to make that happen sooner by bringing about the end of the world as we know it. So the Bushies plod on opening up more and more federally protected land. Cutting loose regulations on air quality and waste management. It doesn't really matter to them. The sooner they can bring back their pal JC, the more they have accomplished in their eyes. If you don't believe me, go read it for yourself on Bill Moyer's website. Bill is scared too!

After reading that I turned my eyes to Brining Yoga to Life, a book about how to take the practical teachings of class and apply them to every day. The chapter last night focused on how often people say they are simply too busy to take care of themselves. They have too much to do to take any time out for themselves for even 10 minutes of quiet time. I too used to live this way. Overbooking was a way of life because if any downtime appeared, that meant thinking about the real things going on and that was way too scary. So keeping occupied with a variety of activities, most of which really weren't that important but I chose to make them that way to feel unconsciously overstretched. Over time this wore me down and I found myself amidst a life which wasn't what I really wanted at all. Taking the time to do the things which are most important and doing them well seems to work best, as least for myself. Although others may think it boring, when I'm in bed reading by 9:30pm at night, it sets me up for success effectively moreso than going 800 places at one time.

On a DSL note, I plugged the modem and wireless package in last night. All the appropriate lights worked and wha-la, we had service. Checked in on it again this morning and there was nothing. Miss B said I could remain skeptical if I wanted to however she thought we were good to go. Will test it out again tonight. Let's hope for AT&T's sake it's working. If not, SBC here we come!