I am just back from a four day vacation with Genghis Khan..and it was eye-opening (Page 2): Haha, lol yes. Love that! Far better than a condemnation. Yet a condemnation, lol.

rumitoid

Ricktloml wrote:

You know you've had it when you hear "bless your heart" delivered with a sweet smile.

Haha, lol yes. Love that! Far better than a condemnation. Yet a condemnation, lol.

Louie27 Loc: Peoria, AZ

rumitoid wrote:

I totally get that, what you are saying. It is called the Gauntlet, a line of beaters. Which most that I met would call the Media.

I think I am very open-minded, maybe not quite omniscient, but impressive. And then this little vacation plainly showed me I did not know the heart and mind of the average American. I failed to see the ordinary decency and goodness that comes with being in a free country.

I, for one ray that yo will keep in mind every day that thought you had while on that trip. God Bless You.

Fit2BTied Loc: Texas

rumitoid wrote:

A spoiler, of sorts. This is my theme for this thread: It is an easier and softer and more rewarding way to be a Conservative, and that is praise, not sarcasm.

My friend, Dale, who founded the party right of that Mongol Lord, was my traveling company up thru Oklahoma, Colorado, and Texas. I had an unwavering diet of Fox News and other Conservative News and talk shows, plus his steady stream (almost non-stop) of praising Trump and all things Republican, and more passionate attack on all things Left. I did not fight it or even object to it: I wanted to surrender to it. And there was comfort there, real comfort, in that thought.

What I realized, at least for me, it is hard and uncomfortable to be a liberal (though I think of myself as independent) and not surrender to being Conservative. To give you an example. Oklahoma is so Red and deeply traditional they have this saying: “Here, you can be a Democrat or a Christian.” That sort of sums up the trip everywhere we went. And I consider myself a Christian.

Almost all wore their patriotism on their sleeve, so proud and loving of our country. It sort of embarrassed me; I felt something on an intruder. And all I met seemed to be good and decent people. We ate in one restaurant in Texas where they put a tiny American flag in your meal, and a sign on the wall that read, “Remember when you bless your food to bless our country.” I was very moved by that simple devotion.

There is an ad from long ago about skin bracer after shaving and the guy says, “Thanks! I needed that.” That is the summary of my trip. Maybe some on the Left here will say I was brainwashed, if they comment all. But that is not the case, in my eyes. I simply got to clearly see what is at the active heart and mind of a Conservative and clearly saw why I often get a lot of flak.

This little vacation helped me to know the flak was justified, in their eyes. My views were, in a way, obscene, after all I had witnessed of these good people. I will, I feel, be far more understanding of the feelings and views of Conservatives, yet, as much as it so appealing, I cannot join those ranks.

God bless America and we the people.

A spoiler, of sorts. This is my theme for this thr... (show quote)

I was raised in a Christian home, taught to respect everyone's rights and property. To revere women. To try to leave things better when I finished than when I started. My late teens and early 20's I got away from that foundation, but thankfully, I found my way back. If your salvation occurred 30 years ago, rumi, my guess is your path is at least a little similar to mine. We can both thank a God who is patient and forgiving when we go off on our self (absorbed) exploration to ultimately find (as King Solomon did) what is important in life and what is not. Welcome home, Brother. You may not be able to, as you say, join the ranks - but your heart has changed and that's enough to celebrate.

bggamers Loc: georgia

rumitoid wrote:

My favorite Southern saying is, "Bless his (or her) heart." It usually comes at the end of multiple bad rumors.

There's also the way to say it as well bless his pea picken little heart only they are gritting their teeth when they say it absolutely NO smile for miles which means as soon as the company leaves you are going to be in so much trouble

bggamers Loc: georgia

rumitoid wrote:

I totally get that, what you are saying. It is called the Gauntlet, a line of beaters. Which most that I met would call the Media.

I think I am very open-minded, maybe not quite omniscient, but impressive. And then this little vacation plainly showed me I did not know the heart and mind of the average American. I failed to see the ordinary decency and goodness that comes with being in a free country.

Not often in our life do we have an eye-opening moment when we see something thats been there all along I have had several in my 68 years and it brings to mind the saying there are none so blind as those who will refuse to see.

Have a great day

teabag09

rumitoid wrote:

A spoiler, of sorts. This is my theme for this thread: It is an easier and softer and more rewarding way to be a Conservative, and that is praise, not sarcasm.

My friend, Dale, who founded the party right of that Mongol Lord, was my traveling company up thru Oklahoma, Colorado, and Texas. I had an unwavering diet of Fox News and other Conservative News and talk shows, plus his steady stream (almost non-stop) of praising Trump and all things Republican, and more passionate attack on all things Left. I did not fight it or even object to it: I wanted to surrender to it. And there was comfort there, real comfort, in that thought.

What I realized, at least for me, it is hard and uncomfortable to be a liberal (though I think of myself as independent) and not surrender to being Conservative. To give you an example. Oklahoma is so Red and deeply traditional they have this saying: “Here, you can be a Democrat or a Christian.” That sort of sums up the trip everywhere we went. And I consider myself a Christian.

Almost all wore their patriotism on their sleeve, so proud and loving of our country. It sort of embarrassed me; I felt something on an intruder. And all I met seemed to be good and decent people. We ate in one restaurant in Texas where they put a tiny American flag in your meal, and a sign on the wall that read, “Remember when you bless your food to bless our country.” I was very moved by that simple devotion.

There is an ad from long ago about skin bracer after shaving and the guy says, “Thanks! I needed that.” That is the summary of my trip. Maybe some on the Left here will say I was brainwashed, if they comment all. But that is not the case, in my eyes. I simply got to clearly see what is at the active heart and mind of a Conservative and clearly saw why I often get a lot of flak.

This little vacation helped me to know the flak was justified, in their eyes. My views were, in a way, obscene, after all I had witnessed of these good people. I will, I feel, be far more understanding of the feelings and views of Conservatives, yet, as much as it so appealing, I cannot join those ranks.

God bless America and we the people.

A spoiler, of sorts. This is my theme for this thr... (show quote)

Rumi, good on you but stay true to yourself. I consider myself to be an independent with a right bent. I'm not too crazy about a bunch of Republicans in Congress but I'm scared shi+less of some of the Democrats in Congress and what they want for our Country. Mike

archie bunker Loc: Texas

rumitoid wrote:

A spoiler, of sorts. This is my theme for this thread: It is an easier and softer and more rewarding way to be a Conservative, and that is praise, not sarcasm.

My friend, Dale, who founded the party right of that Mongol Lord, was my traveling company up thru Oklahoma, Colorado, and Texas. I had an unwavering diet of Fox News and other Conservative News and talk shows, plus his steady stream (almost non-stop) of praising Trump and all things Republican, and more passionate attack on all things Left. I did not fight it or even object to it: I wanted to surrender to it. And there was comfort there, real comfort, in that thought.

What I realized, at least for me, it is hard and uncomfortable to be a liberal (though I think of myself as independent) and not surrender to being Conservative. To give you an example. Oklahoma is so Red and deeply traditional they have this saying: “Here, you can be a Democrat or a Christian.” That sort of sums up the trip everywhere we went. And I consider myself a Christian.

Almost all wore their patriotism on their sleeve, so proud and loving of our country. It sort of embarrassed me; I felt something on an intruder. And all I met seemed to be good and decent people. We ate in one restaurant in Texas where they put a tiny American flag in your meal, and a sign on the wall that read, “Remember when you bless your food to bless our country.” I was very moved by that simple devotion.

There is an ad from long ago about skin bracer after shaving and the guy says, “Thanks! I needed that.” That is the summary of my trip. Maybe some on the Left here will say I was brainwashed, if they comment all. But that is not the case, in my eyes. I simply got to clearly see what is at the active heart and mind of a Conservative and clearly saw why I often get a lot of flak.

This little vacation helped me to know the flak was justified, in their eyes. My views were, in a way, obscene, after all I had witnessed of these good people. I will, I feel, be far more understanding of the feelings and views of Conservatives, yet, as much as it so appealing, I cannot join those ranks.

God bless America and we the people.

A spoiler, of sorts. This is my theme for this thr... (show quote)

Went through Colorado, Oklahoma, and Texas.. .
You were right down the street, and didn't even try to call. I'm hurt.

Rose42

rumitoid wrote:

A spoiler, of sorts. This is my theme for this thread: It is an easier and softer and more rewarding way to be a Conservative, and that is praise, not sarcasm.

My friend, Dale, who founded the party right of that Mongol Lord, was my traveling company up thru Oklahoma, Colorado, and Texas. I had an unwavering diet of Fox News and other Conservative News and talk shows, plus his steady stream (almost non-stop) of praising Trump and all things Republican, and more passionate attack on all things Left. I did not fight it or even object to it: I wanted to surrender to it. And there was comfort there, real comfort, in that thought.

What I realized, at least for me, it is hard and uncomfortable to be a liberal (though I think of myself as independent) and not surrender to being Conservative. To give you an example. Oklahoma is so Red and deeply traditional they have this saying: “Here, you can be a Democrat or a Christian.” That sort of sums up the trip everywhere we went. And I consider myself a Christian.

Almost all wore their patriotism on their sleeve, so proud and loving of our country. It sort of embarrassed me; I felt something on an intruder. And all I met seemed to be good and decent people. We ate in one restaurant in Texas where they put a tiny American flag in your meal, and a sign on the wall that read, “Remember when you bless your food to bless our country.” I was very moved by that simple devotion.

There is an ad from long ago about skin bracer after shaving and the guy says, “Thanks! I needed that.” That is the summary of my trip. Maybe some on the Left here will say I was brainwashed, if they comment all. But that is not the case, in my eyes. I simply got to clearly see what is at the active heart and mind of a Conservative and clearly saw why I often get a lot of flak.

This little vacation helped me to know the flak was justified, in their eyes. My views were, in a way, obscene, after all I had witnessed of these good people. I will, I feel, be far more understanding of the feelings and views of Conservatives, yet, as much as it so appealing, I cannot join those ranks.

God bless America and we the people.

A spoiler, of sorts. This is my theme for this thr... (show quote)

Sounds like a good vacation. There are good people everywhere.

rumitoid

bggamers wrote:

No one wants you to surrender but be a little open... (show quote)

Very tender is the best descriptor. A real welcome. Fall into those arms and they will hold and love you. Exactly what I want America to be about! We the people, one people.

rumitoid

bggamers wrote:

Just a little information most born southerners ar... (show quote)

Funny and wise stuff.

rumitoid

Louie27 wrote:

I, for one ray that yo will keep in mind every day that thought you had while on that trip. God Bless You.

Very nice. Thank you.

rumitoid

Rose42 wrote:

Sounds like a good vacation. There are good people everywhere.

Yes, Rose42, but the evidence was a bit of a shocker. Really, really good people, solid individuals. I am and have always been a great judge of Character: almost all the people we met on our trip, not that I can think of an exception, were good Americans. Loving and generous and smart and funny. The entire trip was a walk on the principled beliefs of the Right. America is ruined for good if we do not find a way to compromise. Listen up!

Wonttakeitanymore

rumitoid wrote:

I accepted Christ 30 years ago. I do not tolerate Liberalism, yet I see a need for this view.

Praise the Lord!

rumitoid

Louie27 wrote:

I, for one ray that yo will keep in mind every day that thought you had while on that trip. God Bless You.

Thank you, Very sweet.

rumitoid

archie bunker wrote:

Went through Colorado, Oklahoma, and Texas.. .
You were right down the street, and didn't even try to call. I'm hurt.

So sorry, archie, beer and a barbecue would have been perfect, and of course meeting your mate that, as you have said, puts you in your place, lol. Really sorry I missed that more than the beer and ribs. Well, it's close.