Finding Peace, While Enduring Calamity Around Me!

I'm extremely frustrated with the current political situation. It feels like there's a lot of blame-shifting and childishness, and I wish everyone would focus on what’s truly in the best interest of all Americans, regardless of party. It’s frustrating to see figures like “Choir Boy” Mike Johnson seeming to shield “Big Baby” and wrongdoers rather than addressing the real issues. The media often hesitates to criticize certain leaders and appears to accept risky, lawless actions, which is disheartening. There’s also a significant amount of dishonesty emanating from the Federal Government, the Department of Justice, and even the Supreme Court, which often covers up misinformation and deceit. It’s really disappointing to see how some politicians claim they care about veterans, the elderly, and the less fortunate, but their actions tell a different story. None of these men and women in important roles would choose to work without pay, especially considering the dedication federal workers have shown over the past two months.

 

No wonder people are angry, frustrated, and depressed. What can they expect good from this Congress and Administration? They set out from the outset to cause harm to this country. There was no intention to pass any laws benefiting the working class. Families are going hungry and homeless, and people are living off pennies a month to survive, while the richer get richer. We all know that the Party of Big Baby will not keep their promises about affordable care and work together with others.

 

I chose to stay home this Veterans’ Day, reflecting on the complex feelings involved. I felt a sense of betrayal and decided not to accept the free food offered to veterans, especially as many civilians faced losing SNAP Benefits and their federal jobs. It’s a reminder of the many difficult and nuanced issues that people are navigating. My wife and I really enjoy watching classic war movies, such as They Were Expendable, Sgt York, and Ensign Pulver. We also had a great time checking out the local Veterans Day Parade and tuning into the live stream of the New York City Veterans Parade. I was relaxed the whole day! No battling traffic, looking for parking places, standing in lines, or having small conversations.

 

Please try to understand my feelings towards the military, government, or people. There are more wonderful and genuine people than others, I won't name. Somehow, you run across the less thanks every now and then.  I really want to find my inner peace and avoid doing or saying anything I might regret later. Simply not exposing myself just to test my self-worth isn’t enough—what it truly shows is that I am capable of doing it. I need to take this journey to a deeper level, imagining how I would behave if God were present—that’s the real test of whether I am obedient and listening to His voice.