The Bullshit Stalker

More Political Hate Debate Bullshit!

By admin on Jul. 14, 2008.

I strongly questioned whether I would post this but figured that bullshit takes all shapes, sizes, and smells. My apologies to Senator Obama and his wife for even reprinting the picture.

Let that image sink in for a while…

The New Yorker Magazine says it is using this image as a lead in for an article about hate and politics. To that end, they hit it on the head. Commissioning and publishing this picture was hateful.

So, lets cut through the bullshit!

They are using this cover to sell more magazines. They could have used a picture/drawing of Senator Obama with his family, showing a positive light on a family man. The selling point would be the title and the article itself (novel concept, eh?). But that wouldn’t sell as many magazines.

Unfortunately, I’m afraid the New Yorker management and editorial staff actually believe their message will be heard. Yes, the worst is true. They believe their own bullshit!

Source: Politico.com - Ya Can’t Make It Up (Blog Post by Jonathan Martin)

Blaming Other People For Your Misfortune Is Bullshit

By admin on Jul. 10, 2008.

Did you decide what kind of day you were going to have or did you leave that up to someone else? — baldeagle on Twitter

If you’re reading this then you started today better off than over 70% of the rest of the world. Think about that for a minute. If higher fuel and food costs have you struggling, imagine what it would be like to have 1/100th of what you have now.

You’re sitting in front of a computer, one of the most empowering tools ever devised by man. And you have the gall to feel sorry for yourself? That, my friend, is utter and complete bullshit!

Seldom is one’s misfortune caused by someone else. More likely it was caused by callousness and sloth. Being lazy and blaming others for the results is bullshit.

On the rare occasion when someone does begin to exert unacceptable influence on your life, what do you do? Do you deflate or inflate? Most of the times, being a victim is a choice. If you didn’t make it a choice, then you likely chose not to choose.

We are all dealt our share of bad events. It is how you choose to deal with those events that defines the outcome. So quit blaming others and take control of your life. You’ll have less bullshit to deal with as a result.

Bullshit Fact - Fart Stat

By admin on Jul. 9, 2008.

10 - 14

Number of times the average guy passes gas each day.

Source: Men’s Health Magazine - April 2008

Why and how they devised this stat is anyone’s guess. All we can say is that it probably just another made up stat, yes, a load of bullshit.

On that thought, we’ll leave you with this:

Giving Teens Alcohol is Bullshit!

By admin on Jul. 8, 2008.

I’d considered waiting until I was driving through Mississippi again to get a picture of the billboard, but basically it was a public service announcement reminding parents not to host keggers for their kids. But I opted to write this now because I saw a review of a book that seemed to imply that sharing acid with your kids would be even cooler (I’m not going to call out the blogger here, she’s a nice woman and probably misses the whole undertone, I can hope).

I remember a couple of kids from our high school who’s parents would do this. All the kids loved this house on the weekends. Keys went into a fishbowl, the parents sat in the kitchen, they had betamax (yes, that dates me, but at the time it was awesome!), and most importantly, they allowed kids to bring beer. I don’t know if they ever provide any themselves, but that wasn’t the point. To them, they were providing a safe place for their kids to experience alcohol.

But was it really safe?  Yes, no one could leave the party until they could convince one of the parents they were sober (they would let you crash on the the living room furniture or floor if need be).  And they seemed to be pretty good about it.  I didn’t drink at the time (but knowing that there would be girls there, including their daughter, who were made it worth a show) and I often had a hard time convincing them I was okay.  It probably took three or four parties before they figured out I wasn’t drinking at all.

What I’ve learned is somewhat troubling.  Kids that binge drink are more likely to be adults do the same.  And when they’re adults, the parents that threw this party won’t be there to hold their keys.  Stats are boring, so I won’t pull them out, but we all know that the laws are being constantly tightened to keep drunk drivers off the streets.  And for many of them, that means locking them up.  Did teen drinking contribute?  Who knows, but they are starting somewhere, do you want it to be at your house?

If your household consists of regular drinkers (even if it is just one or two a night), it is worth having a series of sit downs with the kids.  If you’re not doing this, then shame on you.  Telling a kid they can’t do something that you do is hypocritical.  They’ll try it behind your back.  You can be sure of that.

The main point is this, teenagers are already struggling (hormones, changes, learning to drive, etc.).  They don’t need the additional challenge of doing all this while under the influence.  But you say, “they won’t agree.”  And you’d be absolutely right.  They’re still kids and they don’t have good judgment.  Why trust them to deal with this when they don’t have solid judgment skills yet?

I hear the argument regarding kids going off to Iraq at 18, but can’t have a beer until they are 21.  It is a solid argument, but not for drinking.  It argues the point, should you be able to enlist in the military before age 21?  Granted, some kids are ready, most are not.  Which is exactly the same for managing alcohol usage.

Teens in high school are not ready.  The parents that host these keggers are causing more harm than good.

Wordless Wednesday Is Bullshit!

By admin on Jul. 7, 2008.

As a blogger, I spend a bit of time conversing with other bloggers, visiting their sites, commenting where needed, etc.  I do this to learn a bit about the craft.  See, I know my writing is for crap.  But it is an outlet and it keeps me from just pummeling someone for doing or saying something stupid.  Little steam here, little steam there… all better!

I’m seeing more and more of “wordless” or “one word” blog posts.  What the hell is that?

It seems like a ploy to show a blog entry when the blogger couldn’t be bothered.  Why not just post, “I’m taking a day off folks.  See ya tomorrow?”

At least post a link to a picture.  Or links to other blogs you’ve enjoyed.  Or just skip it.  Wordless blogs are bullshit!

Bullshit Button

By admin on Jul. 3, 2008.

This is a neat little gadget. It is the Bullshit Button. Fashioned similar to the Easy button from the Staples commercials. I found this on GizModo Gadgets - Bullshit Button.

But lets get real. If you want to call someone on their bullshit, we’re the place to be! You won’t have to pretend any more. Bullshit Awards is your opportunity to call them out for real. We plan to start the alpha testing later this month and to enter our beta testing in August. Enjoy!

Is Race In America Bullshit?

By admin on Jul. 2, 2008.

Yes, we know, Barak Obama is the first black candidate to get nominated by his party. And yes, he may actually be elected president and be our first “black” president. Does his being black matter? Unfortunately, it appears the answer is yes.

Once side of the argument doesn’t want him elected because he’s black. Take this article from the Dallas News - Stick A Pin In It. Where at the Texas Republican Convention, these were available:

I’m sure you’ve heard similar jabs regarding his race.

I won’t even go into the whole Muslim tie in (a t-shirt at the same convention):

The other side of the argument goes along the lines of the healing that will take place when he’s elected. How this will show young black men they can be anybody they want to be. But is that a good reason to elect him?

Stick to the policies, and don’t fall for the race bullshit. Vote for the candidate that best aligns with your principles and morals. Until we look past race as a differentiator, we are destined to tread into the racist bullshit of the past. Its time to move on!

A Woman Dying On A Hospital Waiting Room Floor Is Bullshit!

By admin on Jul. 1, 2008.

In case you missed this gem, here is an article from CNN - Woman Dies Ignored On Hospital Waiting Room Floor. Employees were fired as the result, which is what I’d expect. But the story isn’t the article itself, but the comments. Somehow, this turned to discussions about race, wealth and, of all things, the way New Yorkers are desensitized to emergency situations.

Regardless of circumstances (and none of us really know all of the circumstances of this case), the woman should have been treated with compassion. The room should have been monitored and when she went to the floor, she should have received assistance. Individuals in the room should have brought this up to the desk in the event they missed it. People need to behave like people. To do otherwise is bullshit!

The Bullshit Of The Men’s Room

By admin on Jul. 1, 2008.

There are no redeeming qualities about the public men’s room. Thought I’d share this flash video I ran across in my bullshit hunt:

Men’s Room Flash Video

Enjoy!

Is Being Female A Handicap?

By admin on Jun. 30, 2008.

I was driving through the southeast this last week and I came across this bullshit:

If you’ll notice the sign I circled, beside the handicapped parking, they had spots particularly for women.  Here it is closer:

Now, I’m all for treating a lady like a lady.  But when did being a lady become a handicap?  Not the pregnant ones (that I can understand), but just being a lady in general?  Bullshit!