Moving Forward

America is Flawed

Over the past weekend I had several discussions/arguments originating from this statement ("America is flawed") on my part. I also got the usual comment when I expressed my opinion, "Then why don't you go and live somewhere else?" Keeping with the theme of some past blog posts I will say that this is not a black and white situation, because let's face it, America is the land of opportunity (or was?). This has enabled me to see more clearly where this blog will go.

In addition, I have decided to create more "structure" to my blogs in order to attract those that care about the respective topics. In one set of blog posts (or an all-together new blog) I will discuss my problems with America, but also where the balance exists that makes it worth living in this country. There is a Yin/Yang in America, and where there is crime and hate and all things bad, there is also giving and love and other good things. I will analyze the systems of government, including the judicial system, Congress (and other law makers), big corporations, the environment, and many other institutions that I believe are flawed in this country. I will be as straight forward as I can, give as many facts as I can (although I will also state my opinions), and tell it like I see it. I will also revisit the proposed "fat tax" and offer a new solution to the problems of obesity and Health Care that were offered to me by a friend and business partner (he sometimes has the ability to make me see clearly and overlook my stubbornness which often makes me overlook certain important aspects to an argument).

I will also be creating a blog on my partner's site with the same content as this one, in order to get more viewers to see what I have to say. That would also enable us to discuss and argue certain topics that may be suggested on that website. This way, users of AllForLocal will be able to get inside the mind's of its founders in order to appreciate our perspective on everything we may argue about in person. For those of you who do not like to argue, because you are a pacifist or dislike confrontation (or for some other reason), I encourage you to join in. I have learned that arguments are the most effective way to learn more than you will learn from any teacher. Arguments make people think outside of the box, analytically, and partially unbiased (although it is practically impossible to be completely unbiased).

As stated in my first few posts, I will still continue giving recipes every Thursday (TASTY!). Since I have been only talking about cooking on that day, I will attempt to visit the topic at least twice every week, Thursdays included. These posts about food will get more attention because they highlight a great deal of my creative side, and since Ends&Odds is geared towards creativity, it works perfectly.

The third (and last for now) set of posts will be geared once again towards those interested in business and all things related to starting a new venture. I do have many resources, and obtain new resources on a daily basis, so I will continue to pass on that knowledge, because I would want someone to help me in this manner as well (and I do get help from people eager to pass on knowledge).

Since I just got home from a 9-5 job (and I am tired and hungry), I will end my post here. I will explain my new structure as I build it, but please check out Ends&Odds to support my boyyys! Thanks for reading!