Injustice Anywhere is a Threat to Justice Everywhere

Life is short, but some days seem long. Some things are worth fighting for, but life's too short to be fighting. Open hearts and open minds are exceptional, yet the closed ones are the ones that help us appreciate. The truth really shall set you free, but the lies keep you prisoner. Being able to accept and be accepted are a plus, yet rejection helps you keep pushing forward. And remember, Martin Luther King Jr. once said, " the problem today is not the mean words of the bad people, it's the silence of the good people."

Erik B.

What ever happened to respect?

What ever DID happen to respect?! People seem to have lost it. Some think they can do things without it affecting others, or without one's permission. If something's not yours, you should probably ask before you do something foolish with it. If you need something, ask politely. Say excuse me. This feels like it's a 1st grade class!! People don't know how to behave anymore. If "adults" are acting this way, how can we hope for a better future for the children? People need to wake up.

Don't mistake my kindness for weakness.

Erik B.

A grown man acting childish!!!!!!!!!!!!

"Wow." That's what first comes to my mind when I see footage of the S. Carolina senator calling the President a liar. This is directed towards Joe Wilson:

You are an ignorant FOOL!! You're a grown man and not to mention a SENATOR and you interrupt the nations President in the middle of a speech?!?!?! Apparently children have more manners and common sense than you do. And honestly, all of you showing unreasonable resentment to the President, need to calm down. Your racism is truly sickening.

I hope the senator and all the racists read this. Your mentality is based on ignorance. Foolish adults.

"The world is a relatively small place, but ones actions can be quite large."

Erik B.

9/11----8 years later.

I'm quite sure that most of us remember where we were and what we were doing during the attacks on September 11, 2001. Some would say that the nation came together during these attacks. Let me tell you, our countries moment of "togetherness" did not last too long. The worst attack yet on U.S. soil strongly affected EVERYONE, but our nation is still so segregated by hate, crime, and ignorance. People really need to stop being foolish. We need to coexist with each other, especially in a time when the nation has been hindered. Ladies, gentlemen, boys, and girls, please understand that hate is a strong word, but love is much stronger. Communicate. Compromise. Coexist.

"United we ball, divided we fall." Krayzie Bone

Erik B.

The right choices...(In my opinion)

To live life in vain is to not live at all. Many people take things for granted, such as life. At one point I was one of those people, but I've been approaching things differently for a while now. One must realize that life is a gift, and it should be enjoyed to the fullest. Enjoying your life means to have fun, but to be responsible as well. For instance, if one is going to go have drinks, make sure you don't drive after you've drank. That is being irresponsible. You see, I don't drink or smoke. Maybe a drink every so often, but that is quite rare. People ask me, "what DO you do?" Are you for real? What do I do? There are so many things that one can do without participating in activities such as binge drinking and getting high. As a matter of fact, one does not have to "be on another level" to have a good time. Yea, so what? I'm always sober.... That doesn't mean I don't have fun. And being sober is a great thing, atleast for me it is. I can drive my friends if they've been drinking and I can take care of them if they're in need of it. People judge too hastily. So until you've gotten to know me, don't pass judgement so quickly because I choose not to drink nor smoke. As cliche as it may sound, I'm high off life!! And I always have a great time!!

"Come take a walk with me, but only if conversation is acceptable and minds are open."

Erik B.

Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder!!

Ok. Just because someone from a certain country wins Ms. Universe, does NOT mean those are the "most beautiful women." Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, for one. Women are beautiful, each in their own way. But just because you are from --country name-- does not make you beautiful. Beauty is not only about looks either.What's inside counts a WHOLE LOT!! People need to CHILL with the ETHNOCENTRISM, please!! I love women. I dislike ignorance. I can't stand falseness. Oh and, congratulations to Ms. Venezuela.

"I am not my hair. I am not this skin. I am the soul that lives within." India Arie

Erik B.

Usain "LIGHTNING" Bolt!!

I just had to write about him!! This man is UN-HUMANLY FAST!! He's broken 5 world records in the last 12 months!!!!!!!!!! He is certainly, without a doubt, THE fastest man in the world. He is the epitome of speed and hard work as well. My respect and congratulations go to Usain Bolt.
100m time: 9.58 seconds
200m time: 19.19 seconds.

Erik B.