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For the Good of the Country

Yesterday as many of us worked, took care of our families, and handled everyday life the following happened.  Jan 27th was National Holocaust Remembrance Day. A horrific time in this world's history where millions were murdered. It started by the government telling everyone, it’s for your safety, the good of the country, and we will protect you.  Our government (FBI) arrested a man who made memes on the internet and was charged with election interference. Saying he posted disinformation. He will probably spend 10 years in jail.  The new President signed more executive orders in his first day than any other president in at least 30 years. After already halting the Keystone Pipeline, there is now push for solar panels. But, don't worry! Those oilfield workers can get another job, the new government said. The government is not remorseful about this choice. Afterall, it's for the good of the country.  There are still fences with barbed wire across the top and...

Throw away your smart devices and get back to basics.

It’s time to take a step back from the technology age and get back to basics. Turn off your smart watches. Delete most apps from your smart phone and get back in touch with life.  Because of technology, life changing advances have been made in medicine, agriculture and education.  The sharing of ideas, discoveries, and inventions in real time has become a game changer in life. It can and has saved lives. Wireless capabilities have allowed people to communicate with others  around the world. That should not change. What should change is the time we spend on our devices. The number of devices we have should be reduced and we need to start canceling subscriptions to online services. Some of you think I am crazy; you might be correct. Here are some items that are connected to technology and wireless systems we need to stop using: ● Smart watches  ● Smart appliances ● Alexa or Google home  ● IPad or phones for kids. All kids until 15 or 16. Turn off notif...