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Can anyone name something that doesn’t break down and fail after a few months, or years? How about the earth? Let’s say it’s 3,000 years old (or as some believe, millions of years). In that time, it’s hosted how many humans and animals, billions and billions, and yet it is still functioning as it was thousands of years ago (or millions). How can than be unless it was created by a… actually, no I’ll stop there… how can that be unless it was CREATED? I believe if it were just a random explosion that brought everything together, it still wouldn’t last. But God created this amazing earth in such a way that it is self-sustaining, and at the same time, it’s able to withstand the use and abuse of being inhabited for ______________ (however long you believe it’s been inhabited).
The earth is amazing. God is more amazing.
This is not an attack on anyone’s beliefs. In fact, if you believe the earth is millions of years old, that’s even MORE of a reason to thank God for making it so durable. What else could last this long, if not something created with the divine mind of an all-knowing, wise God?
Let’s have a conversation. I know there is a lot of science out there and I’m no scientist. What are your thoughts about this? Comment below, I’m looking forward to hearing from you!
Washington, D.C. — In Terminal (2004), Tom Hanks starred as Viktor Navorski, an international traveller stuck in the JFK Airport terminal after arriving from his politically unstable, war-torn country of Krakozhia. Unforeseen circumstances cause Viktor to be detained at the airport for 9 months, which is short if you’ve ever tried to fly American Airlines.
Now Tom Hanks is back in Terminal 2 (2021). He plays the part of Jimmy Tibbs, a gay Republican on a guided tour of the White House when the newly elected President, a Democrat, declares war on his opponents, those backward-thinking Republicans. The political instability in the United States causes the President to rethink letting Jimmy Tibbs cut his tour short. Although he loathes the idea of a racist, sexist, white supremacist Republican remaining in the White House, forcing him out would appear homophobic. He decides to hold Jimmy in the green room until the political unrest dies down. Meanwhile, Jimmy befriends members of the White House staff, offering chic fashion tips and talking up the benefits of capitalism.
Tom Hanks said of his role, “Normally I wouldn’t be caught dead playing the part of a Republican, but he’s gay so I can’t say no.” The film is being directed by Steven Spielberg (director of Terminal) and has a release date of summer 2021. Posters have been popping up nationwide with the tagline:
Washington, D.C. — A few days into his last term as President, Joe Biden has released the White House physician who’s served under both Obama and Trump. To make things official this morning, the newly elected President set up a virtual press conference where he announced who will take over this important position.
“Laughter is the best medicine, right,” Joe quipped, “so today I’m promoting one of my favorite experts in the medical field, Dr. Seuss.” His announcement was met with a roar of applause, many members of the press repeatedly pressing the ‘like’ button and openly weeping with joy.
Greg Thornberg of ABC News aptly said, “When we were sick as children, wasn’t it Dr. Seuss we all turned to?” This sentiment is being echoed by Democrat voters all over the nation who aren’t yet ready to admit they’ve made a colossal mistake. Others have pointed out there is a kindred spirit between the two: they’re both prone to making up words– one for children’s books, the other for debates and speeches.
Republicans, as a party, haven’t released an official statement, reportedly waiting to make sure they’re not part of a stunt from the TV show “What Would You Do?” hosted by John Quiñones.
Meanwhile, pictures have emerged of giddy Democrats in Congress huddled in circles quizzing each other on the 25th Amendment.
I’ve been writing about commercials lately. I guess I love the research and finding out information that viewers are curious about. Check out my TV Commercial page for a lot more info but now let’s get to the list for today’s post. Here are my 3 favorite ads followed by my 3 least favorite ads airing now on TV and streaming devices. Do you have any you’d want to add to this list? Comment at the bottom (especially if you love this Taco Bell ad topping the list of favorites)…
Favorites
Taco Bell “The Craving” – I love when the actor says, “You don’t consume me. I CONSUME YOU!” His delivery is amazing and funny and we should expect nothing less from Joe Keery.
GEICO “Billy Blanks Audition” – Billy Blanks stars in a tae bo flashback advertising how easy it is to save with GEICO. He does great, and his long-time fans are sure to be happy to see him in this enthusiastic performance, but viewers may also have their eyes drawn to the fitness assistants. I love the intensity and concern of the female assistant, so I love seeing this ad on TV. Plus, the clip of the guy running camera while sipping a drink is pretty hilarious. [click here for more info about this ad.
Jeep “Easy Mountain” – I thought this would be something where the ending was predictable… “It’s a cold, tough world out there…” yada yada yada. But then they have a good twist with the voiceover. Immediately liked!
Least Favorites
Peloton – These are easily my least favorite of the bunch. With annoying/trendy words and phrases like “slay,” “savage,” “halo with me,” I’m more inclined to buy a Peloton just to throw it out the window and watch it shatter into a thousand pieces. That would be a fun workout.
Toyota “Sienna Life” commercials – The first one of these I saw, I thought it was some type of talking car situation like the movie Cars. For some reason these really, really annoy me.
Kars4Kids – I’ve only heard this on the radio and for the following x amount of hours I was singing, “1-877-Kars-4-Kids…” I know the point of advertising: to stick in people’s minds but this one made me want to donate rabid cats. I’m a terrible person.
Least Favorite Honorable Mention
Vivint Security “Guard Doggs” – This one barely made my “did not like” list and here’s why. I didn’t understand it the first time I saw it. I must’ve seen a shortened version because all I saw were 2 people NOT showing me how to install the smart security system. Now, watching the full commercial, it makes sense. Perhaps the misunderstanding was on my end, but I still must include this on the list for other viewers who may not have understood it at first either.
In the last half of 2020 it was impossible to get through a day without someone blaming President Trump for the deaths caused by COVID-19. Not China’s fault. Not local leaders faults. Not anyone’s fault, except Trump and Trump alone.
My question today is this: Is the President really responsible for COVID deaths in the United State4?
President Biden has been in office for 4 days now and I have yet to come across anything (TV, internet, etc) that blames him for the COVID deaths since noon on January 20th. According to this COVID tracker there have been 12,000+ deaths since Biden took the oath. Is he as responsible for those as Trump was for the deaths in 2020?
A friend of mine on Facebook said this…
One of the most disingenuous parts of this election was the dishonest shameless politicization of COVID. It was so disappointing to watch, I was sure nobody would exploit a pandemic. But I was wrong, so go politics I guess.
…and he’s right (thanks CF, for the comment!). It’s unfortunate the crisis became political and Donald Trump didn’t do much to keep that from happening. I’m not saying he’s to blame for all of it becoming political but there was definitely an opportunity for Americans to unite in a singular cause, and have that cause championed by the President. One thing he cannot be accused of: killing hundreds of thousands of people.
Contrary to what the big media tech companies are/were telling us, we don’t have to blame the President for something of which he’s not guilty. Joe Biden hasn’t killed 12,000 people. Donald Trump didn’t kill 396,000 people. But as biased as the mainstream media was in 2020, they seem to have doubled down in 2021, likening Joe Biden to a deity come to heal and save us. Just check out the montage below and you’ll soon realize how ludicrous things have become.
What are your thoughts on this? Is it fair for Trump to be accused of this during his presidency, but not Biden? Chime in below and let’s chat!
Out of the Wilderness 