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So, you think your boss is a psycho
Someone very close to me is the psychopath at his, (and I emphasize HIS!)small business. This is his take on why he's the way he is. Apparently his first boss was the world's biggest anal aperture. Abuse, taking employees for granted. Whatever, the case. He's egotistical, abusive to subordinates with no empathy or remorse for the way he treats them, or he'll feign remorse with the crocodile tears that he swears, serve him so well. Yes, manipulative. The only reason he can and does get away with this behavior is because the business is his. Seems to me that when you're an emotional midget and haven't been able to see yourself in action nothing changes. Who wants to pick on the megalomaniacal 400lb. gorilla? These wounded souls just pick on the truly talented only to chase them away. What was once a valued part of the team is now verbally trashed once they're gone, thus justifying the fact that this person left. Another asset discarded.— January 23, 2012 8:02 a.m.
Allegations of Police Brutality at Occupy San Diego
our first ammendment allows free speech and we are all allowed to speak and say what we want? Hmmm. So why do we have to be politically correct in the way we classify people we dont agree with? Why can we call a police officer a pig? Why cant we say fag? Sounds like we cant make up our minds? Today we have a first ammendment but where in the constitution does it say we cant use derrogatory terms? Where does it say Politically Correct. It doesnt! So now that we're all confused let me get to the point. The fact is that millions are being spent and the lunatic fringe cant see that they are the reason so much money is being spent. Is it just me? have the occupy protesters ever considered running a statewide petition sanctioned by the registrar of voters to bring their agenda to the voters? Flash mobs dont bring people to a cause. You want support? I'll be the first to sign any petition that brings issues to the voters. THINK! I've been to the General Assembly meetings in the plaza. Utter chaos. Really, whats the message? Whats the agenda? Consensus? C'mon man! That stunt they pulled at the port of entry. They said they were thee for the workers. The workers didnt care for anything but getting to work on time. Before attempting to help, maybe, I dont know,....find out if help is wanted? So as long as the occupation, marches, and civil disobedience continues, the bill will get larger. The release to the media regarding tents going back in the plaza was a success. The media was there, and the police showed up in force. I was there and it disgusted me to see the glee in most of the protester's eyes after they placed several tents that a Barbie wouldn't fit into! This warped sense of satisfaction left me speechless. And, higher goes the bill! Petitions people! Wake up.— January 3, 2012 2:32 p.m.
Letter to My Reader Friends
Well darlin', wish I could tell you that 2012 is gonna be better, but if the past five year trend stays the same, not only is it going to get worse, its gonna be unbelievable. More hate, more violence, more greed and less love. Sorry but thats the way it is. Love those around you, huddle up and brace yourselves. We dont have the luxury of time any more. Keep your loved ones close, or get closer to them asap! Sorry but a dose of reality is sorely needed. By the way, Obama is not a muslim, and definetely not a republican!— January 3, 2012 11:57 a.m.
Occupy San Diego Riders Raid Malls, Port
I lost a friend to this madness. Madness you say? Yes, MADNESS! I love this man dearly. Sure, He's got a rebellious streak in him that I always found somewhat endearing and somewhat self destructive. But he's a good man. He's also homeless due to a series of unfortunate occurences and decisions. He's held down a job, paid his child support etc. Yet the economy has kept him on the street. So when I reccomended that he switch "spots",( a homeless term for where they sleep) and go to Occupy, I never realised how poeple like him or worse, are being exploited by this movement. My friend has alot to offer this movement. An educated, articulate man is an asset anywhere, right? So in the beggining I was privy to a few things about this movement. The organisers are only there when there are cameras and at night to show support. (when its a slow news day and the cameras are about) And, if they are in the vicinity, that means that they're upstairs in the occupy offices that overlook the occupy plaza. I've heard them with their lofty goals, and general civil disobedience plans. Out of respect for my friend I cant divulge them but they are mostly like children in the schoolyard creating disruptions, attracting authorities, forcing said authorities to send resources to quell these assinine disturbances only to run away and start something someplace else. Of course the city has spent millions of dollars that could be spent elsewhere. They're babysitting you bunch of morons!— December 25, 2011 1:16 p.m.
It Was Scary Up There on the Coronado Bay Bridge
Doing the right thing is simply the quite obviously unique ability to shine as a human being under dire circumstances. Mr Knowlton is a brilliant example of not wasting any time on nonsense. He acted! Damn the torpedoes! He did the right thing and deserves to be recognized.— June 1, 2011 7:19 p.m.
Flake Painted Robes
Suite-alicious! The right place at the...,...you know!— June 1, 2011 7:03 p.m.
Beggars in the University Heights Library
So sad. This is the state of humanity in this new world order. All about you and how your world was invaded by someone you'd rather classify as a "beggar". A homeless vagrant, a hopeless wretch at the end of his road, or... was it simply a person in need who looked to the kindest looking person in that library and your outward appearance was obviously a ruse, a joke or even a cheap parlour trick. But your true self involved colours shone through like the heartless, ugly person you really are. Bravo. Now go count your friends on face book and after that, look in the mirror and read aloud your winning blog. How Sad!— May 7, 2011 8:41 p.m.
San Diegan Gets Only Probation for Stashing Funds Offshore
Ah yes,...business as usual. Doesn't matter what you do if you've got the cash to stash...well.. you know. Damn! Wheres that soapbox?— March 15, 2011 6:35 a.m.
my world as of today...talking to my self ? maybe
Your efforts shall go on unrewarded. But someone does care about what and where you ate. El Cajon Blvd. is a long,...well,... you know,... Blvd! Lets how good I can do out of memory. Not naming them but, Chicken pot pies, Ethiopian cuisine, Mmm, Sushi, BBQ, Chinese, Oh yeah, those fantastic Vietnamese Spring rolls and the PHO! One place that does deserve a shout out is the AETNA italian place east of the 15 headed westbound. Try their crust once, you'll never try another. Fillwhoosies? So yeah, I occasionally join the postings but have also lost, dumped and inadvertantly sent my words somewhere! So don't lose hope. Embrace the 90's! Hungh? 2011? Well, embrace it or clutch on tightly and desperately! But hang on! The ride from here gets a little tricky. Don't need the Mayans to tell us that. But thats another subject altogether and I don't feel like f*&^%$# up your or my day. Watch out for falling rocks!— March 14, 2011 10:10 p.m.
Twelve Reasons to Support Arizona's Illegal Immigration Law
Why do all you...yes, racist people disguise your fear with so much tea-bag rhetoric? Bottom line is that the Glenn Becks of the world will slowly expose themselves the more they expound on their fears and ignorance. Yes, we will get the country we all deserve. A country with no divisive hate. So by all means sweetie, ramble on!— September 1, 2010 11:28 a.m.