Government Control Over Everyone Is Wrong

For almost a year and a half, our world has dramatically changed. Unfortunately, not for the better. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and now the Delta Variant, nobody can ever feel good again.

We are no longer whole. Instead, we live in a divided America that’s been fractured even further since Joe Biden took over for Donald Trump. How is it possible that things have become worse since President Biden’s inauguration in which he promised to fix our country and bring it closer together?

The plain truth about electing politicians is they can’t ever keep their promises. Most of what they say is for show just to get elected. Unfortunately, there are too many voices on both sides who disrupt the democratic process. When Trump was in charge, he had complete opposition from everyone that it was obvious he’d be a one term President. Especially after he mishandled the pandemic. However, he was far from alone. Hint: NYC governor who will be forced out eventually.

Here in New York City, it’s run by incompetent people. We know them as Governor Cuomo and Mayor De Blasio. I’m not going to bother getting into how horrible a human being Cuomo is. He’s a disgrace. What I have to say about the do nothing Mayor is more important. In an effort to completely obliterate New York State, he’s decided to force people to get the controversial Vaccination Passport as proof to go anywhere. Whether it be restaurants, games, concerts, gyms or even work, it no longer feels like a democracy.

Instead, I’m left to wonder when the madness will end. They promised that if you got fully vaccinated, there would be a “return to normalcy.” They lied to the good people of our country again. Now because of a new variant which they’ve known about for a while, we are left in purgatory. I don’t know about anyone else. But I can’t take it anymore. From being ridiculed on the phone by our Mom over the new rules and masks becoming mandatory again next month, it’s a three ring circus. I can’t even have a normal conversation with my own mother, who supports all these unfair rules. It’s truly sad.

The worst part is I know I’m not alone. By controlling everything, the leadership is failing miserably. They don’t seem to understand that this is a free country. At least the last time I checked, it was. Maybe it’s only free for the many illegals they keep letting in at the border without even doing a good job protecting the legal citizens and residents. What if they’re carrying COVID or the Delta Variant we’ve heard so much about? I read earlier that they at least are going to start vaccinating people with the one shot Johnson and Johnson vaccine. That is the least efficacy of the three out there. I opted for the Pfizer vaccination at our local CVS. I waited. Now, I’m not sure if it matters.

If you can’t get back to a normal life without being forced to have Passports like we’re not from here, what’s the point? I know the opposition will say that being fully vaccinated helps decrease the likelihood of getting a serious case of COVID. However, we’re now learning that even vaccinated are testing positive. While deaths have mostly stayed down, cases are way up. The dramatic increase is a legit concern. Is it only due to the new variant, or are there other factors not being considered? Maybe they need to do more scientific research. The science. That’s all we’ve heard about for the past 17 months.

What if by Dr. Fauci saying that you could return to normal, too many of the vaccinated began doing whatever they wanted? Like attending baseball games with big crowds and having social gatherings. Even though I am fully vaccinated, I have not done that. Maybe it’s because I prefer to be cautious. I don’t think holding such large gatherings like former President Obama is for his 60th Birthday party at his $12 million estate at Martha’s Vineyard, is smart. I could care less if all 600 plus guests are vaccinated. It’s risky and lacks good judgment and common sense. Ditto for Trump last year which resulted in positives due to total ignorance. He even got the deadly virus, but recovered thanks to the experimental drugs they gave him. That probably cost him reelection. Aside from being unpopular due to being so polarizing, it didn’t help the cause.

Too many people are politicizing this pandemic. I admit at times, I’ve been guilty of it by critiquing the Democratic Party I once supported. Maybe it’s due to the direction they’ve taken on key issues I value. However, you can find fault on both sides. Sorry. But I don’t think forcing everyone to put a needle in their arm is very democratic. Some people have medical conditions that must be taken seriously before deciding if the shot is right for them. Others don’t trust the science due to the side effects. I experienced them after both. Let me just say it wasn’t pleasant. I’m glad I recovered. The difference between myself and people like our Mom is I’ll never tell anyone what to do. It should be a choice. It’s your body. My brother will never get it. He is anti vaccine. That includes the flu shot. That’s his own personal right and choice.

We’ve seen some in the mainstream media referring to this now becoming a virus of the unvaccinated. But if that were true, why are vaccinated people testing positive? That includes politicians and even some of our favorite ballplayers. Gerrit Cole didn’t pitch the other night due to mild symptoms. Jordan Montgomery also has it. Is it due to the Yankees likely going with the Johnson and Johnson jab? Or maybe it’s due to players being around so many other people. I’m going to go with the second logic. It makes perfect sense. That’s why I criticized Obama. They talk about super spreader events. Most of this came from the left. Personally, I don’t like such terms. It’s lazy and an unfair label placing blame on one party. Even if you don’t support Republicans, that’s not why this happened. What ever became of the investigation into how COVID came into existence? Or are they going to let the Republic of China off the hook? Fauci could have knowledge. He’s sure said a lot over the past year and a half. You think he doesn’t have any knowledge?

If we truly are a free country, the government shouldn’t overstep their boundaries. Encouraging people to be vaccinated is fine. However, mandating it is not right. Especially if it costs people jobs. I know nurses who didn’t get the shot that have concerns due to some of their dedicated coworkers being fired. Does that sound fair? These were the heroes of last year being applauded by everyone. So, you can lose an important job where you played a pivotal role in helping save lives because you won’t comply? Is this China or North Korea? I thought this was the United States of America.

Not everyone is comfortable with needles. Like all drugs, the vaccines have side effects. If you ever had the flu, that’s what it feels like for 24 to 48 hours. It’s also not a perfect process. People have died from adverse effects of the shot. That’s the part they don’t want to advertise. But they’ll offer bribes if you get it. Even if survival rates are good, nobody should die from a vaccine that’s been rolled out. Those who have waited also aren’t comfortable getting a shot that isn’t FDA approved. However, it hasn’t stopped the campaign from over commercialization. It’s everywhere. Even as a fully vaxxed person, it’s maddening. I can’t tell you how many times I changed the channel. It isn’t normal to have it everywhere. You’re not going to change minds if they’re made up.

It’s disappointing how ignorant some people are. Twenty years ago a month and seven days later, we were under terrorist attack on September 11th, 2001. The images were horrifying. It was one of the worst days in our country’s history. There was a big difference back then. Following the attacks, people came together. We were a better country. United. Not divided. Now, it’s a sad time when even during a challenging time, so many place the blame around. We shouldn’t be arguing or fighting. It’s uncivilized. If we can’t have a civil conversation over this issue, then we’re doomed as a society.

I sent a long thought out text to my Mom after I hung up on her. I had to because the argument was pointless. There’s no reason to talk over each other. For voices to be raised. Is this really what we’ve become? If it is, I no longer want to live here.

A Wing and a Prayer

I’ve been back at the gym for seven days. Monday night was my seventh time back in the last eight days.

It makes a difference. I feel good. Much better than how helpless I felt following an hour at the gym on a late night two weeks ago. I was tired and should’ve took the day off. Instead, I had a setback and went to ER due to a bad anxiety attack.

I think I pushed too hard too soon. Some days, you’re not going to have it. I didn’t then and the last week of October sucked. I was weak and holed up in bed not wanting to know or do anything. It was bad.

However, I finally went back last Monday. That initial first step was a positive one. I never hesitated. I slowly worked my way back. I’m doing better. I feel a difference. I’m even used to wearing the mask without any kind of issue including on cardio. I go for my water when I need it and do my meditation breathing and pace myself.

Here’s the thing. While I do the right thing along with many others during our workouts, not everyone is. It’s disturbing that you have a few idiots who aren’t following the instructions. By either abusing the mask or incredibly not wiping down each machine before and after use, they set a poor example.

It’s unhealthy and unsanitary. Why is it so hard to listen to simple rules so we are safe? Being at the gym is a luxury. We missed it for several months until it reopened this Fall. Between utilizing the cleaning stations which include hand sanitizer and social distancing, we can each do our part the right way without putting others at risk.

I don’t care what time of the day you come. Even if it’s late with fewer people, clean up after yourself. It puts the dedicated workers at risk. It’s disappointing that some people aren’t listening. I don’t get it.

If I can do it, anyone can. No wonder Staten Island is seeing spikes in Covid. A few zip codes are high danger spots including in Tottenville. The increase has to do with people thinking they are out of danger. They’re not social distancing outside in the uncanny mild autumn November weather which includes parks, etc.

We’ve also seen several people test positive in schools including my old grammar school over here in Arden Heights. That means we aren’t out of the woods. I don’t take any risks. When I go out in public, I make sure to wear my mask in stores and keep my distance. I also have plenty of sanitizer in the car.

When you see all those people in the city celebrating Joe Biden’s projected win following a controversial Presidential Election, they look like misinformed imbeciles. No one social distanced properly. I don’t care if you wore masks. That kind of crowd is irresponsible and indicative of how hypocritical the clowns that run New York City are.

It’s okay to protest or celebrate if you’re a Democrat. But not acceptable for people of faith to go to synagogues or even churches. Do as I say. Not as I do. I’m fed up with this ridiculous attitude. Most of the city are full of crap and aren’t even noticing how poorly things have been handled. That’s why people are leaving New York.

So, when President elect Joe Biden says he wants to unite both sides, I don’t buy it. Not the way one side has been treated the last four years. The arrogance of the left is a joke. They’re no longer the party of tolerance. But the party of intolerance. If you disagree with their line of thinking, you’re censored like on the biased social media which pushes one narrative.

That’s not traditional American principles or values. If they really want to change things, actions speak louder than words. And assuming there was no voter fraud which I don’t think will make a difference, Biden will take the oath of office on January 20th next year. Only then will we learn if he’s a man of his word.

That means not being swayed by the dangerous progressives who are toxic radicals to the more moderate Biden. It also means leading by example unlike President Trump, who despite accomplishing some good things, was too childish and arrogant which rubbed people the wrong way. The Democrat motto became ABT. Anyone But Trump. Understandable given his narcissistic tendencies. He basically handed Biden the election with his slow response to the pandemic and rude behavior.

The thing is when I hear people like Governor Andrew Cuomo talk, he is a total hypocrite. He didn’t do a good job either. Many people lost their lives including the horrible nursing home debacle. Take some responsibility. I won’t even mention the do nothing Mayor. The worst in New York history. Even Cuomo loathes him.

What bothers me is that you still have too many people doing the wrong thing. This isn’t about what party you support or if you don’t like me. It’s about being more responsible. Each and every day we go out, we have an obligation to do the right thing.

Be part of the change.