I love reality tv, BUT...
Sometimes I get tired of seeing people run down, exploited and emotionally destroyed for the sake of "my viewing pleasure". I have watched some episodes of the Bachelor over the past few seasons and the end of every show is the same every time. Some poor girl, who was only chosen to be on the show because she has an out-going personality, a ton of money and/or an hour-glass figure, gets carted off in a limo, crying and talking about her regrets and how the guy just made the "biggest mistake of his life". How am I supposed to feel happy for "Bor-enzo" and Jen when there are two dozen other people in their wake who have had their feelings ripped apart, their emotions crushed and been completely embarrassed. Every time I see those girls crying I get mad all over again. Not only were many of them mislead to believe that they could win the guy, but the tv people completely used these girls to make money. It's sick and angering and it sets a terrible example to people in the dating realm. It's no wonder that half of all marriages end in divorce...we are trained that it is ok to "love", date or be comitted to multiple people at a time. These men who must chose between all of the girls are usually confused as to who they should end up with because the way they go about "getting the girl" is completely wrong. It's wrong and it sets people up to have their marriages and relationships destroyed. Maybe the girls in the limo are actually being spared some pain.
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C'mon Homer...you sound like a Pilgrim. Don't feel sorry for those broads. If they don't know what the Bachelor is at this point, we'll, then, that's kind of lame. Laugh when the get kicked off. Stand up and holler at tv..."serves you right o pitiful sorority chick."
What's really mournful is the fact that the girl would fill out the application to begin with. That's the sad part. But if they make it to the show...game on.
And I speak as a father of daughters.
And if we're really going to be sad, let's be sad at the reality that "the Bachelor" is still on.
Paaleeease!
Dear Mr. A$$,
Agreed.
Homer the Pilgrim
Dude, #1 that is a terrible screen name. #2, Homer is not a pilgrim. He is the coolest guy you could ever meet, so just shut the heck up with the pilgrim "don't feel sorry for the broads". Homer knows what he's talking about; he's way smarter than you'll ever be.
Dear Youngin...you might be wondering why I'm calling you Youngin. Let's just say that educated, bill-paying, voting individuals never begin blog posts with "Dude." But I digress.
I'm sorry you find my screen name "terrible." Others find it funny. I find it cathartic. I will still sleep tonight.
As for the Pilgrim, he is pretty darn cool. Especially in those buckled shoes, knickers, and pilgrim hat he wears to work everyday. But he likes it. He is a Pilgrim on a journey. You must submerse yourself into the depths of the analogy rather than assume it is a negative attack on your "coolest guy you could ever meet."
Stop playing video games and timely consider things before you abruptly respond.
And by the way, sign your name. Anonymity is what lazy church people hide behind. I've heard that Jesus always came through the front door. You might try it...it's a rush.
I've never watched the Bachelor, but think each season should include a Pilgrim, a fat ass, a cool guy and some guy dressed as Jesus coming in the front door of the church to deliver the marriage vows...it just sounds more interesting to me. Especially in comparison to some guy in his mid-30s who's obviously single for a reason and a pile of sorority girls who just want 15 seconds of fame.
Chris,
now that's damn funny. A choice morsel of wisdom.
As Proverbs says, "an apt reply is a choice morsel."
Well done, Mellon head.
Dunamis, Dude.
Did anyone ever see Joe Schmoe? now THAT was a reality show. Hella-funny
Dear Mr. Fat ***,
I am not hiding anything at all, so here's my name. Hope you're happy. Stop being a retard and calling me a "lazy" church person. I have a life, and although it is not as cool as I wish it was, it does deeply involve the ultimate cool guy, Jesus Christ. And I only wish you could see His coolness in Homer the TOTALLY not pilgrim. He is living it out for Christ and that doesn't mean he is a pilgrim...it means he's a great person and a great guy to hang out with. Now get off all of our cases and stop being what you call yourself.
Peace,
"Youngin"
PS: Your name is anything but funny. Seriously. Obviously a "youngin" like me is more mature than you in that I don't put cuss words on something like this.
Dear 8th Grader,
I'm sorry your life is not as cool as you want it to be. You'll get there! Some things in this life have to be earned.
Now, if this Jesus Christ guy is as cool as you say he is, does he call people "retards"? Do you really wish I would see his coolness, or do you wish I'd stop exposing your youngness?
Here's the deal, Sparky, if being a follower of Jesus means demonstrating a name-calling, weak-defensed retort...just like the one you left, then I might think twice about following Jesus. He sounds pretty small to me.
As far as Homer the Pilgrim goes, he is a Pilgrim. Read Psalm 84:5. If you are going to be a Jesus Follower, it's probably a good idea to inform yourself of the scripture rather than basing someone's Christianity on good manners.
And just for grins, whose "cases" am I on?
Hang in there, son. You'll get it. Don't let your opposition to my name cloud the learing channel...(You know it's a funny name!)
Think, boy, Think...especially before you reply.
I hope Santa brings you everything on your list this year. And remember, Santa has the internet and he can see your name calling!
Happy Kwanza
God ain't small, buddy.
God is huge.
God is everywhere.
God is cool.
Could you go and die for everyone on Earth and everyone to live on Earth...just to give them eternal life? I don't think so, buddy.
Dear Fat Butt,
Hey man I've been thinking. And you're right, I've been kind of quick to respond negatively towards you. Let me explain.
Homer is a GREAT friend of mine. And it's this thing in me that makes me always want to stick up for my friends. And when I saw you on Homer's case, it made me kind of mad.
I've been a little hipocritical. I've told you to shut up and be quiet and that you need to find Jesus, but the truth is I do too. Yeah I'm a Christian, but unfortunately I'm not a very good clean one. But I'm glad God is forgiving and that He'll help me grow in my faith every day.
Anyway, I'm sorry I've been so "trying to act tough" on you. You really are pretty smart if you could figure out that I'm an eighth grader by reading two things I posted.
My youth pastor told me tonight to stop trying to make up comebacks to everyone who makes me mad. He says that is a problem of mine, and he's right. So I'll shut up now and get off your case.
Rock on,
Scotty "Youngin"
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