My thoughts on the SCOTUS decision on Obamacare(tax) or whatever it's going to be called now.

I decided to wait a day before saying...but before I say what I have to say...

a. Today is the 10th anniversary of my mom's death. In your charity can you pray for the repose of the soul of my mother, and for my family. So it seems with each passing year it's not becoming easier, but rather more difficult. I'm unable to go home to be at mum's grave this year unfortunately. There are various situations that make this even tougher than last year of course. But do pray that I don't go crazy.

b. Onto the news of yesterday.

As we all heard yesterday the SCOTUS decided on the Obamacare reading, a link to the full decision here

I don't have the time or the energy to do a parsing line by line of this decision. I am however going to give some thoughts on the decision.

a. The decision was correct on the rendering of Obamacare as a tax, but wrong on the consitutionality of the tax. Tax bills are supposed to originate from the house, not the senate. At least that's my understanding from what limited time I was awake during gov't class. On that alone it should have been ruled unconsitutional.

b. Roberts was right to say that it is not his job to rescue us from bad decisinos that we make. In this sense acting stupidly has consequences. The key is to not make the same mistake again and putting the same administration in office, ever again.

c. Roberts has painted his zeroness as a liar by calling Obamacare a tax. Not that we didn't know that before this ruling, anyone with a brain knows it. Everyone's taxes will be going up unless this monstrosity is overturned. God willing it will.

d. It is neither a victory for liberals, nor a loss for conservatives, this decision is exactly what a supreme court decision should be. neutral.

To my friends that are rejoicing in this obamacare ruling, here are somethings to consider...

a. Insurance is a risk pool by very definition. Why does it cost more to insure a car in Compton, Ca, than it does in Grangeville, ID. It is riskier to drive in Compton, Ca due to violence and various other factors, which means one is more likely to use the insurance (which really is supposed to be used in cases where out of pocket doesn't cover), which means that it's going to be more expensive. So yes, insurance is something that you basically pay to NOT use. So thus by extension if now pre-existing conditions are covered (more risk), where are the costs for covering these conditions going to go? These costs will either result in the laying off of workers at the insurance company (this making a painful experience even MORE painful) , or will result in your insurance fees going up (either way you lose). Even though there may very well be regulations stating that companies can't do this, THEY MUST RAISE YOUR FEES, in order to make up the difference, it's simple mathematics, not even Calculus involved.

b. What has more effective results, smaller proportions or larger? If I have a class with 100 students, would that class run as smoothly with class of 20 students? For sure it wouldn't, especially if this is high school level. Instead of doctors having say 10 patients on a day, they'll now have say 50 in a day. Will the care be better for the 10 or the 50? The 10 obviously. The doctor is able to spend more time in detail on these 10, than he is on the 50. Love this very short video on it, explaining everything I intend to explain.

Remember, good intentions have bad consequences. The idea behind universal health insurance (not care) that's different...is a good one, the application there of, not such a good idea.

7/2 Timeout Tuesday: The World Dictator Edition

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1) I would not torture anyone. I would merely play Justin Bieber and Rebecca Black music until they confess information that I need to know. All of my minions will have special ear pieces to filter the music. And no these pieces are not available to the general public.

2) I would then ban anyone other than the absolute dictator from playing Justin Bieber. Some may view this as being very nanny statish. Well, yes, I'm doing all of you a service by not allowing him to be played to the general populace. I said I don't believe in torture ;).

3) The TSA would be eliminated immediately. Spy drones have this problem solved already. And I'll be spying from a sleep number bed. (those things are crazy comfortable). Any idiot trying to bring a bomb on a plane will be vaporized.

7/2) All future minions will have to go through a background check....which isn't for me to find information which will be used against you....rather...I must make sure there will be no one to undermine my administration.

Not so random thoughts

a. There are times when people are the presence of Christ when it so seems that Christ has abandoned someone. Perhaps I haven't been appreciative of that fact that when I my mom died nearly 10 years ago (as of next friday) through my ex best friend, God was present. I'll just come out and say it, I would give nearly anything to have this friend back in my life. I must say trying to rebuild a burnt bridge is extremely difficult and is a huge cross for me. I highly doubt that she reads this blog, but if she does read this, I hope that she knows I am sincerely sorry for everything that has happened, all that I've said, and all that I have done.

b. The body and mind don't always cooperate. As I'm getting older, this is becoming more apparent.

c. When I am world dictator, I will slow down the crime rate, by putting inmates in pink jump suits, and playing Justin Bieber in the prison everyday on full blast. I'm sure the annoyance will bring down the crime rate immediately...and if that doesn't work...Rebecca Black...any resulting hearing loss, I am not responsible for.

d. The look of death, is given in particular when I've voiced an opinion, and the contrary is done. There is no way to eliminate it. Of course it's probably true that whoever gets the look of death has been "listed."

e. I won't be praying any of the official prayers from the USCCB for the "Fortnight for freedom." I will  however be praying this during the fortnight:

Oremus, Deus, refugium nostrum et virtus, populu ad te clamantem propitius respice; et intercedente gloriosa et imaculata Virgine Dei Denitrice Maria cum beato Joseph, ejus Sponso, ac beatis Apostoplis tuis Petro et Paulo, et omnibus Sanctis quas pro conversione peccatorum, pro liberate et ealtatione sactae Matris Ecclesiae preces effundimus misericors et benignus exaudi. Per eundum Christum Dominum Nostrum Amen.

Let us pray: O God, our refuge and our strength, ook down in mercy on Thy people who cry to Thee, and by the intercession of the glorious and immaculate Virgin mary, Mother of God, of St Joseph her spouse, of Thy blessed Apostles Peter and Paul and all of the saints, in mercy and goodness her our prayers for the conversion of sinners and for the  liberty and exaltation of our holy Mother the Church. Through the same Christ Our Lord Amen

I like this one better than the official prayers.

f. I beg of thee humble readers for prayers for a particular intention. Especially for the Holy Father, and priests...a few for me can't hurt either :p.

7/2 Timeout Tuesday: The Constructive Criticism version

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1) The Church vocation "crisis"

I love how there are panels to try and solve problems that are blatantly obvious. The solution is quite simple, and it doesn't take someone with a degree in theology to figure it out...

a. The Truth is attractive in of itself because it is written on everyone's heart. Preach the Truth, that is the Catholic Faith, all of it, not the feminized, whimpy, insert liberal word here version of Catholicism, but the full authentic Faith. Why would anyone be attracted to a vocation that is confused about its own identity? It doesn't seem to make sense to leave confusion for more confusion. The vocation of priesthood is unique, and that needs to be emphasized. It's not a glorified community organizer. The priest offers sacrifice, he does not "preside" over the community. This is more evident in the TLM than the NO. And quit with the political correctness while it's on my mind.

b. The discipline in the Roman Church is that priests be celibate. But with the influx of the Anglican Ordinate, and many converts that were allowed to be ordained to the priesthood. Perhaps there may be a slight jealousy or antagonism towards those that have this exception. But really, something to think about, if this discipline were changed, it would be applied as it is in the Eastern Churches: That people must be married before ordination, and not after. While this move would open up many more candidates for the possibility of ordination, really in the theological perspective of the Roman Church, a married priesthood doesn't fit, where as in the Eastern Churches it does. Focus on the faithfulness to the traditions handed down before, not re-inventing the wheel

2) Be appreciative of stuff

a. I must admit when I read certain blogs, I often think to myself, how can these people live? I'm by no means the next coming of St Therese (though I have a huge stubborn streak), I have many many many faults, but I don't see why people don't realize what a great thing a first TLM is, or when a Bishop actually does something right. Believe me, I know, I'm quite pessimistic, but considering the state of the Church a mere 10 years ago, I'd say things are slowly working their way back to normalcy.

b. Recognizing the state of affairs is extremely important. The Church by no means moves fast like on a California freeway. The Church drives -10 mph in an 80 mph zone. Believe me, there's a reason why I'm not a Bishop or a priest. I'd piss everyone off by doing virtually everything us arm chair Bishops do.

3) I would never promote the killing of any...

human being...but I admit, I totally started laughing at this...(sensitive language alert)

7/2) I must say it is annoying when people mispronounce Russian names. Maria Sharapova is at the top of my names you need to say correctly...Here is the proper pronunciation

7/2 Time-out Tuesday: The impressive covers version

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This week's version is sponsored by covers. Typically, I don't like when artists cover other artists. I prefer original work. However, I make exceptions for those with actual talent that can sing...and by that I mean Ms. Jordan Pruitt, whom I've blogged about before.

1. I turn to you-Christina Augilera. The most impressive thing about this very short version is that she did it WITHOUT the music to the song. Ridiculously impressive!

compare to the original...

2. Love the way you Lie-part 2-JPru. I think I've had the song on here before...but I've never actually compared it to the original. Since no one told Rhianna this, I will, Rhianna, you can't sing, but Ms. Jordan can. :). I really could listen to Ms. Jordan sing all day...anyways

vs. the original (or rather, the below is a bad cover of the above ;))

3. Enough with my Jordan Pruitt non obsession. It's been a slow news day. Actually it's been a slow weekend, so this week in stupidity will have to wait until something stupid shows up. 

7/2 The blog owner has graciously decided to share with you more of his fancy handwriting. 

I really need to vent...so here we go.

1. One of my biggest annoyances, is when people try to place me on some crazy pedestal and proclaim me as "genius" or "smartest person in Idaho."I often feel that once people do that, it places a barrier. It places me in a position where people are afraid of my intelligence and afraid to hold normal conversations with me. I hate it, I hate it, I hate it! If you want to know why I absolutely detest being called such, now you know. I hate the attention that comes with it, I hate the absolute shunning by society once they see that "you're one of them." (Not that I'm a heavy extroverted person, I'm not, but it would be nice to go into the world and not be referred to as the crazy smart dude that lives right around the corner. I recognize my own talents, I know I have them, but, really...zip it.

2. I'm defensive because I do not take to anyone attacking my person lightly, I don't care who you are. Dare do something that crosses the line, and thou shalt pay. On my list of accomplishments are getting a professor fired for calling me stupid, being thrown out of seminary, and a few other accomplishments. I don't bow down to the altar of political correctness and I'm not afraid to say what needs to be said. If something's in error I call it what it is. If something is wrong, I'll say something. I am a fighter...I don't play to lose the game.

3. I only consult those who are experts in the field that I have questions in. Why would I ask someone who didn't major in physics a physics question? That makes sense right? Of course not. So therefore, I did not complain when the book was erroneous. I sought 2nd opinions. and if the 2nd opinion agreed with me, I tossed it, if not, I taught what the 2nd opinion said. People act surprised that I ask for help, LOL, I'm just particular about things. If something doesn't sound right, I will say something, but only to those that understand my language. Thus I speak physics with physicists.

4. Let me just say...In my case, silence means multiple things. It could mean anger, it could mean depression, it could mean, contemplation or it could mean, I'm still plotting...which the last one is typically the most common way I use silence. Simply because i haven't mentioned something does not mean I don't know about it, it simply means, I'm preparing something, what that something is...it's mysterious...otherwise...live life normally...assume nothing....The kettle thickens...

5. I tend to like this Ann Barndhart person....let me copy and paste...and then add a few of my own.

THE BISHOPS ARE BEING PLAYED. LIKE CHEAP FIDDLES.

POSTED BY ANN BARNHARDT - MAY 23, AD 2012 7:27 PM MST

I do not understand how it is that this isn't glaringly, beat-you-over-the-head obvious, but whatever. I'll explain it. Listen up. Especially if you have a hat shaped like the blade of a posthole digger in your wardrobe, and people actually call you "Excellency."Withdrawing health insurance (like Franciscan University at Steubenville, Ohio), shutting down schools, closing adoption agencies, soup kitchens or ANYTHING ELSE in "protest" of ObamaCare and the HHS "mandates" is EXACTLY, PRECISELY, TOTALLY and COMPLETELY what the Obama regime wants.
Further, the reason why the "press" has OBVIOUSLY been given the order to keep all of this quiet and to not report in any way on the lawsuits filed by the dozens of various Catholic organizations this week against the Obama regime - the largest religious legal action ever taken against the U.S. government by a long shot - is obvious.
The Obama regime is sitting back and watching all of you cowardly fools fold your own tents. None of the stupid bread-and-circus addicted crowd knows anything about any of this. You have to break out of your narcissistic little world and understand that even though these things are earth-shattering to you, uh, most people in this country don't even know that their "government" has declared war on the Church.
So, in a few months, after you all have played right into their hands and shut down your facilities, hospitals, schools and services, congratulating yourselves on your "brave protest", the Obama regime is going to make a ginormous propaganda offensive telling all of the stupid TV-addled idiots that the Catholic Church doesn't give a crap about "the people" because they have shut down their hospitals, schools, their soup kitchens, their adoption agencies and won't even provide health insurance plans to the poor, poor youths attending their universities. The Catholic Church hates "the people", hates charity, hates sick people, hates women, hates children, hates poor people and is hoarding all of its money.
Oh, but the Obama regime LOVES you. The Obama regime will provide you and anyone else who joins their Free Shit Army with all of the "free healthcare", "free education", "free food" and free unicorn farts they could ever want or need.
Listen, you fools. YOU DON'T SHUT ANYTHING DOWN. You keep going exactly as you have been, and you force those dirty rotten SOBs to literally storm your hospitals and shut YOU down at gunpoint. And I'm not kidding. Make them physically shut down your hospital by dragging you out at gunpoint. Make them physically shut down your schools. Make them shut down your university by force because you won't cover abortions in your student health plan. Make them physically shut down your soup kitchens. Make them shut down your adoption agencies because you won't hand a baby boy over to two men who like to jam various and sundry body parts up each others' rectums.
In other words, STAND AND FIGHT.
The only proper course of action is total non-compliance with these totalitarian edicts of the regime, and FORCING THEIR HAND.
Anything less than that, and you LOSE. MEN fight wars. If you refuse to do your duty and act like MEN, then the war is already lost. And make no mistake, cowardice is a grave sin, and you will answer for it.
Every bishop is given a crosier upon his ordination to the episcopacy. A crosier is a shepherd's staff. It is a six to seven foot long staff that a shepherd uses to beat the crap out of wolves. That's your job. Beating the crap out of the wolves - not killing all of the sheep yourself so that there is nothing left for the wolves to eat.
MAN UP!!!! FIGHT, YOU FOOLS!!!

I really couldn't of said it better myself. we need to fight, period :) Perhaps I wouldn't have called them fools. but I can't blame her, for years the Bishops' conference has just been the democratic party at prayer and to some degree have brought this upon themselves.

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How I write Greek and Russian Letters :), Yes, that is actually my writing.