Who is watching the TSA?

I just had to put this up for people to read. A woman wasn't allowed to go to her plane due to a nipple ring. See article here via YAHOO! NEWS.

This is incredible and unacceptable. First it was a mother and her baby’s milk. Then a man who had his computer confiscated and searched with out explanation or reasonable doubt. Then recently, a woman was told to remove her nipple piercing before a flight in Lubbock, Texas. All too many people are being harassed unnecessarily in the name of National Security. When is common sense going to rule the TSA in America and around the world? This could have been easily solved if an agent of the same sex inspected the woman visually. Why did it have to be removed? Was there an incident or CIA report that said, "terrorists are sneaking uranium/explosives via nipple rings or balls?!?!

I very much doubt it, but for these agents to do this is just insulting. If anything, people should begin to arrive at their flights on time and expect to be harassed by these agents. Then instead of succumbing to their demands, ask for a supervisor if their requests seem REALLY unreasonable. I'm so sick and tired of airport security asking people to remove items that have no use in hi-jacking or terrorism. In Paris, I was ordered to remove a mock Cabineri (made of aluminum) because the agent thought I could use it as a weapon (brass-knuckle). I fought and argued, but in the end gave it up to catch my flight. A decision I still regret today due to the principal of the whole matter. I just hope if that agent took my Cabineri home to use in his rock-climbing weekend get-a-way, that he realizes the hard way that it's not real.

What upsets me is how the TSA doesn’t seem to care how they treat the people that go through the security checkpoint. They don’t seem to care if their agents are possibly stealing or harassing people under the guise of National Security. I understand people are afraid of getting blown up out of the sky, but we have to stop being so afraid that we give up common sense and decency. I don’t know about you, but the next time I feel harassed by a TSA inspector, I plan to get their name and badge number to make a formal complaint. Especially if I know they are making a mountain out of a molehill.

Race and Humor

I found this link on youtube.com called "Race and Humor." It's a four part web-series about racial humor in the media. It was authored by a video blogger named KevinJumba. I've seen some of his material before, which is usually a collection of funny skits and satirical humor. What amazed me is how insightful and informative his documentary is by using clips from the internet and podcasts. I believe it's one of the Jewels of the internet and believe me, it's tough to find something original worth watching on you tube. So here are the four parts of Kevin Jumba's documentary "Race and Humor." Leave me a message on what you think and feel free to visit Kevin's site. I've included him on my friends list.

Charlie Rose Black Eye

So this is Charlie Rose. He is a talk show host on Public Broadcasting Station (PBS) and talks to politicians, entertainers, and various other public figures. He's basically the Public Television version of "Larry King."

I tuned into PBS and noticed Charlie Rose sporting a black eye. I dug up the story behind this black eye and found several articles mostly originating from SALON.COM mentioning how he received a black eye from saving his MAC BOOK AIR during a fall caused by a New York City pothole. I was about to accept the story when I got another good look at Charlie Rose. Something about his face bothered me.

Then it hit! I realized there is NO WAY this guy received a black eye from tripping on the ground. Being the stickler for detail that I am (or dork with too much time on his hands), I tried to imagine the different ways a person can fall on the ground while carrying a Mac Book Air... including how a person would save it during a fall.

My conclusion led me to believe that Charlie Rose and his producers are lying to reporters when they told them that his injury was due to a fall. I personally believe that Charlie Rose was attacked (mugged or got in a fight) and took a fist in the eye, causing the black eye. Take a look at him yourself, tell me what you think. I just can't imagine how asphalt can cause such a bruise in a concentrated area.

Why is it so hard to admit that he was attacked or mugged in New York City. Unless, he actually got in a fight with another person... but finally, why would you even admit that you got a black eye for protecting a laptop computer. Basically admitting that your material possession is more valuable than your personal safety. If that is the case then "WOW"... Mr. Rose, you are an idiot.

Incredible Hulk Tralier

Here it is true believers, the Incredible Hulk trailer.

The cgi seems a little off and I'm disappointed that they didn't do a story with the Grey hulk. When you watch this movie can you let me know if you agree that the "green" seems to be a bit off. I think they need to color correct it again.

Papaya Dance

I must confess that I wanted my first official(not including my introduction) entry to be a serious article about the entertainment industry and to have the readers walk away from their computer going, "hmmmm."

Then my plan was turned upside down when Yahoo! News showed a clip of THE PAPAYA DANCE. Now I would have easily overlooked it if it wasn't for the words "Filipino... dance craze."

Even more, it was also featured in Good Morning America on ABC. Then I looked it up on Youtube.com and found that the USA Ambassador to the Philippines was on a morning talk show doing the dance herself. Now being the (wannabe) trend setter that I am, I wouldn't want my readers to be the last person to learn about this new dance craze that can become larger than the Macarena. So take a look at these various links and remember that you saw it here first when it starts blowing up in your neighborhood and all over MTV.

Good Morning America Link: http://www.yahoo.com/s/838569

USA Ambassador to the Philippines:

Welcome. Definition. Understand.

Today is my first day at attempting to blog and share with you my life and struggles. I only hope that you can share your opinions when I publish postings, because I really do want to know what you think.

Let me share with you the definition of a Euphemism accourding to Merriam - Webster.

eu·phe·mism

Pronunciation: \ˈyü-fə-ˌmi-zəm\

Function: noun

Etymology:

Greek euphēmismos, from euphēmos auspicious, sounding good, from eu- + phēmē speech, from phanai to speak — more at ban

Date: circa 1681

: the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant; also : the expression so substituted

— eu·phe·mist \-mist\ noun

— eu·phe·mis·tic \ˌyü-fə-ˈmis-tik\ adjective

— eu·phe·mis·ti·cal·ly \-ti-k(ə-)lē\ adverb

So now you know what it means. Now, stay tuned to see how I feel and think about certain Euphemisms that occur in this world via corporations, religion, politics, and even through my everyday life as a human being.