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DISCUSSION: Political Correctness and the Holidays

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It seems like every year around the holidays’ people find something to be outraged about. It has gotten to the point where I’m desensitized to it.

I’ve noticed that there’s been outrage around the classic Christmas cartoons Rudolf the Red-nosed Reindeer and Frosty the Snowman. They’re old cartoons. Of course, this shows how much society and our culture has changed. Does this mean we should suppress it? I don’t think so.

I think we should use these classic cartoons as a teaching moment for the kids. Explain that these are classics and they’re old. Teach them whatever you don’t agree about the program, but also show them how simple and happy the cartoons are.

I believe political correctness will become a problem when we start using it to delete the past. We should be able to learn from our mistakes, not try to hide them. History is important to any culture, and to see it disappear saddens me.

I am not a Social Justice Warrior by any means, but I do have a small handful of causes I stand up for. None of which involve trying to ban classic holiday cartoons and classic Christmas songs. Let the holidays be fun, save the Social Justice Warrior stuff for the upcoming year.

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DISCUSSION: Christmas is Upon Us

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Thanksgiving is over, and Christmas is less than a month away. With the upcoming holiday and New Year, I’d like to reflect on this year and plan for the upcoming months.

I started this blog in January of this year. I felt like it’d be a fun side project to distract me from reality. It was a rough start, still kneading out the bumps, but more or less I have a rhythm going.

Hopefully, I’ll be still keeping this blog going for days to come. I enjoy being able to share my thoughts about the books I have read. Even the off topics discussions are fun too!

My plans so far for the next year is going through my “to be read” list. I have crates of books that I’ve purchased and I’d like to try and make a dent on that massive list.

I would also like to review books that I’ve read in the past. I like the Harry Potter series, but the later books are long and massive. I’ve read so many it’d be difficult to pick which ones I’d reread.

So those are my thoughts and ideas at this point in time. I hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday/Christmas/whatever holiday you celebrate! Thanks for reading my blog!

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Going to Retropalooza!

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I’ll be leaving for my once-a-year trip to Arlington, TX for Retropalooza on Friday. A retro video game convention, where nerds and geeks can get together and enjoy sharing the same interests.

This will be my third year going. Each year I enjoy it more and more. The people you meet are just there to have fun, just like you are. The guests are popular Youtubers that either play video games or discuss video games in general.

As always I’m going to be bringing plenty of reading materials, both ebooks and audiobooks. Hopefully, I’ll be able to get back into the swing of things by the time I get back!

Thanks for everything guys, I know it’s taking me a while to get back to reviewing. I appreciate your patience.

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DISCUSSION: Podcasts

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I’ve been listening to podcasts off and on through the past several years. I originally started watching some of my favorite YouTuber personalities that also made podcasts. I eventually lost interest in those and moved on to the next thing that would help me sleep at night.

Now back in the world of podcasts, my new favorite genre I’ve been thoroughly been enjoying is the true crime genre. I’ve always been intrigued by crime and criminal behavior. If I could join the FBI, I would. However, with my mental health problems, I don’t think I’d make it too far. I’ll just leave the tough work to the pros.

So this is my new “sleeping aide” for now. I change these from time to time depending on situations that are out of my control.

So please share what podcast you enjoy listening to! I’d enjoy some recommendations for some new ones to enjoy and listen to!

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Too Many Books!

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Every now and then, I find myself in a situation where I’ll check out a reasonable number of books. And before I know it books I had on hold and had requested pile up my dresser and my Kindle.

So many books, so little time. Gotta manage my time better haha.