Whew! It's been a roller coaster around here these past few months. The best made plans have fell by the wayside and I am regrouping for a terrific 2011. What about all of you?
Not to lay out a buinch of bbbuuulllssshhhiiittt on any of you but life hasn't been taking a break and neither of you. The wife will be having additional surgery after the fist of the year. As for me, I'm kicking...
Anyways, I'll be back after the first of the year. We can talk more about everything then. In the meantime, have a blessed holiday and keep everything in perspective.
kennyGene
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Saturday, May 8, 2010
A GULLIBLE OLD FOOL, I AM
Hello friends!
An update is in order. As several of you may know, I had the opportunity to audition for AGT a few weeks ago. I originally planned to travel to Dallas for a live audition; however Janet, my wife of almost 34 years needs my attention more. The producers offered as an option to send a video; therefore I embraced the opportunity and did so. I was advised that if I was not selected that I would not hear back. As it is, I have been asked back for a second audition.
However, I am NOT, repeat, NOT going through with it. Yes, I want it but I do not need it. I do not feel that this is where I am needed most. Let me try and explain.
She will be going into the hospital in a few days for what will hopefully be her last heart procedural surgery. The goal is to resolve her A FIB issues. In simple terms, short-circuit the heart to make it operate normally.
You ask how this affects my audition and everything else. Where do I begin? For starters, as some of you are aware that I have not been able to work since last November. I have been declared medically disabled and will receive my first disability benefit June 1st. The only good thing about that is I will have a steady stream of income, albeit substantially less that what I was making. Regardless, it is better that a poke in the eye on Saturday night at the races.
For those of you brave or foolhardy (I’ll let you decide which in the better description) souls that have embraced my desire to be a funnyman by joining my fan club: THANK YOU! And for those of you who are anxiously awaiting my initial published work; fear not, it will arrive in the fall.
Enough of the self-indulgency. Permit me to share my epiphany. When I left the traditional working world, I was at a loss. What would I do with all of my time? More importantly, what could I do? Janet was concerned that I was becoming totally depressed. To make a long story as short as possible, I need to find a life, a new life that would of value to you and me and the other dog named Boo.
Sorting through all of my likes and dislikes, I thought I had come up with some great ideas that would carry me along through the next ride in my life. Checking a few of them out left me empty feeling. Others simply became a bore to even think about. In the end, I thought maybe some day, some how, it would just fall in my lap and everything would be fine! HA! That’s a piece of crap if I ever heard it.
Per chance, a few months ago a gentleman came back into my life. I served as his new-hire mentor for a short time at one of my previous jobs. He is a recovering drug addict and ex-convict…i.e. drugs and traffic violations primarily. I was unaware of this but I thought the guy was still a pretty decent person. Janet always tells me that I’m for the underdog almost to the point of the loser.
He asked me to serve as his mentor once again. Only this time, he was admitting himself back into rehab and was wanting to try and put his life back together again. As one whose only real addiction problems are food, pathetic humor and things not worth blathering about here, I was dumbfounded but yet humbled that this man thought I could help him.
As time has gone on, I have learned a great deal about addiction, recovery and this man’s problems. These are a result of two outstanding scenarios in his life: 1.) Self-induced – no need to expound about that here. The description says it all. Then, there’s number two, the underlying issue: Society had failed this man in several ways. Primarily, as a troubled child who was emotionally and physically abused by his parents, he was placed in ‘special education’ by his suburban school district because he lacked half a credit to finish his seventh grade year. His school district did NOT offer summer school so they made him repeat the entire year the follow school year. When school started, they placed him in a special education class.
He stayed there for the time he was in school as SRS took him out of his home and from there, life spiraled down hill faster than any skier I’ve ever seen on the Olympics. I’m not making excuses for him and neither is he. He is the first to tell you of his drama with drugs and his experience with being ‘behind the wall’ for several years.
As a parent of a truly ‘special needs’ adult child, I became more intrigued with all of this and how I could help. Years ago, another gentleman befriended me and damn near cost Janet and me our marriage. We were planning to separate on a Father’s Day one morning and I woke up that dreaded morning to the sound of me deceased father’s voice. He kept saying over and over ‘trust the Lord your God, Kenny.’ With that, I decided not to leave the home and wife who dearly loved me.
We are still together and stronger than ever. We still have issues from time to time. What couple doesn’t? Anyway…getting back to the rest of this story. I am looking at options to empower people like this man. Having a strong, working knowledge of the laws of the disabled and have many contacts throughout, I have decided that maybe, just maybe, this is where my comedy and writing can the most good. I talked to high-ranking state official who is well respected in the developmentally delayed field. I’ve said that if there is this man, there has to be many, many more. She assured me there are.
I am looking at developing a program where I could become involved with those that have developmental issues and are imprisoned. I am trying to determine what my skill set and talent pool can do to help these people. I am NOT looking through rose-tinted glasses thinking I can save the world. I can though help one person at a time, lead a better life. Maybe that’s why I need to ‘trust the Lord, my God.’ Maybe this is what my Dad was trying to tell me.
I don’t pretend to be the Erin Brockovich of the DD crowd; but I am determined to find good in these people and make use of the gifts God has given me for their benefit. I have been blessed with a multiple of abilities and feel this is where my efforts should go.
Janet thinks I’m a gullible fool. Maybe I am, but I learned from my Grandma Seeber that everyone deserves a chance…and she never counted how many chances that were to include. She has unconditional love to so many people and saw something good in everyone. She was blessed with having hundreds of people call her Grandma. (I’d be a funny looking Grandma; just think of me as my family does, a cranky-ass, arrogant old man.)
As for my comedy and writing, it’s found its home with these people. More about that another time. I just wanted to let everyone know how much I appreciate and value your friendships. I never realized just how much they all met to me until now. Thank you Mary for teaching me that ‘it isn’t just about me’. Thank you Nancy for sharing your story that rings somewhat like I describe here. Thank you Butch for your advice on how to keep my stick on the ice. Thank you Kathy for your constant ear and prayers. And thanks to you most of all to Janet for your love of me. Not forgetting my son Alex, thank you for being my son and helping me regain my patience and support. You’re one helluva’ young man and I wouldn’t trade you for the world.
Good night all!
kennyGene
A Wannabe comic
An update is in order. As several of you may know, I had the opportunity to audition for AGT a few weeks ago. I originally planned to travel to Dallas for a live audition; however Janet, my wife of almost 34 years needs my attention more. The producers offered as an option to send a video; therefore I embraced the opportunity and did so. I was advised that if I was not selected that I would not hear back. As it is, I have been asked back for a second audition.
However, I am NOT, repeat, NOT going through with it. Yes, I want it but I do not need it. I do not feel that this is where I am needed most. Let me try and explain.
She will be going into the hospital in a few days for what will hopefully be her last heart procedural surgery. The goal is to resolve her A FIB issues. In simple terms, short-circuit the heart to make it operate normally.
You ask how this affects my audition and everything else. Where do I begin? For starters, as some of you are aware that I have not been able to work since last November. I have been declared medically disabled and will receive my first disability benefit June 1st. The only good thing about that is I will have a steady stream of income, albeit substantially less that what I was making. Regardless, it is better that a poke in the eye on Saturday night at the races.
For those of you brave or foolhardy (I’ll let you decide which in the better description) souls that have embraced my desire to be a funnyman by joining my fan club: THANK YOU! And for those of you who are anxiously awaiting my initial published work; fear not, it will arrive in the fall.
Enough of the self-indulgency. Permit me to share my epiphany. When I left the traditional working world, I was at a loss. What would I do with all of my time? More importantly, what could I do? Janet was concerned that I was becoming totally depressed. To make a long story as short as possible, I need to find a life, a new life that would of value to you and me and the other dog named Boo.
Sorting through all of my likes and dislikes, I thought I had come up with some great ideas that would carry me along through the next ride in my life. Checking a few of them out left me empty feeling. Others simply became a bore to even think about. In the end, I thought maybe some day, some how, it would just fall in my lap and everything would be fine! HA! That’s a piece of crap if I ever heard it.
Per chance, a few months ago a gentleman came back into my life. I served as his new-hire mentor for a short time at one of my previous jobs. He is a recovering drug addict and ex-convict…i.e. drugs and traffic violations primarily. I was unaware of this but I thought the guy was still a pretty decent person. Janet always tells me that I’m for the underdog almost to the point of the loser.
He asked me to serve as his mentor once again. Only this time, he was admitting himself back into rehab and was wanting to try and put his life back together again. As one whose only real addiction problems are food, pathetic humor and things not worth blathering about here, I was dumbfounded but yet humbled that this man thought I could help him.
As time has gone on, I have learned a great deal about addiction, recovery and this man’s problems. These are a result of two outstanding scenarios in his life: 1.) Self-induced – no need to expound about that here. The description says it all. Then, there’s number two, the underlying issue: Society had failed this man in several ways. Primarily, as a troubled child who was emotionally and physically abused by his parents, he was placed in ‘special education’ by his suburban school district because he lacked half a credit to finish his seventh grade year. His school district did NOT offer summer school so they made him repeat the entire year the follow school year. When school started, they placed him in a special education class.
He stayed there for the time he was in school as SRS took him out of his home and from there, life spiraled down hill faster than any skier I’ve ever seen on the Olympics. I’m not making excuses for him and neither is he. He is the first to tell you of his drama with drugs and his experience with being ‘behind the wall’ for several years.
As a parent of a truly ‘special needs’ adult child, I became more intrigued with all of this and how I could help. Years ago, another gentleman befriended me and damn near cost Janet and me our marriage. We were planning to separate on a Father’s Day one morning and I woke up that dreaded morning to the sound of me deceased father’s voice. He kept saying over and over ‘trust the Lord your God, Kenny.’ With that, I decided not to leave the home and wife who dearly loved me.
We are still together and stronger than ever. We still have issues from time to time. What couple doesn’t? Anyway…getting back to the rest of this story. I am looking at options to empower people like this man. Having a strong, working knowledge of the laws of the disabled and have many contacts throughout, I have decided that maybe, just maybe, this is where my comedy and writing can the most good. I talked to high-ranking state official who is well respected in the developmentally delayed field. I’ve said that if there is this man, there has to be many, many more. She assured me there are.
I am looking at developing a program where I could become involved with those that have developmental issues and are imprisoned. I am trying to determine what my skill set and talent pool can do to help these people. I am NOT looking through rose-tinted glasses thinking I can save the world. I can though help one person at a time, lead a better life. Maybe that’s why I need to ‘trust the Lord, my God.’ Maybe this is what my Dad was trying to tell me.
I don’t pretend to be the Erin Brockovich of the DD crowd; but I am determined to find good in these people and make use of the gifts God has given me for their benefit. I have been blessed with a multiple of abilities and feel this is where my efforts should go.
Janet thinks I’m a gullible fool. Maybe I am, but I learned from my Grandma Seeber that everyone deserves a chance…and she never counted how many chances that were to include. She has unconditional love to so many people and saw something good in everyone. She was blessed with having hundreds of people call her Grandma. (I’d be a funny looking Grandma; just think of me as my family does, a cranky-ass, arrogant old man.)
As for my comedy and writing, it’s found its home with these people. More about that another time. I just wanted to let everyone know how much I appreciate and value your friendships. I never realized just how much they all met to me until now. Thank you Mary for teaching me that ‘it isn’t just about me’. Thank you Nancy for sharing your story that rings somewhat like I describe here. Thank you Butch for your advice on how to keep my stick on the ice. Thank you Kathy for your constant ear and prayers. And thanks to you most of all to Janet for your love of me. Not forgetting my son Alex, thank you for being my son and helping me regain my patience and support. You’re one helluva’ young man and I wouldn’t trade you for the world.
Good night all!
kennyGene
A Wannabe comic
Thursday, April 8, 2010
...a MAJOR announcement, sort of...
“Top o’ the day to you, amigo.”
No, I’m not an Irish-Mexican but I am a Euro-American. That simply means that my ancestors came from Europe and North America. My Dad’s family is of the stock that comes from Wales and my Mom’s are the original Americans…the Creek Indians.
I am announcing a new and improved purpose for this blog. It will continue to be an open forum for everyone. What is will also be is a new beginning for me. I have recently been termed ‘medically disabled’ and unable to work. However, there is much that I can offer and this is a small part of what’s next in my life.
After much soul-searching, I have decided to continue to pursue my writing and comedy career, albeit a little off the beaten path. Yes, I am still writing my book(s). The release of my first has been delayed a bit. My lovely of 34 years has undergone major heart surgery in the past few months and we’re trying to put her back together again. Yes, I am going to audition for the local improv later this year.
For now though, I have this blog to work on and keep our household in order. Tall order for me; I’m not terribly domestic. My ‘white glove’ is a grayer shade of pale. Some folks call it the ‘lived-in’ look. Me, its just life. It is nothing more and nothing less.
I’m exploring the option of creating my own Internet TV show. This blog will serve that purpose…for now. Plans are to include segments on new faces in America. That’s for those who have talent and haven’t been noticed yet. Interviews and a display of their talent will be the order of the day.
Additional features will include a piece on ‘Remember’; a celebration of someone that is in my life and from my past that has inspired me. They could have potty-trained me or could have taught me the lost sport of snipe hunting. Regardless, it is my way of honoring them for being the individuals they are.
There are a few surprises coming as well. Can’t talk about them here; otherwise, now really, would they be a surprise? Of course not. So, keep reading and join in as a follower. As the banner of my blog states, this is a ‘collection of individuals, celebrating their lives and their gifts, for the good of everyone’. kG
No, I’m not an Irish-Mexican but I am a Euro-American. That simply means that my ancestors came from Europe and North America. My Dad’s family is of the stock that comes from Wales and my Mom’s are the original Americans…the Creek Indians.
I am announcing a new and improved purpose for this blog. It will continue to be an open forum for everyone. What is will also be is a new beginning for me. I have recently been termed ‘medically disabled’ and unable to work. However, there is much that I can offer and this is a small part of what’s next in my life.
After much soul-searching, I have decided to continue to pursue my writing and comedy career, albeit a little off the beaten path. Yes, I am still writing my book(s). The release of my first has been delayed a bit. My lovely of 34 years has undergone major heart surgery in the past few months and we’re trying to put her back together again. Yes, I am going to audition for the local improv later this year.
For now though, I have this blog to work on and keep our household in order. Tall order for me; I’m not terribly domestic. My ‘white glove’ is a grayer shade of pale. Some folks call it the ‘lived-in’ look. Me, its just life. It is nothing more and nothing less.
I’m exploring the option of creating my own Internet TV show. This blog will serve that purpose…for now. Plans are to include segments on new faces in America. That’s for those who have talent and haven’t been noticed yet. Interviews and a display of their talent will be the order of the day.
Additional features will include a piece on ‘Remember’; a celebration of someone that is in my life and from my past that has inspired me. They could have potty-trained me or could have taught me the lost sport of snipe hunting. Regardless, it is my way of honoring them for being the individuals they are.
There are a few surprises coming as well. Can’t talk about them here; otherwise, now really, would they be a surprise? Of course not. So, keep reading and join in as a follower. As the banner of my blog states, this is a ‘collection of individuals, celebrating their lives and their gifts, for the good of everyone’. kG
Friday, March 26, 2010
I'M BACK...surprise
Been away for several weeks as have had some pressing medical issues. My better half has been hospitalized twice for heart surgery. She appears to be doing much, much better. We go back to the docs' on the 9th of April and are hopeful of good news. Once that is completed, I will return and pick up where we left off. In the meantime, keep everything where it belongs and think about what's going to impact you the rest of your life...and it isn't necessarily the fight over healthcare. kG
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
WHAT I AM REALLY LOOKING FOR...
Hey everybody...that includes, men, women and inantimate objects. There's no place to list myself as a TRISEXUAL; and by definition, a trisexual likes all of the above.
What I hope to find here is an outlet to build a network of international wannabes much like myself. I am putting together a book/comedy tour for later this year and would like to traverse across the universe as a wannabe writer/humorist...one that gives back to the community.
Yes, for these appearances there is a fee. It might surprise you just how affordable it will be. The vast proceeds go back to the community for worthy causes, i.e. emergency funding for family members that have a shortfall in a given month; help pay for supplies for PRIDE parades; support educational programs for young teens; the list goes on.
Interested in knowing more on how we can help each other and the world? Then, you know what to do, just drop me a line. We can talk more than. Until then, just keep 'er between the ditches.
What I hope to find here is an outlet to build a network of international wannabes much like myself. I am putting together a book/comedy tour for later this year and would like to traverse across the universe as a wannabe writer/humorist...one that gives back to the community.
Yes, for these appearances there is a fee. It might surprise you just how affordable it will be. The vast proceeds go back to the community for worthy causes, i.e. emergency funding for family members that have a shortfall in a given month; help pay for supplies for PRIDE parades; support educational programs for young teens; the list goes on.
Interested in knowing more on how we can help each other and the world? Then, you know what to do, just drop me a line. We can talk more than. Until then, just keep 'er between the ditches.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Fund-raising, comedy & book tour
As I've stated before, I am returning to my passions of writing and comedy. As such, I do it for a number of reasons.
Probably the most obvious is self-satisfaction of knowing that I can. Secondly, it is to give back. I'd like to plan a comedy/book tour that will, yes, promote and sustain my life. BUT, at the same time, provide a means of returning back to the community at large.
I'd like to set up some venues for performing and promoting my book. The comedy is very red, white and blue. RED for those of us that embarass, WHITE for the church-going crowd and BLUE for the rest of us that recognize its all too true.
My goal is simple: enjoy living my life and while doing so, returning dollars back to worthy causes. I'm very affordable and willing to discuss just how affordable that can be. I don't have a celebrity big-head attitude because, quite frankly, I'm not big-headed. I'm just me.
Most folks find my humor a little extreme at times and others LTFAO. And then, there are others who become hypocritical and say 'I didn't know you could be so cruel' or claim its 'hideous and reflects poorly on me'. To those folks, I respect your right to feel that way, however, I totally disagree.
Want to know more, drop me a line. I'd love to discuss the opportunities that could be a big WIN for all of us. Until then, I remain,
kennyGene: a Wannabe Comic
Probably the most obvious is self-satisfaction of knowing that I can. Secondly, it is to give back. I'd like to plan a comedy/book tour that will, yes, promote and sustain my life. BUT, at the same time, provide a means of returning back to the community at large.
I'd like to set up some venues for performing and promoting my book. The comedy is very red, white and blue. RED for those of us that embarass, WHITE for the church-going crowd and BLUE for the rest of us that recognize its all too true.
My goal is simple: enjoy living my life and while doing so, returning dollars back to worthy causes. I'm very affordable and willing to discuss just how affordable that can be. I don't have a celebrity big-head attitude because, quite frankly, I'm not big-headed. I'm just me.
Most folks find my humor a little extreme at times and others LTFAO. And then, there are others who become hypocritical and say 'I didn't know you could be so cruel' or claim its 'hideous and reflects poorly on me'. To those folks, I respect your right to feel that way, however, I totally disagree.
Want to know more, drop me a line. I'd love to discuss the opportunities that could be a big WIN for all of us. Until then, I remain,
kennyGene: a Wannabe Comic
Monday, January 18, 2010
My many, many blessings...
I'm not sure how to even begin this, but I am thankful for so many things. My life has been extraordinarly interesting to this point. No, I haven't penned the novel of the century. No, I haven't been to the moon yet. No, I am not President of anything...yet to all of these and more...
But because of you, my faithful, I am pursuing a childhood dream...being a wannabe. My first literary attempt is on course and is due out in the late Spring. I couldn't have ever begin to accomplish that without all of you. I want to tell everyone how much I appreciate my spouse of almost 34 years for putting up with me. Not only for writing the book, but all the lame and stupid things I have done along the way. And for the many more that I am sure will follow.
ILYTTMABTMABATTSAB!!!
I also want to publicly thank my illustrator, Chris. He has seen my vision and captures it in his drawings. Stay tuned everyone, you will be hearing more about him over the next few months.
Next, there's Stot' Juru, a gifted young musician who provides me with not only beautiful music but with the inspiration to overcome all odds. He will be auditioning on AGT in late February. I sure hope he makes the cut because he definitely has TALENT! No wannabe in him, no way.
My audition, as you know, is scheduled for the end of this month. Again, to all of you, thank you for your support. I will do my best to deliver on your faith. With that in mind, I'd also like to introduce all of you to Justin, my producer and director. You will learn more about him as the days continue. Another very gifted young man.
I just wanted everyone to know how much I appreciate them as being a part of my life and I wanted each of you to know the geniuses behind this wannabe...AJ, my spouse; Chris the starving artist; Stot' the soon-to-be music sensation and Justin, the man behind the camera.
kG
But because of you, my faithful, I am pursuing a childhood dream...being a wannabe. My first literary attempt is on course and is due out in the late Spring. I couldn't have ever begin to accomplish that without all of you. I want to tell everyone how much I appreciate my spouse of almost 34 years for putting up with me. Not only for writing the book, but all the lame and stupid things I have done along the way. And for the many more that I am sure will follow.
ILYTTMABTMABATTSAB!!!
I also want to publicly thank my illustrator, Chris. He has seen my vision and captures it in his drawings. Stay tuned everyone, you will be hearing more about him over the next few months.
Next, there's Stot' Juru, a gifted young musician who provides me with not only beautiful music but with the inspiration to overcome all odds. He will be auditioning on AGT in late February. I sure hope he makes the cut because he definitely has TALENT! No wannabe in him, no way.
My audition, as you know, is scheduled for the end of this month. Again, to all of you, thank you for your support. I will do my best to deliver on your faith. With that in mind, I'd also like to introduce all of you to Justin, my producer and director. You will learn more about him as the days continue. Another very gifted young man.
I just wanted everyone to know how much I appreciate them as being a part of my life and I wanted each of you to know the geniuses behind this wannabe...AJ, my spouse; Chris the starving artist; Stot' the soon-to-be music sensation and Justin, the man behind the camera.
kG
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Countdown, time is drawing near for the...
...near event of the century. Remember, I mentioned my dream in life was to be a funnyman on TV or the President of the United States? Well...
My audition for America's Got Talent is close at hand. I met with my producer today and have things squared away there. I have the musical clip in place thanks to Stot' Juru...awesome piece my man, awesome. I have been carefully reviewing the part of the monologue I'll be using.
I don't want to blow them out of the water with the absolute best at the front end. Tough act to follow, I figure. I'm game to learn as I go. I also don't want to underwhelm them. Adam Lambert on Idol did the right thing, mean business from the get go. Stay social and personal, stay humble and appreciative and show your stuff. He's half as old as I am and far better looking but I can learn from the best of them.
AJ still thinks I'm nuts. Like I told her, you play your $1 lotto tickets and I'll take my chances here. I have said all along that if these people think some of these folks are funny, then I must be downright hysterical...granted that's only my opinion...but alot folks believe I have at least half a chance.
Have blocked out several segments already...if I am fortunate to move ahead. As I mentioned to my producer, he, my music man and I are in this together and as such, if selected, we will all be going down this road together. Even if I don't make it beyond the auditions, I am continuing with my comedy and writing. Too much has come out and there is far too much left inside this wannabe comic's body.
Mentioning body, I am on a new physical regiment. Am losing weight pretty steady now. Have started pumping my legs three times a day and trying to do some additonal PT stretches twice a day. More to come. I have had to file for the damn permanent disability and I am going to prove everyone wrong. My new best friend Mr. Cane in the Ass will not become a permanent fixture in my life.
Need to go, time for pumping. Will be back soon, take care and remember, 'stay sane'...lol folks...as I know I am NOT the picture of sanity for most of us. kG
My audition for America's Got Talent is close at hand. I met with my producer today and have things squared away there. I have the musical clip in place thanks to Stot' Juru...awesome piece my man, awesome. I have been carefully reviewing the part of the monologue I'll be using.
I don't want to blow them out of the water with the absolute best at the front end. Tough act to follow, I figure. I'm game to learn as I go. I also don't want to underwhelm them. Adam Lambert on Idol did the right thing, mean business from the get go. Stay social and personal, stay humble and appreciative and show your stuff. He's half as old as I am and far better looking but I can learn from the best of them.
AJ still thinks I'm nuts. Like I told her, you play your $1 lotto tickets and I'll take my chances here. I have said all along that if these people think some of these folks are funny, then I must be downright hysterical...granted that's only my opinion...but alot folks believe I have at least half a chance.
Have blocked out several segments already...if I am fortunate to move ahead. As I mentioned to my producer, he, my music man and I are in this together and as such, if selected, we will all be going down this road together. Even if I don't make it beyond the auditions, I am continuing with my comedy and writing. Too much has come out and there is far too much left inside this wannabe comic's body.
Mentioning body, I am on a new physical regiment. Am losing weight pretty steady now. Have started pumping my legs three times a day and trying to do some additonal PT stretches twice a day. More to come. I have had to file for the damn permanent disability and I am going to prove everyone wrong. My new best friend Mr. Cane in the Ass will not become a permanent fixture in my life.
Need to go, time for pumping. Will be back soon, take care and remember, 'stay sane'...lol folks...as I know I am NOT the picture of sanity for most of us. kG
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
FACEBOOK, here comes the blog...
Good evening everyone!
No, not Alfred Hitchcock here, just me, kennyGene. You are seeing the beginnings of my blog. I started this past November just to see what all the fuss was about. Let's just say one word...P - L - E - N - T -Y...!
Let me share with you what I consider the parameters of this blog, or for that matter, any blog: 1.) No subject is forbidden here. We have enough censure in this country as it is. While I do not condone hatred and prejudice, I do respect the rights to think and say what you will. I've said it in earlier posts on FB, "it's your right to say and think these things, but it is NOT your right to make anyone believe them". So, say what you want and watch the fireworks begin.
2.) Responsibility - here is where the catch is for that 'freedom of speech'...at least, as far as I am concerned. You can criticize as much as you want about the status quo. In turn, all I ask is that you offer your way as a better, viable option. Otherwise, to bitch to bitch is meaningless. Get the point - speak your mind, defend it and give us a choice. Like our speech, certain parties feel 'their way is the only way'. Nada!!!
3.) Respect - Many people in our world today get bent out of shape over the silliest of things. I do NOT, repeat, do NOT advocate the demeaning of ANYONE! However, throught the ages, in the arts and literatures, caricatures emerge and become stereotype. In my humor, I use this to make a point. I have only two biases that I openly tell everyone: I have absolutely no use of prejudice of ANY kind. Sex, race, class, orientation, disability...run the gamit. I accept everyone on the face value that they are a decnt, caring human being. Only until their actions prove otherwise will I change by opinion. My other fatal flaw is I haven't a place for slackers in the world. Yes, it is our right to breathe the air but it not our right to refuse to give it back in return. Greed on the corporate level is bad enough, but to think my peer would fleece the social programs because it's an easy way out. DON'T GO THERE. I adamantly believe that we all can do great things, we simply have to do them. If that means pushing a broom while reading the want ads for a better position, so be it.
4.) Freedom - Freedom isn't free. No more needs to be said. Patriotism like deomcracy takes on many forms. Just because you are opposed to the administration doesn't make you less of patriot then I am. I can remember when we protested a major roofing manufacturer in high school. The teacher took us kids that were in the environmental club and picketed their corporate headquarters on the main drag of town. It made all the local TV stations and the daily papers in the area. While the corporation didn't agree with us, they DID allow us our right to express our view. And we all lived to tell about it and still live in this country.
I've rattled on far longer than I inteneded. The point of all this and my humor is the same. Be mindful of who you are and what you read and hear. Don't be quick to judge until you know the WHOLE story. If you turn a little squeamish of things that challenge you, don't ridicule them and debunk them for treason or not being wholesome. Just look at it as another point of view. It's like the press, the TV or the internet. No one makes you read the paper. No one makes you turn on that dial and no one makes you sit at your desk and read this.
For now, I'm outta' here, living the dream, the American dream. And so should you! kG
No, not Alfred Hitchcock here, just me, kennyGene. You are seeing the beginnings of my blog. I started this past November just to see what all the fuss was about. Let's just say one word...P - L - E - N - T -Y...!
Let me share with you what I consider the parameters of this blog, or for that matter, any blog: 1.) No subject is forbidden here. We have enough censure in this country as it is. While I do not condone hatred and prejudice, I do respect the rights to think and say what you will. I've said it in earlier posts on FB, "it's your right to say and think these things, but it is NOT your right to make anyone believe them". So, say what you want and watch the fireworks begin.
2.) Responsibility - here is where the catch is for that 'freedom of speech'...at least, as far as I am concerned. You can criticize as much as you want about the status quo. In turn, all I ask is that you offer your way as a better, viable option. Otherwise, to bitch to bitch is meaningless. Get the point - speak your mind, defend it and give us a choice. Like our speech, certain parties feel 'their way is the only way'. Nada!!!
3.) Respect - Many people in our world today get bent out of shape over the silliest of things. I do NOT, repeat, do NOT advocate the demeaning of ANYONE! However, throught the ages, in the arts and literatures, caricatures emerge and become stereotype. In my humor, I use this to make a point. I have only two biases that I openly tell everyone: I have absolutely no use of prejudice of ANY kind. Sex, race, class, orientation, disability...run the gamit. I accept everyone on the face value that they are a decnt, caring human being. Only until their actions prove otherwise will I change by opinion. My other fatal flaw is I haven't a place for slackers in the world. Yes, it is our right to breathe the air but it not our right to refuse to give it back in return. Greed on the corporate level is bad enough, but to think my peer would fleece the social programs because it's an easy way out. DON'T GO THERE. I adamantly believe that we all can do great things, we simply have to do them. If that means pushing a broom while reading the want ads for a better position, so be it.
4.) Freedom - Freedom isn't free. No more needs to be said. Patriotism like deomcracy takes on many forms. Just because you are opposed to the administration doesn't make you less of patriot then I am. I can remember when we protested a major roofing manufacturer in high school. The teacher took us kids that were in the environmental club and picketed their corporate headquarters on the main drag of town. It made all the local TV stations and the daily papers in the area. While the corporation didn't agree with us, they DID allow us our right to express our view. And we all lived to tell about it and still live in this country.
I've rattled on far longer than I inteneded. The point of all this and my humor is the same. Be mindful of who you are and what you read and hear. Don't be quick to judge until you know the WHOLE story. If you turn a little squeamish of things that challenge you, don't ridicule them and debunk them for treason or not being wholesome. Just look at it as another point of view. It's like the press, the TV or the internet. No one makes you read the paper. No one makes you turn on that dial and no one makes you sit at your desk and read this.
For now, I'm outta' here, living the dream, the American dream. And so should you! kG
FRIENDS & FAMILIES ARE LIKE FAME, THEY CAN BE FLEETING...
Before I launch this blog onto Facebook and let everyone read with sheer horror the trial and tribulations that we all have in common; I want to make one thing completely clear: I AM NOT OUT TO OFFEND ANYONE INTENTIONALLY! That being said, I also want to apologize to one of my most ardent supporters. I will not mention their name or handle here, but they know who they are and why I am saying this.
I have a pet expression that I use rather flippantly. It is not meant to imply anything of a personal nature, but some 'friends' and some 'family' have taken it out of context. As I say my good-byes to folks, I say 'Stay sane!' The reason and ONLY reason I say this is beacuse we live in a maddening world and its my way of saying I care about you, yours and your life to come.
So, if I misspeak on some occasion like this, know it is not meant to be a personal attack on you the person. It is merely one way that I show my concern for you. If you are offended, then obviously, like fame; our friendships and our family ties were fleeting at best. I wish you well in your life and hope to see or hear from you again. If not, we both lose.
Going forward, I have said enough. I will discuss more things later about this blog and its purpose. BTW, Kansas is experiencing a bit of a thaw. I see the blue sky, I feel the warmth of the Sun and the snow is melting. kG
I have a pet expression that I use rather flippantly. It is not meant to imply anything of a personal nature, but some 'friends' and some 'family' have taken it out of context. As I say my good-byes to folks, I say 'Stay sane!' The reason and ONLY reason I say this is beacuse we live in a maddening world and its my way of saying I care about you, yours and your life to come.
So, if I misspeak on some occasion like this, know it is not meant to be a personal attack on you the person. It is merely one way that I show my concern for you. If you are offended, then obviously, like fame; our friendships and our family ties were fleeting at best. I wish you well in your life and hope to see or hear from you again. If not, we both lose.
Going forward, I have said enough. I will discuss more things later about this blog and its purpose. BTW, Kansas is experiencing a bit of a thaw. I see the blue sky, I feel the warmth of the Sun and the snow is melting. kG
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
the REALITY of REALITY...
Finally, it has began to warm here in the sunless Sunflower state. There was a little blue sky yesterday and not quite as frickin' cold. Today's promise is a high of 29 degrees with hopes for a weekend in the upper 30's and maybe even the 40's. That's REALITY, Kansas style...lol
Reality, like poverty, is a relative term. Each of these word choices have multiple meanings. Take poverty for example, what may be poor in say Johnson County Kansas may be middle class in Clay County Missouri. I survive on a mid-five range income in the ghetto of the county of Johnson where I could be living the high life in Roosterville over in Missouri.
I'm not here today to discuss that bulllssshhhiiittt! It's all the hype surrounding Simon leaving Idol. Granted, I think the man is dead-on in most circumstances. But, then again, who am I to judge...he's making the millions. It'll still be one of the few TV shows I enjoy watching.
Mentioning TV reality shows, my ninety seconds of fame are coming up. I'm scheduled to audition for America's Got Talent at the end of January. I have had my reality check-up. I have no expectations of winning, but, what the hell. Why shouldn't I audition? My thinking here is simple: if those folks think they have talent, then I KNOW I have talent. The world just doesn't know yet.
As a child, my dream was to either be a funnyman on the TV or President of the United States, whichever was funnier. Obviously, I an not the President and my chance to be on TV is rapidly approaching. The reality of it all is that I am doing it to fulfill my 'dream'. I don't have a voice like Susan Boyle. I don't have any magic up my sleeve and I can't make dummies talk. Hell, I'm probably the dummy.
Anyway, wish me luck. When I know more and can share, I will. Until then, thanks to everyone who supports me in my self-indulgence. Your friendship is priceless. kG
Reality, like poverty, is a relative term. Each of these word choices have multiple meanings. Take poverty for example, what may be poor in say Johnson County Kansas may be middle class in Clay County Missouri. I survive on a mid-five range income in the ghetto of the county of Johnson where I could be living the high life in Roosterville over in Missouri.
I'm not here today to discuss that bulllssshhhiiittt! It's all the hype surrounding Simon leaving Idol. Granted, I think the man is dead-on in most circumstances. But, then again, who am I to judge...he's making the millions. It'll still be one of the few TV shows I enjoy watching.
Mentioning TV reality shows, my ninety seconds of fame are coming up. I'm scheduled to audition for America's Got Talent at the end of January. I have had my reality check-up. I have no expectations of winning, but, what the hell. Why shouldn't I audition? My thinking here is simple: if those folks think they have talent, then I KNOW I have talent. The world just doesn't know yet.
As a child, my dream was to either be a funnyman on the TV or President of the United States, whichever was funnier. Obviously, I an not the President and my chance to be on TV is rapidly approaching. The reality of it all is that I am doing it to fulfill my 'dream'. I don't have a voice like Susan Boyle. I don't have any magic up my sleeve and I can't make dummies talk. Hell, I'm probably the dummy.
Anyway, wish me luck. When I know more and can share, I will. Until then, thanks to everyone who supports me in my self-indulgence. Your friendship is priceless. kG
Monday, January 11, 2010
Mentioning CHANGE...
I make no apologies, I am a capitalist. But, I choose to label myself as a 'responsible capitalist'. By that I mean we share the wealth for the good of all. I'm not saying give away carelessly or making people unaccountable for entitlements; but, just the same, help everyone get down the road.
Going forward with that thought in mind, I am going to try this Google ad program. If I earn anything from it, it will simply subsidize this blog, my future web site, my comedy and my writing. That way, my expenses will be minimal and the rewards I earn from the other work that I am involved with, will be available for the good.
So, I do apologize if you see ads here. Give me some feedback on them, folks. Once I get the web site up, you'll see something totally different there. Without saying too much, just let it be known that everyone will benefit from it. Until then, stay warm here in the Arctic and I'll be in touch. kG
Going forward with that thought in mind, I am going to try this Google ad program. If I earn anything from it, it will simply subsidize this blog, my future web site, my comedy and my writing. That way, my expenses will be minimal and the rewards I earn from the other work that I am involved with, will be available for the good.
So, I do apologize if you see ads here. Give me some feedback on them, folks. Once I get the web site up, you'll see something totally different there. Without saying too much, just let it be known that everyone will benefit from it. Until then, stay warm here in the Arctic and I'll be in touch. kG
Saturday, January 2, 2010
CHANGE IS IN THE AIR!
Greetings and welcome to 2010!
I won't debate the proper pronouncing of the year. Let's just agree its ten years later and the future has become now. As with anything that is constant, change is everywhere.
Over the next few days I will be changing up the format of my blog. Suffice it to say, its based on you the reader, me the writer and everyone else in between. So, stay tuned and I'll be right back...
kennyGene
A wannabe Comic
I won't debate the proper pronouncing of the year. Let's just agree its ten years later and the future has become now. As with anything that is constant, change is everywhere.
Over the next few days I will be changing up the format of my blog. Suffice it to say, its based on you the reader, me the writer and everyone else in between. So, stay tuned and I'll be right back...
kennyGene
A wannabe Comic
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