Lots of people actually question if it is possible for a person to change. Not just their every day life style, but the way they think, feel and live their lives.
For instance, a man or a woman can change in a relationship if they do something wrong like cheating. There are, however, some people out there who actually don’t believe this. Some people believe that it takes therapy and work to get the trust back in a relationship. Some believe it could never be the same no matter what you do.
There are people out there who believe that people who get sentenced to prison can go through therapy and change. Some actually do change and others just say they do to get out. There are also people who commit smaller crimes that get lighter punishments. They believe that they can change.
Change can be good if the person who needs to change wants to change. But, that isn’t always the case. We as individual people are charged with attempting to decide when these people do the things they do and commit the crimes they do if they have the ability to make the necessary changes. This is the most difficult thing in this country to do.
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Monday, October 15, 2007
Single Mother.....Doing Things Alone.
They run screaming like sirens through the small house. She pleads at
them. “Please Stop!” They get louder, pretending she’s not even there.
Her pounding head falls into her trembling hands. The tears begin to
pour out.
They hit and push, pinch and bite. She uses all her energy to break
them up. They just fight right through her. She can’t control them.
Why does she have to do this alone?
They pick up their toys and make their beds. Deep down she knows
they sometimes listen. They play quietly, sharing their cars and trains.
She can see they love each other. Is it possible that she can do it alone?
They hug and kiss her goodnight. She tucks them in bed and she smiles.
They say, “Love you mommy.” She backs out of the room, her head in
her hands. The tears begin to pour out.
them. “Please Stop!” They get louder, pretending she’s not even there.
Her pounding head falls into her trembling hands. The tears begin to
pour out.
They hit and push, pinch and bite. She uses all her energy to break
them up. They just fight right through her. She can’t control them.
Why does she have to do this alone?
They pick up their toys and make their beds. Deep down she knows
they sometimes listen. They play quietly, sharing their cars and trains.
She can see they love each other. Is it possible that she can do it alone?
They hug and kiss her goodnight. She tucks them in bed and she smiles.
They say, “Love you mommy.” She backs out of the room, her head in
her hands. The tears begin to pour out.
Saturday, October 6, 2007
Parents vs. Children
Parents are special people; especially to their children. They play a vital role in the lives of their children.
Children have always thought that once they reach the age of 18 they are finally on their own and their parents will leave all the decision making to them. This is not true.
Parents will try to continue making the decisions until the child puts their foot down. Sometimes even when the child attempts to put a stop to it their parents still don’t listen.
Children are left with how to deal with this situation without hurting their parents. Everyone knows that most of the time the parents are just worried and want what is best for their child no matter what their age is. However, this tends to put a damper on the child’s life.
This situation can cause different problems. It can cause problems in the child’s relationships or marriages. It can cause big issues between parent and child in regards to they way the child lives. These problems can develop into problems between the parent and child to where they stop speaking and they both miss out on things they shouldn’t be missing out on.
There is no easy way to deal with these issues. Families need to really think about what their views are compared to others. Not every one, including parents and children, are going to believe and think the same way.
Attempting to see things from the others point of view might help. Also, parents need to give their children the opportunities to make their own decisions even if they are the wrong ones. The best way a child can learn is from their own mistakes.
Children have always thought that once they reach the age of 18 they are finally on their own and their parents will leave all the decision making to them. This is not true.
Parents will try to continue making the decisions until the child puts their foot down. Sometimes even when the child attempts to put a stop to it their parents still don’t listen.
Children are left with how to deal with this situation without hurting their parents. Everyone knows that most of the time the parents are just worried and want what is best for their child no matter what their age is. However, this tends to put a damper on the child’s life.
This situation can cause different problems. It can cause problems in the child’s relationships or marriages. It can cause big issues between parent and child in regards to they way the child lives. These problems can develop into problems between the parent and child to where they stop speaking and they both miss out on things they shouldn’t be missing out on.
There is no easy way to deal with these issues. Families need to really think about what their views are compared to others. Not every one, including parents and children, are going to believe and think the same way.
Attempting to see things from the others point of view might help. Also, parents need to give their children the opportunities to make their own decisions even if they are the wrong ones. The best way a child can learn is from their own mistakes.
Saturday, September 29, 2007
The Surgery
A cat is given to them for care. The owner waves saying a silent prayer.
A meow of fear is heard from the cage. She has no clue why she’s here. She looks at her surroundings in a daze.
The surgery is set up and blood work is done. She falls asleep; the prepping has begun. The doctor suits up with gloves, mask, and gown and the assistants watch her breathe while the surgical blade is found.
The first cut is made and the surgery has begun. The doctor performs with ease until the last stitch is done.
Pain medication is given as she wakes up. Soft food and cool water is put in her cup. She waits comfortably and warm for her owner to come and take her home.
A meow of fear is heard from the cage. She has no clue why she’s here. She looks at her surroundings in a daze.
The surgery is set up and blood work is done. She falls asleep; the prepping has begun. The doctor suits up with gloves, mask, and gown and the assistants watch her breathe while the surgical blade is found.
The first cut is made and the surgery has begun. The doctor performs with ease until the last stitch is done.
Pain medication is given as she wakes up. Soft food and cool water is put in her cup. She waits comfortably and warm for her owner to come and take her home.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Frustration
He screams as he jumps from the car. Refusing to do anything that she tells him, he runs for the back yard.
He is devastated because he wasn't the one to get the newspaper at the end of the drive way.
She forces him into the house. He refuses to take off his shoes and jacket. He starts to cry.
She is ready to go off but holds her breath and walks away. He slowly takes off his shoes and sits on the couch to watch tv.
She comes out of the kitchen and to give him his pill. He has been on these pills for over a year. They help most of the time, but he still has problems.
She continues to tell herself that he has a problem and it won't go ahead. She tries to convince herself that he isn't evil.
She puts him to bed later that evening and looks at him softly. Love always beats out frustration.
He is devastated because he wasn't the one to get the newspaper at the end of the drive way.
She forces him into the house. He refuses to take off his shoes and jacket. He starts to cry.
She is ready to go off but holds her breath and walks away. He slowly takes off his shoes and sits on the couch to watch tv.
She comes out of the kitchen and to give him his pill. He has been on these pills for over a year. They help most of the time, but he still has problems.
She continues to tell herself that he has a problem and it won't go ahead. She tries to convince herself that he isn't evil.
She puts him to bed later that evening and looks at him softly. Love always beats out frustration.
Thursday, September 13, 2007
A Gift
Crouching down as low as she could hiding in the thickness of the weeds. She sniffs in the air trying to find the smell she is looking for.
She doesn’t move.
Her ears twitch indicating that she hears all the sounds around her. She stops trying to concentrate on one particular sound.
She still doesn’t move.
She is waiting for the perfect moment. Suddenly she pounces.
It is fighting and wiggling in her mouth. It screams are piercing. She refuses to let it go. Hanging on as tight as she can because she fears it will get away.
Finally, it goes limp in her mouth.
Carefully she carries it to the doorstep. Dropping it in front of the door; she sits proudly awaiting her praise.
She doesn’t move.
Her ears twitch indicating that she hears all the sounds around her. She stops trying to concentrate on one particular sound.
She still doesn’t move.
She is waiting for the perfect moment. Suddenly she pounces.
It is fighting and wiggling in her mouth. It screams are piercing. She refuses to let it go. Hanging on as tight as she can because she fears it will get away.
Finally, it goes limp in her mouth.
Carefully she carries it to the doorstep. Dropping it in front of the door; she sits proudly awaiting her praise.
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
A Headache
The severe pounding brings tears to the eyes. It almost feels as if a knife is constantly being driving at several different points.
Every single noise drives the pain up a notch. Noises ranging from the telephone ringing to children’s voices to the neighbors dog barking. Will they ever stop?
Visions become blurry. The eyes squint to try and make everything clear. Finally giving up, the eyes go closed. Dizziness has set in.
Pills, pills, and more pills, but none of them seem to touch the pain. Relief is no where in site.
Stress from work, school, and normal every day life. There is just too much stress in this world. It is a wonder everyone doesn’t always have one.
Finally, sleep sets in and in the morning the pain will be gone. Hopefully, tomorrow will bring a more peaceful day and the stress not near as rough as today.
Every single noise drives the pain up a notch. Noises ranging from the telephone ringing to children’s voices to the neighbors dog barking. Will they ever stop?
Visions become blurry. The eyes squint to try and make everything clear. Finally giving up, the eyes go closed. Dizziness has set in.
Pills, pills, and more pills, but none of them seem to touch the pain. Relief is no where in site.
Stress from work, school, and normal every day life. There is just too much stress in this world. It is a wonder everyone doesn’t always have one.
Finally, sleep sets in and in the morning the pain will be gone. Hopefully, tomorrow will bring a more peaceful day and the stress not near as rough as today.
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