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Reprise

6/18/2015

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After watching so much of the news today and being so heart-sick, I was trying to think of what I could write that would be substantive enough, but only not seem like it's just reacting to another mass gun death.

And then I realized that not only had I already done so, but had done so the very morning of the shooting.

For those who missed it or want to read it again, you can just scroll down a couple of articles, or click here.  I can't begin to explain how glad I am that I posted it before the fact.  That it was the day of is another matter entirely.

I'd like to reiterate that the specifics in the piece are quips, over-exaggerations.  But the point of the article is not a joke.  If getting meaningful gun control passed is too daunting a challenge for those oblivious to continued tragedy, then taking a page from the anti-abortion is a very serious way to address the subject.  Keep gun ownership legal, as the some insist the Constitution requires -- but just make it so incredibly difficult to buy bullets. Create realistic hurdles that satisfy every legal challenge and protect every citizen's right -- most especially that of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.  With "life" there at the top of the list.
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Paul Schiefelbein
6/19/2015 12:35:41 am

Would it not be cool if one day we woke up and the headlines would read, "New job program creates jobs for all needing employment" or "A balanced budget, finally!".
We have so many smart people that could figure out solutions. Unfortunately their collective voices seem to be put on a permanent mute.
Personally, I think a business plan which takes the decision making out of the governments hands would be the first shot over the bow.
Interested in hearing about it?

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Robert Elisberg
6/19/2015 03:37:54 am

Dear Paul -- Thanks for your note. It's not a case of me being interested in hearing your plan or not. These pages are wide-open for your thoughts.

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Paul Schiefelbein
6/20/2015 05:10:12 am

Robert, before I proceed I must preface my writing by admitting that while I am a Chicago fan at heart, I have been a White Sox fan in a family of Cubs fans.
Now on to more important matters. I have had a lot of separate ambitions in my life and still to this day I believe I can accomplish anything I set my mind to. So as I am into my AARP days, I am challenging myself to what might seem to be unattainable heights.
I am challenging myself to make the world a better place. Not just opening a door for someone, but opening a door for all.
Please stay with me as I also must admit that one of my least favorite activities is to sit in front of a computer and challenge my fingers to keep up with my mind. But boy do I like to spin a yarn!
So I sit here and try to figure out what story you would most be interested in hearing. While I have a million of them, I shall bring out the big guns.
It is ironic that today is June 20th as it is the four year anniversary of the worst day in my life. And I must preface that with I have had some pretty shitty days in my life. Added together, the hernia surgery, the roid surgery, hepatitis, and food poisoning didn't touch it. Add to it the near fatal tic fever, the nervous system malfunction, the concussion, post concussion feelings, and all the near death experiences. Put those on steroids and you are in the ballpark.
It was four years ago today that my wife called me in the house for a talk. I can remember it like it was yesterday. "Paul, I love you. I'm tired of your ideas. I filed for divorce."
Wham! After 25 plus years of faithful marriage. Wham! I know life has sucked more often than not, but don't give up on me. Wham! And shit, they are good ideas.
I don't remember anything after that, but I woke up the next morning pissed. And I mean pissed! How dare you give up on me you witch. OK, OK, I'll show you!
So on June 22, I must figure out what my next move shall be. Think dammit! You have the TV show that needs to be done! Start your business, "Made in America". Its time has come. No, start with the lobby group, "Legal American Citizens". You need a platform to fight the 1%, the politicians, and the ever dreaded lobbyist.
But you must get your ideas out there! I need sleep!
I awake the 23rd refreshed and ready to kick some ass. Okay, what can I do that should guarantee myself the opportunity to share some ideas that will make life better for many? Think! Think harder!
Got it!
On Friday morning, June 24, 2011, I took off on a walk.

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Paul Schiefelbein
6/22/2015 04:04:53 am

Nah! That story is to long.




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