The Sky Is Falling, The Sky is Falling – or how I learned to Ignore the Fear Mongers in the Media

When I was a little boy my grandmother would read to me the story of Henny Penny. I’m sure some of you may have heard of this story. It’s similar to the boy who cried wold, and similar fairy tales for kids. I feel like more and more I’m seeing this now. I can’t separate the fear mongering tactics they use between actual news that is actually being ‘reported’. And it’s probably the oldest trick in the book. Ladies and gentlemen; do not fall for their false scare tactics. Don’t let them make you hide under a rock, living in fear that your next move may be your last. That is not what the sudden social, psychological and physiological change we’re seeing in our society is about.

From indefinite detainment of citizens, to military vets being arrested; more and more, we will see this. And I say, simply, do not play into their hand. If there is no fight, then there is no problem. Be passive; but be vigil. One day, I hope people will look back and say that we stood for something – simply put, as our forefathers, what we believed in. Regardless of whether or not plans are being hashed out to try to take away our rights; instead of getting all hostile about it – do something. Call your senator. Demand action. That is where the grassroots comes into play. If you are that upset about the things that are bothering you; or you truly disagree with something – instead of going and getting all ramped up, write a letter. Whatever happened to the pen is mightier than the sword?

And, I’m not saying don’t take means to protect you and your families. You should always be prepared. We all should, hell, I live in the northeast – and the snow storm up here wiped out all power for almost 3 weeks for some people! You should always have preventative measures in line to help take care of you and yours. There are, unfortunately, some things that are out of our hands – and at the same time, we should not live in fear; as does my current supervisor (which is kind of strange).

We are very awake. And we are watching. The sky isn’t really falling. As my grandma always used to tell me, “you won’t melt, it’s just rain.”

Also, I don’t really feel the need to cite any sources here – whether it be the conspiracy theorists, the mainstream media, or the radio – they’re all to blame.