Rat Dogs & Their Bad Owners

I've been living in my building for about 2 years now and have noticed that I have had the unfortunate luck of small yappy little rat dogs (let's call them "rogs") on both of the floors I've lived on.  That said, it's unfortunate that these yappy little mutts of the rat-dog hybrid family have such crappy owners to teach them absolutely nothing. I've seen rogs that are quite well behaved, but in most cases almost as excruciating to the ears as bagpipes.
If the Dog Whisperer has taught me anything, it's that any dog can be trained and just needs the human to become pack leader and enforce rules and boundaries.  Unfortunately, most people don't understand that concept, and have basically let the dogs become the leaders with no regard to courtesy of those around them.
Now I've never wanted a dog, as they have far more energy and require far more attention than most other animals.  I've never had a problem with them either, and enjoy petting the random dog that passes by with its owner.  I've always had a place for animals, and not just on the grill with BBQ sauce and a baked potato on the side.  I find animal cruelty disgusting and worthy of a severe beating causing lifelong pain.  But I consider bad owners cruelty to animals as well.
The specific rog and it's tubby companion owner have caused me numerous bits of agony.  Every time I walk by the door containing this fearsome man killer, loud high pitched barking ensues.  This is the same for any person that dares step within 4 feet of the door in question.  This barking is bad enough that it has come through his door, down the hall and through my door.  I can even hear it over hockey games.
One particular evening, I had the pleasure of running into said owner and exchanged a few words about how loud the dog was and the discomfort felt by the people on the floor as a result.  The 270 lb fitness expert decided that instead of a simple apology or at least acknowledgment of the problem, to instead insult and threaten me.  That's fine.  I picked a few choice words, hopped in the elevator and that was the end of that.
To my happiness, I was informed by management today (whom I happen to get along with very well and were aware of the problem) that these unwelcome neighbors have decided to move as a result of people complaining and the fear that somebody would put the rog down the garbage chute if it didn't keep quiet.
I would never hurt an animal, but thanks to some words which may or may not have come out of my mouth as a result of enjoying As Good As It Gets, I think they got the point.
Goodbye crappy owners.  You wont be missed.

Here's hoping to a fast work week,

Blake

If I Were Prime Minister......

There would be a few changes I'd make in a political position of power especially if I were Prime Minister:

• Major social changes such as gay marriage would not be voted by politicians.  They would be voted by the people in a referendum.  Then, and only then would it be completely democratic.
• I'd push for a referendum vote on the death penalty in hopes of bringing it to Canada.
• If you aren't running for representation as an MP in every province and territory, you will not be recognized as a political party, but as an independent(s) (see Bloc Quebecois)
• No more slaps on the wrist for murderers, rapists, child molesters etc.  25 years minimum sentence if found guilty with no chance of parole for 20.
• Immediate deportation of immigrants for serious crimes (See my previous blog "Close The Doors" for details)
• Natives would no longer get free handouts.  No need to pay people for a treaty that none of this generation were involved in or affected by.
• Global Warming would no longer be recognized by the Canadian government as it has been proven false by the majority of accredited Climatologists and the government would not partake in any such summits based on this fact.
• The welfare system would become nearly nonexistent and those that apply would be thoroughly screened before approval and every year afterward.
• To be eligible for unemployment, you would need to have worked 6 months for every month that you are on it.  There are plenty of jobs, and if the only work available is Macdonalds, then so be it.  It's a job and will pay the bills.  "Beggars can't be choosers" as my father always said.
• Military men & women will receive far better pensions & benefits for their service to this country (It would be up for debate on the figures)
• Any government employees from the Prime Minister down to a secretary will be monitored closely for all spending they charge back to the country.  Any charges a person willingly makes knowing that it isn't legal/allowed will be result in immediate termination and the funds will be recovered through garnishing of wages in future employment and/or the courts.
• Senators will be elected as in any democratic system.  Appointments will be immediately halted.

 Those are but a few of the major changes I would love to see made.  I just hope to see a couple of them in my lifetime.

Happy Thursday!

Blake

Aid, Aid, And More Aid

How long has Africa been considered a "developing" continent?  How long will it remain as such?  This has been a question that I have asked for the last decade.  
In the last 50 years, Africa has received more than 1 TRILLION dollars in "aid" from Canada and the US alone.  And that figure doesn't include individual donations.  So far, I haven't seen much developing at all with such a substantial amount of money.  There are many reasons behind this that haven't seemed to get through to the heads of our governments :

• This money is largely being given to the governments of African countries, they themselves trusted to use these funds to help their people.  Considering the long history of corruption in these governments, little, if any ever reaches the people that need it.
• The money that reaches the people is used in the wrong way such as giving them food through organizations such as the Red Cross, instead of helping them become self-sustaining.  The age old adage comes into play in this case : Give a man a fish, he will eat for a day.  Teach a man to fish and he'll eat for life. 
• Not enough money is being dedicated towards simple education to improve their own lives.

It's come to the point that I couldn't care less about African poverty.  They know how kids are created yet they continue to have them.  Perhaps teaching them about oral sex could prevent this? If they gave a damn about their kids, they would stop having more when they can't afford to feed the ones they have.  I will never willingly give any money to any African aid organization.  It's not my job to raise their kids.  It's not my job to increase their quality of life and it isn't my responsibility to pay for their education. 
One thing is a definite in my mind : Africa will never be a "developed" continent.  There is more civil war on that continent than all other continents combined.  The Sudan has been likely the longest running of these, having been in a near constant civil war for 26 years.  Money hasn't stopped it, and the UN (one of the most corrupt and useless bureaucratic bodies in the world) hasn't done a thing to stop it.
It's come to the point where all aid needs to be pulled, all foreign troops need to be withdrawn, and all eyes need to turn away from this continent.  Let Africa run it's course.  Money, diplomacy (hard enough in a prehistoric system that the majority of Africa uses for "government") and good will have done nothing.  If they are meant to destroy themselves like savage animals, then let it happen.  You wont see any tears from my eyes.
While we're at it, stop giving money to Haiti.  They have enough to rebuild better than before and will only turn it into a "ghetto" as before.  I've known quite a few people that have traveled to the Dominican Republic and have been warned not to cross into Haiti because they will kill you there.  If that's so, why would we help them?

Cheers,

Blake

Great Critiques

I've been watching the critiques of Star Trek and Star Wars lately on www.redlettermedia.com and wanted to share them.  These videos are funny as hell and have made me laugh to no end.  Check it out for yourself on their site.  Here's a glimpse of one of the multi-part critiques (Warning : NSFW language) :



Now, I've always been a huge Star Wars fan, and have always enjoyed the Star Trek movies (though the TV shows suck) but he nails it on the head with the huge problems that these movies made.  That said, it's going to be a little less enjoyable watching them now.

Happy Thursday,

Blake

Close The Doors

When is the time to say enough is enough? Currently Canada stands at over 34 million people and if you've ever taken city transit, you'll notice one thing that I do all the time: Not only is it packed, but actual English speaking Canadians are hard to find most places these days. On top of this, I keep hearing them demand doctors that speak their language and full access to health care though they haven't contributed to it (in the case of newer immigrants).
THIS IS CANADA! Our official languages are English and French. Learn one of both of them or get out. This boohoo mentality of adapting for them is a joke. The immigrant has a responsibility to adapt to the country he/she goes to. I'm sick of these bleeding heart Liberals and their nonsense about immigration when their own leader hadn't lived in this country for years and has said he'll go back to the US if he doesn't succeed (become Prime Minister) in politics.
Time to pull your heads out. Unskilled immigrants : Not welcome. Non-English speaking immigrants : Not welcome. Senior immigrants and others that cannot work : Unwelcome. Close the damn doors. We have enough to deal with, with the immigrants we already have. Don't like your country? Move. But don't come here. The vast majority of Canadians are against the same I am according to numerous polls, yet for some reason are too scared to say so in this pathetic politically correct age. Stand up. Make yourselves heard. Fear not retribution because the only thing that those weak minded individuals can do is try to insult you. They will call you racist, uncaring monsters, but when you face them with facts, they will do what they always do : Keep spouting names because that is all these feeble minds can muster in their own defense instead of actual facts.
Current immigrants in this country are of many races, colours, and creeds. Many are hard working, pay their taxes, and live in peace. Those who choose to commit serious crimes should be tried in court, and if/when they are found guilty, kicked out of this country immediately. Not in a year or two. Within a month. On their dime, not the taxpayer's. If they have a bank account in Canada, seize the funds to pay for their deportation and trial among the other expenses they have put on our system. The rest can go to the victims, the families of victims, or to the government. It matters not. Those scumbags deserve none of it after showing how much they "care" about the country they were let into.

Until next time,

Blake

Side Effects May Include.....

Every time I turn on the TV I see another commercial for some "miracle" drug that treats anything from depression to foot odor. It's incredible to listen to the side effects they list.
These side effects may include nausea, upset stomach, diarrhea, headaches, sore throat, viral infection, blurry vision, loss of vision, delusions of grandeur, impotence, sterility, numbness, growth of an extra finger, baldness, breast growth in men, tennis elbow, dry mouth, indigestion, cramps, mild to severe coughing, cold sweats, hot sweats, insomnia, narcolepsy, hemorrhoids, love letters to people you don't know, alcoholism, drug abuse, eating disorders, loss of appetite, gain of appetite, constipation, suicidal thoughts and death.
But at least you wont be depressed anymore. That is, until you experience one or some of these side effects. So much for the "miracle" drug. It will be a miracle if there aren't any side effects at all.

Happy Thursday,

Blake