Dear readers, It seems that some of my readers are mixing oranges and apples this week.
Ramadan has nothing to do with America or any other country. It is a religious activity that crosses political divides. It is not meant to threaten or harass or be a source of fear. It is simply the Muslim religious action that resembles somewhat the Christian period of Lent. Asking forgiveness from God, trying to improve one's faith, being kind to others.
Aurora was the act of a deranged person - his faith or lack thereof has nothing to do with it. And, given his age, he is most likely non-religious, as sadly many young people are these days. There is no indication of terrorist links. He acted alone - unless and until we learn differently.
And, let me add, thinking he was acting for or with Muslims is completely beside the point. First, because Muslims are not terrorists. They are peaceful people who would like to live out their lives quietly within their family circle and with their religious principles intact. They are probably more frightened of Islamist extremists than most Americans because they live closer to their destructive tactics.
Muslims do not seek the destruction of America or Europe. Terrorists do.
Who mixed oranges and apples??? Moi or Anonymous?
ReplyDeleteDear Casey Pops Readers
ReplyDeleteI posted the following letter/comment this past Friday at Casey Pops posting titled "The Muslin Holy Month ..."
I would like to apologize for the use of the words "another converted/homegrown Muslin" in the first line. In no way did I intent to insult any law abiding, religious people , especially those who read this blog. Few Muslin's are "terrorists". I beg your forgiveness if you were insulted or offended by my choice of words. Enjoy your Holy Month
I just hope that James Holmes (suspect in shooting) doesn't turn out to be another converted/homegrown Muslin.
As I sat and watched Fox news coverage of this story all I could think about was the loss to the families. A midnight showing would be heavily attended by older teenagers or young adults.
Imagine for a second that your child goes out the door to go to a simple movie with friend(s) and you say be careful, see you in the morning, love ya. Morning simply never comes again. No chats, no hugs, no plans, no voice (that's the first thing the experts say you forget about those who have passed). All gone at the hands of social idiot.
What right does anyone have to disrupt someones family. A disgruntled individual. A mentally ill person. A rejected boy friend. A friendless child in the need of someone who cares.
Andrew and his friends go to a lot of these type of showings.Do I say No the next time. No I don't. The minute we start to alter our lives in-fear of something bad occurring, the minute we allow the threat of terrorists acting out and we don't attend the Olympics, a football game, a county fair, NASCAR, F1, etc. We are not protecting ourselves , we are saying here you won. I'll alter my life to suit your insane behavior.
Be good, enjoy, be safe