why? left vs right

left vs right, democrat vs republican , liberal vs conservative, non-noble vs noble. This conflict goes back to the beginning. I call it the haves vs the have nots. It is the rich vs the poor, business owners vs workers and so on.

Today's liberals are now calling themselves progressives because the word liberal has been attacked for so long by the haves. Today's haves are very noble-like, check out the castles that some people live in. well not literally castles, but literally mansions.

So what is the real issue? If the haves are richer and thus much more powerful, how can the have nots get anything. Of course the answer is through democracy. The have nots greatly outnumber the haves and currently the democrats are seeking a greater share of the wealth through government. Is that wrong?

I find the Kennedy family interesting. They are a part of the new rich or new nobility and have had a long standing empathy with the have nots. They believe as many do that the rich have an obligation to their fellow man.

I believe that government can both hurt and help people. People do need help but they will also take advantage. Historically the haves have ruled, but violent revolutions and later peaceful revolution through the voting booth have allowed the have nots access to becoming a have.

In the end the haves fear democracy and seek to control it and would kill it if they could. Long live democracy! If it lasts long enough it may kill itself. I hope not. Why?

why? kkkkssssuuuu wildcats

Well, I am a Kansas State University graduate. Bill Snyder, great coach and even greater person

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bill_Snyder

plus Frank Martin has the basketball team on the rise.

why the separation of church and state?

Why the need for separation of church and state? some of you know and some of you don"t. If church and state are combined you get the Middle Ages, the Taliban, the flight to America seeking religious freedom. It does come down to freedom. You can't have true freedom under a religious state. All religions operate from dogma(the Truth as they see it). If the dogma is questioned for example with the question Why? it creates fear (fear of the shattering of dogma).

The truth is that when religion begins to creep into government(state) it will begin to shatter the most precious thing in the world. FREEDOM. Make no mistake because it is historically TRUE. When church and state are combined there is and can be no freedom.

Why ask Why?

I remember 58 years ago very well. Well in truth not that well, but I do remember Mabel Leonard, my 7th grade teacher. She was probably in her 50s, gray hair and on the surface nothing extraordinary. But I remember distinctly the feeling of excitement in learning. It was the questions. I remember she asked questions to teach. It captured me. I became eager to learn. it was a life lesson. Years later when it came my turn to teach I always used questions. Have you ever seen an entire classroom on the edge of their seats, all focused, all paying close attention, all eager to join in. I have, all the time, through using questions. The greatest questioner of all was Socrates. It is very simple, questions engage the brain, they stimulate the brain. By the way there are no bad questions, no how shall I say-"less than smart questions" You see when you ask questions, you foster questions. the excitement of learning is contagious and FUN!

why do I blog?

Of course, blogging is new to me. I have figured I am not going to be followed, but it makes no difference. This whole thing is a kind of therapy to cope with tragedy. It is a bit of my history, philosophy and wisdom gained over 7 decades. I really hope that my grandchildren and great grandchildren and beyond will gain some insight and personal strength. After all "We are what we think." That philosophy is an old as Confucius and still valid. It is mind over all events and actions.

why have all civilizations risen and fallen?

Well, with the exception of the present day, all civilizations have risen and fallen. Why?

Of course Rome is famous for its decline. Moral decay and in the end an empire so large it was indefensible. As Crag Furguson would say "remind you of anyone?"

Do you consider the presence of U.S. troops all over the world as a kind of empire? As to moral decline, it is probably true, but there is a moral incline on the Far Right that seems to be wishing for a great fall.

More advanced technology doomed civilizations in the New World and it would appear that advanced technology may not be a match for terrorism.

Are we really on the decline?

why is education so important?

Well it is obvious that education is important or is it? Not so long ago it was thought you might change jobs 6 to 8 times in your lifetime. I saw a recent missive that people could change jobs at that rate in a 10 year period. It is not what you learn, but knowing how to learn. How to learn: Sit on the front row; ask questions; take notes(even if you never look at your notes again they help). Philosophy - we are what we think, so think positive every day about your education. Of course great teaching is the kicker. Teachers need to be well trained, well paid and deeply appreciated. And don't forget that parents are teachers too. If as a parent you value education your children will also. Be a human sponge on knowledge. Education is never ending and it is actually fun. think it, believe it.

why fear death?

I remember the day when I realized I was going to die someday. I was maybe 10 or so. It hit me very hard. I was literally sick to my stomach for maybe 2 days. I struggled with the idea. finally at that young age(and after talking to no one) I came to a comforting conclusion(not religious). Life and then death is the way of the world. Look at any cemetery. All people face death. the thing is how do you deal with it. You can spend your time, your life worrying about a natural process or you can spend your life living. I am reminded of a story of a priest giving last rites to an 80 year old woman and she was weeping. "Why do you weep" asked the priest. She replied "I have never done anything". Her life had been lifeless. So I say to you do things, go places, take a risk or two. enjoy the moment. You can end this life crying or smiling, it will make no difference at the moment of death. And although I have seen terrible tragedy I will smile.

why do we want to know the future can we change it?

I had a cold chill when I foresaw the future and it was totalitarian the haves in total control no soul

why study history? to change the future

why is heritage important?

to my grandchildren - if you had 63 teaspoons of water and you added 1 teaspoon of salt could you taste it? they are 1/64 cherokee, I am 1/16 salty

the Cherokee were the fiercest of all warriors

I have called upon my ancestors for strength and it has been given to me and I pass it on to my ancestors

I am the decendent of Samuel Heaton of Agra, Kansas. He Homesteaded with his 5 sons in 1872. All pioneers of any sort are brave and have great strength.

the world is made up of doers, do nothings and naysayers the rarest are the doers it is a gift

why is wisdom important?

we are what we think do you understand? If you think miserable thoughts you will be miserable think good things and you will be happy Truth

I am telling you now, the most important thing you will ever do is school. it is not what you learn, but knowing how to learn tell your kids

Wisdom the separation of church and state means democracy reigns why? the dogma of religions will not allow democracy or freedom taliban

wisdom capitalism is selfishness unfettered,but"build a better mousetrap and the world will beat a path to your door". means a better life

wisdom our cells are bathed in the same salt solution as the ocean of a few hundred million years ago. we carry the ocean within us

wisdom the clash between the haves and the have nots has been going on since the beginning of time. the haves are afraid of democracy

It has occurred to me that twittering to no one is still therapy. If you knew my tragic life you would understand the need for therapy.

why do grandchidren mean so much?

watching homeward bound II with my 4 year old he's giggling It is how do they say oh yes priceless

watching Ms.Bear with 4 year old grandson. He's into it. Sitting on my big leather rocker. very comfortable and very comforting

watching horton hears a who with my grandson very relaxed feeling old but satisfied

why football?

1. I had a great high school football coach Gabby Davis Smith Center Kansas I went into coaching because of him taught and coached for 38yrs.
   
2. You always remember your last football game. late our qb said "I'm out of ideas" I said "let's go to the spread formation" we did, it worked
   
3. one of the great honors of my life was being elected captain of my high school football team. I was not a rah rah guy but led by example
   Back from grandson's football practice. It appears he will be starting at free safety. age 10 weight 78 I used to coach football I'm proud
   13 year old grandson starting middle linebacker, 10 year old grandson starting free safety. This old defensive coach is proud
   watched my 10 year old grandson in football scrimmage, scored a touchdown and made an open field tackle.
   
   ah youth howfleeting, how precious

why some golfers have touch,feel

1. Golf is as complex as you want to make it, a great game for a lifetime great therapy, it will take you away from problems but adicting
   all my golfers were taught this 1000 and one means don't move your head for 1 full second on chipping and putting why? develops touch/feel
   
2. chipping tip watch Tiger's head when he chips doesn't move for a full second why? to hit it perfectly on sweet spot why? develops touch/feel
   
3. putting tip watch Tiger's head when he putts doesn't move for a full second why? to hit it perfectly on sweet spot why? develops touch/feel

why do you need a philosophy for life?

philosophy you may beat me,but I am not beaten. I cannot be defeated or beaten by anything or anyone. I will never,ever give in or give up. Even in death I am not defeated.

SOME TWEETS

the competitive spirit is rooted in survival instinct. do not deny your youngsters competitive situations it will prepare them for life

tweet, tweet, tweet yes the birds are singing do I sing, whine, self pontificate, or expound? Does it make any difference well to me sing

the mind is a powerful thing willpower is self explanatory belief in yourself & your cause is most important my cause my family survive

tragically some people don't know this definition suicide - a permanent solution to a temporary problem however to some temporary =forever

a lesson Olympians who did poorly were asked what they were thinking. answer winning the gold gold medal winners were thinking technique

Some will recognize KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS UUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU Wildcats

My mother raised 3 children by herself, working 2 jobs. Uprooted us all so I could go to college. She was a great great woman I give thanks

democracy means peaceful revolutions but because America has become so polarized violence has occurred and a violent revolution is possible

Checking out cnn (Robin) Throughout the election and the presidency I have feared for the President's safety. That fear has not diminished.

I still remember this moment. It was probably a Monday or perhaps a Tuesday afternoon. I was really into it and a student asked "Mr. Heaton do you drink coffee?" I was wired on teaching. It was strangely a great compliment. I was into it as a teacher, full of drive and enthusiasm at a time of day and week when others were not or could not. IT IS A GIFT and knowing how to learn is a gift that is given because of the passion of wanting to know why?(actually it was early in the month of February)

I am telling you now, the most important thing you will ever do is school. it is not what you learn, but knowing how to learn Please tell your children, tell all children, tell all

wisdom our cells are bathed in the same salt solution as the ocean of a few hundred million years ago. we carry the ocean within us

watched my 10 year old grandson in football scrimmage, scored a touchdown and made an open field tackle. ah youth how fleeting, how precious

a lesson Olympians who did poorly were asked what they were thinking. answer winning the gold gold medal winners were thinking technique

My neuropathy is spreading. Doctor offered new, expensive meds. I said no. He said "you are just going to ride it out? yes more $ grandkids

wisdom the clash between the haves and the have nots has been going on since the beginning of time. the haves are afraid of democracy

long ago Mabel Leonard(7th grade teacher) used questions to teach(Socrates) It captured me I remember her with the greatest appreciation

thinking about my peripheral neuropathy. No fun. taking gabapentin 800mg 3 times per day. Mainly a mental fight and I will not be defeated

suffering

rubbing my hands together because of peripheral neuropathy. Just something I have to deal with. mainly a mental thing