http://disqus.com/by/smithvillecat/enMon, 31 Aug 2020 07:39:01 -0000http://notwithoutsin.godaddysites.com/f/hmmmwhat-to-do-what-to-do#comment-5052261400<p>If rioting an mayhem are not the answer to the problem of racism, what is? (I'm hoping you agree with that premise.) Does anyone have suggestions for those of us who DO care, but possibly don't and probably never can understand the pain that is so deeply held? And not just with racism against African Americans, but with any person that is marginalized or powerless or abused. I believe our country is still a great country because of her great people. It is not perfect, and many times it is far from perfect, but there is so much to be proud of. And history serves as our teacher. If we don't remember the lessons and look at them honestly, we will head right back to them in one way or another. And by looking at them honestly, I try to remember that people are imperfect. All of us. We are all flawed in one way or another because we are human. But I prefer to look at the very deep goodness I see on a daily basis. In people just doing ordinary things. I have not experienced a fraction of what many have. And I have experienced more than others. But my focus is on the good. What is the good that can come out of something that is not good? What lesson can be learned? How can I let the pain strengthen me and soften me at the same time? I would welcome your thoughts. :-)</p>smithvillecatMon, 31 Aug 2020 07:39:01 -0000http://rob.orangejack.com/2008/08/26/cr-associates-877-738-4814-8777384814/#comment-14576210<p>I received a call this morning from "Joseph Coleman" with CR &amp; Associates. He was trying to reach my daughter's boyfriend and claimed he didn't have a phone number for him or his family. When I asked him what the call was in regard to he said: "Don't worry, it is nothing criminal, your daughter is safe" I then asked if he was with a collection agency and he stated that his company is a mediation company and they act as a service to the debtor to prevent legal action. He gave me his phone number: 864.335.8282 and asked me to have my daughter's boyfriend call him back. He said this was his direct line. Our caller ID also showed an additional number which was 864.335.7000.</p>smithvillecatMon, 10 Aug 2009 12:19:31 -0000