Tuesday, May 18, 2010

We Don’t Understand What To Cheer For Anymore

Follow the Money.
It’s the American Way.

Recently I saw a news article with the following quote in it, “Many cheered as demolition crews razed an old auto-parts plant to make way for a new casino.”

I would feel better if the quote went something like this, “Many cheered as demolition crews razed an old casino to make way for a new auto-parts plant.”

The Smartfella? understands what’s going on here. The casino will employ people. Employing people is a good thing. I just wish this society was building plants that build things.

Yes, I also know that the casino’s paychecks will support families, individuals and Indians. I just wish our society was not populated by people who go to these casinos to spend a lot of time, lose a lot of money and come away saying something like, “I know I lost my paycheck but I was entertained.”

I really wish some of these “entertainment” seekers would come over to my house and give me their “entertainment” money. I would even promise to use it to buy some auto parts. I could use a new coon tail for my antenna.

Would I kid u?