An 87-year-old world leader apologized within hours to days of his mistake going public. He did not dilly-dally or try to discount or disparage the details. Pope Francis owned his error and brought balance back to the scales, at least on a small scale. How many other “men” in “power” have recently acted similarly with such earnest, swift steadfastness?
First, I think about Brandon McManus. Do you think these women want to bring their guilt and shame to light? I am not aware of him speaking up at all yet (aside from his attorney), and I also was not aware at first that he is married. Wow. Talk about being an ideal role model for all the kids. Honestly, I hope at least some of the Jaguars’ players speak up and defend the ladies if the allegations are authentic and true. If only we had video evidence…
…which brings me to someone who upsets me so severely… Sean “POS” Combs. He blatantly and brazenly denied all wrongdoing. The footage from the hotel is absolutely terrible to watch; his abuse is atrocious and inexcusable. Even after this release of cold, hard, and indisputable evidence, it took him DAYS to make a half-hearted apology all about himself and what all he has supposedly done. He shared a lot of words. Where are the actions, though? What cold, hard, and indisputable facts can you share with us about what you are now doing with your life to balance back out all of that wrongdoing, Sean?
I think he has a sick and unhealthy focus on drugs, money, and sex. He thinks that these women only want a quick payday or that this is all “purely a money grab.” To an impure mind like his, of course that is what he chooses to focus on. Why do these women want to recount one of the worst experiences in their lives across pages of details? They seek justice, they call for an accounting, and they want to see Sean receive his just deserts.
Who names their child Christian but raises them like Satan? It is hysterically hypocritical.
Lastly, has he-who-should-not-be-named ever apologized for anything? Sure, on rare occasions. However, has he ever truly meant it and tried to balance things back out, or does he only blame? There is so much more I could say here, but he is worth less and less of my time, so I will move on. This is how I begin to balance my life and my effort.
Maybe it is wise. Maybe it is dumb. Time will tell.
FWIW – nowadays, when I walk into a room or enter a new physical space, I try to figure out how I can make it at least a little bit better before I leave. For the clowns mentioned above today and many others out there who remain unnamed for now, I imagine they try to figure out how any room or space can make them a bit better before they leave it. Which approach feels better balanced? I will not sugjest anything here; you decide.
Look, y’all, I have no delusions here. When I look back at my life, I know what a POS I have been, too, at times. I am not proud of many moments. I feel gut-wrenching shame when I reflect on them. They provide me with opportunities, though; they serve as tough lessons for me to learn and grow. Do you know what else I know? While I may be a POS, I also know that I am a priceless work of art. Now, I choose to try and balance out my past wrongdoing with a future of rightdoing. All I have is here and now. Should I blame others or wallow? Absolutely not. I choose to do better and be better with each and every moment that I still have here. Maybe I will never balance the scales back out, but it will not stop me from trying. I am quite curious to see just how far I can shift things for my life in the opposite and better direction nowadays. That is why the next cycle will focus on curiosity. Look forward to another fun quote on Sunday to kick things off. For now, stay curious, y’all. Much love. Maybe it is wise. Maybe it is dumb. Time will tell.
without Balance, we are Bound.
Break your chains!
til then, I will start wearing chains most days.
Perhaps people will be curious and ask.
eye will explain their symbolism.
Perhaps they will follow suit.
time will tell.
Perhaps.