I decided to stop by a Chinese restaurant and have a $6.95 lunch special. After looking at the special lunch menu, I asked if I could get lemon chicken in place of the almond chicken. No problem.
It came with choice of soup, fried rice and chicken chowmein. As an afterthought, I asked for a half order of butterfly-fried prawns. When the tea arrived, I began noticing a strong perfume odor. When the egg drop soup arrived, I realized the odor was very strong. It was strong enough to make my nose run and to cause a headache, and I had not even tasted any food with MSG at that point.
However, when the lemon chicken arrived, I became fully aware that it was my food server who was wafting the cloud of stench. Have you ever had lemon chicken that tasted like bad perfume? It is quite an experience. How would it be possible for Chinese food to taste like bad perfume. I say bad, only because it was sooo strong. She must have poured it on in places. I began to wonder if she was trying to hide a bad body odor problem.
Food servers, male or female, should realize that they need to tone it way down, or better yet, do not wear any scented products when working with the public. If you like to wear perfume to work, you might be wearing too much. If you use scented products on a regular basis, you could become desensitized to the scent. Thus, you might use more so you can smell it.
Other people could be allergic to your scented product. No matter what the workplace setting, strong perfume or cologne is not very appropriate, unless you are pole dancing in a cocktail lounge or biker bar.
Most people wear a fragrance that becomes part of their persona, their being. They need to realize that for many people, the person wearing the fragrance would have a stinky persona or being. If the goal of wearing a scented product is to “be noticed,” it could have an unintended, undesirable or negative result.
I wish that more business owners would expand their views of good customer service, to include some concern for people who are chemically sensitive. Had there been a sign at the door, “WARNING – OUR FOOD SERVERS WEAR PERFUME,” I would not have gone inside the business. That is only fair warning.
In the meantime, lemon chicken and perfume is not a good mix, and you can trust me on that one.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Sunday, March 13, 2011
DOES SIZE MATTER ??
If one asks the question, does size matter?, it might conjure up a lot of different answers.
There is the average fast food restaurant offering larger size fries and soft drink for a small additional amount of money. More to eat for less money. Then, there is the smaller car and a larger person trying to fit in it.
Oh, and then there are the human body parts. Larger this or that, and the perception that larger is better.
However, with earthquakes, larger is not better, but size does matter.
The recent earthquake in Japan, recorded at 8.9 Richter Scale magnitude, caused a lot of damage over a very widespread area. That damage was exacerbated by tidal wave or Tsunami activity.
Most people living along the west coast of the United States have experienced an earthquake. Having lived on the west coast for 64 years, I have experienced dozens of earthquakes. The most powerful was a 6.9 magnitude, and that was during the 1989 “World Serious.”
That quake, known as the Loma Prieta Quake, or the World Series Quake, caused extensive damage within about a 100–mile radius of the epicenter, killed 63 people, injured close to 4,000 people, and left 3,000 to 12,000 homeless, at least temporarily.
Comparing the World Series Quake to the quake in Japan last Friday, the quake in Japan was 1,000 times stronger. http://earthquake.usgs.gov/learn/topics/calculator.php
We have all seen pictures or videos of the horrific damage. Can you imagine what would have happened if the 1989 quake had been 8.9 magnitude?
Thousands, if not millions of TV viewers along the entire west coast of the United States and Canada are sitting in the comfort of their living room or den, watching the events unfold after the Japan earthquake. How many of them are paying attention?
The quake in Japan is a VERY BIG wakeup call for residents living near any of the coastal areas of Alaska, British Columbia, Oregon, and California. Certain ports along the west coast had Tsunami alerts, and there are reports of eight foot waves causing some damage.
More than likely, there will be a shocking increase in the death toll of the Japan earthquake. The financial damage will be mind boggling as well.
No matter how well prepared one might believe they are prepared, there is always the totally unexpected.
Many relief agencies suggest having at least three days of food and water in your home. I believe that should be a 7 to 10 day supply. That would be food that is edible without cooking, and, some foods that could be cooked by adding boiling water. Canned tuna, chicken, meats, and Ramen-type soups will provide some nutrition.
People forget about other things such as toilet paper, or paper towels, a flashlight, candles, matches, first aid kit, a supply of your medications, and a battery powered radio.
If a really big magnitude earthquake happens, roads might crack and be impassable, bridges might collapse, and you could be stranded. How will you survive for seven to ten days? What if you are ordered to evacuate your home? Where will you go, and how will you get there safely?
The people of Japan have experienced hundreds, if not thousands of earthquakes over the past 50 years. They are probably the most prepared for such events. However, even though they have the experience and were prepared, NO ONE had any realistic idea of what would happen if a Tsunami of major size swept inland.
Now, we all know what happens. It is an unfolding learning experience. Are we paying attention?
There is the average fast food restaurant offering larger size fries and soft drink for a small additional amount of money. More to eat for less money. Then, there is the smaller car and a larger person trying to fit in it.
Oh, and then there are the human body parts. Larger this or that, and the perception that larger is better.
However, with earthquakes, larger is not better, but size does matter.
The recent earthquake in Japan, recorded at 8.9 Richter Scale magnitude, caused a lot of damage over a very widespread area. That damage was exacerbated by tidal wave or Tsunami activity.
Most people living along the west coast of the United States have experienced an earthquake. Having lived on the west coast for 64 years, I have experienced dozens of earthquakes. The most powerful was a 6.9 magnitude, and that was during the 1989 “World Serious.”
That quake, known as the Loma Prieta Quake, or the World Series Quake, caused extensive damage within about a 100–mile radius of the epicenter, killed 63 people, injured close to 4,000 people, and left 3,000 to 12,000 homeless, at least temporarily.
Comparing the World Series Quake to the quake in Japan last Friday, the quake in Japan was 1,000 times stronger. http://earthquake.usgs.gov/learn/topics/calculator.php
We have all seen pictures or videos of the horrific damage. Can you imagine what would have happened if the 1989 quake had been 8.9 magnitude?
Thousands, if not millions of TV viewers along the entire west coast of the United States and Canada are sitting in the comfort of their living room or den, watching the events unfold after the Japan earthquake. How many of them are paying attention?
The quake in Japan is a VERY BIG wakeup call for residents living near any of the coastal areas of Alaska, British Columbia, Oregon, and California. Certain ports along the west coast had Tsunami alerts, and there are reports of eight foot waves causing some damage.
More than likely, there will be a shocking increase in the death toll of the Japan earthquake. The financial damage will be mind boggling as well.
No matter how well prepared one might believe they are prepared, there is always the totally unexpected.
Many relief agencies suggest having at least three days of food and water in your home. I believe that should be a 7 to 10 day supply. That would be food that is edible without cooking, and, some foods that could be cooked by adding boiling water. Canned tuna, chicken, meats, and Ramen-type soups will provide some nutrition.
People forget about other things such as toilet paper, or paper towels, a flashlight, candles, matches, first aid kit, a supply of your medications, and a battery powered radio.
If a really big magnitude earthquake happens, roads might crack and be impassable, bridges might collapse, and you could be stranded. How will you survive for seven to ten days? What if you are ordered to evacuate your home? Where will you go, and how will you get there safely?
The people of Japan have experienced hundreds, if not thousands of earthquakes over the past 50 years. They are probably the most prepared for such events. However, even though they have the experience and were prepared, NO ONE had any realistic idea of what would happen if a Tsunami of major size swept inland.
Now, we all know what happens. It is an unfolding learning experience. Are we paying attention?
Monday, March 7, 2011
THE NEED FOR A RIGHT TO PRIVACY
There was a recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court, to favor the right of free speech, over one’s right to privacy. It turns out that there is no specific right to privacy within the U.S. Constitution.
Maybe it is time to fine tune the constitution.
Of course that would be done in one of two ways: Chuck the whole thing by editing it to modern times, or, by making a new amendment. Either way, though, there would be a real mess of opinions and suggestions to sort.
While for the most part, the founding fathers had some good ideas for their times, 235+ years ago, they could not envision the future of 2011 and beyond.
I feel safe in saying that none of the founders could imagine a Boeing 767, or an electric stove, or a car, etc. Even Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin, who at the time, many people considered to be polymaths, would not have imagined a computer.
For had they done so, they more than likely would have been labeled as under the spell of a witch or warlock. There would not have been any women on the jury, but there would have been a speedy trial, and a conviction, and probably a death penalty by hanging.
If I understand it correctly, U.S. Supreme Court justices do not make laws, they do their best to interpret the laws. Therein lies the trouble: Judges in 2011, trying to figure out what people meant or wanted back in the 1770s, when they wrote the U.S. Constitution.
The founding fathers were not concerned with the issue of one’s privacy, because there was no need for it. That was a time when everyone minded their own business, and did not meddle in the doings of other people.
I would bet the farm that the founding fathers would be horrified by the sight of the demonstrations by the Westboro Baptist Church members, protesting at military funerals.
Therefore, the only way that “we the people,” can right a wrong, is to change things by enacting a law.
Yes, there ought to be a law, which establishes the “right of privacy.“ This should be a law that cannot be trumped by “free speech.” People should have a right of privacy, to bury their dead in peace – without any of the demonstrations by whacko religious nut job zealots.
The U.S. Congress needs to develop a spine, and pass a joint bill. One that specifically establishes a “right to privacy;” and, that prohibits the demonstrations by any group within 1,000 feet of a funeral for any deceased military members, veterans, or public servants such a police or fire services.
This should be done with all due haste, so President Obama would have the opportunity to sign the bill into law, as soon as practicable.
This “right to privacy” should become the next amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Maybe it is time to fine tune the constitution.
Of course that would be done in one of two ways: Chuck the whole thing by editing it to modern times, or, by making a new amendment. Either way, though, there would be a real mess of opinions and suggestions to sort.
While for the most part, the founding fathers had some good ideas for their times, 235+ years ago, they could not envision the future of 2011 and beyond.
I feel safe in saying that none of the founders could imagine a Boeing 767, or an electric stove, or a car, etc. Even Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin, who at the time, many people considered to be polymaths, would not have imagined a computer.
For had they done so, they more than likely would have been labeled as under the spell of a witch or warlock. There would not have been any women on the jury, but there would have been a speedy trial, and a conviction, and probably a death penalty by hanging.
If I understand it correctly, U.S. Supreme Court justices do not make laws, they do their best to interpret the laws. Therein lies the trouble: Judges in 2011, trying to figure out what people meant or wanted back in the 1770s, when they wrote the U.S. Constitution.
The founding fathers were not concerned with the issue of one’s privacy, because there was no need for it. That was a time when everyone minded their own business, and did not meddle in the doings of other people.
I would bet the farm that the founding fathers would be horrified by the sight of the demonstrations by the Westboro Baptist Church members, protesting at military funerals.
Therefore, the only way that “we the people,” can right a wrong, is to change things by enacting a law.
Yes, there ought to be a law, which establishes the “right of privacy.“ This should be a law that cannot be trumped by “free speech.” People should have a right of privacy, to bury their dead in peace – without any of the demonstrations by whacko religious nut job zealots.
The U.S. Congress needs to develop a spine, and pass a joint bill. One that specifically establishes a “right to privacy;” and, that prohibits the demonstrations by any group within 1,000 feet of a funeral for any deceased military members, veterans, or public servants such a police or fire services.
This should be done with all due haste, so President Obama would have the opportunity to sign the bill into law, as soon as practicable.
This “right to privacy” should become the next amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
SUPREME COURT FOR SOME, NOT ALL
I am very sorry to see that the U.S. Supreme Court ruled to allow the "right of free speech" to trample on the “right of privacy.”
Of course, I am referring to the decision by the SCOTUS to allow members of the Westboro Baptist Church to protest at military, and police funerals.
In essence, the SCOTUS is saying that persons wanting to protest can climb the privacy fence and disturb the grief and mourning of others. THAT IS NOT ACCEPTABLE.
I can’t help but wonder about these Supreme Court members and how they feel about their own privacy.
How would they like it if there were a crowd of demonstrators every time they left their home to go to work, or to the store?
How would they like it if members of a radical church decided to protest outside the church attended by the Judges?
More than likely, none of the Supreme Court Judges would want that. They would not like it if they were badgered by protestors, because the Judges are NIMBYs. Moreover, they would probably have law enforcement herding the protestors and demonstrators away from the area, under the threat of arrest.
The members of both houses of the U.S. Congress should pass legislation to guarantee one’s right to privacy, including not having protestors and demonstrators within 500 feet of any funeral, no matter the affiliation of the decedent.
Any church group that claims to be Christian – as in followers of the teachings of Jesus – is not Christian if they protest and demonstrate at funerals.
I find it difficult to believe that Jesus would sponsor or condone such behavior.
It is important to realize that the U.S. Constitution does not specifically mention a right to privacy.
However, over the years, many Supreme Court decisions established the right to privacy as a basic human right. Furthermore, it is protected by the 9th Amendment. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninth_Amendment_to_the_United_States_Constitution
There ought to be a law… !! You bet there should be a law; and Congress should pass that law immediately if not sooner.
Free speech should not trump privacy.
Freedom of religion, should also mean freedom FROM religion, especially if it is the unChristian hate spewed by Westboro Baptist Church.
Of course, I am referring to the decision by the SCOTUS to allow members of the Westboro Baptist Church to protest at military, and police funerals.
In essence, the SCOTUS is saying that persons wanting to protest can climb the privacy fence and disturb the grief and mourning of others. THAT IS NOT ACCEPTABLE.
I can’t help but wonder about these Supreme Court members and how they feel about their own privacy.
How would they like it if there were a crowd of demonstrators every time they left their home to go to work, or to the store?
How would they like it if members of a radical church decided to protest outside the church attended by the Judges?
More than likely, none of the Supreme Court Judges would want that. They would not like it if they were badgered by protestors, because the Judges are NIMBYs. Moreover, they would probably have law enforcement herding the protestors and demonstrators away from the area, under the threat of arrest.
The members of both houses of the U.S. Congress should pass legislation to guarantee one’s right to privacy, including not having protestors and demonstrators within 500 feet of any funeral, no matter the affiliation of the decedent.
Any church group that claims to be Christian – as in followers of the teachings of Jesus – is not Christian if they protest and demonstrate at funerals.
I find it difficult to believe that Jesus would sponsor or condone such behavior.
It is important to realize that the U.S. Constitution does not specifically mention a right to privacy.
However, over the years, many Supreme Court decisions established the right to privacy as a basic human right. Furthermore, it is protected by the 9th Amendment. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninth_Amendment_to_the_United_States_Constitution
There ought to be a law… !! You bet there should be a law; and Congress should pass that law immediately if not sooner.
Free speech should not trump privacy.
Freedom of religion, should also mean freedom FROM religion, especially if it is the unChristian hate spewed by Westboro Baptist Church.
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