"it's a rich man's world"

I got the chance to see my friend Leigh perform in a play called Enron last night. I really enjoyed it translation: (IT WAS AWESOME)! As I was only 12 when the whole scandal happened, I was more concerned with my childhood than the demise of one of America's largest corporations. Last night gave me a chance to learn the story. I also have gotten to thinking about the Occupy Wall Street campaign and what it means to society. I don't have all the answers but I have come to one conclusion. Folks seem to hate folks that make money.


Occupy Wall Street is attempting to correct the wrongs of corporate "big dogs" that continue to make a huge amount of money while individuals go jobless. Don't get me wrong, I hate corruption, but I also hate the idea of equal wealth distribution. Life isn't easy, and sometimes people have struggles from a financial standpoint, but blaming the people who make more money than you isn't the answer. There is nothing wrong with being successful and earning a living (provided you and your conscience can sleep at night). Simply put, I not the 99% or the 1%, I believe that making money is your own personal prerogative. I'm responsible for earning my own living, and refuse to blame others for my own tough times!

Farmers and Ranchers are caring individuals with a passion for growing food, but they are also business people. Meaning they work everyday to earn money. Whenever this is mentioned the term "factory farm" is brought up. Farming is a business, many are incorporated. It's a business just like entertainment, clothing, housing, and anything else. The romantic idea that farmers live off the land is not only non-existent, but impossible. Organic farming will NOT be able to feed the world! Sure it's a great niche, but it's not an ideal for the entire agriculture industry. The majority of modern farms aren't cruel to animals, using dangerous hormones or chemicals, or destroying the environment. They may not be as aesthetically pleasing as in the past, but they do feed the planet.

'till the cows come home,

Ellie