Herding the American Sheep – an observation

Baby-Boomers born between 1946-1965, like myself, grew up in a very different looking America. There were still many rural farming communities at that time, so more Americans were eating a healthier diet. Their daily lives also included more exercise since many were without vehicles or other forms of convenient transportation. On the downside of this way of life, many in these communities did not have annual medical check-ups and the idea of medical insurance was basically non-existent. Therefore, many died prematurely. Yet, very few died of America’s most pressing medical problem today – obesity. Actually, it was quite rare to even see an overweight American during this time. Today it is an alarming epidemic of mass proportion with no social or racial borders.

I am compelled to mention this due to a chilling observation after last night’s visit to a local restaurant. I rarely eat out, but when I’m forced to the reason is usually because of some special circumstance. Last night was one of those times. We went to a popular Asian establishment to indulge in one of our favorite foods. Of course, I’m also indulging in one of my lifelong passions – observing people in our society.

After we sat down approximately 50 people came into the restaurant flooding the tiny lobby. Perusing the diverse faces of young adults, children, teenagers, the middle-aged and the elderly it dawned on me that the majority had one thing in common. Approximately 90% were overweight or horribly obese. I spied one young man that must have weighed around 400 pounds. To be honest, it disgusted me. My only thought, what is occurring in the lives of these people that they would allow themselves to descend into a mass of human fat deforming their bodies subsequently robbing their health?

My conclusion was that even with all the weight loss resources available to Americans they are, instead, choosing to eat themselves into oblivion, or, they have no self-esteem regarding their health or physical appearance. To be completely fair and objective, I realize that many Americans are over-weight or obese due to circumstances beyond their control such as physical illness, prescription medicines, psychological problems and even genetic influence; but, not the whole damn population.

Last night’s visual was reminiscent of observing cattle being fattened up for their eventual slaughter as many of the most overweight patrons returned again and again to the lavish buffet. My grotesque opinion is not meant to insult anyone with an honest weight problem, rather, it is a sincere warning to my fellow Americans that we are not physically prepared to engage our enemies if, or when, the government finally decides to wage their violence against those that disagree with them. When that day arrives Homeland Security thugs will, literally, be rounding up Americans physically incapable of fleeing from their pursuers. Americans clearly responsible for their over-weight problems and I refer to those who love to eat, or, addicted to food, if you harbor any dissension toward the present regime you are in more danger than the rest of the average population.

Time is no longer a luxury that we can afford. In the past few weeks America has finally descended into a full-blown police state in several areas of the country. It is only a matter of time before every city, town, county and rural area is effected with this government’s Draconian rules of enforcement. We, the people, still have the right to make private informed decisions. Presently, the most important one is whether, or not, we fight the injustice poisoning the nation, or, surrender to this regime’s Gestapo – Homeland Security, and be herded like cattle into FEMA camps. If you decide to fight our collective enemy, then you must have the physical strength and stamina for survival.

At this stage, every American should be focused on eradicating anything in their lives which affects their ability to defend not only family and friends, but themselves. Be it food, alcohol, drugs, sex, television, porn, whatever; it’s time we dispense with all the trappings from those that are hell-bent on our destruction. These indulgences are meant to further entrap and enslave the nation and so far our enemy has done a bang-up job ensnaring the American public. Anyone offended or angry that I chose to share my assessment on this matter, I hope it compels you to take a deep look inside yourself. And don’t bother preaching at this author. My trials and tribulations with weight management, prescription drugs and low self-esteem affords me the luxury of stating my personal opinion on these particular issues.

Out of sight, a battle for the American Republic looms large on the far horizon and it will require every single American standing together regardless of age, race, creed, infirmity or disability, yet, common sense dictates that the healthier the people in mind, body and soul, the better chance for survival and ultimately, victory.

Whitewraithe~