Good folks…

While having my morning cup of Earl Grey tea just now, I came across this article. I found it a refreshing change with all the crap that has been taking place recently. I also related well to it because I have fairly frequently forgotten money in the pockets of my clothing and my housekeeper has never taken it.

I do believe that as screwed up as the world may appear to be today, there are more good people around than bad. I have met others who think differently who feel that the forces of evil and bad folks prevail. I can’t be that pessimistic, I’m sorry to say.

Recently, a gay male patient that I have in my private practice, came to see me on account of perianal genital warts. In order to examine him, I told him to remove his pants and underwear. He glared at me and brightly informed me that he does not wear underwear at all. So I asked him if that was his choice. He said yes. He then told me that, “Freaks rule the world!” This he said with a rather sheepish grin on his face. I responded by saying to him, “I beg your pardon, but I am no freak, and I am in charge here. Freaks do not rule the world!”……… Then again, with some of our world leaders, one wonders if he was not indeed correct…….

Do you feel that the world has more bad than good people in it? I don’t, but feel free to comment as I like good constructive discussion. Well, I am on call this weekend, but, the consolation is that I am going away next Thursday. Something to look forward to. TGIF!!

9 Responses to “Good folks…”

  1. Krueger Says:
    Thanks for the thought and sharing the information about the Dan Rather article on ‘good folks.’ Its a timely reminder indeed of the prevailing goodness of most people, and I am especially reminded of all my Georgian classmates - baring none, who have so readily demonstrated the spirit of goodness illustrated in Dan Rather’s story. May all readers out there find the goodness today that frequently goes unnoticed in our maddening rush to keep pace with the world.
  2. SEVEN Says:
    Going where? Coming my way I hope??? Rufie, I can share brothers with you can’t I?
  3. Rufie Says:
    You most certainly can do so Seven, but remember…be careful what you wish for?
  4. Dr. D. Says:
    Seven, I go to Grenada on Thursday for three days, return to Jamdown on Sunday. Then I’m off to Ft. Lauderdale the following Tuesday night! So, I guess I will be coming to knock on your door so that you and Midas can provide the impoverished Doc. with some of the greenbacks that I understand Midas produces like magic! We’ll be in touch Sev. (And by the way, please bear in mind that my taste is rather expensive, so though I’m begging, as much as can be shared with a friend is welcome!)
  5. Mad Bull Says:
    Rufie is right, Seven! Be careful! Mind he becomes a permanent house guest! I read the Dan Rather article, it was great! Gives one hope.
  6. Da Goddess Says:
    And, California is WHEN? By the way, I think there are many more GOOD people in this world….
  7. Jamie Says:
    Something stimulating to think about after all the childish shit going on in my life……..I love this post…..I read the article and I agree I truely believe there are more “good people” in the world than bad, but what people tend to overlook, is what is going on in their personal lives with the “bad people” they can’t see past the bad to see the good….Great post!!!!!!!!!!!!! If you don’t mind at some point I’d like to swipe this article from you, mind you, giving credit where credit is due, where I got the idea, and incorporate it into a post in the future on my blog…..but not without your permission…… Thank you for such a reminder of life and people in this world, that even if you are in the gutter minds of the “bad pepole” you can still look up and see the “light” so to speak and see the good in a person, rather labled bad, hyporicate, good or just plain living in a glass house. There is so much in life to be greatful for and it is all in our grasp.
  8. Dr. D. Says:
    Jamie, feel free to use the article, it was not written by me as you are aware. Glad you found the post interesting. Goddess, California is possibly next year. I will see, but, if you extend the invitation properly, one never knows, I could get there like…yesterday! Mad Bull, watch out my yute, careful that I have to send two shotta down de man yard, seen??? Jus cool.
  9. SEVEN Says:
    To Mb and Doc - to use the words you both assaulted me with for many of my earlier years - calm thyselves!!! Anyway Doc - just mek sure seh u have mi numbah - and do what you can to pry MB away from his home and work computers and get him to come soon too please!!!!!