Devastation In The East

Our thoughts, hearts and prayers go out to all those affected by the terrible earthquake in China and the devastating cyclone in Myanmar. Our mortality can be but a fleeting moment. May we all realize that disasters can happen to anyone at anytime in any part of the world. We should live our lives accordingly and treat it as the gift that it is. Starting today please make the most of your life and of those around you as tomorrow is no guarantee. I welcome anyone to post comments that include information for relief efforts for the affected areas and ideas to help. Remember one person can make a difference even if only one person is helped. That person could someday be you.

Juvenile Detention Centers "Who is in charge?"

Talk about giving "reformed" criminals a second chance. In the great state of NJ, yes even if you have committed murder, a cushy state job may be awaiting you. For instance in one correctional facility for juveniles a position that pays $90.000 p/year is held by someone who committed murder by burning alive an elderly couple. Now he helps run a juvenile detention center. Again a prime example where in the state of NJ it pays to be a criminal. Personally I believe all murders (not including self defense), rapists and pedophiles do not deserve a 2nd chance. They are a waste and a drain to society. An automatic and swift death penalty should be met out on DNA convicted cases. Instead in NJ, if you play the system right, you may be plugged into a cushy job. Convicted murderers can inspire troubled youth by literally showing them that they too may become financially successful and on the tax payer's expense. Funny that the same juvenile system has a problem with paying out excess overtime to its employees. Hmmm. Check out 101.5 on Jim's page to follow this story. Your take on this? Don't be shy and sound off.