The poncho was clear. Let me repeat... the poncho was, is, and for as long as it isn't dirty, will remain clear. Like a clear book-bag. You can see through it. Clear as in plastic clear.

I think it's funny that you have to get so angry over some spelling errors, a few grammar mistakes. Are you having a crappy day? It seems like it.

If his "unintelligence" is so upsetting, you could just stop reading his articles... but wait... no, that would not work either. Never mind.

The good Capt. is definitely not dumb.

Peace,

Beebes

while you're at it it's DaVinci

Obviously you need to spend more time reading mine and my friends' articles.

and with that attitude you're not doing yourself any favours in getting readership.

I changed the spelling for Jamie because I respect his opinion.

Texas, I'm glad you're still trying to find humor in this. I just don't understand why zombie thinks my parents are stupid just because I don't spell very well.

For one, my mom helped me pass a lot of my college english tests last year and my dad helped me with my pre-calculus every now and then. Not that I needed it. I did it because they like thinking about stuff like that just as much as I do.

I like school. In fact, I can't stand going on spring break or winter break because of it. Basically, I'm not as dumb as you were hoping for.

Capt. over and out!

Obviously you need to spend more time reading mine and my friends' articles.

Obviously you need to take a freakin' chill pill, dude.  Don't blame me for some old chick yelling at you and your teacher getting all in your face.

If you want to be taken seriously, you have to act accordingly sometimes.  No-one is expecting you to act you age, and I never made any mention of that in my response.

Zombie...I usually come down on your side, but even I have to say that comment about BK was a bit harsh.

Texas, I'm glad you're still trying to find humor in this.

Half humorous, half serious. I get tired of pissing contests about who makes more money. Money doesn't make you smart, it doesn't make you more moral, more happy, a better speller, or anything like that. Camel and the eye of the needle, baby.

Trina~ Are you offended by me saying that there are people that want to make these opinions because I can't spell as good as some of the others? I'm sticking up for myself, whether you like it or not. That's just how I am doing it. I wrote the article and I'm going to defend it.

Capt. over and out!

P.S.~ I think you might want to go see what my friend, death-by-beebles, is up to...

I'm sorry Texas, that's not where I was going with it at all. I was just saying, they are active, intelegent, and respected people in the area that I live in. I just simply can't stand by and take any blows to my parents. They have done too much for me and my sisters to deserve that. Again, I'm am most sorry Texas.

Capt. over and out!

I'm not offended about anything - you just seem pretty bitter and it's coming across in most of your comments - to Dharma and Jamie - and people pull you up on things like spellling and grammar because they want to HELP you.
DaVinci is a famous guy called Leonardo DaVinci not the vinci, Jamie is a teacher so grammar and pet-peeves about spelling and such is his thing. Dharma is a parent, I think I read somewhere zombie is too.
The easy thing to do would have been just to edit but say Hey guys thanks for the spelling/grammar lesson I've fixed them up but can we get back on topic.

Failing that tell everyone you're making a point about schools not teaching kids to spell correctly and this is your proof.

the reason that schools do not teach you to express yourself is because the arts are not funded in the No Child Left Behind Act. The act just funds standardized testing in core subjects such as math, science, social studies, reading, and writing. The head honchos over in Washington label all subject matter within the arts as "extra curricular activities". This is complete bullshit!!! The arts are special because they not only stimulate the cognitive domain of the brain, but they also stimulate a student's affective and psychomotor domains as well, thus giving a student a WELL ROUNDED EDUCATION. The only thing that the big wigs in charge see is that it's good to have a marching band or someone singing at a football game. This only aids in the strive to be mediocre in today's society. Sad, isn't it?!

Allison,

Your reasoning makes absolutely no sense. The No Child Left Behind Act was intended to focus on the academic arena of education. Of course there is no funding in this act for the arts because the arts are federally funded by other entities such as the NEA (National Endowment for the Arts). I went to a performing arts high school. All of our funding for the arts was received through the NEA and other such federally funded agencies. The NCLB was specifically designed to keep schools from passing students from grade to grade without teaching them all of the academics.

You really should research legislation before you condemn it.

Whats funny is that I was just poking a little fun. I didn't get the slightest bit upset until I was called a "dick" and even now I'm not overly worried about it.
See, this is a huge problem with todays kids - wound up way too tight. Overly concerned about what to wear instead of bettering themselves. The captain has fallen prey to the worst of Americas evils - focus group based advertising. He's fallen into the myth that he should be allowed to wear what he wants, whenever he wants, and little things like stupid school rules aren't overly important.
Ponchos, clear are not, are discouraged from schools because the standard poncho is not clear and can easily hide weapons. The "no poncho" rule is for your own safety. It would seem that a clear poncho should skirt this rule, then you have to deal with making exceptions to given rules in place for student safety. And although it may not happen at your school, I promise you that if an exception is made for a clear poncho someone, somewhere would use that as a basis to sue a school district to make other exceptions, and then the rules to prevent clothing that can hide weapons are pointless... and your safety in school is a little less degraded. My point is not that I agree or disagree, merely the why and how of "no ponchos".

Whether the Captain is dumb or not I'll leave to those that would know him. He seems to have a solid base of friends and that says alot about him... says things I respect. It's when you stop caring about how you present your ideas to the public that you lose ground and your ability to fight for your beliefs are eroded. Dude, Im not some old guy that doesn't understand you... I've fought the fight, I've been in your shoes, and if anything, by getting on your ass about spelling I'm helping you deliver your message clearer and with alot more respectability. Guys that worked for me in my tattoo shop didn't understand why I'd get onto them about their appearance when they went to court dates. Presentation is everything in the public realm, and sometimes brushing your hair and covering that ink can make the difference of spending time in jail or just paying a fine. Like I said, I've fought the fight.

So don't get too wound up... mostly Im yanking your chain to make a point, and you're letting me. Also, sorry about the parent remark; I should have kept it between us. Good luck with your public speaking unit.

Oh, and the money thing? Money doesn't give your life value, but it is a good indicator as to the choices you've made in life, which is a sign of intelligence. You don't find too many brain surgeons working at Wal*Mart, and you don't see many idiots owning multi-million dollar corporations. The value in my life comes from my family, and that is far richer than any job anyone can have.

Later boys and girls.

Capt.: No worries. You were responding in kind and it's your blog and not really my business, anyway, but I see it a lot (not from you), and it bugs me. I have trouble keeping my mouth shut sometimes.

Presentation is everything in the public realm

Bingo.  You can be smart as hell, sharper than anyone else...but you turn in a resume or essay that has horrid spelling in it and it's going to get passed over.  I guarantee it.

Same goes for clothing.  Clothes do NOT maketh the man, but....and I think that may have been what your teacher was trying to express.

 

I think this whole conversation has taken a really weird turn. I happen to know Zombie did not intend to ridicule Captain with his first comments. I think he was trying to make a point and teach him something about communication. If you expect to be treated as an adult, then you should try to always present yourself as one. I don't know where the whole thing got off track, but I think everyone got a little too heated somewhere.

Captain, as someone who went to a school that had no dress code or any limitations on "creativity," I feel ya, but sometimes the outer appearance of creativity is not what it is all about. Some of the most creative and charasmatic people I have ever known look like your everyday Joe (or JU lol). Keep the focus on learning as much as you can. There will be plenty of time after school for ponchos and mohawks, etc.

You don't find too many brain surgeons working at Wal*Mart

Hey....I used to resemble that remark...lol. Zombie doesn't believe the amount of money you make correlates to your intelligence either. After all he is married to me, and I make no money at all...just feed his ass and birth his children...lol

Oh, and the money thing? Money doesn't give your life value, but it is a good indicator as to the choices you've made in life, which is a sign of intelligence. You don't find too many brain surgeons working at Wal*Mart, and you don't see many idiots owning multi-million dollar corporations. The value in my life comes from my family, and that is far richer than any job anyone can have.

I didn't see this part before.

I like you zombie, you know I do, but this is the second time I've seen you get into a pissing contest over who makes more money. I think it's fabulous that you have created a comfortable life for your family, but that's were my admiration for your earning power ends and my admiration for you as the person with a family you love and values that you fight for and a career that you have worked hard to build begins. You make a lot of money . . . good for you. My husband's one of the smartest, hardest working, most compassionate guys I know, and he doesn't make much more than that Wal-Mart employee. So what? Money doesn't define us.

Camel and the eye of the needle, dude.