Jon Eugene: Blog

After seeing so much about the Chris Rock/Will Smith debate, I thought I would put my two cents worth in. Of course, I know it's only worth that, and probably less, but here goes:

Will Smith Slaps Chris Rock At Oscar Ceremonies!

Well, that’s what happened, but was Smith really provoked to the point of violence? No one in their right mind can really condone what Smith did. I’m just surprised that he used an open hand rather than a closed fist. Smith apologized for his actions, both at the Oscars to the Academy and in a later tweet to Mr. Rock himself. Mr. Rock has not commented as of this writing.

My question is this: should Mr. Rock’s comments not be censured as much as Mr. Smith’s actions? After all, Mr. Rock joked about Mrs. Smith’s medical condition. What kind of flack would he have received if he had made fun of a person with Down ’s syndrome? Or, how about poking fun at the actors in the movie “Children of Deaf Adults”? Boy, I couldn’t imagine the howling at that one. Or, maybe he should make jokes of the actors and thousands of people who suffer from AIDS.

But, the only person who has taken any heat has been Mr. Smith as he defended his wife’s honor. Mr. Rock has, to my knowledge, received any criticism for his lack of a filter on his mouth. And, while I know that women can (and should) speak up for themselves, but sometimes a man’s reptile brain just takes over and controls his actions. It’s kind of like the “fight or flight” syndrome, pretty much uncontrollable. This should have been handled in private, but the reptile brain wants what it wants.

If Mr. Smith has to take such heat, then so should Mr. Rock take his share of the blame with his more than insensitive comments.

As for Amy Shumer being traumatized: Grow up, girl! And, maybe take a lesson from this: don't make fun of people less fortunate than yourself. Sheesh!

Well, I got a number of good comments on this the first time I posted it, but, unbeknownst to me, there were quite a few typos. Another author (Mat Twassell) was kind enough to point them out, so I thought I should incorporate the changes and let ya'll reread it and see if the changes made much difference. They did to me, that's for sure. I hate reading (or trying to decipher) typos. So, there it is, or is that here it is? Anyway, enjoy. I hope to have the final part of the Jon and Lou saga written soon.

I've completed the 7th (and final) chapter of The Photographer's Fantasy: The Wedding, which, coincidentally is the 7th submission in the Photographer's Fantasy series. It is in the queue for publication later this morning. I think there may be one more in this series, but . . .

I hope to have more submissions in other stories later, as I have several other stories bopping about in my head and started on paper. However, my muse seems to be fickle and I will write when she inspires me.

So, hang in there, folks. I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your reading my little submissions and am glad that most of you who read and vote are giving me fairly high marks. In any event, whether you vote or not, thank you for reading. See you soon.

Chapters 2 through 5 are in the queue for publishing. I've grouped these together because they are short and push the story along with minimal sex. There is angst there, too, and it remains to be seen just what will come of it. Chapter 6 is written and proofread, but chapter 7 is giving me some problems. Hopefully it is not too much to overcome.

I need to apologize to all those who have written to me over the last few years for having lied to all of you. I had the next submission written, The Wedding, for the most part, but the ending wasn't coming together. I'm sure you've all read the reasons other authors have given you about why they haven't written, and mine kinda go along the same lines; but basically, my muse abandoned me, then life got complicated and I didn't (and still don't) have any real time to myself to get the writing done.

I'm still trying to come up with an ending, and as soon as I do, I'll get the final chapter(s) written and posted. I have 6 chapters done, and as I really hate "incomplete and inactive" stories, this may become one, so bear with me and be kind. Lou and Jon have a wedding to photograph, and it will involve some heartache and (I hope) redemption in the end.

Thank you for reading and being patient with me. I really appreciate it.