The nerve of some people... If you know me you know that I am a medic in the Army. I see patients every single day... some with some serious problems, but mostly people that are trying to get out of PT or work or trying to build their medical packet up. I have had a patient for the last week or so that I see everyday. He is a great young man with some serious problems.... Problems that have made me stop and think about my life and where I want it to go and to think about what I am thankful for. Unfortunately due to all the people that fake stuff to pat their medical records so they can get disability when they get out, this soldiers care has been delayed. He is probably the most serious patient that I have seen, but he is accused of faking his problems and even gets made fun of for his health issues that he now has because he served his country. WHAT THE FUCK GOES THROUGH PEOPLE'S MINDS? What the hell gives them the right to treat a hero like that? No he didn't die in battle, but he did enough that he is going to have problems for the rest of his life. He will end up getting 100% disablity for the issues he now has. I feel bad for this guy.... you know what he feels? sorry...... for himself you ask.... NO! He is sorry that he comes in and makes me work. He is sorry that his wife has to get up at 2 am and take him to the emergency room. He is sorry that he isn't able to play with his son every time he wants to play. Whats he feel? He feels embaressed that he isn't capable of taking care of him self. He feels that he isn't a good husband or father because he has medical issues. He feels like a burden. I can't imagune what he goes through and I see him everyday, I feel bad for this guy even though he doesn't feel bad for himself. Having him come into my life, and seeing a little bit of his life I laugh.... Not at him or his situation, but at the other people that I see on a day to day basis that think THEY have it so damn hard. This experience, though it isn't over yet, has been a huge eye opener for me and I am greatful for it.
RANT part 2! Family
My grandmother recently passed away and my grandfather is declining. I know what is ahead for him, and who can blame him for giving up? He lost the love of his life... she passed away exactly 2 weeks before their 60th anniversary. I don't like to think about it but my grandpa won't be around much longer. It upsets me, but what really pisses me off is that some of his kids don't seem to mind that their mother passed away and their father isn't far behind, all they give a damn about is the money and what possesions they are getting. It's not all of my aunts and uncle... but it shouldn't be any of them! They treat my grandpa like a piece of dog shit on the bottom of their shoe. I'm sorry but family is all you have in this screwed up world and you don't treat them like that! I spent 3 hours tonight talking to my father and my cousin/best friend chris and I warned them that they need to straighten out their brothers sisters / aunts uncles before I come home. I have family and friends that I can not live with out.... then I have some family that I dont give a damn if they are in my life or not. I told both my dad and my cousin chris... this needs to be taken care of before I come home again. I don't care who's feelings I hurt, who's toes I step on, or who I piss off. I WILL NOT STAND FOR THIS BEHAVIOR! I love all of my family and would die for them or spend the rest of my life in prison for them if that is whats necissary. I don't let anyone treat my family poorly if I am able to have anything to do with that. So what in the hell makes them think I will let them treat each other like crap? I have met a lot of people over the 24 years I have been on this earth.... but you know who I stay in touch with and who has always been there for me come hell or high water? MY FAMILY! I have so many great memories with family and will make a bunch more before I die. Family is all anyone can rely on so I don't understand how money and possesions are more important to people... Shit like this is exactly why I have grey hair at my young age!
You are an awesome man and you are exactly right on both counts. Some people will never understand some of the things some of our service men and women have been through or will suffer from the rest of their lives just because they cared enough to serve their country and even server the sorry @$$ people who criticize them for it.
ReplyDeleteand on the other thing - some people only show their true colors when dollar signs are involved the rest of the time they seem like okay people - even in our own families and it's sad. They don't realize that putting those dollars ahead of the people in their lives costs more than the dollars are really worth. Money can't buy anything in this world more important than good family relationships. You are an awesome man with a clear perspective much wiser than your 24 years.
Ditto what your Mama said, but also, I know a lot about how that young man feels. I feel so bad for all I have put your Grandpa through. He is a good man and will always be there for me, but it's hard to give up being able to do simple things for yourself and those you love.
ReplyDeleteI've never served my country in the way he has and I can't blame injuries for the serious health issues I deal with daily, but I have worked hard all my life and striven to serve my family, my community and my Lord. The last thing on this earth I ever want to become is a burden to anyone . . . I'm glad you are learning this lesson as hard as it is because life is a fragile thing. It should never be taken lightly and all too often those who do so are taking their own lives lightly. Death can come in an instant - I know you know that. I, too am keenly aware of that. Life is precious and so is family. I'm so proud of you Robbie and the young man you are still becoming. You will only become wiser and better on your journey through this life. I pray every day that it will be a safe journey for you.
Family relationships are basically all we have left when it's all said and done.
You know how we are. THINGS have never, ever impressed me. Kindness, love and consideration; respect, duty and dignity. These things impress me and you are definitely developing these characteristics. I love you most! Grandmam