Great Comment here from a Firefighter

January 28, 2017 at 8:32 AM

Firefighter cancer is a looming personal catastrophe for each and every fire
fighter. Cancer is the most dangerous and unrecognized threat to the health and
safety of our nation’s firefighters.
Multiple studies, including the soon-to-be-released NIOSH cancer study, have
repeatedly demonstrated credible evidence and biologic creditability for statisti
cally higher rates of multiple types of cancers in firefighters compared to the
general American population including:
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Testicular cancer (2.02 times greater risk)
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Multiple myeloma (1.53 times greater risk)
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Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (1.51 times greater risk)
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Skin cancer (1.39 times greater risk)
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Prostate cancer (1.28 times greater risk)
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Malignant melanoma (1.31 times great risk)
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Brain cancer (1.31 times greater risk)
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Colon cancer (1.21 times great risk)
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Leukemia (1.14 times greater risk)
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Breast cancer in women (preliminary study results from the San Francisco Fire
Department)
We are just beginning to understand the horrific magnitude of the problem,
the depth of our naiveté, the challenges involved and the changes required in
education, training, operations, medical screenings and personal accountability
to effectively address cancer in the fire service.

See cancer kills just like bullets. We need to do something about each of them.

Interest

Yes, there indeed seems to be something here. Can you imagine for a moment . . . 9 Trillion in Debt - right. Interest has to be paid on them bonds. Seems to be the greatest transfer of funds since god only knows. More answers for your questions tomorrow.

Especially  since  F D R  ( &  Pres.  Carter ) , this  flag  

increasingly  promoted  The  CAPITALISM  Policy  of .. 

legalizing  The  CRIMEs  of .. LOOTING $  The  " 99 % "  by  

the  private , fascist  rich  %  " 1 % ".. ie.  massive  looting  

( &  enslavement ) by  their  private  banks .. plus ..NO  Rights  

to  JUSTICE  in  any  U.S.  Courts  for  the  " 99 % " !  !

Trump - Muslims & The Big Picture

January 30, 2017 at 1:09 PM

He got a guy killed in Yemen and Iran is closing the door to Americans and the Muslims are worked up all over the world and you voted for trump?????

Now lets not jump to conclusions here. Where did I ever mention my voting preference? It's a violent world out there and I can't blame the lose of a Navy Seal on Trump. I mean really . . . how could it be construed that Trump killed a service man. Now correct me if I'm wrong . . . weren't the Muslims worked up before Trump landed in office? Finally, Iran has been less than hospitable to Americans and Western culture in general. So they're closing their borders. Some wrestlers are upset but really. We'll survive this border closing.

Here's a thought for y'all. We voted a businessman into The White Office. After having politicians and lawyers running the show for what seems forever . . . isn't it about time? Perhaps good will come out of this.

Missed the Point

February 1, 2017 at 8:05 AM

the muslims are not people the way the carry on. they have to be destroyed we have to win the war

I'm thinking this poster missed the point. What do you think?

Muslims vs The World

AnonymousJanuary 31, 2017 at 9:53 AM

Do you think the Muslims are winning?

Man . . . I think we are all losing bigtime. Just this week a Canadian Shooting and a U.S Seal killed in action, not to mention a dead 8 year old.

Colorado National Speedway Rookie Driver of The Year

Man . . . got to hangout with one character who truly has a need for speed. Dalton Hewitt! One's a driver and one is finishing up his third novel. 

Trump?

Pro Trump Curt?

During the campaign Trump was criticized for his comment about not accepting the outcome of the election if he lost. Now I get the feeling these very people who found this statement so unacceptable are now referring to Trump as not legitimate. I mean what's good for the goose is good for the gander - right? I find it refreshing that a political candidate is doing what he said he was going to do in the election. I mean agree with him or not, ya gotta appreciate that.

Perhaps 3 months to strengthen a vetting system isn't too much to ask. Is it?

Blue Buffalo? Really?

Okay so the commercial pans over all kinds of select foods, salmon and cuts of beef and a lady says "My dog is a part of our family so we feed him like one." Now wait a minute here, I checked and Blue buffalo is $52 bucks vs about $20 for 'normal' run of the mill food. Can't this family save $32 bucks and donate it to a worthy cause? Say something that helps out abused animals. We've all seen the commercials depicting sad dog eyes. Or why don't the makers of Blue Buffalo market their product to do-gooders who would love to purchase the different flavors, including duck and lamb, to feed the hungry (humans) in this world. Man a nation that feeds its dogs gourmet meals has an obscene streak in it I tell ya.

Time for The World Community to tackle Cancer

As a war like nation, the U.S. is always declaring war on drugs, terrorism, Iraq and-and-and. Gotta agree with this writer yesterday from comments. The world needs to hold hands and get after the positives in life as in health issues.

Cancer is a major killer for sure. So where does the true problem lay? Is the problem with the government who spends billions on war (bombs), with the pharmaceutical companies, or with regulations. It is atrocious that we live in a country where hard working young people have mortgaged their future on their education only to graduate and be unable to get jobs that can offer reasonable insurance. I know that this is sort of rumbly, sorry. Cancer sucks it affects all of us. It should be a priority for not only our government, but those around the world too. Peace out

Medicine not Bombs!

This is a response from yesterday's post.


Well I am confused over the last post. Cancer sure is a big worry, but there are some of us that will fight to the finish to stop cancer in their lives.

I was a 1st responder for more than 34 years and I was exposed to all kind of bad shit and brother it has caused me many deep, dark times when it is something that is attacking me.

There is a reason it is called one of the silent killers of the human population.

I am very happy to report that I have been able to face the devil 5 times and walked away to fight another day.

Regular screening and awareness helps, but it does not take away the fear from within that the next time will be your last fight.

I kind of think of the days I worked hand in hand with Law Enforcement on a daily basis and yes I picked up some of my friends after there were killed or wounded for doing their duty. Guns do not killed people it is people killing people that needs to be changed.

Guns do not make any ones life better, just ask any vet or cop if the guns they used on a daily basis help the world become better. Guns are a defensive thing and not a positive influence on our core existence.

So I tell one and all fight cancer and help save your fellow human beings.

I hope this does not cause anyone to raise up in arms for me telling them to face the truth.


I appreciate your response bigtime to yesterdays post. I believe the comment yesterday is a matter of perspective. For example, U.S. citizens were hammered with an estimated 1.7 million cases of cancer for the year just ended. Yes 1.7! How many died in Afghanistan? 14. Which should concern you more? Under 3000 died in the Twin Towers tragedy. So why are we so war like and pound our Nations budget with defense spending when our medical situation is an absolute mess. Taken as a whole, Terrorism is losing - Cancer is gaining - one precious life at a time. Medicine not Bombs! 

Cancer always has been The Enemy

Doug is an amazing man. Please consider his words of wisdom. Really consider them.

Another cancer post. Do a google search for who has done the most to fight for a cure for Cancer. Democrats or Republicans? Post if you know. Search the results. They call Each Other the cancer. What about the cure!!! Has cancer hit you yet? If not, chances are it will. Facebook and all this bullshit over right or wrong in this election bores the hell out of me. So I'm watching all my friends and family fight over who is right. Democrats or Republicans. Fighting over topics that most don't understand or at least I don't. If we did we have no influence anyways. I watch riots and walkouts from both sides. I watch long life friends and family argue to the point of belittling each others right to their opinion. Such separation in our country. So many topics that are so important to so many. John Wash, Gary Kroeger, Curt Kouri, Curt Rude, Howard Kinsel, Vince Howard, James Draeger, James Wiley, Donna Combs, Anthony Quinney, Ryan Watson, Sami Logan Gentles, Cindy Samudia. It really doesn't matter who is doing the most when people are dying everyday. People really talk a strong game when they fight for their party. For politicians, it's about votes and support. I guess I'm lucky to be an American. I can carry a gun or kiss a man on my couch. lol. I don't care to do either!! Find a cure. My wife Marcie Zrubek is not the only one with terminal cancer. You can't shoot it and you can't gay it away.

Many Thanks to Smashword Readers

Thanks for the interest in my stories.

Mayo Staff and Chicago Captain agree . . . Brand of Justice could have Happened

just finished brand of Justice and luved it curt. 3 perfect murders wow now onto Justice

After putting the story together I bounced it off of nursing staff at Mayo. They agreed the murders could infact take place. Next I presented the story to a Captain from Chicago who figured no CSI types would uncover the true reason for the deaths.

I was Nervous for Trump

Constitution mandates the President be sworn in before noon. Right? Man, President Trump made it without a minute to spare.

John Sanford may have Hit on Something

In John Sandford's latest Virgil Flowers novel, Escape Clause, this passage is found on page 238. These are two folks discussing a cop.

"You're telling me to be careful," Virgil said.
"I'm telling you to be careful for her," Bill said. "There's a violence inside her that might be looking for a way to get out."
"That's true of a lot of cops," Virgil said. "It might even be necessary."

So is this passage truth of fiction? Consider all the police beatings and what not we have been experiancing. Yikes.

Embarrassed

Any and all, who have ever been involved in law enforcement, including yours truly, must do the walk of shame today. Evanston's finest beat a black doctoral student and then charged him with resisting arrest. They tell him he's lucky he didn't get shot. It takes a year or more for this video to even be released by the police. Then to top it off, a spokesperson said the officers were following policy and procedures. 

Quote of The Day

The most truly generous persons are those who give silently without hope of praise or reward. 

Carol Ryrie Brink

Oh C'mon man, I'm learning.

I realize I have not exactly been a right to own and carry advocate. Then along comes an armed citizen in Goodyear, Arizona. He askes a trooper if he needs help and then proceeds to shoot and kill the troopers attacker. Man, if ever there is an argument for guns in America. . . this is it.

Answers as Promised from recent Comments on This Blog

Weaker sex is a poor choice of words in my estimation. How about a person of lesser stature? Other than that I find your post very interesting.
Okay, so we agree. Good point. 'Weaker sex' is no doubt cliche, but oh come on man, ''lesser stature'? We both best just call 'em girls, gals, senioritas, women, ladies etc! 

We are all Americans. I hate hearing titles like Afro-Americans, Latino-Americans, Jewish-Americans, and even Native-Americans. Drop the first part of these labels. Just say I am an American PERIOD. When this titles are used they divide who we are FIRST AND FOREMOST,

It is past the time to stop singling out groups of people that divide the population into small groups as it helps cause people to fight each other.

Americans First and respect those that fight for our freedoms and protect us everyday. Vets, First Responders, Police, Firefighters of all race & colors need our respect, thanks for doing a job while putting their live on the line for all people and believe me their lives matter too.
Amen, I agree . It's like now a big time issue that some individuals in Chicago got charged with a 'hate crime' because they assaulted a fella and mentioned not liking him or something. Is that necessary? Can't we just call an assault an assault and move forward? Nope I guess not. Now we got to make a special crime for special groups. What'd ya think?

Curt, do you live in Austin Texas???? If so we would love to have you at one of our book club meetings.
Nope, I do not live in the lone star state. I do globe trot some. Message me contact info and I'll notify you when I land in Texas the next time. I love discussing my stories with interested folks.   

One Brave Hombre

Received this message yesterday. Love the brave stance. This man is not afraid to be heard. He signed this comment. Also I must say, the comment is rather thought provoking wouldn't you say? Tomorrow I'll jump on some of your questions. Comments on this blog get first priority, Be happy-Today could be your last.

         AMERICA  IMPRISONs  The  MOST  PEOPLE  Of  ANY  COUNTRY !  !

1/10/17

.. More  &  more  since  20 +  years  ago ,  I  use  to  say .. America  imprisons

The  HIGHEST  PERCENTAGE  Of  I T's  Population  than  any  other  country .

I  would  hear  this  from  Gove Vidal , plus  read  articles , etc ..

BUT .. weeks  ago ,  a  Common  Dreams  article  read  that  " NO ! ".. AMERICA

IMPRISONs  The  MOST  PEOPLE  Of  ANY  COUNTRY  ON  EARTH ..

.. why  not  China  or  India or  Russia  or  South  Africa , etc .. ?  ?

That  info.  does  NOT  make  me  feel  very  secure  ( as  to  *)  human  rights 

and  *)  civil  rights  .. being  entrapped  in  America  .

With  NO  RIGHTs  TO  JUSTICE  IN  ANY  U.S.  COURTs  ( unless  you  have  

lots  of  money , etc .. ) and  with  incompetent  " public  defender " scum  like  

DONNALLY  ( mis.-- )  representing  you , the  prison  warden  owns  your  a _ s .

No  wonder  U.S.  prisons  fill  up   $  $ ,             etc..                 M.C.S.