I’m getting pretty fed up with American incompetence. As of late, I've been inundated with it on a daily basis. While I have many, many friends and family who don’t fall under this category, it seems that a vast amount of us do. We have trouble doing the simplest of tasks…especially (and ironically) the ones that fall under our “job description”. It’s not a wonder why we continue to be passed up (and laughed at) by other nations (usually ones WE scoff at) when our poor work ethic and our inflated sense of “being owed” is egregiously out of control. Whether it’s the automotive industry, medical field, service sector, government, mortgage and banking, or any of the hundreds of other industries out there, we often lack the most basic of proficiencies. We need secondary “watch dog” agencies to overlook our every move and ensure we don’t cut corners out of laziness or greed. When we do commit errors, we are reluctant to take responsibility and even stand behind flagrant half-truths (as well as bold-faced lies)…all the while sporting a self-appreciative smirk on our face and an obnoxious sign on our tip cup. For Christ’s sake, HAVE SOME PRIDE IN YOUR WORK and YOUR LIFE, America! Our country is going down the tubes and all we’re worried about is who got kicked off Dancing with the Stars. Come on! Put down your iPhone, Blackberry or Droid for a minute, pay attention to what you’re doing, do it to the best of your ability, and for the love of God, finish what you start!
Just sayin'...
