http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blogBLOG RSSWed, 12 Aug 2020 15:39:46 GMTWed, 12 Aug 2020 15:39:46 GMThttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/is-too-much-news-good-newsAre we drowning in 'bad news?Yes, but the polarized 20% on each end of the spectrum loves it!    The remaining 60% of the population, the middle, moderates, 'silent majority' are stressing out with the overabundance of sour grapes, hate talk, misinformation, slander, and outright lies.  The last several election cycles have elevated 'trash-talk' from an art to a total science in convincing the population that what they saw with their own eyes or heard with their own ears didn't happen andFri, 17 Feb 2023 21:33:29http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/is-too-much-news-good-newshttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-decision-2020Pathways: Decision 2020...The ride ahead arduous along our pathways, no matter where you are along this turbulent political spectrum.Lots of 'stuff' is going to be articulated as an absolute fact.  You can sort through what is real and what is poppycock.START:  you must also purge what you think you know or have heard as being 'absolute fact'....start fresh.Some steps:1. Make a list of the issues key to you...4 or 5 max!   Do your own research on these only from the candidates' ownWed, 07 Oct 2020 17:25:26http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-decision-2020http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-10-12-20-understanding-the-polling-factors-this-timePathways 10-12-20Understanding the polling factors this time...There is an abundant number of polls regarding the upcoming elections, and they vary depending on sampling sizes, technique, and question phraseology.Please note there is a vast difference between the 2020s polls and 2016s polls.  I will make an attempt to note the differences in a non-partisan manner....i will do my best...The 2016 polls were mainly based on the historical turnout of traditional voters.  1. They did notTue, 13 Oct 2020 19:24:06http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-10-12-20-understanding-the-polling-factors-this-timehttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-10-21-20-anger-management-ptss-and-depressionAnger management, PTS, and depression are symptoms felt by many Facebook followers each day!You might feel the aforementioned each time you read, delete, or make a post.Feeling like you would like to grab and shake some posters who see the world from another universe than the one you are living in is a common thing amongst Facebook followers.The lies and the even more lies are depressing, and they originate from all parts of the political spectrum. These types of posts go beyondTue, 13 Oct 2020 19:32:05http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-10-21-20-anger-management-ptss-and-depressionhttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/americaAmerica!  Pathways 10-7-20Many are stressed, beyond beliefs!Depression is really real and painful with no delights...Vigilant and dogmatic are our beliefs, sure real?. Emotions supercharged and sometimes overcharged,Ready to fight, all uptight and peace is outta sight!Comments perceived as condemnations spark fires mysteriously ignite in the night!Angry actions, ready to fight,  get the guns, oh the might in the nite!Politicians pontificate rights, but few are left willing toWed, 07 Oct 2020 15:50:36http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/americahttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-definitions-differPathways - Definitions differ...Everyone has their own opinions and definitions of what makes a protestor, vandal, or looter...and they vary widely.I would like to hear you, please. Enlighten me, disagree, or agree. Can we make this a discussion and not a political rant?Definitions of protestors, vandals, and looters:Type: They are of all ages, genders, and of many ethnic heritages.  Glittering generalities of these categories have no place in my world.A PROTESTOR states an opinionWed, 07 Oct 2020 16:28:13http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-definitions-differhttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/the-ripples-that-made-the-changeToday along the Pathways…The Ripples that couldPositive change starts with a small ripple, iIn the waters of life, That flows into the sea of humanity, That powers the little sailboats of people, Who then catches the current that moves all in the same direction.It does not start with a huge wave.  It's peaceful...Can you start a positive ripple today?See you along our pathways…Wed, 07 Oct 2020 16:01:57http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/the-ripples-that-made-the-changehttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathway-the-checkout-lanePathways-  The Checkout LaneMy mother used to give my sister and I Cod Liver Oil.  I can still taste the awful stuff.  It was supposed to ward off terrible things and I guess it worked because both of us are still here.Terrible things continue to happen right here in River City each day!   But, short of a total international ‘thought restructuring’, maybe we are screwed?'Who ya gonna call' when the grim reaper shows up and the Humpty Dumpty of world debt falls off of the world's combinedWed, 07 Oct 2020 16:56:46http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathway-the-checkout-lanehttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-conspiracies-would-bePathways   -  Conspiracies would be?I woke up this morning with my phone by my sideI found Facebook and read it with a tear in my eyeTurned on FOX blaring aloud with riots and plots that were scary to meAnd flipped to CNN and fell deeper into despair.Now I am crying with doom and reality looking for me. I am looking for a place to hide.Thought might be something of the truth that could make me high.Up popped MSNBC and I held on moment desiring for good news, but it wouldn't be there,Wed, 07 Oct 2020 17:10:05http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-conspiracies-would-behttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/6-top-tips-for-a-tip-top-blogMany website owners have learned that keeping content fresh keeps visitors returning, a Blog therefore is one of our greatest marketing assets. Giving your visitors good content every day or every week can be very difficult, the tips below will help you write content and say the right sort of things.Some sound advice on successful blogging Tips for maintaining a great blog When writing consider the Blog’s objective. Perhaps you have started a Blog as a news tool to inform visitors aboutWed, 12 Aug 2020 16:48:07http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/6-top-tips-for-a-tip-top-bloghttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/loyal-compassionate-comforting-caring-and-trustworthyThere are many angry barking dogs out there right now.Finding a dog that is a true companion, loyal, comforting, and genuinely cares about you is really important to you, is like a new trick. Happy Dogs can learn new tricks. Angry dogs only remember how to bite and are very unpredictable.Wed, 12 Aug 2020 16:26:28http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/loyal-compassionate-comforting-caring-and-trustworthyhttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-the-edgy-planetThe world and even our nation when being looked at as a flat surface look right, left, and even top or bottom.  Wow, it really does.But, the world and our nation aren't flat in reality...they are curved in every direction.We seldom think of the diameter of this blue marble.   Where is the top or bottom?  Our minds determine that like lots of things.  It is all in the perspective of where you are looking from or for.Perspectives are weird things too.   Everyone has some, just like everyoneTue, 18 Aug 2020 01:45:33http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-the-edgy-planethttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-political-scientistsBeing a political scientist is bedded in being objective and finding solid facts while vetting and investigating trending information and then explaining your findings. I find that extreme and pungent partisanship to be offensive, particularly when supported by data sources being conspiracy sites supported by deep state or foreign-funded or supported sources.There is always a place for solid issue debate.The slandering of candidates of any party is distasteful and makes it difficult forTue, 18 Aug 2020 01:40:09http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/pathways-political-scientistshttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/why-your-titles-should-be-no-longer-than-thisWhen you're writing your next post, consider this: 80% of people will read your blog headline, but only 20% will stay for the rest.  So, if headlines are 400% more important than what comes after them (where there’s already ever-increasing competition to attract eyes), you need to be more concise than ever to get attention.The Importance of Title LengthA guide on the right length for your post titlesIf you want to keep your followers’ attention while conveying your brilliant wordplay, keepTue, 08 Sep 2015 11:14:25http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/why-your-titles-should-be-no-longer-than-thishttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/welcome-to-our-blog-but-what-is-itThe word "blog" is short for Web Log. It is basically a series of posts in reverse chronological order posted by a website owner. A Blog can be treated like a diary, a news feed, a place for ‘how-to’ articles or simple thoughts and discussions.Getting to know the Blog featureTake the first steps towards writing your own professional blogIt’s likely you will use it to communicate with your website visitors about your website topic. You may wish to tell visitors about your day-to-day life orTue, 08 Sep 2015 11:13:30http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/welcome-to-our-blog-but-what-is-ithttp://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/to-blog-or-not-to-blog-blog.-of-course-wed-say-thatSure, blogs need a fair amount of work, but they boost Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and pay dividends in the long run. And if you’re not sure what to write, check out Elance or Freelancer.com for affordable alternatives.A well maintained blog is a very useful toolHow can a blog help your website become more visible?Why? The short answer: blogs strengthen your website’s visibility.Blogs are business opportunities that help you:Command attention from your customers. Use Hootsuite orTue, 08 Sep 2015 11:14:16http://zbuilder.com/jim-s-blog/to-blog-or-not-to-blog-blog.-of-course-wed-say-that