Originally Posted at: http://elderlawadvocates.org/lessons-learned-from-under-the-bus/
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Have you ever been thrown under the bus by a friend or boss and make the “sacrifice” for their
aspirations or goals? If so, you know how awful the experience can be. It seems as if it will never
end sometimes! But, rest assured, it does. And, while you may receive vindication in this lifetime
for the betrayal, know that if you don’t see it, it’s coming. You learn many lessons from under the
bus, with betrayal being one you have quite likely already experienced. Depending upon the
severity of your injuries, you also learn how to never let it happen again! Take it from me, you
never see that first hit coming. I didn’t. I suppose God wanted to relieve me of naivete, from which
I still occasionally suffer lapses.
I long to think of the World as a good place and that people are essentially good, despite their shortcomings. I no longer believe this is true. I believe there are good people and then there are a whole bunch of others, who pretend to be. I believe the World is a mixed bag of happiness, joy and gut wrenching pain with atrocities unimaginable. My “Under the Bus” years have given me wisdom beyond my years, for which I am grateful! I know that God “works all things for the Good of the Lord and those who are called according to His purpose.” I happen to be one of the called. So, I knew that God would back me up at some point in time and it would all make sense.
In the Psalms, David cried out to God repeatedly, asking why the wicked seemed to prosper while the righteous suffered? I have asked God the same question and there have been times when I became discouraged, frustrated that Justice was not “swift enough” to punish those plotting harm to innocent people. Sometimes, I wondered if justice would ever come at all. Now, I know that Justice always comes. I am seeing before my very own eyes–Justice coming! So, what happened and what have I learned? My “under the bus” experience occurred when my legal skills crossed paths with dirty politics in the 2012 Sheriff’s race.
My enemies consider me a “pitbull”, which is probably accurate if you harm someone I care about or cross me. I refuse to be bullied by anyone. I do not take well to threats, intimidation, coercion, duress, slander, and all the lovely things that happen to you when you become a threat to someone with no integrity, who will go to any lengths to get what they want. I also refuse to be silenced by anyone. I am a strong believer in the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. Interesting, it is #1. If I have been silent, it has been by choice, not fear of reprisal. There are some things which I may never address–because doing so will only give the bloodthirsty vultures– ammunition to distort and twist as they congratulate themselves for their obscure blog about me– thinking they have an audience! FYI, I am not a household name.
Despite attempts by liberal political cronies “controlling” the Nation’s 4th largest newspaper and its corporate subsidiary, the Houston Press to defame and slander me. It has become quite obvious that the only “people” who’ve tuned in to their trash are their liberal buddies–which should be obvious to them. What have I learned? Well, some things I already knew, the single most important is this: True Leaders do not “throw people under the bus” to advance their goals or careers. In the short run, these people certainly accomplish their objectives. But, God always has the last Word on every situation and he tells us that whatsoever we sow, we will reap! He will not be mocked! His Justice always comes. It never seems to come fast enough when we are the victims of unbelievable cruelty by our fellow men, but I promise you, it comes.
True Leaders are men and women of integrity that live their lives according to set principles with lines that cannot and will not be crossed. Much like a ship Captain, if the ship sinks, they remain at the helm. You don’t see them running for the life boats. If you consider this, it’s quite obvious we have few leaders in Texas or the U.S. I cannot name one man or woman in a position of authority who lives by the Captain’s creed. Other lessons I will just summarize: Don’t be naive! Stay away from politicians! Document everything and pray at all times! Consider tape recording conversations and photographing if you have doubts. Most smart phones have apps with recorders that are discreet and easy to use. Never take anyone’s word for it, get a contract. Never trust promises, only watch behavior and determine for yourself if the person’s behavior matches their words. Don’t react to attacks against your character. Ignore it. Do not warn anyone you intend to sue or file a grievance, just do it. And finally, pray again before everything.
Wisdom is essential in knowing how to respond or whether to respond at all. God tells us to be wise as serpents, but innocent as lambs. That is actually possible, but you can’t go it alone. God is an absolute necessity because there is no one more powerful, when the “powerful” come against you. The Bible speaks of your enemies becoming God’s enemies. I am extremely comforted to know that those who’ve set themselves against me are now His enemies. That frees me of worries so that I can get on with the work to which I have been entrusted. It is a tremendous waste of time and mental energy to worry about other people’s intentions or schemes.
Regardless of how much you worry, you still won’t know them. But there is ONE who does, God. He is all seeing and all knowing. And IF YOU HVAE FAITH, HE WILL ALWAYS HAVE YOUR BACK! Faith is an absolute must! Along that line, doubt must be resisted. You cannot be in faith and doubt at the same time. So banish all doubt from your consciousness! Believe! I am not unique. I am willing to bet most of us have been under that bus at one time or another. The betrayal and absolute lack of concern for your wellbeing by people you trusted is a bitter pill to swallow, but such is life. Life goes on. Dust yourself off and keep on going. And, for the unfortunate souls who are throwing vulnerable people under buses, it’s coming.
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I long to think of the World as a good place and that people are essentially good, despite their shortcomings. I no longer believe this is true. I believe there are good people and then there are a whole bunch of others, who pretend to be. I believe the World is a mixed bag of happiness, joy and gut wrenching pain with atrocities unimaginable. My “Under the Bus” years have given me wisdom beyond my years, for which I am grateful! I know that God “works all things for the Good of the Lord and those who are called according to His purpose.” I happen to be one of the called. So, I knew that God would back me up at some point in time and it would all make sense.
In the Psalms, David cried out to God repeatedly, asking why the wicked seemed to prosper while the righteous suffered? I have asked God the same question and there have been times when I became discouraged, frustrated that Justice was not “swift enough” to punish those plotting harm to innocent people. Sometimes, I wondered if justice would ever come at all. Now, I know that Justice always comes. I am seeing before my very own eyes–Justice coming! So, what happened and what have I learned? My “under the bus” experience occurred when my legal skills crossed paths with dirty politics in the 2012 Sheriff’s race.
My enemies consider me a “pitbull”, which is probably accurate if you harm someone I care about or cross me. I refuse to be bullied by anyone. I do not take well to threats, intimidation, coercion, duress, slander, and all the lovely things that happen to you when you become a threat to someone with no integrity, who will go to any lengths to get what they want. I also refuse to be silenced by anyone. I am a strong believer in the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. Interesting, it is #1. If I have been silent, it has been by choice, not fear of reprisal. There are some things which I may never address–because doing so will only give the bloodthirsty vultures– ammunition to distort and twist as they congratulate themselves for their obscure blog about me– thinking they have an audience! FYI, I am not a household name.
Despite attempts by liberal political cronies “controlling” the Nation’s 4th largest newspaper and its corporate subsidiary, the Houston Press to defame and slander me. It has become quite obvious that the only “people” who’ve tuned in to their trash are their liberal buddies–which should be obvious to them. What have I learned? Well, some things I already knew, the single most important is this: True Leaders do not “throw people under the bus” to advance their goals or careers. In the short run, these people certainly accomplish their objectives. But, God always has the last Word on every situation and he tells us that whatsoever we sow, we will reap! He will not be mocked! His Justice always comes. It never seems to come fast enough when we are the victims of unbelievable cruelty by our fellow men, but I promise you, it comes.
True Leaders are men and women of integrity that live their lives according to set principles with lines that cannot and will not be crossed. Much like a ship Captain, if the ship sinks, they remain at the helm. You don’t see them running for the life boats. If you consider this, it’s quite obvious we have few leaders in Texas or the U.S. I cannot name one man or woman in a position of authority who lives by the Captain’s creed. Other lessons I will just summarize: Don’t be naive! Stay away from politicians! Document everything and pray at all times! Consider tape recording conversations and photographing if you have doubts. Most smart phones have apps with recorders that are discreet and easy to use. Never take anyone’s word for it, get a contract. Never trust promises, only watch behavior and determine for yourself if the person’s behavior matches their words. Don’t react to attacks against your character. Ignore it. Do not warn anyone you intend to sue or file a grievance, just do it. And finally, pray again before everything.
Wisdom is essential in knowing how to respond or whether to respond at all. God tells us to be wise as serpents, but innocent as lambs. That is actually possible, but you can’t go it alone. God is an absolute necessity because there is no one more powerful, when the “powerful” come against you. The Bible speaks of your enemies becoming God’s enemies. I am extremely comforted to know that those who’ve set themselves against me are now His enemies. That frees me of worries so that I can get on with the work to which I have been entrusted. It is a tremendous waste of time and mental energy to worry about other people’s intentions or schemes.
Regardless of how much you worry, you still won’t know them. But there is ONE who does, God. He is all seeing and all knowing. And IF YOU HVAE FAITH, HE WILL ALWAYS HAVE YOUR BACK! Faith is an absolute must! Along that line, doubt must be resisted. You cannot be in faith and doubt at the same time. So banish all doubt from your consciousness! Believe! I am not unique. I am willing to bet most of us have been under that bus at one time or another. The betrayal and absolute lack of concern for your wellbeing by people you trusted is a bitter pill to swallow, but such is life. Life goes on. Dust yourself off and keep on going. And, for the unfortunate souls who are throwing vulnerable people under buses, it’s coming.
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