The "Arts"

Actress, Ms. Meryl Streep, attacked football and mixed martial arts at the 2017 Golden Globes as not being an "art." Will she include fencing next...or what about learning how to walk on artificial legs for the first time, or learning to use one's damaged brain after a stroke? All of these, and much more, are, indeed, an "art."

She and others need to stop attacking and start providing solutions and support to those less fortunate, in need, struggling, and alone in their quest to make a better life so, hopefully, they can, in turn, become self-sufficient and maybe also help others in the future. And, perhaps, a mixed martial artist also needs help to get started or continue in his/her craft in order to make a living.

No one should be judged or demeaned for trying to look after him/herself...maybe he/she will grow up to be President one day, as well. So, please don't shatter their dreams by degrading their efforts...you may be pleasantly surprised by what you discover about yourself and others along the way.