On to the next phase of my life! I'm moving to D.C. in two days. I cannot believe it!!
When I was younger I had something that my dear friend Katie would refer to as "Divine Ignorance," referring to the phrase, "Ignorence is Bliss." I was perfectly content to never go anywhere, meet anyone or do anything with my life. Obviously that all has changed.
I am stepping out in complete faith, believing that God will grant me CRAZY FAVOR and I will land a great job when arrive, since I have exactly $200 to my name, and I owe a LOT more than that in bills for this coming month. It's weird because I believe that anything is possible and I am hoping and trusting for the best. "Some trust in chariots and some in horses, we trust in the name of the Lord our God."-Psalm 20:6-8.
God has always been faithful, and He has brought me too far for me to give up now.
Pastor Barnett spoke this morning about being a quitter, a camper or a climber. I have always been a camper. Content to stay in one place once I reach a plateau, never wanting or longing to move forward, being complacent in what God has given me. I have decided that God has called me to be a climber. To reach higher. To go farther. How can I glorify God when I am not consistently trusting in Him and aiming to do His great will in my life? The Bible says clearly that "without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those that earnestly seek Him." -Hebrews 11:5-7
I have chosen to earnestly seek God and God's will for my life.
Years ago I believed that I was called to be a wife and a mother. That was it. And while those are huge undertakings I do not believe that I would be happy if I had followed that path, unless I kept my divine ignorance and went with the "what you don't know won't hurt you" theory. After all, If you don't know there is grass on the other side, how can it be greener?
Anyway, I've rambled on incoherently for long enough. I am going, and hopefully you will read of great things to come in my life on this site. I will keep you all updated.
"Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." -Hebrews 11:1
Sunday, November 28, 2004
Saturday, November 20, 2004
Civility is Not a Sign of Weakness
The title line for my blog posting today was taken from President Kennedy's inaugural address in 1961. If you have never read it, it is beautiful. (http://www.bartleby.com/124/pres56.html)
Today was a day of reverence for myself. I awoke to a dreary day with clouds and drizzle. There were no birds chirping or squirrels playing outside. I thought to myself, this is the perfect day to go visit the National Cemetery. It is hard to go to a place as reverent and beautiful as Arlington when the sun is shining brightly and the birds are singing. You want to go on a day when you feel as though you could cry anyway, so why not make it a cry for a good reason. I went to cry and remember those who have died for my freedoms.
When I arrived however, I was quite shocked to hear all of the people around me yelling and talking and laughing as if they were in an amusement park. The sight is so magnificent and devout, I could never bring myself to go there with another person, because I feel that remembering those whose lives were given for our freedom is something we should do in solitude. I was disgusted to hear how many people acted as though these soldiers lives were nothing to be thankful for. Then again, I am the kind of person that always has, and always will think that it is better to err on the side of respect (I even found myself shooshing people at President Kennedy's tomb).
It may be out of turn for me to say it, but are these the people who might have been the "human shields" months ago at the beginning of the Iraqi war? The people who did not have respect for the lives of the Iraqi's and thought nothing of our soldiers? If you cannot respect a fallen life, why would you enter the grounds in the first place?
It is painful for me to think that the memory of those that were so brave, and so unfortunate is trodden on daily by those that go to ANC, just for the sake of going, not because they want to thank the soldiers or remember that our Freedoms are precious. To some people Arlington will never be more than a tourist site.
http://www.arlingtoncemetery.org/
Today was a day of reverence for myself. I awoke to a dreary day with clouds and drizzle. There were no birds chirping or squirrels playing outside. I thought to myself, this is the perfect day to go visit the National Cemetery. It is hard to go to a place as reverent and beautiful as Arlington when the sun is shining brightly and the birds are singing. You want to go on a day when you feel as though you could cry anyway, so why not make it a cry for a good reason. I went to cry and remember those who have died for my freedoms.
When I arrived however, I was quite shocked to hear all of the people around me yelling and talking and laughing as if they were in an amusement park. The sight is so magnificent and devout, I could never bring myself to go there with another person, because I feel that remembering those whose lives were given for our freedom is something we should do in solitude. I was disgusted to hear how many people acted as though these soldiers lives were nothing to be thankful for. Then again, I am the kind of person that always has, and always will think that it is better to err on the side of respect (I even found myself shooshing people at President Kennedy's tomb).
It may be out of turn for me to say it, but are these the people who might have been the "human shields" months ago at the beginning of the Iraqi war? The people who did not have respect for the lives of the Iraqi's and thought nothing of our soldiers? If you cannot respect a fallen life, why would you enter the grounds in the first place?
It is painful for me to think that the memory of those that were so brave, and so unfortunate is trodden on daily by those that go to ANC, just for the sake of going, not because they want to thank the soldiers or remember that our Freedoms are precious. To some people Arlington will never be more than a tourist site.
http://www.arlingtoncemetery.org/
Thursday, November 18, 2004
Changing Leaves, Changing Lives
Here I am in our Nation's Capitol. Well, not really. I am sitting in an apartment in Rosslyn, VA. But same diff. I am a hop, skip & a jump from D.C. (literally about 2 metro rides away, or 10 minutes).
Okay, so anyway, like I was saying before all of the technicalities- I'm here in Washington, D.C. and it is so beautiful! I love it here. All around me the leaves on the trees are changing colors and there are squirrels frolicking in the brightly colored red & orange piles. It is so different from what I am used to. This place is so picturesque. Almost like a Thomas Kincaid painting or something.
I have met a lot of really great people while I have been here and I am enjoying my time so much. Thinking about moving here is scary, but at the same time very exiting. It is a chance for me to prove to everyone, but mostly myself that I am capable of being more than a secretary or a housekeeper.
I remember back to when I was younger, and even just a couple of years ago, all I wanted to do was get married and have kids. That was because I didn't think I could do anything else. Not that I am implying that marriage and family are small feats or insignificant in anyway, I just didn't have drive or ambition for anything else. I was merely going to settle for the least, what I could get by with in life without trying.
Here I stand today. I am young, intelligent, and ambitious. The only problem with that statement is that so is everyone else in this town. I have had to prove my whole life that I could do things that everyone else said was impossible, showing the nay-sayers that little people can do big things. So here I am, waiting for someone, anyone to give me a chance to be more than an assistant. Begging for an opportunity. Hoping that someone will see in me a spark or something different. I know that I don't have a higher education, so I will have to work harder than others that have a degree (or five), but I don't mind working hard, I've done it all of my life & I will do it until the day that I die.
I will be traveling home next week for Thanksgiving and hopefully by then I will have an update as to what is to come for me. Until then, I will keep pounding the pavement, so to speak (and boy do my feet hurt!) and annoying people until they give me a chance.
A few quotes on ambition to leave you with...
"If you have a great ambition, take as big a step possible in the direction of fulfilling it. The step may only be a tiny one, but trust that it may be the largest one possible for now." -Mildred McAfee
"A person who aims at nothing is sure to hit it." -Unknown
"The men who succeed are an efficient few. They are the few that have ambition and will power to develop themselves." -Herbert N. Casson
"Great ambition is the passion of great character." -Napoleon Bonaparte
"I've got a great ambition to die of exhaustion rather than boredom." -Thomas Carlyle
"To those of you that earned honors, awards and distinctions, I say well done. And to the C students, I say you, too, can be President of the United States." -President George W. Bush
(that last one was my favorite, I afterall was a C student!)
Okay, so anyway, like I was saying before all of the technicalities- I'm here in Washington, D.C. and it is so beautiful! I love it here. All around me the leaves on the trees are changing colors and there are squirrels frolicking in the brightly colored red & orange piles. It is so different from what I am used to. This place is so picturesque. Almost like a Thomas Kincaid painting or something.
I have met a lot of really great people while I have been here and I am enjoying my time so much. Thinking about moving here is scary, but at the same time very exiting. It is a chance for me to prove to everyone, but mostly myself that I am capable of being more than a secretary or a housekeeper.
I remember back to when I was younger, and even just a couple of years ago, all I wanted to do was get married and have kids. That was because I didn't think I could do anything else. Not that I am implying that marriage and family are small feats or insignificant in anyway, I just didn't have drive or ambition for anything else. I was merely going to settle for the least, what I could get by with in life without trying.
Here I stand today. I am young, intelligent, and ambitious. The only problem with that statement is that so is everyone else in this town. I have had to prove my whole life that I could do things that everyone else said was impossible, showing the nay-sayers that little people can do big things. So here I am, waiting for someone, anyone to give me a chance to be more than an assistant. Begging for an opportunity. Hoping that someone will see in me a spark or something different. I know that I don't have a higher education, so I will have to work harder than others that have a degree (or five), but I don't mind working hard, I've done it all of my life & I will do it until the day that I die.
I will be traveling home next week for Thanksgiving and hopefully by then I will have an update as to what is to come for me. Until then, I will keep pounding the pavement, so to speak (and boy do my feet hurt!) and annoying people until they give me a chance.
A few quotes on ambition to leave you with...
"If you have a great ambition, take as big a step possible in the direction of fulfilling it. The step may only be a tiny one, but trust that it may be the largest one possible for now." -Mildred McAfee
"A person who aims at nothing is sure to hit it." -Unknown
"The men who succeed are an efficient few. They are the few that have ambition and will power to develop themselves." -Herbert N. Casson
"Great ambition is the passion of great character." -Napoleon Bonaparte
"I've got a great ambition to die of exhaustion rather than boredom." -Thomas Carlyle
"To those of you that earned honors, awards and distinctions, I say well done. And to the C students, I say you, too, can be President of the United States." -President George W. Bush
(that last one was my favorite, I afterall was a C student!)
Monday, November 08, 2004
Moving Ahead and Leaving the Past Behind
Four months ago I started this blog and I HATED Las Vegas. I didn't think I would make it through my time here. I felt like I was in a prison.
Now that I am sitting in my office, clearing off my files from computer and emptying filing cabinets and I can't believe that I am leaving. I have built relationships and come to love my life here.
I am sitting here thinking about the first time I stepped foot into this office. I am thinking about the internal changes that have taken place in my life. I think that this AMAZING opportunity has changed me for the better. It has taught me that I am stronger than I thought. I am able to do so much more than I ever could have dreamed. I learned what I want out of life, and what I expect from myself. No longer do I have slight dreams, I have God-sized aspirations, knowing that only with Him can I accomplish anything.
I am excited for the next phase in my life. I am excited that you all will be coming along for the ride, so to speak...
Many thanks for your love and support.
Now that I am sitting in my office, clearing off my files from computer and emptying filing cabinets and I can't believe that I am leaving. I have built relationships and come to love my life here.
I am sitting here thinking about the first time I stepped foot into this office. I am thinking about the internal changes that have taken place in my life. I think that this AMAZING opportunity has changed me for the better. It has taught me that I am stronger than I thought. I am able to do so much more than I ever could have dreamed. I learned what I want out of life, and what I expect from myself. No longer do I have slight dreams, I have God-sized aspirations, knowing that only with Him can I accomplish anything.
I am excited for the next phase in my life. I am excited that you all will be coming along for the ride, so to speak...
Many thanks for your love and support.
Friday, November 05, 2004
Don't Like America? Move to France...
Well, I was watching the news tonight & I heard the remark that there are American's that can't stand President Bush so much that they would leave for Canada. Well, personally, if that's your feeling, please go.
I was NOT a fan of Bill Clinton, and I have my issues with many politicians, but I believe that if we as an American people elect these leaders, we must live with them. I also believe that we live in the greatest country in the world. The country that allows you to openly hate others without oppression. In fact, those of us that are on the Right are more oppressed, even though we are the majority, more than the left wing minority.
If you hate freedom, and you want to leave, no one is stopping you.
I was NOT a fan of Bill Clinton, and I have my issues with many politicians, but I believe that if we as an American people elect these leaders, we must live with them. I also believe that we live in the greatest country in the world. The country that allows you to openly hate others without oppression. In fact, those of us that are on the Right are more oppressed, even though we are the majority, more than the left wing minority.
If you hate freedom, and you want to leave, no one is stopping you.
Thursday, November 04, 2004
FOUR MORE YEARS!!
Okay, so it's finally over and after all is said & done, W is STILL the President.
I put blood, sweat & tears into this campaign, and it is finally over. I have to say that it is some what anti-climactic. I mean, after everything it is all over.
I want to say thank you to every person who gave up and sacrificed something to make sure our President was re-elected. I am so overwhelmed by the amount of people that took time off of work to come out and walk precincts and make phone calls to constituents. The grassroots efforts were amazing, and we could not have won this state, or any state without the volunteers. Especially the ones who came in early in the morning and stayed late into the night. The women who never saw their husbands, and the children that stayed in the lobby and put together yard signs while their parents made calls. The husbands giving up their hot meals and clean socks so their wives could come down to help do data entry & schedule poll watchers, or anything else we may have asked for. It brings tears to my eyes when I think of how many sacrificed and that they were so ready and willing to do so, never even blinking an eye when we asked them to do some of the most ridiculous and most tedious tasks possible.
I cannot say it enough, THANK YOU. There are no words that can express the way that I feel about the people that I met during my time here in Nevada. You all were a GREAT help to me, and to our President. Take care and keep in touch.
Val
I put blood, sweat & tears into this campaign, and it is finally over. I have to say that it is some what anti-climactic. I mean, after everything it is all over.
I want to say thank you to every person who gave up and sacrificed something to make sure our President was re-elected. I am so overwhelmed by the amount of people that took time off of work to come out and walk precincts and make phone calls to constituents. The grassroots efforts were amazing, and we could not have won this state, or any state without the volunteers. Especially the ones who came in early in the morning and stayed late into the night. The women who never saw their husbands, and the children that stayed in the lobby and put together yard signs while their parents made calls. The husbands giving up their hot meals and clean socks so their wives could come down to help do data entry & schedule poll watchers, or anything else we may have asked for. It brings tears to my eyes when I think of how many sacrificed and that they were so ready and willing to do so, never even blinking an eye when we asked them to do some of the most ridiculous and most tedious tasks possible.
I cannot say it enough, THANK YOU. There are no words that can express the way that I feel about the people that I met during my time here in Nevada. You all were a GREAT help to me, and to our President. Take care and keep in touch.
Val
Saturday, October 30, 2004
Can't We All Just Get Along?
With only three days left to go in the campaign you would think that Republicans would be united. ESPECIALLY those working towards the same cause. Unfortunately I have seen more chaos within our party in these past few weeks than I have in my whole life.
Everyone is out for their own career and their own self gratification. I have never encountered so many people that think that they are God's gift to the Earth, the Republican Party or to the President himself. (It also amazes me that so many people think that if they call ME I will directly talk to President Bush about what Mrs. Jones or Mr. Smith think we should be doing differently within the campaign. Yeah, sure, I'll get right on that, as soon as Karl Rove & Ken Mehlman leave the oval office I will go ahead & march myself in there & get that policy changed!)
Anyway, I said all of that to say, its time for Republicans & Democrats for Bush to stand up & unite. We are all working towards the same prize. Another four years. A sure way to get Kerry in the White House (Ugh, those words in the same sentence make me sick), is to continue down this road of selfishness, caring only that we look good, instead of making the President look GREAT.
Remember, 3 days left. Vote your conscience. Vote the Issues. Vote for W.
Everyone is out for their own career and their own self gratification. I have never encountered so many people that think that they are God's gift to the Earth, the Republican Party or to the President himself. (It also amazes me that so many people think that if they call ME I will directly talk to President Bush about what Mrs. Jones or Mr. Smith think we should be doing differently within the campaign. Yeah, sure, I'll get right on that, as soon as Karl Rove & Ken Mehlman leave the oval office I will go ahead & march myself in there & get that policy changed!)
Anyway, I said all of that to say, its time for Republicans & Democrats for Bush to stand up & unite. We are all working towards the same prize. Another four years. A sure way to get Kerry in the White House (Ugh, those words in the same sentence make me sick), is to continue down this road of selfishness, caring only that we look good, instead of making the President look GREAT.
Remember, 3 days left. Vote your conscience. Vote the Issues. Vote for W.
Thursday, October 28, 2004
Five Days to Victory...
Okay, so here's where the campaign stands as of right now. (A Re-Cap for those of you living under a ROCK!)
There are 10 Target (Battleground) states in the election this year. Each state is chosen for many different reasons. One way is how many electoral votes the states have (http://www.fec.gov/pages/ecworks.htm) , another is the percentage of votes that went to Al Gore or George W. Bush in the 2000 election.
A Quick Breakdown for You (www.RealClearPolitics.com):
Bush 48/ Kerry 46/ Nader 1 (I still am shocked and amazed that Nader can get a whole 1% of the vote).
The Electoral Vote as of now stands at 232 Bush to 207 Kerry (HECK YES!). With 10 Battleground states, and the BIG ones leaning towards Bush, I see a light at the end of the tunnel...The angels are singing "HALLELUJAH!"
I leave you with these parting words. In 2000, Bush lost the state of New Mexico by 187 votes. EVERY VOTE COUNTS.
There are 10 Target (Battleground) states in the election this year. Each state is chosen for many different reasons. One way is how many electoral votes the states have (http://www.fec.gov/pages/ecworks.htm) , another is the percentage of votes that went to Al Gore or George W. Bush in the 2000 election.
A Quick Breakdown for You (www.RealClearPolitics.com):
Bush 48/ Kerry 46/ Nader 1 (I still am shocked and amazed that Nader can get a whole 1% of the vote).
The Electoral Vote as of now stands at 232 Bush to 207 Kerry (HECK YES!). With 10 Battleground states, and the BIG ones leaning towards Bush, I see a light at the end of the tunnel...The angels are singing "HALLELUJAH!"
I leave you with these parting words. In 2000, Bush lost the state of New Mexico by 187 votes. EVERY VOTE COUNTS.
::MAKE YOUR VOTE COUNT ON NOVEMBER 2nd::
Friday, October 15, 2004
VICTORY!
"VICTORY at all costs, VICTORY in spite of terror, VICTORY however long and hard the road may be; For without VICTORY there is no survival." -Winston Churchill
Just another 12 days.
AMAZING...I cannot wait to sleep.
Love you all. Be good & remember to Vote for George W. Bush!!
Just another 12 days.
AMAZING...I cannot wait to sleep.
Love you all. Be good & remember to Vote for George W. Bush!!
Monday, October 11, 2004
I Am SO Tired!
Sorry to any and all of you who have been reading this and waiting for something new. Unfortunately, I have been so busy & so tired that I haven't been able to write anything new, and I have had nothing exciting happen lately. My other problem is that it hurts to use my brain, so doing any creative writing is a bit difficult.
Feel free to skim through my past thoughts, and when this is all over (or maybe sooner) I will have something new posted.
Feel free to skim through my past thoughts, and when this is all over (or maybe sooner) I will have something new posted.
Sunday, September 26, 2004
Be Strong and Take Courage
My first post on this blog was about being courageous enough to face your fears and to make things happen. Things have been happening here in Vegas, that's for sure.
This morning in church, Pastor Paul read from Deuteronomy & Joshua. The scriptures he taught from talked about facing our fears and how God goes before us. HE makes a way for us. We don't need to fight the battle, its already been done, we just have to claim the victory and walk in it.
We live in a weak society. Everyone is looking for the easy way out.
The Bible clearly states that obedience is better than sacrifice. God may tell us to do something that we don't want to do, in the end, if we are obedient to His will and His calling we will be blessed abundantly.
We need to stop looking for the easy way out. Nothing is free, and anything worth something is worth stepping out in faith for and obeying for a moment or two of discomfort. I for one would rather be uncomfortable for a few months or years, rather than living a lifetime of regret and what ifs.
If you feel that there is something telling you to make a change or to step out in faith, do it. Stop making excuses, face your fear. It may turn out to be the greatest opportunity of your life.
A true leader recognizes the next step, and courageously pushes on. Are you a courageous leader?
"Courage is what we do with our strength. It's doing the right thing rather than doing what's convenient."
This morning in church, Pastor Paul read from Deuteronomy & Joshua. The scriptures he taught from talked about facing our fears and how God goes before us. HE makes a way for us. We don't need to fight the battle, its already been done, we just have to claim the victory and walk in it.
We live in a weak society. Everyone is looking for the easy way out.
The Bible clearly states that obedience is better than sacrifice. God may tell us to do something that we don't want to do, in the end, if we are obedient to His will and His calling we will be blessed abundantly.
We need to stop looking for the easy way out. Nothing is free, and anything worth something is worth stepping out in faith for and obeying for a moment or two of discomfort. I for one would rather be uncomfortable for a few months or years, rather than living a lifetime of regret and what ifs.
If you feel that there is something telling you to make a change or to step out in faith, do it. Stop making excuses, face your fear. It may turn out to be the greatest opportunity of your life.
A true leader recognizes the next step, and courageously pushes on. Are you a courageous leader?
"Courage is what we do with our strength. It's doing the right thing rather than doing what's convenient."
Sunday, September 12, 2004
Remembering Those Worth Remembering
When I think about that morning, it feels like it was just this morning. There was a knock on my bedroom door. And I yelled, "I'm up!" -As is my custom, because I hate to wakeup, so somehow yelling that I'm up makes me feel like its okay or justifiable to keep my lazy but in bed for another five minutes. I heard Carolyn yell through the door, "Get up! We've been hit! Get up!"
I immediately became filled with fear. My emotions were running rampant. I didn't know what to think, or what to say. I ran out of my bedroom and into the living room. I sat there on the couch, in awe and utter silence. I cried uncontrollably. I kept my eye on the TV at all times. I made sure that when I left for work I knew what was happening. I listed to talk radio all day and the news all night. Hoping. Praying. Thinking to myself, "We have to do something, but what?"
The next few days were a blur. I remember saying things that I normally would not say. I remember mustering up the courage to tell someone that I loved them and could not live without them. Thinking, "What if Phoenix is next? Will they know how I feel?" Suddenly I was right with God, and right with everyone I knew.
I thought to myself, and I prayed to God. I thanked him for sending us a leader as wonderful as George W. Bush. The right man for the job. The one who would stand up and protect us.
As we near the election, I get tired and I get fed up and I think, I just want to go home. I want to see my family, I want to see my friends. Then I remember those worth remembering. The thousands that died on September 11th. The millions that died at the hands of Saddam Hussein. I cannot think of a better reason to get to the polls on November 2nd and make sure that George W. Bush is re-elected than those men and women that fight on daily to make sure I have the freedom to vote. He will make sure we are still a strong and protected country, at least for another four years.
I immediately became filled with fear. My emotions were running rampant. I didn't know what to think, or what to say. I ran out of my bedroom and into the living room. I sat there on the couch, in awe and utter silence. I cried uncontrollably. I kept my eye on the TV at all times. I made sure that when I left for work I knew what was happening. I listed to talk radio all day and the news all night. Hoping. Praying. Thinking to myself, "We have to do something, but what?"
The next few days were a blur. I remember saying things that I normally would not say. I remember mustering up the courage to tell someone that I loved them and could not live without them. Thinking, "What if Phoenix is next? Will they know how I feel?" Suddenly I was right with God, and right with everyone I knew.
I thought to myself, and I prayed to God. I thanked him for sending us a leader as wonderful as George W. Bush. The right man for the job. The one who would stand up and protect us.
As we near the election, I get tired and I get fed up and I think, I just want to go home. I want to see my family, I want to see my friends. Then I remember those worth remembering. The thousands that died on September 11th. The millions that died at the hands of Saddam Hussein. I cannot think of a better reason to get to the polls on November 2nd and make sure that George W. Bush is re-elected than those men and women that fight on daily to make sure I have the freedom to vote. He will make sure we are still a strong and protected country, at least for another four years.
Friday, September 03, 2004
Here Buildings Fell, Here a Nation Rose...
As I sat in my office watching Governor Pataki make his introduction last night, I thought to myself, "This is by far the most moving moment since 9/11." Governor Pataki praised the citizens from around the country that had rallied together in a time when the Nation needed them the most. The unity was breathtaking and awe inspiring. There are few times when we can actually use these words truthfully.
Last night would be one of those nights that would render this to be truthful. I saw a man full of character walk out onto a stage, and look into an audience of people, and into a camera speaking to millions and almost pierce the very being of those watching because of how humble he is.
There is never a question of George W. Bush's intentions. He wants to be President for another four years because he believes that he can do great things for a great nation. He knows that this world needs a strong and decisive leader. He is those things and so much more, including kind, caring, and humble.
John Kerry cannot be described by any of these words, nor should they ever be used in the same sentence as his name. Here is a man that stands for nothing, and falls for everything. He shallow and shady. As Dick Cheney said today, "More shifts with the wind than just the wildfire." And he is right. Depending on who Kerry is talking to, you will get a variation of answers. Nothing is definite, nothing is final.
Thinking back to the days after the Towers fell, and the Pentagon was hit, I remember the unity that was felt. The sense of Pride that we as Americans took. I remember how we would do anything for a neighbor we had never talked to before. Suddenly things that were not important passed away.
It is time for America to become united again. To realize that without a strong, steady and decisive leader we may have many more September 11th's to come. Its a scary thought. When it comes down to it though, these are the facts we have to face.
In President Bush's speech last night at the RNC Convention, he said, "Since 2001, Americans have been given hills to climb, and found the strength to climb them. Now, because we have made the hard journey, we can see the valley below. Now, because we have faced challenges with resolve, we have historic goals within our reach, and greatness in our future. We will build a safer world and a more hopeful America — and nothing will hold us back."
It is our job as Americans, as citizens that have the RIGHT to VOTE, to do just that. We live in the greatest country on Earth. We have freedoms that most people could never even dream of. If you want to keep those freedoms, and not have to worry about waking up one morning and having to learn to speak Arabic, I suggest you vote wisely. Although the War on Terror is a tough battle, we must never forget the price of freedom. As it is inscribed on the Korean War Memorial in Washington, D.C. "Freedom is Not Free."
Men have shed their blood, given up their lives and died for us. All so we could have the very freedoms we take for granted. I am a patriotic American. I do think that America is the greatest place on Earth. I also believe it when I hear the words of Tony Blair, "A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want in...And how many want out." Take pride in our country. Take pride in your rights and freedoms. Vote to keep them.
Last night would be one of those nights that would render this to be truthful. I saw a man full of character walk out onto a stage, and look into an audience of people, and into a camera speaking to millions and almost pierce the very being of those watching because of how humble he is.
There is never a question of George W. Bush's intentions. He wants to be President for another four years because he believes that he can do great things for a great nation. He knows that this world needs a strong and decisive leader. He is those things and so much more, including kind, caring, and humble.
John Kerry cannot be described by any of these words, nor should they ever be used in the same sentence as his name. Here is a man that stands for nothing, and falls for everything. He shallow and shady. As Dick Cheney said today, "More shifts with the wind than just the wildfire." And he is right. Depending on who Kerry is talking to, you will get a variation of answers. Nothing is definite, nothing is final.
Thinking back to the days after the Towers fell, and the Pentagon was hit, I remember the unity that was felt. The sense of Pride that we as Americans took. I remember how we would do anything for a neighbor we had never talked to before. Suddenly things that were not important passed away.
It is time for America to become united again. To realize that without a strong, steady and decisive leader we may have many more September 11th's to come. Its a scary thought. When it comes down to it though, these are the facts we have to face.
In President Bush's speech last night at the RNC Convention, he said, "Since 2001, Americans have been given hills to climb, and found the strength to climb them. Now, because we have made the hard journey, we can see the valley below. Now, because we have faced challenges with resolve, we have historic goals within our reach, and greatness in our future. We will build a safer world and a more hopeful America — and nothing will hold us back."
It is our job as Americans, as citizens that have the RIGHT to VOTE, to do just that. We live in the greatest country on Earth. We have freedoms that most people could never even dream of. If you want to keep those freedoms, and not have to worry about waking up one morning and having to learn to speak Arabic, I suggest you vote wisely. Although the War on Terror is a tough battle, we must never forget the price of freedom. As it is inscribed on the Korean War Memorial in Washington, D.C. "Freedom is Not Free."
Men have shed their blood, given up their lives and died for us. All so we could have the very freedoms we take for granted. I am a patriotic American. I do think that America is the greatest place on Earth. I also believe it when I hear the words of Tony Blair, "A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want in...And how many want out." Take pride in our country. Take pride in your rights and freedoms. Vote to keep them.
Thursday, August 19, 2004
Flip Flopping to the White House
I received a call last night from a friend of mine. Let's just say this guy doesn't exactly have the most conservative ideals. He is probably one of my only (if the only) Left leaning friends I have.
He called me and wanted to discuss the mocumentary "Fahrenheit 9-11." I told him that as of yet I have not seen the movie for two reasons. One: I do not have time to go see movies, although I would love to have two hours to myself to do nothing but veg out. Two: I REFUSE to give my money to anyone who lambastes and smears another's good name for the sake of their own personal gain.
Gary and I started talking about discrepancies in the movie, that I have heard about and read about. I also started talking to him about how John Kerry & Michael Moore like to say that President Bush took too much time to address the nation after the first attacks on the World Trade Center. Did you know that John Kerry admitted himself that he sat silently, inactive for over 30 minutes between the attack on the Towers and the Pentagon. Interesting.
Kerry also has claimed within the recent weeks that, even knowing what we know now about Saddam & WMD's, and various other issues that we went to Iraq over, he still WOULD have voted FOR the resolution to go to war. But he still voted against the money to support our troops after he helped send them there.
Then there is the latest debacle. Kerry's own campaign website touted that he was the VICE CHAIR of the SENATE INTELLIGENCE COMMITTEE. That was actually Bob Kerrey, of Nebraska. John Kerry was actually absent for 76-78% of the public hearings for the SIC. (Hardly something that is acceptable for a Vice Chair of a committee). Since Kerry is claiming that his eight years of service on the committee is a qualifying factor for holding the highest office in the land, I would suggest that he might want to show up for the hearings, otherwise I am just as qualified to be the POTUS.
As for making erroneous claims of leadership within high ranking Senate Committees, and then taking days to make corrections after you are caught...Probably not such a hot idea.
How can any American, in good conscience, vote for someone who changes their mind so frequently, but does not have the backbone to back up their decisions? Being the MOST liberal voting senator, even ahead of Teddy Kennedy, but pandering to the moderates, the pro-life vote ("I believe life begins at conception, however...), and the anti-war crowd (although it's funny that his newest tag line is "This is John Kerry reporting for duty!") has got to be a hard job to do . No wonder he can't remember who he is, what positions he's held or what experience he has. When you start lying like that all of the time, you are bound to start believing it yourself. You forget what is fact and what is fiction.
I say, stick to the truth, be who you are. Stop pandering. If you are a liberal, pinko commie, be a liberal, pinko commie. If you are a right wing nut job, be a right wing nut job. Have a position, know the facts, stick to it. Even when people don't like what you say, if you know why you believe what you believe, people will listen to your ideas a bit more.
He called me and wanted to discuss the mocumentary "Fahrenheit 9-11." I told him that as of yet I have not seen the movie for two reasons. One: I do not have time to go see movies, although I would love to have two hours to myself to do nothing but veg out. Two: I REFUSE to give my money to anyone who lambastes and smears another's good name for the sake of their own personal gain.
Gary and I started talking about discrepancies in the movie, that I have heard about and read about. I also started talking to him about how John Kerry & Michael Moore like to say that President Bush took too much time to address the nation after the first attacks on the World Trade Center. Did you know that John Kerry admitted himself that he sat silently, inactive for over 30 minutes between the attack on the Towers and the Pentagon. Interesting.
Kerry also has claimed within the recent weeks that, even knowing what we know now about Saddam & WMD's, and various other issues that we went to Iraq over, he still WOULD have voted FOR the resolution to go to war. But he still voted against the money to support our troops after he helped send them there.
Then there is the latest debacle. Kerry's own campaign website touted that he was the VICE CHAIR of the SENATE INTELLIGENCE COMMITTEE. That was actually Bob Kerrey, of Nebraska. John Kerry was actually absent for 76-78% of the public hearings for the SIC. (Hardly something that is acceptable for a Vice Chair of a committee). Since Kerry is claiming that his eight years of service on the committee is a qualifying factor for holding the highest office in the land, I would suggest that he might want to show up for the hearings, otherwise I am just as qualified to be the POTUS.
As for making erroneous claims of leadership within high ranking Senate Committees, and then taking days to make corrections after you are caught...Probably not such a hot idea.
How can any American, in good conscience, vote for someone who changes their mind so frequently, but does not have the backbone to back up their decisions? Being the MOST liberal voting senator, even ahead of Teddy Kennedy, but pandering to the moderates, the pro-life vote ("I believe life begins at conception, however...), and the anti-war crowd (although it's funny that his newest tag line is "This is John Kerry reporting for duty!") has got to be a hard job to do . No wonder he can't remember who he is, what positions he's held or what experience he has. When you start lying like that all of the time, you are bound to start believing it yourself. You forget what is fact and what is fiction.
I say, stick to the truth, be who you are. Stop pandering. If you are a liberal, pinko commie, be a liberal, pinko commie. If you are a right wing nut job, be a right wing nut job. Have a position, know the facts, stick to it. Even when people don't like what you say, if you know why you believe what you believe, people will listen to your ideas a bit more.
Monday, August 09, 2004
Reverence and Awe. The Importance of Having Good Friends & Faith in Your Life
I received an email from a VERY good friend this morning asking for prayer. I began thinking of how I have my own issues that I could use prayer for. I then asked myself, why am I not using the God-given gifts of His very own people? The Bible says that if two or more gather together in agreement, that whatever you ask will be heard.
I then started thinking about how as Christians, or mild-believers, our tendency is to only go to God when we need something. We only pray for our friends when they are need. Why do we not lift them up in times of strength and peace asking for continued blessings?
One of the greatest aspects of our Christian faith is that we are surrounded with others that believe as we do. They are there to lift us up, to encourage us, as we are to be there for them. There is much uncertainty in life. I think that God purposely makes life this way. It forces us to fully rely on Him, to 'lean not on our own understanding.' If we knew every turn that we would take in our lives, we may not ever reach our full potential, we would never be forced to face trials. We would never fully grow or be stretched.
Life was not meant to be comfortable. We were meant to step outside of our comfort zones, to think outside of the box, so to speak.
So I said all of that to say, prayer is important. Having friends that are like minded are important. I am thankful for every person that has ever prayed for me, every person who has ever influenced my life in any way, shape or form. I am glad that I don't always know where God is leading me. I am glad that sometimes I look ahead & cannot see what is in store. I am also thankful that when I look back, God has always lead me to where I am standing now. I never have to fear what lies ahead, He is always with us, and He will never leave us or forsake us.
"Serve God acceptably with reverence and Godly fear for our God is a consuming fire." -Hebrews 12:28-29
I then started thinking about how as Christians, or mild-believers, our tendency is to only go to God when we need something. We only pray for our friends when they are need. Why do we not lift them up in times of strength and peace asking for continued blessings?
One of the greatest aspects of our Christian faith is that we are surrounded with others that believe as we do. They are there to lift us up, to encourage us, as we are to be there for them. There is much uncertainty in life. I think that God purposely makes life this way. It forces us to fully rely on Him, to 'lean not on our own understanding.' If we knew every turn that we would take in our lives, we may not ever reach our full potential, we would never be forced to face trials. We would never fully grow or be stretched.
Life was not meant to be comfortable. We were meant to step outside of our comfort zones, to think outside of the box, so to speak.
So I said all of that to say, prayer is important. Having friends that are like minded are important. I am thankful for every person that has ever prayed for me, every person who has ever influenced my life in any way, shape or form. I am glad that I don't always know where God is leading me. I am glad that sometimes I look ahead & cannot see what is in store. I am also thankful that when I look back, God has always lead me to where I am standing now. I never have to fear what lies ahead, He is always with us, and He will never leave us or forsake us.
"Serve God acceptably with reverence and Godly fear for our God is a consuming fire." -Hebrews 12:28-29
Tuesday, August 03, 2004
Don't Get Married If You Can't Stay Faithful
What happened to people getting married and staying married, and more importantly, staying committed to each other? Has everyone on the face of the Earth forgotten their vows once they say "I Do?"
I was watching Fox News this morning (as all good republicans do), and they did a story on websites that are catering to marrieds looking for dates. They listed several websites, and there was one owner and operator of a website that actually admitted that he too cheated on his wife.
I know that it may seem naive of me, but I'm an old fashioned kinda girl. Once I get married, I am hoping and praying that my husband will stay faithful to me, and that we will stay married, "Till Death Do Us Part..."
I met a man this weekend who was in the middle of his second divorce. He had two children with both of his ex wives. He was only 34 years old, and extremely self centered. I was trying to read this man. He was not bad looking, by any means, but the way he carried himself was quite awkward. He said his second wife had cheated on him several times, but he still loved her. Well, I've never been in this situation so I can't really judge, but knowing my personality, it would have to be an act of God for me to stay with someone who did that to me, but is there a chance?
I don't condone cheating on spouses, or significant others for that matter. But what the heck has happened to our society? The divorce rate is rampant, and on one website alone they listed over 160,000 members looking to cheat on their spouses.
Something is extremely wrong with a society that would condone such behavior. In a recent poll taken, 50% of men and 40% of women cheat on their spouse. Which leads me to the question, why even get married in the first place?
I was watching Fox News this morning (as all good republicans do), and they did a story on websites that are catering to marrieds looking for dates. They listed several websites, and there was one owner and operator of a website that actually admitted that he too cheated on his wife.
I know that it may seem naive of me, but I'm an old fashioned kinda girl. Once I get married, I am hoping and praying that my husband will stay faithful to me, and that we will stay married, "Till Death Do Us Part..."
I met a man this weekend who was in the middle of his second divorce. He had two children with both of his ex wives. He was only 34 years old, and extremely self centered. I was trying to read this man. He was not bad looking, by any means, but the way he carried himself was quite awkward. He said his second wife had cheated on him several times, but he still loved her. Well, I've never been in this situation so I can't really judge, but knowing my personality, it would have to be an act of God for me to stay with someone who did that to me, but is there a chance?
I don't condone cheating on spouses, or significant others for that matter. But what the heck has happened to our society? The divorce rate is rampant, and on one website alone they listed over 160,000 members looking to cheat on their spouses.
Something is extremely wrong with a society that would condone such behavior. In a recent poll taken, 50% of men and 40% of women cheat on their spouse. Which leads me to the question, why even get married in the first place?
Sunday, August 01, 2004
Sex on the Brain? Not Using the Word in the Same Context.
The anti-Bush/Cheney crowd is using the media as their force, as usual, to remind everyone that Dick Cheney told Patrick Leahy to "Go F--- Yourself." While I do not condone the usage of expletives, I cannot say that I blame VP Cheney. If I had the chance, I probably would have said it too. With that being said though, it is not cute or funny (well, maybe a little funny, in this instance) to swear at colleagues, or anyone for that matter.
However, the media is comparing the Cheney quote to another campaign quote uttered from the other side, "Shove it." -Isn't that convenient? They've forgotten that their fearless (hopeful) leader, John F. Kerry used the F word himself just a few months ago. In a 'Rolling Stone Magazine' interview Kerry pandered to the "hipper, younger crowd of today's pop culture," by saying, ''I voted for what I thought was best for the country. Did I expect Howard Dean to go off to the left and say, 'I'm against everything'? Sure. Did I expect George Bush to f - - - it up as badly as he did? I don't think anybody did."
At least Cheney's was said in a bit of a fit of rage. I think we all (or almost all) have uttered a few words we ought not to have when our tempers were a bit heated. But why would someone vying for a position as high as the President of the United States say it in an interview, so non-chalantly, as casually as a trucker at a rest stop would say it?
It's simple. John Kerry is not cool. He rides his Harley, trying to act hip. He uses the F word, trying to sound hip. The fact is, he is not like any of us. Especially those of us in our mid-twenties and early thirties. He wants us to think he is hip, but the reality is, we almost all think he's boring as watching paint dry. Can any of us really relate to his life? He speaks in such a drone, I think the only way he could get the younger generations to pay attention to what he was saying was with the expletive.
Of course the media has let this slide. They choose only to remind us of Cheney's short comings. Kerry is a political genius in their minds, and it is okay for him to swear. Once again the proof that the media is slanted to the left.
Oh well, if this is the intelligence level that today's politicians are sinking to, we may be in trouble, or in for entertainment. Can you imagine what the next G8 Summit may sound like? Or even a meeting with the UN? Although, I think someone may need to tell Chirac and Schroeder to "Go F--- Themselves," it's not really the best way to get the respect we deserve or command the authority that we already have.
Just my random thoughts for the day...
However, the media is comparing the Cheney quote to another campaign quote uttered from the other side, "Shove it." -Isn't that convenient? They've forgotten that their fearless (hopeful) leader, John F. Kerry used the F word himself just a few months ago. In a 'Rolling Stone Magazine' interview Kerry pandered to the "hipper, younger crowd of today's pop culture," by saying, ''I voted for what I thought was best for the country. Did I expect Howard Dean to go off to the left and say, 'I'm against everything'? Sure. Did I expect George Bush to f - - - it up as badly as he did? I don't think anybody did."
At least Cheney's was said in a bit of a fit of rage. I think we all (or almost all) have uttered a few words we ought not to have when our tempers were a bit heated. But why would someone vying for a position as high as the President of the United States say it in an interview, so non-chalantly, as casually as a trucker at a rest stop would say it?
It's simple. John Kerry is not cool. He rides his Harley, trying to act hip. He uses the F word, trying to sound hip. The fact is, he is not like any of us. Especially those of us in our mid-twenties and early thirties. He wants us to think he is hip, but the reality is, we almost all think he's boring as watching paint dry. Can any of us really relate to his life? He speaks in such a drone, I think the only way he could get the younger generations to pay attention to what he was saying was with the expletive.
Of course the media has let this slide. They choose only to remind us of Cheney's short comings. Kerry is a political genius in their minds, and it is okay for him to swear. Once again the proof that the media is slanted to the left.
Oh well, if this is the intelligence level that today's politicians are sinking to, we may be in trouble, or in for entertainment. Can you imagine what the next G8 Summit may sound like? Or even a meeting with the UN? Although, I think someone may need to tell Chirac and Schroeder to "Go F--- Themselves," it's not really the best way to get the respect we deserve or command the authority that we already have.
Just my random thoughts for the day...
Thursday, July 29, 2004
We Are Not All the Same
I was reading a news article recently that said that in the year 2000, 41% of women voted Democrat, but that has now shifted to a percentage split at 34% Democrats, 31% Republicans, and 33% Independents. Of that though, the vote is split even more. Women who have children tend to vote more conservative (no matter what the party affiliation) because of issues that may effect family and education.
The issues that tend to be deemed the "Women's Issues" are not things that necessarily determine the way the majority of women in this country vote. While there are some who are staunchly pro-family and pro-life, they do not determine who they vote for on a single issue basis, for the most part. The same is true for the opposing side. (6% of pro-life women polled vs. 3% of pro-choicers polled said that the issue Life/Family/Marriage would determine how they vote in this upcoming election).
Ann Richards said today at the DNC Convention that "Men vote Republican, it's up to women to vote Democrat." I've never heard such comment from a 'progressive' woman. Wasn't the point of the feminist revolution to give freedom to women everywhere to make their own decisions? Apparently not if you don't agree with Richards, Steinem and Rodham-Clinton.
The media will not give in to the idea that the political atmosphere is quite different today, in 2004, than it was in 1974. Equal pay, workers rights and women's issues are all important, just not the only thing that we vote for, or look at when choosing a candidate, for the most part.
The most important issues weighing on the minds of American women are the Economy, Homeland Security, and Healthcare. The same three issues that are at the top of the list for the majority of men in this country.
I am not saying that the other issues are not important, because the reason I am republican is mostly because of the social issues. Those issues do determine why I vote the way that I do, however, when it comes down to it, I am going to vote for the most qualified candidate, and weigh all of the issues, not just one.
It's time to look at the issues, and let the media know that Women are progressive and intelligent and that is why we will vote for George W. Bush.
The issues that tend to be deemed the "Women's Issues" are not things that necessarily determine the way the majority of women in this country vote. While there are some who are staunchly pro-family and pro-life, they do not determine who they vote for on a single issue basis, for the most part. The same is true for the opposing side. (6% of pro-life women polled vs. 3% of pro-choicers polled said that the issue Life/Family/Marriage would determine how they vote in this upcoming election).
Ann Richards said today at the DNC Convention that "Men vote Republican, it's up to women to vote Democrat." I've never heard such comment from a 'progressive' woman. Wasn't the point of the feminist revolution to give freedom to women everywhere to make their own decisions? Apparently not if you don't agree with Richards, Steinem and Rodham-Clinton.
The media will not give in to the idea that the political atmosphere is quite different today, in 2004, than it was in 1974. Equal pay, workers rights and women's issues are all important, just not the only thing that we vote for, or look at when choosing a candidate, for the most part.
The most important issues weighing on the minds of American women are the Economy, Homeland Security, and Healthcare. The same three issues that are at the top of the list for the majority of men in this country.
I am not saying that the other issues are not important, because the reason I am republican is mostly because of the social issues. Those issues do determine why I vote the way that I do, however, when it comes down to it, I am going to vote for the most qualified candidate, and weigh all of the issues, not just one.
It's time to look at the issues, and let the media know that Women are progressive and intelligent and that is why we will vote for George W. Bush.
Wednesday, July 28, 2004
HATE-TRIOTISM
As promised, here are (some of) my thoughts on the wonderful hypocrisy that is Michael Moore.
Yesterday at the DNC Convention he was quoted as shouting, "The right wing is not where America is at. Most Americans, in their heart, are liberal and progressive. It's just a small minority of people who hate. They hate. They exist in the politics of hate." He then went on to say, "They're not patriots. They're hate-triots, and they believe in the politics of hate-triotism. Hate-triotism is where they stand, and patriotism is where real Americans stand."
Apparently he hasn't heard himself speak lately. I have never heard anyone speak with such vitriol for anyone, as Michael Moore has about President Bush and this administration. Even Hillary Clinton nagging and Al Gore's drone put together do not come close to the obsessive style of ousting Bush.
Moore has devoted his whole life to exposing "the lie" that is George W. Bush's presidency. Apparently he hasn't watched any of his own "masterpieces." -He is consistently incorrect with facts, purposely editing quotes in a manner that would imply the guilt of W. And his BIG LIE of the link between Al Qaeda and Saddam to 9/11.
I am fine with people speaking their minds, but I don't appreciate when the said person is so unintelligent that they cannot come up with a factual representation of their side of the story. If you think that this administration misled the people of America, fine, that's your opinion, but PLEASE, have an intelligent defense, and make it reasonable before you set out to convince every living person on the face of the Earth of the guilt of one man.
Michael Moore claims that Republicans & Conservatives, "they are up at six in the morning trying to figure out which minority group they're going to screw today." Really? I don't recall the democratic party doing much to HELP minorities, other than giving them hand outs and disabling them more than they ever have been. (And besides that, I think he is giving WAY too much credit to most Americans, regardless of their partisanship, do we really think of anyone ever, especially at 6:00 in the morning)?
Apparently Moore forgot to mention the lavish penthouse he resides at in Manhattan, and the fact that his child goes to private school. (I'm not saying these things are bad, but I also don't shout at others who provide their families with the same luxuries). If you are so concerned with the drug problem, or the gang violence that is a common occurrence on any street in America, get off your butt and do something about it. Don't blame others, don't expect others to do something about it, especially when you have the means to help.
Moral of the story, Michael Moore is the pot, Republicans are the kettle. Don't shout hypocrisy when you are just as guilty, if not more so.
Yesterday at the DNC Convention he was quoted as shouting, "The right wing is not where America is at. Most Americans, in their heart, are liberal and progressive. It's just a small minority of people who hate. They hate. They exist in the politics of hate." He then went on to say, "They're not patriots. They're hate-triots, and they believe in the politics of hate-triotism. Hate-triotism is where they stand, and patriotism is where real Americans stand."
Apparently he hasn't heard himself speak lately. I have never heard anyone speak with such vitriol for anyone, as Michael Moore has about President Bush and this administration. Even Hillary Clinton nagging and Al Gore's drone put together do not come close to the obsessive style of ousting Bush.
Moore has devoted his whole life to exposing "the lie" that is George W. Bush's presidency. Apparently he hasn't watched any of his own "masterpieces." -He is consistently incorrect with facts, purposely editing quotes in a manner that would imply the guilt of W. And his BIG LIE of the link between Al Qaeda and Saddam to 9/11.
I am fine with people speaking their minds, but I don't appreciate when the said person is so unintelligent that they cannot come up with a factual representation of their side of the story. If you think that this administration misled the people of America, fine, that's your opinion, but PLEASE, have an intelligent defense, and make it reasonable before you set out to convince every living person on the face of the Earth of the guilt of one man.
Michael Moore claims that Republicans & Conservatives, "they are up at six in the morning trying to figure out which minority group they're going to screw today." Really? I don't recall the democratic party doing much to HELP minorities, other than giving them hand outs and disabling them more than they ever have been. (And besides that, I think he is giving WAY too much credit to most Americans, regardless of their partisanship, do we really think of anyone ever, especially at 6:00 in the morning)?
Apparently Moore forgot to mention the lavish penthouse he resides at in Manhattan, and the fact that his child goes to private school. (I'm not saying these things are bad, but I also don't shout at others who provide their families with the same luxuries). If you are so concerned with the drug problem, or the gang violence that is a common occurrence on any street in America, get off your butt and do something about it. Don't blame others, don't expect others to do something about it, especially when you have the means to help.
Moral of the story, Michael Moore is the pot, Republicans are the kettle. Don't shout hypocrisy when you are just as guilty, if not more so.
Tuesday, July 27, 2004
Barbara Boxer Gets Her Standing Ovation
During the Gay, Lesbian, Bi-Sexual & Transgendered Caucus this week (of course taking place during the DNC Convention), Senator Barbara Boxer, D-California, proclaimed that, "George Bush has decided that this year you are the scapegoat, and I'm here to tell you that nobody is going to make you a scapegoat." She then continued with "The choices of this administration are hurtful choices. No one should be rewarded for hurting people."
Really? Is that how she really feels? I remember her speech during the debates on banning Partial Birth Abortion, as compelling as her pro-abortion colleagues may have found it to be, I for one, was disgusted by it. If she feels that the Republican Party, one that stands for LIFE and the respect of it, is a hurtful party, then where does that leave the Democratic Party?
The Dems have repeatedly campaigned on the issues of "Women's Rights." When does the woman's right begin and the fetus' right end?
I can tell you that allowing a child to be killed only weeks from its own delivery cannot be something that 'feels good,' and yet the Dems are harassing the Bush Administration for their hurtful crimes. Over 44 million un-born children have been murdered, and WE are the ones that are hurtful.
Republicans are typically the ones who believe in the sanctity of life and the respect for the institute of marriage. We want a better America, a better world, and to provide a better life for generations that are to come. How is providing a stable environment for those that we care about, and those we do not know a 'hurtful' choice? Statistics have showed that with the divorce rate rampant, and the teen pregnancy, fatherless homes and abortion rates WAY up, the way to reduce these numbers is to provide stable homes, with a mother and a father, (not a mom & mom, or a dad & dad), and to teach abstinence to our teens.
These are not hurtful choices, Ms. Boxer, they are responsible choices. Responsibility is something that the Democrats have long since pushed out the window by allowing more Welfare cases, advocating abortion on demand, and of course the ever infamous decision to teach America's children 'sex-education' by showing them how to put a condom on a banana. I say it is time that RESPONSIBLE Americans show Ms. Boxer and her counter-parts that we do not agree with her or anyone for the matter, peddling irresponsibility.
Really? Is that how she really feels? I remember her speech during the debates on banning Partial Birth Abortion, as compelling as her pro-abortion colleagues may have found it to be, I for one, was disgusted by it. If she feels that the Republican Party, one that stands for LIFE and the respect of it, is a hurtful party, then where does that leave the Democratic Party?
The Dems have repeatedly campaigned on the issues of "Women's Rights." When does the woman's right begin and the fetus' right end?
I can tell you that allowing a child to be killed only weeks from its own delivery cannot be something that 'feels good,' and yet the Dems are harassing the Bush Administration for their hurtful crimes. Over 44 million un-born children have been murdered, and WE are the ones that are hurtful.
Republicans are typically the ones who believe in the sanctity of life and the respect for the institute of marriage. We want a better America, a better world, and to provide a better life for generations that are to come. How is providing a stable environment for those that we care about, and those we do not know a 'hurtful' choice? Statistics have showed that with the divorce rate rampant, and the teen pregnancy, fatherless homes and abortion rates WAY up, the way to reduce these numbers is to provide stable homes, with a mother and a father, (not a mom & mom, or a dad & dad), and to teach abstinence to our teens.
These are not hurtful choices, Ms. Boxer, they are responsible choices. Responsibility is something that the Democrats have long since pushed out the window by allowing more Welfare cases, advocating abortion on demand, and of course the ever infamous decision to teach America's children 'sex-education' by showing them how to put a condom on a banana. I say it is time that RESPONSIBLE Americans show Ms. Boxer and her counter-parts that we do not agree with her or anyone for the matter, peddling irresponsibility.
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