Friday Quote

"I am the bread of life."

From the Gospel of John

Thursday Words

I remember Christmas when I was a young boy. There was never enough to make it grand. I know it bothered my mother that some years there wasn't even a tree. She always managed to get us something from the Sears and Roebucks catalogue. It may be why I have tended to overdo as an adult. Many times I confess forgetting that Christ is the beginning of Christmas and the real gift is His gift of life to us.

Wednesday Words

Its the season to celebrate the birth of the Christ child.

In this day and nation when the hearts of so many Americans have turned to themselves and other men the meaning of the season is clouded as to its true meaning.

The angels sang "Joy to the world".

God has walked among men and the majority men reject Him today.

His Word foretells of all this, so be comforted this Christmas season in knowing that God has not left us, to the contrary He is still in charge. Be of great joy and know that His purpose will be fulfilled. There will be "Peace on earth" and "Joy once again in the world" but know it will be in the time of His choosing. I pray this season will be a season of returning of the hearts of Americans to the truths of His Word. Pray for His will to be done and your prayers will always be answered.

Tuesday Words

Yesterday I went to the doctor for a screening for my routine colonostopy . While waiting in the reception room for my appointment which was late as usual (kind of like the military, they want you there 10minutes early but they are always running late, in military terms known as hurry up and wait).

There was an older gentleman there with a U.S.M.C. hat on. I struck up a conversation with him asking when he was in the "Suck" a term which automatically lets one know you are a fellow Leatherneck. Our conversation about our time in the Marines and Vietnam made the wait pass quickly. Upon leaving he said, "Simper Fi ." To which I replied, "Back to you brother." There is a bond that those who have never known the corps could never understand, once a Marine always a Marine. May God bless and protect those in service today.

Monday Words

The difference between my family and Washington.

We have often said, "We can't afford it, we don't need it but we will do it anyway."

Just like what is happening in Washington. The difference is when we do it we have to do what is necessary to pay for it. Washington to this point has never had to pay for anything.

They just keep on spending as if there was no responsibility to debt. We need to send Mr. Deed's to Washington.

Friday Quote

The meaning of Christmas.

"And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth."

John 1:14

Thursday Words

My wife had this photo entered into an Arkansas photo contest. It wasn't a final winner but was selected to be used in their video that comes with the book. She was so proud of that accomplishment that I found great joy in seeing her joy. Such are the little things that make life worth living.

Wednesday Words

I wish I were a bird.

It is easy to see God loves them.

Their beauty shows His care.

I cannot be a bird.

It is easy to see God loves me.

I pray I show His care.

Tuesday Words

Sorry Hon I have to be a little political today.

While congress debates a health care takeover to avert increasing health care costs which are mostly caused by their past actions.

While congress debates a cap and trade bill to alleviate an climate problem that is the result false science and a move to make special interest richer.

While congress debates a new tax to finance the presidents plan to commit more troops to Afghanistan a war we could finish with the Mississippi Militia on a flat bed wagon if they were committed to winning instead of being politically correct.

While the president prepares to go accept a peace prize and commit our tax money to repay for damage we have done to based on the false science stated above.

My head spins, our debt grows as we can't afford any of these boondoggles and mean while more and more of our people are unemployed and more and more hard working people sacrifice to make ends meet. I WISH WE COULD HAVE A SPECIAL ELECTION TOMORROW TO REPLACE OUR WHOLE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT WITH HONEST COMMON FOLKS. TWO WORDS THAT SHOULD NEVER BE INCLUDED IN THE SAME SENTENCE, CAREER AND POLITICIAN!

Monday Words

Roast turkey breast,

cornbread dressing,

fresh snapped green beans,

hot rolls,

fruit salad,

cranberry relish,

stuffed celery,

pumpkin pie,

pecan pie.

I think I am having a flashback!

Friday Quote

The fruits of love are; health, home and happiness.

Thursday Words

Happy Thanksgiving.

Wednesday Words

This morning over breakfast my wife and I had a semi-serious discussion. In the background the television was joyously resounding with sound of clowns and the glee of the moment.

In our discussion I insisted that I was a conservative while she insisted that having been married to me for 75% of her life she knew I was a Republican. I insisted I was a Conservative with no party affiliations I merely voted Republican 90% of the time because their candidate came closest to my viewpoint. In the background the clown clammered on from Washington.

Seriously it is time to forget party lines and vote, believe and live what is best for our great nation. In this season of Thanksgiving and thinking back over the past year in our personal life there is much to be thankful for. Our love is still strong, our health is good and our children are safe. There isn't much about our nation over the past year to be thankful for and that makes me think it is time for a personal renewal.

If we all practice Christian conservatism in our own personal life and vote for those who meet our standards and hold them to that standard, I believe God will restore our nation to its once secure standing. What we are experiencing in our nation is the absence of God's grace. I am most thankful that even in the darkest times His presence is there wanting only repentance and renewal from His people so He can once more restore America to be a "Shinning city on a hill" before the world. America we have nothing to be ashamed of except our personal choices, I pray we will accept responsibility for our own selves and become again God's people.

Tuesday Words

This is Bocephus. He visits us every year and has staked out our yard and feeders as his summer dwelling. He has brought hours of enjoyment into our lives as he feeds, breeds and defends his territory from all those who would dare to enter his domain. He will be missed till the coming spring as his little wings have taken him to his winter home on the Yucatan Peninsula. I hope he brings as much joy there as he does here. Bon voyage Bocephus, see ya next year.

Monday Words

Wouldn't it be wonderful if Thanksgiving happened every week.

Just think of the possibilities. People would gather as families.

People would think of their blessings and give thanks. People would go out of their way to see that the homeless and needy have a good meal. And last but not least congress would be on vacation and wouldn't be spending us deeper into debt.

Friday Quote

I pledge allegiance to the flag

Of the United States of America

And to the Republic for which it stands,

One nation,

Under God,

With liberty and justice for all.

Thursday Words

No matter how clever I might think I am it seems my wife can tell when I am not being completely truthful. It has been that way since we were married so many years ago. I have often wondered how she could see right through me when in my mind I was being so clever. I have finally figured it out.

After watching our president, Nancy and Harry and all those others who have pushed so much spending on us. No matter how they manipulate and spin (Washington correctness for not telling the truth) when you stop and think about it, well it never passes the test of reason much less their history.

I can see right through it every time.

Conclusion on my part is they either don't think we are smart enough to see past what they say to what our reason tells us they are doing or as someone once said to me, "If you tell a lie enough, in your mind it becomes truth."

I can promise my wife I will always be 100% honest with her and know that it becomes my responsibility to live up to that promise. I am a better man and husband for it. Would it not be wonderful if politicians came to the same conclusion? The truth shall set you free, I think with God's help I will try being what I want others to be.

Wednesday Words

I want to say a word about Good common sense. I believe we are all born with common sense. Just as all God's created animals have instincts, humans I believe are born with common sense. Having said that I believe Good common sense is learned by the experiences that we have in life. It is individual, it is learned and it is instinctive and shaped by life's experiences.

For example my experiences in life have led to my belief in Jesus as my Lord and Savior. He has sustained me in times of stress and trial, He has protected me in harms way in situations that without Him I would have lost my way and possibly have perished. He has shown me the value of His Word and through over fifty years of reading and meditation in His Word, common sense has taught me that His Word requires me to be responsible for myself and the decisions I make.

I believe the difference between common sense and Good common sense is where it comes from.

If it is based on my experiences and the wisdom of others it is common sense. If it comes from my experiences, the wisdom of others based on a firm foundation in my Creator then it becomes Good common sense. Friends we battle not against principalities but against the forces of good and evil and a fear of the Lord is the basis of Good Common Sense.

Tuesday Words

To say that cats have a mind of their own is probably the understatement of all time. As my blog title implies I am retired and share the major part of my life with these three feline individuals.

One is an old Tom who we obtained at a prison in south Texas.

What they didn't tell us was that he was an inmate. He is aggressive, though the years have mellowed him a little, his requirements are to be left alone to sleep, eat anything that he spies and when my wife is in her recliner he becomes the perfect lap cat. He wouldn't sit in my lap if it were filled with fresh fish.

One is an elderly patch work quilt we appropriately call Patches. She also is independent and has a confused personality. She is a picky eater, wants to be left alone 90% of the time, has six toes on each paw but when she is in one of her social moods she has a wonderful personality. One look at her face and you know what her mood is.

The other is a little black girl that I rescued one night as a small kitten. She was separated or deserted by her mother, covered with mud and hours from death for sure. We had to nurse her with a eye dropper and in general restore her to life. She follows me everywhere I go and her greatest joy is to stick her head in my smelly shoes. Unfortunately I nursed her soon after her eyes were open and believe she thinks I am her mother.

I jokingly tell my wife that with the experience I have gained since retirement I will pay for my sins (yes we all have them) in heaven by being assigned to take care of heaven's litter boxes for you see unlike many I believe cats will be in heaven if for no other reason than to remind us of who we are and where we came from.

Monday Words

I just finished my last visit to Dr. Deer after having cataract surgery. He seemed so pleased with himself as to how it turned out. It seems that at the age of 67 I now have 20-20 vision at a distance and will only need to wear reading glasses for close up work. He said he could give me glasses to make my distance vision better (to tell you the truth I couldn't tell the difference) he said this kind of result sure made it hard to maximize his business and then tried to sell me a pair of sun glasses with built in readers, they were nice but I didn't even want to ask the price. Thanks Dr. Deer for making at least one part of me as good as it was in my younger years.

Friday Quote

Friends....

they cherish one anothers hopes.

They are kind to one another's dreams.

Henry David Thoreau

Thursday Words

There has been a lot of discussion since the Terrorist strike at Ft. Hood about the Muslim Extremist who initiated the strike. Into the discussion comes 'combat stress syndrome'. As an ex Marine I would like to say that I agree with Generals Patton and Puller of the Second and Korean wars. There is no such thing as combat stress. There are people who don't belong in the military, there is a lack of training in combat situations and there is cowardice. I believe it was General Puller who said about Marine Corps. training, "If the first time a Marine faces live fire and a death experience is in combat then we have failed to train him for the experience." At Ft. Hood we see a good example of someone who should not have been allowed in the military much less trained as a doctor and promoted to a field grade officer. In the aftermath we have numerous examples of political correctness that has stifled the words of Generals Patton and Puller and many others who have followed and the common sense approach to war that made them among the elite combatants of our history. When one faces an enemy in combat it is essential that one is tougher, meaner and better trained than his adversary if he is to carry the day. I wonder where our Pattons and our Pullers have gone?

Wednesday Words

I heard about a bumper sticker that said, "If you can read this, thank a teacher and since it is in English thank a veteran!"

Happy Veterans Day to any who might read this and many thanks for your service.

Monday Words

The best advice I ever got was in a Sunday School class when I was a young teenager. It was from a man named Buck Burrow's, who was a great educator in the public school system in Texas who loved the Lord. Buck said to be careful of the friends you make as you will be influenced by them and your reputation will be formed by those you hold dear.

When you think about that it explains a lot of what is going on in our lives today. When we are choosing what we believe and who we will trust we should remember there is no gray area, there is only right and wrong. What may seem right to the mind of man and justified by his reasoning must always in our minds pass the test of is it right or wrong.

We must as individuals have a strong base of accountability. Hold our beliefs and answer for them and remember that our beliefs are in great part shaped by others. That makes Buck's advice all the more important. Not only should we choose our friends wisely, and our truth very carefully we should apply them to those who we would choose to place trust in. I believe God's Word puts it this way, by your fruit you will be known.

Fridays Quote

Take my will and make it Thine,

It shall be no longer mine;

Take my heart, it is Thine own,

It shall be Thy Royal Throne.

Frances R. Havergal

Our hearts go out and our prayers go up for those who lost loved ones and suffered injury yesterday at Fort Hood Texas. Father let Thy spirit protect those who protect us in our military. In the air, on the sea and on land keep them strong to their creed, the Constitution, Your Word and keep those in harms way safe in your Spirit. Amen.

Thursday Words

I remember when we were living in North East Texas and I was working at Lone Star Steel. The plant was about 30 miles from where we lived and the drive home was a good time to settle down from the stress of the work day as an electrical foreman. On this particular day it was a slow drive as we were having the first snowfall of the season (a semi rare event). I was in a long line of 18 wheelers and others as we slowly made our way over the hills.

It was the days when everyone was a CBer so we were carrying on a steady chatter as we creeped along. I remember one trucker and I were having a great time sharing tales but there was this one guy in front of me driving a big Buick with Michigan tags that kept butting in about how slow the traffic was and how none of us "rednecks" knew how to drive and we would not know what to do if we really saw some bad weather.

As we approached Linden, Texas (where I lived) there was a small Toyota Road Grader working to clear the road. The guy from Michigan couldn't pass up the chance, "No wonder the roads are in such bad shape, look at that miniature grader."

Over the CB came a call, "Break for the Tree Frog (that was my handle) this is the Big Hammer."

I replied, "You got the Tree Frog come on Big Hammer."

Big Hammer asked, "Tree Frog do you know the difference between a Yankee and a hemorrhoid?"

I replied, "Know I don't Big Hammer come on."

Big Hammer, "They are both a pain in the ass and neither one of them will go back where they came from!"

I replied, "Ten-four good buddy."

The rest of the trip was made in silence.

Wednesday Words

Our future home, if Washington doesn't start listening.

I watched the returns last night from Virginia, New Jersey and New York on Fox News. I listened to the talking heads, Republican and Democrat as they analysed what I was watching. A referendum on the Obama policies, a comeback of the Republican party, and omen of things to come.

At least on that last thing they were right but they still don't get it.

The average hard working, tax paying American (that leaves out about 40% of the people who have been reduced to living on government hand-outs) are mad and aren't going to stand by and watch America be destroyed.

Let me say it again, although I know no one in politics will listen, it is not about Democrats or Republicans. We are mad about the lack of representation in Washington, stop sending money you don't have, stop blaming everyone for your failures, stop expanding government, stop doing anything that puts us deeper in debt. Become responsible, honest legislators and quit being idiotic demagogues. If you can make it better without spending what you don't have and you can by reducing regulations that inhibit competition and the freedom of Americas free market.

In short start reducing government and taxes and do only those thing the Constitution explicitly sets forth, restore checks and balances and stop special interests.

What you saw last night was no matter who you are; president, senator, representative, democrat or republican if you don't do right We the People will find someone who will.

Tuesday Words

I can't understand people who feel like they are entitled to this or that.

I can't understand how what happened to others in the past entitles someone to entitlement just by virtue of who they are.

It seems to me that those who get something at the expense of others (isn't that what entitlements are?) neither appreciates what they have or respects those who sacrificed for it.

I remember when I as a young man how proud I felt when I finally got what I could call my own bedroom. For all my young life I had either shared a bed, or a room with a sibling or kinfolk or just slept on a couch or pallet in the living room. It didn't seem to matter much at the time as I always had clothing and don't remember ever going to bed hungry. But boy that first room of my own! What a thrill!! And as a bonus I got to share it with a new bride!!!

That was a long time ago and it may seem like a little thing but it was a source of pride and achievement to me as no one gave it to me or made it easy, I got there on my own. Somehow I feel too many in our society are being cheated out of the pride of accomplishment by the feeling of entitlement.

Monday Words

Could be the trail the headless horseman rides down! Well Halloween has come and gone again. We live in one of those quiet, enclosed subdivisions that people like to bring their kids into as it is well lit and for the most part user friendly.

Each year we give away more candy as more and more people find us. That's alright as the kids are very cute in their costumes and seem to be well mannered and respectful.

I find I need to give a "I'm sorry" to my wife for the use of the term "we" when speaking of the Trick or Treaters. I help buy the candy, help get it ready but I am M.I.A. when the little goblins and critters come. Someone ought to tell M.L.B. not to have the World Series at this time, never mind the Yankee's (the best money can buy) beat the Phillie's (who I am pulling for) I need to realize that if I catch the last two innings I know what happened.

So to my wife I pledge, next year I will be a part of the "goodie parade" and share the duties of caring for the creatures that come to our door---promise.

Friday Quote

Some people are so special that once they enter your life, it becomes richer and fuller and more wonderful than you ever thought it could be.

Anon.

Thursday Words

My grand-daughter just started school this year. She owes a tax debt of over $350million dollars that is growing by the hour. I am so sick and tired of the dishonesty in our government. Please America help stop the insanity that has gripped our country.

Pray without ceasing, become accountable and demand of those you have hired in Washington to do the same.

Wednesday Words

Do you know what you get when you get something for nothing?

Nothing worth getting.

My wife and I have a little joke every weekend when we get home and are unloading the car from our shopping.

We smile at each other and say, "More stuff"!

That's living the American dream.

Tuesday Words

I was reminded by my daughter on her blog of the "good old days". It got me thinking about what made those days good. It was a time when people earned what they had and for the most part were honest and accountable for what they did. It was a time when people meant what they said and said what they meant. It was a time when people were proud to be Americans and our history was something we were proud of not twisted into something to be ashamed of. It was a time when God and His Word were honored and praised across the land, my friends that's what I think made the "good old days" the good old days.

Monday Words

Health care is coming

There is great debt in sight.

Health care is coming

I tremble in fright.

Health care is coming

The will pass it at night.

Health care is coming

It will not stand the light.

Health care is coming

No matter what's right.

Health care is coming

See the people react.

Health care is coming

It better be good.

Health care is coming

Politicians beware.

Health care is coming

In November you'll be there.

Thursday Words

I wonder what BHO and the Left Wing Progressives will try to take over next?

Wednesday Words

Enjoy your freedom on the Internet while you can, I fear there is a move afoot to place it under federal management.

I also hope and pray we will not have another terrorist attack in the United States for I fear our government response will not be what it was on 9/11. I fear a national emergency will be declared and the government will seize even more of our freedoms----as we know they know better than we do how to live our lives.

Wednesday Words

On the cross Jesus cried out, "My God, My God why hast Thou forsaken me?" Even while He spoke these words He knew the answer, it must be done for the redemption of all who would believe.

Today many in America feel they should cry these words and that God has forsaken us. God is still there, it is we who have forsaken Him. If His Word teaches us anything it is that He will not abide in the presence of sin.

Abortion.

Homosexuality.

False Gods.

Greed.

On and on we need to repent and heed these words, "If My people, which are called by My name, will repent and return to Me" His promise is to return to us and heal our land.

Monday Words

I am sending the following letter to the White House and congress and hope that all who read this would do the same.
"I am not writing as a concerned democrat or republican but as a distressed grandparent. In my sixty-seven years of dedication to this nation and its constitution never have I seen a president or congress so out of touch with the people it supposedly serves and so unwilling to listen to its people.
I have written my concerns to the white house and all I got was a letter telling me how great they were doing and the great changes they were bringing. No mention of the concerns I wrote about.
I have written all my congressional representatives and either received a form letter telling me why they were doing what they were doing or no answer at all.
I say to all of them that in my case their careers in politics are over as far as I am concerned and since I have no option but to beg to any decency they might have (as that seems to be the only options I have left). Mr. President and Mr. and Mrs. Congressman please stop spending money you don't have. We need medical reforms but we can not continue to increase the debt our grandchildren will have to bear. We do not need environmental regulations that will lay a burden on us and future generations. You pick and choose those you believe about the environment when the majority of scientist and population say global warming is a myth.
Besides God is in control of that and not Washington D.C. or self interest groups. I beg you stop the wasteful spending, stop spreading your half truths and accept responsibility for the debt you have created and get off the back of working Americans and allow the American people to restore it economy. Please, please I beg you stop trying to grow your interests and concentrate on eliminating the debt you have place on our children and grandchildren."
A Scared American,
George Plaisted

Friday Quote

So much of what we learn

of love we learn at home.

Wednesday Words

Yesterday we came one step closer to socialized medicine. I have only one question to ask, who is being asked to sacrifice to give up the finest medical system in the world?

Is it the president? No, we will continue to pay for his good health care and also continue to finance his continued campaign for a second term on our tax money.

Is it congress? No, we will continue to sacrifice for them to better themselves with pork and closed door deals. By the way, while millions of us are loosing jobs and sacrificing to stay afloat they have given themselves a raise, don't expect any sacrifice here.

Will it be illegal aliens or those who have bee educated and conditioned by our government to believe that handouts instead of self improvement is the way to go. No, they don't pay the tax load they are being given that which is taken from those who have achieved.

Lets have some common sense in the argument. We do not have a health care crisis. We have the finest health care in the world. The problem with rising costs is not because of the insurance industry or the medical profession as our president would have us believe. The problem is the lack of competition, and as anyone with a third grade education can see it is government regulations on these industries.

Who refuses to allow competition across state lines? Who refuses to have tort reform? Who has and continues to look after special interests and themselves? The answer to all these questions is the Federal Government.

When all of us who are asked to sacrifice are giving all we have to continue your lavish lifestyle and take care of those who you have conditioned to not take care of themselves Mr. President

When the dollar is worthless and the debt is beyond payment for your reckless spending Mr. and Mrs. Congressman. Will you then begin to show some responsibility, I don't think so for then you will have us where you are taking us completely under your control and waiting for your next gift of benevolent kindness.

GOD HELP US TO HEAL OUR LAND, LET US TURN AND REPENT AND ONCE AGAIN LIVE BY YOUR WORDS THAT WE MIGHT SEE YOU HEAL OUR LAND AND RESTORE OUR FAITH. GOD PLEASE HEAL THE U.S.A.

Tuesday Words

Washington, I know you don't like to listen and I know your are intolerant of those who don't agree with the mindless things you do but I want to try and relate my 67 years of life to your actions.
I retired last year after working for 54 years of my life.
I paid into social security for all those working years. You took the money and spent it as you saw fit instead of building security for me as you promised. If it were all I had to retire on after working for 54 years I would be below the poverty level for my remaining years. Nice job on my federal retirement funds, some how I think I would have used that money more wisely.
I served in the U.S.M.C. for a little over ten years and am a veteran of Vietnam. A war in which the generals and fighting men were hampered by meddling from Washington. A war we could have won in half the time and lives it took to loose it without interference from those without the courage to serve. Yet today you are still trying to do the same thing to our brave men and women serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Give them what they need and get out of their way or bring them home and face the results. Oh, and by the way thanks for my veterans benefits, which to my surprise when I need them I find you have placed a time limit on. I couldn't file for them while I was working and insured and now that I am retired I find I should have signed up when I couldn't. Another good job.
Looking back on my life and ahead at my granddaughter's life I ask myself why should I trust you with anything. All of you who have been there more than two terms should do the honorable thing and retire and as you leave pass two more laws, term limits and a crime to be a professional politician. You all need to be looking for an honest job in the economy you have created.
Remember the oath of office you swore and the promises you made to receive our trust. I could go on and on and wind up with a book but why you aren't listening to anyone but those who can help you feather your nest and advance your causes. Oh, one more thing you had better listen too; we out here are mad as hell and aren't going to take it anymore. You can call us astro-turf and scoff but the day of reckoning is coming. Acorn and all the other things like the taking over of the census will not save you. You will be reminded who you work for as we seek to restore accountability and honesty in the sacred halls of our government.

Monday Comments

Congratulations Mr. Obama on your peace prize (though I don't know what you have accomplished that is worthy of it) you join a couple of other worthy winners. Jimmy Carter (a very bitter old man) and Al Gore (a pathological liar). I guess I do no why, all three of you are extremely left wing radicals. Just my opinion.

Friday Quote

Memory is the power to gather roses in winter.

Anon.

Thursday Words

Have you been keeping up with the funniest reality show on television -- congress and the white house.

Yesterday was the best one yet. They are going to spend 800 billion dollars (will probably turn out to be more like 2 trillion) to destroy the health care industry as we know and appreciate it. Here's the punch line, they are going to save us billions in doing it!

Hey prez and congress haven't you heard, you and I are as a nation are broke, as W. Nelson sings, "If whisky were a nickle you couldn't buy a smell." America wake up and smell the coffee. Let finally do something for our children and grandchildren besides burdening them with our debt. Help me vote the B------- out, I truly hope we can wait that long before our nation and economy are turned into a third world country. Thought I would put a picture with this that illustrates our future instead of our past.

Maybe It Is Just Me

Today I have shame in my heart for Americans. Our president today did not meet with the Dali Lama while he is in Washington. Instead he was greeted and given an award in congress where the speaker of the house made reference to standing up for the rights of the oppressed or seeming to be indifferent and unworthy to speak out in the face of moral wrong.
Our president did this for fear of looking bad in the eyes of the Communist Chinese leaders when he meets with them this month. The same Communist Chinese who would imprison the Dali Lama if they could get their hands on him and who have imprisoned and killed and still oppress the people of Tibet (the most peaceful people on the face of the earth).
In my opinion our greed and self-indulgence in Washington has brought us to the point of bankrupcy and need to cow to the Communist Chinese to further the greed and self-indulgence in Washington. Mr. President you need to trust in God and the people of the United States and not the left wing ideologists who seem to have your ear.
Restore moral responsibility in Washington and allow the American People to restore this great country to what it once was. Maybe it is just me......but I am ashamed today.

Tuesday Words

Hiking in the Smokies. It will show you how out of shape you really are. This trail led to a beautiful water fall and I was accompanied by my wife and daughter, we all enjoyed it, the views, the flowers and especially the falls. But at the end we were glad to see the car and a chance to catch a breather.

Stern tasks can be handled if you work together. Depend on and help one another, assure each other the effort is worth the reward and listen to the needs of those you are with. In short depend on each other and respect those you are on the journey with.

Mr. president and congress maybe you should take a little hike in the mountains. Then you might realize the easy way to accomplish a task is to use all the assets at hand. You might try listening twice as much as you talk and depend on each other a little more, after all you weren't sent to Washington to single handily solve the world's problems but to represent the good of the people you are supposed to serve. My mother always used to say, "God gave you two ears and one mouth young man, you should at least listen twice as much as you speak." I have found this to be good advice at home and on the job.

Monday Shot

North Carolina from a lookout on the decent into Cherokee in the Great Smokey Mountains.

What a mighty God created and sustains this land.

While we dispute over health care

While we have rumors of another stimulus package

While we seek to obtain the Olympics (thank God that expense was averted)

Shouldn't we be thinking about repenting and confessing our abandonment of God and dealing with the real problems in America?

We should place our faith in God, our trust in each other and seek to restore accountability in our leaders. Then maybe God bless America will again become a reality instead of a political sound bite.

Friday's Quote

"LET HIM IN"

Theres a stranger at the door,

He has been there oft before,

Let Him in, ere He is gone,

Let Him in, the Holy One,

Jesus Christ the Father's Son,

Let Him in.

E.O. Excell

Thursday Words

If the econmy keeps recovering at its present rate from the huge stimulous package we might have to build more of these. An old grist mill outside Cherokee, N.C.

Wednesday Words

This Smokey Mountain stream flows without stopping, just like our tax money flows from Washington.

Tuesday Words

And I'd gladly stand up next to you and defend her still today,

God bless the U.S.A.