Today will always be a day Americans remember. No matter how much time passes, those of us old enough to remember know exactly what we were doing and where we were when we heard the news. We remember how we were glued to the TV or radio waiting to see how this would play out. Were there more planes, where is flight 93 going? In disbelief we passed through the day, but still pulled up our bootstraps and rallied the troops. When tragedy happens in America, the true spirit of America comes out. We pray, we give, we take action where and how we need to.
Our military, policeman and fireman all daily risk their lives for us still. So thank them ,whenever you see them, for their service.
I am proud to be an American in a country founded on Biblical principles. A great experiment and exceptional country I get to call home.
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
Friday, August 10, 2018
So much hate
The more the left goes mad about Trump, the more I think he must be doing right.
Hate is the theme of the liberals. Their reaction to everything is hate. Criticism and violence is the action of the day. There is such a visceral hate that people have lost all common sense. Because someone disagrees with them they feel the need to attack, slander and sometimes injure those that oppose them. I don't see that kind of behavior in conservatives. Speaking for myself, I do not hate those who have different beliefs, those who wholeheartedly accept the Clinton/Obama regime and the liberal media words as truth. What I do feel is sad and somewhat dumbfounded that they cannot see the lies, hypocrisy and illogical philosophy of socialism and communism. I don't understand people embracing socialism. It has never worked and will never work. The old saying that if you tell a big enough lie often enough people will believe it to be true. That is exactly what the liberals are doing.
They have a world view that America is bad and must be taken down and reinvented. That could not be further from the truth. America is exceptional and a beacon for the world.
They don't have anything they stand on other than get rid of Trump, conservatives are bad and on and on. Whatever they accuse conservatives of is generally what they are doing. Especially when it comes to the whole Russian collusion investigation. Nothing going on with Trump, but the democrats are deeply involved with the Russians and notably Hillary was involved. They constantly accuse others of racism, when the democratic party is the party of racism throughout history and present. Actions speak louder than words.
I know there are many Americans that love America and stand by the constitution, one of the greatest documents every written, but I fear for the impact the loud left will have on people who do not educate and inform themselves of the truths.
Hate is the theme of the liberals. Their reaction to everything is hate. Criticism and violence is the action of the day. There is such a visceral hate that people have lost all common sense. Because someone disagrees with them they feel the need to attack, slander and sometimes injure those that oppose them. I don't see that kind of behavior in conservatives. Speaking for myself, I do not hate those who have different beliefs, those who wholeheartedly accept the Clinton/Obama regime and the liberal media words as truth. What I do feel is sad and somewhat dumbfounded that they cannot see the lies, hypocrisy and illogical philosophy of socialism and communism. I don't understand people embracing socialism. It has never worked and will never work. The old saying that if you tell a big enough lie often enough people will believe it to be true. That is exactly what the liberals are doing.
They have a world view that America is bad and must be taken down and reinvented. That could not be further from the truth. America is exceptional and a beacon for the world.
They don't have anything they stand on other than get rid of Trump, conservatives are bad and on and on. Whatever they accuse conservatives of is generally what they are doing. Especially when it comes to the whole Russian collusion investigation. Nothing going on with Trump, but the democrats are deeply involved with the Russians and notably Hillary was involved. They constantly accuse others of racism, when the democratic party is the party of racism throughout history and present. Actions speak louder than words.
I know there are many Americans that love America and stand by the constitution, one of the greatest documents every written, but I fear for the impact the loud left will have on people who do not educate and inform themselves of the truths.
Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Independence Day
Two hundred and forty-two years ago a group of men pledged their lives and fortunes to fight for independence of a new nation. Though this ground breaking document wasn't officially signed until August, today is the day that marked the beginning. America has a unique beginning and is an exceptional nation like no other. The Declaration of Independence is an amazing document, step of faith, step of defiance against tyranny, and the catalyst to this great nation.
I'm so thankful for the sacrifices made to bring about our country. Founded on Biblical principles, America is unique in it's birth and it's philosophy. There's good reason to be proud to be an American. We have been a beacon of hope in the world and the land of opportunity.
I love to see the patriotism that comes out on the Fourth of July. The songs, the flags, parades and fireworks are all part of celebration.
I'm proud of our military; the best in the world. Without them where would we be? During the fireworks I like to close my eyes and try to put myself in the mindset of battle. I listen to the booms, whistles and cracks as if it is real. What must that feel like to put your life on the line for your country? Thank you to all who do that.
America the great experiment, turned out pretty good I think. Americans, stay strong, stay true. Our constitution is worth fighting for.
I love America and I'm proud and blessed to be an American. May God truly Bless America.
Lee Greenwood
"Proud To Be An American"
I'm so thankful for the sacrifices made to bring about our country. Founded on Biblical principles, America is unique in it's birth and it's philosophy. There's good reason to be proud to be an American. We have been a beacon of hope in the world and the land of opportunity.
I love to see the patriotism that comes out on the Fourth of July. The songs, the flags, parades and fireworks are all part of celebration.
I'm proud of our military; the best in the world. Without them where would we be? During the fireworks I like to close my eyes and try to put myself in the mindset of battle. I listen to the booms, whistles and cracks as if it is real. What must that feel like to put your life on the line for your country? Thank you to all who do that.
America the great experiment, turned out pretty good I think. Americans, stay strong, stay true. Our constitution is worth fighting for.
I love America and I'm proud and blessed to be an American. May God truly Bless America.
Lee Greenwood
"Proud To Be An American"
If tomorrow all the things were gone I'd worked for all my life,
And I had to start again with just my children and my wife.
I'd thank my lucky stars to be living here today,
'Cause the flag still stands for freedom and they can't take that away.
And I'm proud to be an American where at least I know I'm free.
And I won't forget the men who died, who gave that right to me.
And I'd gladly stand up next to you and defend her still today.
'Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land God bless the U.S.A.
From the lakes of Minnesota, to the hills of Tennessee,
Across the plains of Texas, from sea to shining sea,
From Detroit down to Houston and New York to LA,
Well, there's pride in every American heart,
And it's time we stand and say:
I'm proud to be an American where at least I know I'm free.
And I won't forget the men who died, who gave that right to me.
And I'd gladly stand up next to you and defend her still today.
'Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land! God bless the U.S.A.
And I'm proud to be an American where at least I know I'm free.
And I won't forget the men who died, who gave that right to me.
And I'd gladly stand up... next to you and defend her still today.
'Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land God bless the U.S.A.
And I had to start again with just my children and my wife.
I'd thank my lucky stars to be living here today,
'Cause the flag still stands for freedom and they can't take that away.
And I'm proud to be an American where at least I know I'm free.
And I won't forget the men who died, who gave that right to me.
And I'd gladly stand up next to you and defend her still today.
'Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land God bless the U.S.A.
From the lakes of Minnesota, to the hills of Tennessee,
Across the plains of Texas, from sea to shining sea,
From Detroit down to Houston and New York to LA,
Well, there's pride in every American heart,
And it's time we stand and say:
I'm proud to be an American where at least I know I'm free.
And I won't forget the men who died, who gave that right to me.
And I'd gladly stand up next to you and defend her still today.
'Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land! God bless the U.S.A.
And I'm proud to be an American where at least I know I'm free.
And I won't forget the men who died, who gave that right to me.
And I'd gladly stand up... next to you and defend her still today.
'Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land God bless the U.S.A.
Thursday, June 28, 2018
America be Safe
I've been pretty quite about all the political static of the last month or so. It's not from lack of thoughts about it, but more to keep myself from getting worked up about things I can't change. At this point, I feel like I can't keep quiet anymore.
Top on the list of frustrations...immigration. So much false information is going about and people trying to get on the moral high ground by standing on false premises. People are in a tizzy about children being "ripped" from their mother's arms. Besides the fact that is not an accurate picture, there have been separations due to illegal immigration going on since the 90's, why the outcry only now? Hypocrisy abounds. It was actually worse then.
We are a country of laws. If we don't enforce our laws we won't have a nation. The liberals want nothing short of open borders and will do and say whatever it takes to get it. We Can't have that. A country without borders is not a country. No country in the world can just let whoever and as many as want come into their country and survive. Americans who accidentally crossed a border to another country were put in prison, yet people flood into America and get free housing, schooling, welfare and the list goes on.
If a parent commits a crime they are separated from their children, it doesn't matter their color their status or the crime. There is no racism involved. No one wants to put children in jail with a parent. Crossing the border illegally IS a Crime. Kids are sent alone, kids are used by non parent adults to sneak in contraband or used for the adult to get in and then discarded. If someone is truly in need of asylum then request it and come legally. Why are these people coming from Central America coming here? They have to travel through Mexico to get here, why are they not just seeking asylum in Mexico? and why is Mexico just letting them travel through when they arrest others coming into their country and throw them in jail? Comparing this to Nazi death camps is insulting to the Jews who suffered through that. Not even close to the same issue. The only fascists I see are the liberal democrats aka socialists.
The security of our country is at stake. The evil elements are not above using children to to their dirty work. The media and the liberal element are using the children to advance their agenda. Liberal policies are an abject failure and we don't want it in America. It has No place in America. They need to get over the fact that they lost and America doesn't want it. They are filled with such blind hatred they can't see what end is up. They think they are the majority but they are not. The media is a driving force in presenting this but in reality liberalism is a mental disorder with no connection to reality. People need to wake up and get informed with the facts, not with the media fairy tails.
Top on the list of frustrations...immigration. So much false information is going about and people trying to get on the moral high ground by standing on false premises. People are in a tizzy about children being "ripped" from their mother's arms. Besides the fact that is not an accurate picture, there have been separations due to illegal immigration going on since the 90's, why the outcry only now? Hypocrisy abounds. It was actually worse then.
We are a country of laws. If we don't enforce our laws we won't have a nation. The liberals want nothing short of open borders and will do and say whatever it takes to get it. We Can't have that. A country without borders is not a country. No country in the world can just let whoever and as many as want come into their country and survive. Americans who accidentally crossed a border to another country were put in prison, yet people flood into America and get free housing, schooling, welfare and the list goes on.
If a parent commits a crime they are separated from their children, it doesn't matter their color their status or the crime. There is no racism involved. No one wants to put children in jail with a parent. Crossing the border illegally IS a Crime. Kids are sent alone, kids are used by non parent adults to sneak in contraband or used for the adult to get in and then discarded. If someone is truly in need of asylum then request it and come legally. Why are these people coming from Central America coming here? They have to travel through Mexico to get here, why are they not just seeking asylum in Mexico? and why is Mexico just letting them travel through when they arrest others coming into their country and throw them in jail? Comparing this to Nazi death camps is insulting to the Jews who suffered through that. Not even close to the same issue. The only fascists I see are the liberal democrats aka socialists.
The security of our country is at stake. The evil elements are not above using children to to their dirty work. The media and the liberal element are using the children to advance their agenda. Liberal policies are an abject failure and we don't want it in America. It has No place in America. They need to get over the fact that they lost and America doesn't want it. They are filled with such blind hatred they can't see what end is up. They think they are the majority but they are not. The media is a driving force in presenting this but in reality liberalism is a mental disorder with no connection to reality. People need to wake up and get informed with the facts, not with the media fairy tails.
Monday, May 28, 2018
Thank You
Memorial Day. For many it's just a long weekend and barbecues. We tend to loose focus on what this day stands for. So many who have come before us, gave up their lives so we could be free. The ultimate sacrifice. To coin a phrase....the few, the proud, the brave.
I can't imagine the sacrifice those families have to deal with, first to send their loved one off, and then to not get them back. We have fought for our independence and to keep ourselves together. We have fought to rid the world of evils and protect the weak. Untold numbers over the years have served and given their all.
So today we remember those we lost and show our thanks to all they gave. We can do that by not taking our freedoms for granted, by being a good citizen in our actions and being thankful to those serving now.
I can't imagine the sacrifice those families have to deal with, first to send their loved one off, and then to not get them back. We have fought for our independence and to keep ourselves together. We have fought to rid the world of evils and protect the weak. Untold numbers over the years have served and given their all.
So today we remember those we lost and show our thanks to all they gave. We can do that by not taking our freedoms for granted, by being a good citizen in our actions and being thankful to those serving now.
Monday, March 5, 2018
Agendas
The liberal agenda is alive and well. Something that strikes me is how they constantly want to separate everyone into groups. They want to pit group against group. It's getting old.
The standard should be whoever is the best rises to the top, no matter what gender or race they are.
Want to get rid of racism? Stop putting people in groups. Stop pointing out that people are different to your children. Kids don't know the difference until you tell them. If you keep teaching your children that they are a victim because of their color or they are better because of their color, or should be ashamed of their race, we won't ever get rid of hate. Stop complaining that there are not an equal number of each race in a profession. There are not an equal number of each in society. If someone is the better candidate or student they should be the one to get the job or be accepted into a college regardless of race. To punish someone who is more qualified but not the right color, couldn't be more wrong. Each race has people that is successful and affluent. Each race has people that are struggling or unsuccessful. It has less to do with race and more to do with drive and opportunity. Those that work hard can succeed no matter their race or gender. That's part of the American Dream. The Opportunity to become all you can be, Not the guarantee. Which brings me to the asinine beliefs that those who come here ILLEGALLY are suddenly granted free healthcare, free college, basically a free ride; while many our own citizens struggle along without. If we don't respect our laws and our borders how can we be a country. We welcome those who come here through the right process. We need to stop with those who don't. It's not unreasonable to require vetting to be allowed in the country. There are plenty who want to come to America with evil intent and if our laws are not followed they will get in, and they will cause havoc. If they have nothing to hid than go through the process to come legally. The liberal socialist goal is to take down America and these are a few of the ways they are trying to do it.
The standard should be whoever is the best rises to the top, no matter what gender or race they are.
Want to get rid of racism? Stop putting people in groups. Stop pointing out that people are different to your children. Kids don't know the difference until you tell them. If you keep teaching your children that they are a victim because of their color or they are better because of their color, or should be ashamed of their race, we won't ever get rid of hate. Stop complaining that there are not an equal number of each race in a profession. There are not an equal number of each in society. If someone is the better candidate or student they should be the one to get the job or be accepted into a college regardless of race. To punish someone who is more qualified but not the right color, couldn't be more wrong. Each race has people that is successful and affluent. Each race has people that are struggling or unsuccessful. It has less to do with race and more to do with drive and opportunity. Those that work hard can succeed no matter their race or gender. That's part of the American Dream. The Opportunity to become all you can be, Not the guarantee. Which brings me to the asinine beliefs that those who come here ILLEGALLY are suddenly granted free healthcare, free college, basically a free ride; while many our own citizens struggle along without. If we don't respect our laws and our borders how can we be a country. We welcome those who come here through the right process. We need to stop with those who don't. It's not unreasonable to require vetting to be allowed in the country. There are plenty who want to come to America with evil intent and if our laws are not followed they will get in, and they will cause havoc. If they have nothing to hid than go through the process to come legally. The liberal socialist goal is to take down America and these are a few of the ways they are trying to do it.
Monday, February 19, 2018
Guns and Grief
School shootings are awful, evil and very traumatizing to all. No one is going to debate that. Yet there is such controversy over it when it happens. Everyone wants someone to blame. They want something concrete to be done to fix it NOW. The problem with that is the issue came on slowly and it will not be fixed quick. It's a cultural decay not an inanimate object that is the problem.
Guns are not the problem. The person who chooses evil is. I've read several accounts of those remembering a few decades ago when kids had guns in their pick up truck or in there home and kids were not out shooting people. There was a level of respect for guns and also a respect for human life. Over time this respect has gone away, especially for human life. God was taken from the schools. Society has changed and the only way to find our way back to to reach out to God.
Guns are not the problem. The person who chooses evil is. I've read several accounts of those remembering a few decades ago when kids had guns in their pick up truck or in there home and kids were not out shooting people. There was a level of respect for guns and also a respect for human life. Over time this respect has gone away, especially for human life. God was taken from the schools. Society has changed and the only way to find our way back to to reach out to God.
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
The gig is up
Well, it's been awhile since I've written. There is so much to say about the state of America. We keep finding out the corruption is deeper and higher than one would think possible. One of the frustrating aspects is the fact that a large segment of the population does not know the facts. All they get is a very biased and controlled version of reality. The level of deception of the previous administration and all the hold overs still stirring up trouble is crazy. I listen to the liberal media (as little as possible) and everything they are pointing fingers at is actually what they are doing. The democrats and media together have a bad case of narcissism. Their hatred for Trump and conservative ideals blinds them to the reality of all the good things that are happening in America. Even more could be happening if they would stop making up controversies and crimes that don't exist, wasting our time and not speaking the truth.
Hopefully as the swamp is drained and more things come out they won't be able to hide behind the lies and deception that has become such a way of life. I fear they may actually believe it. They say that if you repeat something enough, people will believe it even if it's a bold face lie. Some of it is so far fetched it's hard to accept that a sane thinking person would believe it.
Time will tell. Hopefully truth wins out.
Hopefully as the swamp is drained and more things come out they won't be able to hide behind the lies and deception that has become such a way of life. I fear they may actually believe it. They say that if you repeat something enough, people will believe it even if it's a bold face lie. Some of it is so far fetched it's hard to accept that a sane thinking person would believe it.
Time will tell. Hopefully truth wins out.
Sunday, December 17, 2017
Merry Christmas
It's nice to have a president who isn't afraid to say Merry Christmas. I was reading an article today about the president saying Merry Christmas on the official White House Christmas card. Of course the internet lit up with offended people complaining about it. It is truly tiring. For the last 2 centuries Americans have been saying Merry Christmas without complaint. It's a sign of the times I guess, where no one can speak freely unless you speak "politically correct." America is a Christian nation and there shouldn't be an issue if we act like it. We say Merry Christmas because it is Christmas, a day we celebrate the birth of Jesus. In it's most general greeting it is still a wish for peace and good will to whoever you are saying it to, whether they believe in the true meaning of Christmas or not.
The people I know, say Merry Christmas. I work with someone who is Jewish who has no problem with people saying Merry Christmas or even saying Merry Christmas to others. As well as I have no issue to say Happy Hanukkah.
Let's get back to Merry Christmas and the meaning of the season and stop expecting everyone to cater to everyone's offenses. To do that we'd all have to stop talking. In America we have the freedom to speak but not to muzzle those we don't agree with.
Merry Christmas and God Bless us everyone.
The people I know, say Merry Christmas. I work with someone who is Jewish who has no problem with people saying Merry Christmas or even saying Merry Christmas to others. As well as I have no issue to say Happy Hanukkah.
Let's get back to Merry Christmas and the meaning of the season and stop expecting everyone to cater to everyone's offenses. To do that we'd all have to stop talking. In America we have the freedom to speak but not to muzzle those we don't agree with.
Merry Christmas and God Bless us everyone.
Wednesday, November 22, 2017
Blind men walking
There is sharp division in America and the world. I think people hate Trump because he's doing something right. People hate American ideals because they are good. A spiritual battle plays out before our eyes. If I see someone vehemently opposed to something or someone good, I figure that what they are opposed to must in reality be a good thing. It goes back to--what's good is now bad and what was bad is now good.
This is bigger than any one issue, it's a world view. It's an ideology. Let's be frank. It's Satan working and weaving into thoughts and actions to destroy what God made good.
There is no logic to the thoughts and actions of those who wish to destroy America or good things---and destroy is exactly what they want.
Deception in the media is high. The sad part is the declining education. Kids are not taught about American ideals and founding. Instead they are taught socialist ideas and to follow liberal and progressive ideologies without thinking for themselves. So when the media spews fake news and half truths so many believe those lies hook line and sinker.
Some people have good intentions but don't truly understand the successful way to go about it. Some people just have blind hate and won't even try to listen to anything beyond what they believe.
I hope we can succeed in turning the tide back to what America was meant to be.
This is bigger than any one issue, it's a world view. It's an ideology. Let's be frank. It's Satan working and weaving into thoughts and actions to destroy what God made good.
There is no logic to the thoughts and actions of those who wish to destroy America or good things---and destroy is exactly what they want.
Deception in the media is high. The sad part is the declining education. Kids are not taught about American ideals and founding. Instead they are taught socialist ideas and to follow liberal and progressive ideologies without thinking for themselves. So when the media spews fake news and half truths so many believe those lies hook line and sinker.
Some people have good intentions but don't truly understand the successful way to go about it. Some people just have blind hate and won't even try to listen to anything beyond what they believe.
I hope we can succeed in turning the tide back to what America was meant to be.
Friday, October 27, 2017
Swamp
Politics is an ugly word. It reflects in a picture how messed up our society has become. Liberals have lost their minds. There is no more common sense or morality in those that lead and represent and report the news. I know there is dishonesty in politics all the time, but the level it has reached in this era is mind boggling. Outright lies, made up stories, deep deep deception and schemes.
Watch the liberals closely, (and I mean the ones who are basically socialist, think America is bad and needs to be taken down) many times what they blame and point fingers about to others is exactly what they are doing. I see it again and again. Just like with all this Russian collusion accusations. They have been trying for over a year to pin something on Trump with that and have found Nothing. All the while knowing that is was them who were colluding with the Russians. And to find out now that the so called dossier was paid for and directed by hillary and the gang.(which anyone with half a brain has known for a long time) Back in the news again too is the whole uranium sale to Russia, which I knew was shady back then and we find out now how truly corrupt at the highest levels that was. There is no reason whatsoever to ever sell uranium to Russia.
I'm so tired of all the corruption and nothing ever happens to the guilty parties.
There is so much hypocrisy on the left it's almost laughable how brazen they are if it wasn't so sad what they are doing to the country.
I can hardly stand to hear any news because the crap just keeps coming. Thank goodness for conservative radio to weed through the lies and garbage and let us know what's really going on and all the good things that Trump is doing. We know the main stream faux media/ news reporters will never tell us that.
Watch the liberals closely, (and I mean the ones who are basically socialist, think America is bad and needs to be taken down) many times what they blame and point fingers about to others is exactly what they are doing. I see it again and again. Just like with all this Russian collusion accusations. They have been trying for over a year to pin something on Trump with that and have found Nothing. All the while knowing that is was them who were colluding with the Russians. And to find out now that the so called dossier was paid for and directed by hillary and the gang.(which anyone with half a brain has known for a long time) Back in the news again too is the whole uranium sale to Russia, which I knew was shady back then and we find out now how truly corrupt at the highest levels that was. There is no reason whatsoever to ever sell uranium to Russia.
I'm so tired of all the corruption and nothing ever happens to the guilty parties.
There is so much hypocrisy on the left it's almost laughable how brazen they are if it wasn't so sad what they are doing to the country.
I can hardly stand to hear any news because the crap just keeps coming. Thank goodness for conservative radio to weed through the lies and garbage and let us know what's really going on and all the good things that Trump is doing. We know the main stream faux media/ news reporters will never tell us that.
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Patriots
What happened to patriotism? I know it's still around, but not to the extent I grew up with .The media would also have you believe everyone hates America by what they broadcast but we know that's not true. Just drive around and you will still see flags flying proudly. Go to high school or college sports and you will hear our great national anthem. Even so, it does seem patriotism, love and respect for America has declined. I don't think kids are being taught love of country or given an understanding of our founding and exceptionalism. We are truly unique in the world and future American generations need to be be taught about it or we will loose what we've built.
One thing I miss from growing up is when the anthem was played at ballgames. Then, it wasn't just played and people stand, the whole crowd would proudly sing along. It wasn't so much a performance by someone as it was a community together honoring America and the freedoms we enjoy. I wish that tradition would start up again. The situation that inspired the anthem is nothing short of inspiring. The strength those soldiers had to hold out against the British and keep our flag flying is beyond amazing.
Over the years the flag has been a beacon of hope, an inspiration to achieve greatness and an encouragement to go on. It has meaning far beyond a piece of cloth.
One thing I miss from growing up is when the anthem was played at ballgames. Then, it wasn't just played and people stand, the whole crowd would proudly sing along. It wasn't so much a performance by someone as it was a community together honoring America and the freedoms we enjoy. I wish that tradition would start up again. The situation that inspired the anthem is nothing short of inspiring. The strength those soldiers had to hold out against the British and keep our flag flying is beyond amazing.
Over the years the flag has been a beacon of hope, an inspiration to achieve greatness and an encouragement to go on. It has meaning far beyond a piece of cloth.
Sunday, October 8, 2017
Allegiance
My thoughts on the kneeling in the NFL . It's important to respect the flag and what it means. There are other ways we can protest or work to correct injustice in America, but disrespecting the flag shouldn't be one of them. We need to be thankful to live in this country, despite some flaws it's the greatest country there is. Respecting the flag shows honor to those who fought and died for or freedom and those currently doing the same and sacrificing for our country.
I think the flag represents the citizens and the ideals of America. I feel disrespecting the flag equates to disrespecting the people. Protesting can be a positive thing and our founders made sure to include that in our freedoms but I think there are appropriate and inappropriate ways to go about it. Even better than protesting is doing things in the community to make things better. The biggest problem in America is a heart issue...from taking God out and letting government be the caregiver, but I guess that's a whole other issue. We look at the same situation from different lenses so see things differently.
I think we as a nation do embrace all people. The fringe wackos that don't..don't represent America, not what America stands for. (Its just that they get all the media coverage so it's all people see) I know a lot of people work hard to help things in America to improve, we have made great strides in the last 100 years though there are still problems. The thing today is everything is so upside down, what's good is bad and what's bad is good. I'm sure God grieves for us and the things going on not just here but all over the world. The flag is most definitely not above God but it deserves respect nonetheless. I don't think respecting the flag means you don't care about the issues our country faces. The flag should be a symbol to bring us together not be used to tear us apart. We are all God's children of equal value. One thing I know for sure is that God is in control no matter what and we can trust in that..no matter the chaos or craziness around us.
I think the flag represents the citizens and the ideals of America. I feel disrespecting the flag equates to disrespecting the people. Protesting can be a positive thing and our founders made sure to include that in our freedoms but I think there are appropriate and inappropriate ways to go about it. Even better than protesting is doing things in the community to make things better. The biggest problem in America is a heart issue...from taking God out and letting government be the caregiver, but I guess that's a whole other issue. We look at the same situation from different lenses so see things differently.
I think we as a nation do embrace all people. The fringe wackos that don't..don't represent America, not what America stands for. (Its just that they get all the media coverage so it's all people see) I know a lot of people work hard to help things in America to improve, we have made great strides in the last 100 years though there are still problems. The thing today is everything is so upside down, what's good is bad and what's bad is good. I'm sure God grieves for us and the things going on not just here but all over the world. The flag is most definitely not above God but it deserves respect nonetheless. I don't think respecting the flag means you don't care about the issues our country faces. The flag should be a symbol to bring us together not be used to tear us apart. We are all God's children of equal value. One thing I know for sure is that God is in control no matter what and we can trust in that..no matter the chaos or craziness around us.
Monday, September 11, 2017
Remembering
It's September 11th. A date we all remember, at least those of us old enough to have witnessed it. Today I was driving to work and there is a bridge overpass that every year parks firetrucks with the ladder's raised high and fly a flag between them. Driving in to school today (just as I was doing 16 years ago at that time) it was very heartwarming and encouraging to see this display. I get goosebumps just talking about it.
Shortly after that, the radio station I was listening to interrupted the song that was playing to have a moment of silence at the time the first plane hit the tower, and then prayed. What a good reminder that God is God in all things. It is important to remember.
When I got to school, and as I drove, I saw flags at half staff. We must never forget the tragedy, nor the hero's that rose up.
With all turmoil and tragedies going on it's good to see Americans having pride in our country. 9/11, tragic as it was, showed how Americans can come together to help each other. It's paramount we pass those traits onto the next generation.
Sixteen years ago I was driving to school to drop off my daughter at school, listening to kid songs on the cassette player, oblivious at the time, about this huge tragedy. Same school but different building that I was driving to today. I learned of it shortly after when I stopped at a friend's house. I was in complete shock when I turned on the TV to see the tower collapsing. I could barely take my attention away from it all day, on TV or the radio. Back then I had a 1st grader and a preschooler. Now they are both adults. They grew up in a post 9/11 world. I hope the generations coming up learn a love and respect for this great country of America.
Shortly after that, the radio station I was listening to interrupted the song that was playing to have a moment of silence at the time the first plane hit the tower, and then prayed. What a good reminder that God is God in all things. It is important to remember.
When I got to school, and as I drove, I saw flags at half staff. We must never forget the tragedy, nor the hero's that rose up.
With all turmoil and tragedies going on it's good to see Americans having pride in our country. 9/11, tragic as it was, showed how Americans can come together to help each other. It's paramount we pass those traits onto the next generation.
Sixteen years ago I was driving to school to drop off my daughter at school, listening to kid songs on the cassette player, oblivious at the time, about this huge tragedy. Same school but different building that I was driving to today. I learned of it shortly after when I stopped at a friend's house. I was in complete shock when I turned on the TV to see the tower collapsing. I could barely take my attention away from it all day, on TV or the radio. Back then I had a 1st grader and a preschooler. Now they are both adults. They grew up in a post 9/11 world. I hope the generations coming up learn a love and respect for this great country of America.
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Brothers All
Emergencies and tragedies like Hurricane Harvey brings out the true American spirit. As difficult as the circumstances are in Texas, Americans are coming out in droves to help those affected. To see how we care for each other gives me hope that America's roots are still strong.
People try to pull politics into tragedies like this, but it has no place. We are just Americans helping each other in need. Government has a place, but for the most part it's the local people that do the most good. In times of trouble communities rally and it's a beautiful thing to see. No one wants those disasters to happen but when they do, Americans answer.
People try to pull politics into tragedies like this, but it has no place. We are just Americans helping each other in need. Government has a place, but for the most part it's the local people that do the most good. In times of trouble communities rally and it's a beautiful thing to see. No one wants those disasters to happen but when they do, Americans answer.
Sunday, August 27, 2017
Spinning Off The Axel
I see that I titled my last post sanity returns, well I take that back. It's not news that the world has gone crazy. I'm daily amazed, though, at the depth of crazy going on. Every time I get any news of the outside world it's about tragedy, the perpetually offended or just plain loss of all common sense.
Ok......here's my stump speech of realities.
There are two genders, one male one female, anything more or different than that is a problem that needs to be dealt with not encouraged. I'm tired of the trend to turn illness and fringe behavior into the norm. It's not. Satan takes what God made and twists it and perverts it to sin and sickness, and tries to get us all to say it's normal. What's good is bad and what's bad is good. Stop forcing us to share bathrooms, bake cakes or sanction what we don't believe in. We can't tell you what to do. Stop telling us what we must believe and accept.
Our history does not need to be erased because someone is afraid it hurts their feelings or it talks about something other than a shining past. Stop tearing down statues. Who's the ultimate authority on what's offensive and what's not? Where does it stop? There are plenty of things out there I don't agree with but I still don't have the right to tear it down. If we don't remember the good AND the bad we are destined to repeat the bad. Seeing where we were and what we've become is a healthy thing. We can't change the past but we can learn from it. This country despite it's ups and downs is the greatest country there is and if you don't think so, Move. No one is making you stay.
I get so frustrated when I see young people and even older ones who should know better claiming capitalism is bad, socialism/communism is good. To those that think that, we've utterly failed in educating them about history. Taking the power away from the people and giving it to the government is Never a good thing, and never works to better a society. They wouldn't be so eager if they really understood what loosing their freedoms would look like.
Terrorism is bad. We need to stomp it out. We need to stop letting them in our country and we need to deal harshly with the ones already here.
Islam is not a religion nor a religion of peace. It is a political ideology. Islam teaches death to infidels. Devoted muslims want you dead. Sure you may know muslims who are very nice people and want peace, maybe they don't adhere to all the teachings of their religion, good. But the ones who follow and believe are just biding their time with every intent to take over. Sharia law and the Constitution are incompatible and we cannot coexist or allow sharia in America.
Even the weather is going crazy. The storms have increased in frequency and intensity. Birth pains anyone?
Trump is not a racist. See what he does not what the media wants you to think. Stop blindly absorbing what the mainstream wants you to think. They lost and they can't accept it and they will lie twist and pervert the truth to try to get their way. They falsely accuse conservatives of doing exactly what they are doing. Things like racism, fascism, Nazi's, everythingPhobic, intolerance, blocking free speech. This is what they are. Which side is the one trying to squelch the speech of the other?
There is no need to protest violently and threaten violence because someone has a different opinion or viewpoint than you. Suck it up buttercup. Stop being offended at everything. Move along. And don't be payed to protest, it's meaningless to do that and know nothing about why you are there.
Yes there is discrimination in America and stupid people. There are also people of every race who are in very successful jobs who worked hard and made something of their lives.
The media would have us believe everyone is fighting in the streets, hates each other and no one gets along. That may be the fringe that they are showing (or the paid protesters with an agenda to destroy us) but I surely don't think that's what is happening in main stream America.
There is sin in the world so there will always be struggle and pain and crime. Without God we are not going to eradicate it, but it's time to be serious and stop letting evil overrun. Stand up and speak out for our country. I, for one, love America.
Ok......here's my stump speech of realities.
There are two genders, one male one female, anything more or different than that is a problem that needs to be dealt with not encouraged. I'm tired of the trend to turn illness and fringe behavior into the norm. It's not. Satan takes what God made and twists it and perverts it to sin and sickness, and tries to get us all to say it's normal. What's good is bad and what's bad is good. Stop forcing us to share bathrooms, bake cakes or sanction what we don't believe in. We can't tell you what to do. Stop telling us what we must believe and accept.
Our history does not need to be erased because someone is afraid it hurts their feelings or it talks about something other than a shining past. Stop tearing down statues. Who's the ultimate authority on what's offensive and what's not? Where does it stop? There are plenty of things out there I don't agree with but I still don't have the right to tear it down. If we don't remember the good AND the bad we are destined to repeat the bad. Seeing where we were and what we've become is a healthy thing. We can't change the past but we can learn from it. This country despite it's ups and downs is the greatest country there is and if you don't think so, Move. No one is making you stay.
I get so frustrated when I see young people and even older ones who should know better claiming capitalism is bad, socialism/communism is good. To those that think that, we've utterly failed in educating them about history. Taking the power away from the people and giving it to the government is Never a good thing, and never works to better a society. They wouldn't be so eager if they really understood what loosing their freedoms would look like.
Terrorism is bad. We need to stomp it out. We need to stop letting them in our country and we need to deal harshly with the ones already here.
Islam is not a religion nor a religion of peace. It is a political ideology. Islam teaches death to infidels. Devoted muslims want you dead. Sure you may know muslims who are very nice people and want peace, maybe they don't adhere to all the teachings of their religion, good. But the ones who follow and believe are just biding their time with every intent to take over. Sharia law and the Constitution are incompatible and we cannot coexist or allow sharia in America.
Even the weather is going crazy. The storms have increased in frequency and intensity. Birth pains anyone?
Trump is not a racist. See what he does not what the media wants you to think. Stop blindly absorbing what the mainstream wants you to think. They lost and they can't accept it and they will lie twist and pervert the truth to try to get their way. They falsely accuse conservatives of doing exactly what they are doing. Things like racism, fascism, Nazi's, everythingPhobic, intolerance, blocking free speech. This is what they are. Which side is the one trying to squelch the speech of the other?
There is no need to protest violently and threaten violence because someone has a different opinion or viewpoint than you. Suck it up buttercup. Stop being offended at everything. Move along. And don't be payed to protest, it's meaningless to do that and know nothing about why you are there.
Yes there is discrimination in America and stupid people. There are also people of every race who are in very successful jobs who worked hard and made something of their lives.
The media would have us believe everyone is fighting in the streets, hates each other and no one gets along. That may be the fringe that they are showing (or the paid protesters with an agenda to destroy us) but I surely don't think that's what is happening in main stream America.
There is sin in the world so there will always be struggle and pain and crime. Without God we are not going to eradicate it, but it's time to be serious and stop letting evil overrun. Stand up and speak out for our country. I, for one, love America.
Thursday, June 1, 2017
Sanity returns
Today President Trump pulled America out of the Paris Climate Treaty. Thank you! I am weary of hearing about climate change. It is nothing more that a liberal agenda to gain control and money. There is not science to back it up..real science. This treaty was entered into illegally anyway. Just because obama called it an Accord and bypassed congress doesn't mean it was ok to do. It's a treaty and should have gone through congress in the proper process. But either way it's a bad deal and bad for America. I'm thankful for a President that cares about America and is doing all he can to bring back sanity and values despite the constant barrage of attacks and lies about him.
Sunday, April 30, 2017
Snowflakes
Enough already! When did America loose it's backbone and turn to safe spaces, perpetually offended, drama addicted people. If I read one more article about someone being offended or needing a safe space I'll loose my mind. When did one person's feelings dictate a change in rules or society to appease and protect them, and who cares about the multitudes negatively affected by that. Because one person doesn't like something or is afraid to hear something they want All others to abide by that, rather then remove themselves from the situation.
"That book offends me therefor we need to ban it for all."
"That phrase hurts my feelings so you should be punished."
"I don't agree with that belief so you can't talk about it.:
There are so many examples in society now that I wonder what happened to common sense. What kind of society do we have if no one can have a different opinion? Not the America I know.
America was built by people with a backbone. Pioneers, hard workers and people with goals and visions grew this country. They didn't need a safe space and weren't afraid of a challenge.
A college campus planned to offer a certain fast food selection due to student request, but because someone is afraid of the beliefs of the owner of that company they cry their "safe space" may be threatened and the school shouldn't allow it. Too bad to the majority of students who do want it there.
Freedoms and freedom of speech in particular is one of the foundations of America. Take that away, take away peoples right to think and say what they believe, then you crumble the foundations that make us who we are as a country and a culture. We don't all have to agree but we all need to be respectful.
"That book offends me therefor we need to ban it for all."
"That phrase hurts my feelings so you should be punished."
"I don't agree with that belief so you can't talk about it.:
There are so many examples in society now that I wonder what happened to common sense. What kind of society do we have if no one can have a different opinion? Not the America I know.
America was built by people with a backbone. Pioneers, hard workers and people with goals and visions grew this country. They didn't need a safe space and weren't afraid of a challenge.
A college campus planned to offer a certain fast food selection due to student request, but because someone is afraid of the beliefs of the owner of that company they cry their "safe space" may be threatened and the school shouldn't allow it. Too bad to the majority of students who do want it there.
Freedoms and freedom of speech in particular is one of the foundations of America. Take that away, take away peoples right to think and say what they believe, then you crumble the foundations that make us who we are as a country and a culture. We don't all have to agree but we all need to be respectful.
Patriot
I work at a school. Each Monday morning we start the day by all saying the Pledge of Allegiance. How lucky we are to be born in this great country,or to come here legally and make it our own. It's important for kids to learn respect for America and for the flag. I'm glad we keep this up in our school.It is so important to teach our children about America. This is lacking in the schools to the point where kids do not know how America came to be, why she is great and how our government functions the way it was meant to be. My hope is that this will change and Civics in schools will make a comeback.
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
Neighbors
America is full of neighborhoods. Some good, some not so much. I miss the days when a neighborhood was a family and communities came together. Now I know there are still some places like that but it's not the norm like it was in decades past.
I was blessed to move next to neighbors as a young child. They would become not just neighbors but life long friends. The kind where there is a permanent path between houses. The kids play, the adults talk and all of you would drop anything to help each other out. We played night games and ran around the neighborhood always feeling safe. A soccer game in the back or a game of pickle in the middle could happen on any given day. We built forts and went sledding in the winter, puttered around the summers playing whatever our imaginations could come up with. Our families intermingled as if we were of one family. We grew up together, learned about life together and how to be a friend. Childhood memories are sacred. They are something that shapes us and something to look back on. The friends and experiences we have as kids tend to shape us into who we are. I'm thankful for the gift I was given. The friends we make early on whether we keep in touch or not will always remain a part of us. No matter the time or distance between us, the bonds will always remain as if no time has passed.
I was blessed to move next to neighbors as a young child. They would become not just neighbors but life long friends. The kind where there is a permanent path between houses. The kids play, the adults talk and all of you would drop anything to help each other out. We played night games and ran around the neighborhood always feeling safe. A soccer game in the back or a game of pickle in the middle could happen on any given day. We built forts and went sledding in the winter, puttered around the summers playing whatever our imaginations could come up with. Our families intermingled as if we were of one family. We grew up together, learned about life together and how to be a friend. Childhood memories are sacred. They are something that shapes us and something to look back on. The friends and experiences we have as kids tend to shape us into who we are. I'm thankful for the gift I was given. The friends we make early on whether we keep in touch or not will always remain a part of us. No matter the time or distance between us, the bonds will always remain as if no time has passed.
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