Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Get Ready to Feed the Cow!
(Received in an email)
The most eye-opening civics lesson I ever had was while teaching third grade. The presidential election was heating up and some of the children showed an interest.
I decided we would have an election for a class president. We would choose our nominees. They would make a campaign speech and the class would vote.
To simplify the process, candidates were nominated by other class members. We discussed what kinds of characteristics these students should have. We got many nominations and from those, Jamie and Olivia were picked to run for the top spot.
The class had done a great job in their selections. Both candidates were good kids. I thought Jamie might have an advantage because he got lots of parental support. I had never seen Olivia's mother.
The day arrived when they were to make their speeches. Jamie went first. He had specific ideas about how to make our class a better place. He ended by promising to do his very best. Every one applauded. He sat down and Olivia came to the podium. Her speech was concise. She said, "If you will vote for me, I will give you ice cream." She sat down. The class went wild. "Yes! Yes! We want ice cream."
She surely would say more. She did not have to. A discussion followed. How did she plan to pay for the ice cream? She wasn't sure. Would her parents buy it or would the class pay for it. She didn't know. The class really didn't care. All they were thinking about was ice cream. Jamie was forgotten. Olivia won by a land
slide.
Every time Barack Obama opened his mouth, he offered ice cream, and fifty percent of America reacted like nine year olds. They wanted ice cream. The other fifty percent now know they're going to have to feed the cow.
The most eye-opening civics lesson I ever had was while teaching third grade. The presidential election was heating up and some of the children showed an interest.
I decided we would have an election for a class president. We would choose our nominees. They would make a campaign speech and the class would vote.
To simplify the process, candidates were nominated by other class members. We discussed what kinds of characteristics these students should have. We got many nominations and from those, Jamie and Olivia were picked to run for the top spot.
The class had done a great job in their selections. Both candidates were good kids. I thought Jamie might have an advantage because he got lots of parental support. I had never seen Olivia's mother.
The day arrived when they were to make their speeches. Jamie went first. He had specific ideas about how to make our class a better place. He ended by promising to do his very best. Every one applauded. He sat down and Olivia came to the podium. Her speech was concise. She said, "If you will vote for me, I will give you ice cream." She sat down. The class went wild. "Yes! Yes! We want ice cream."
She surely would say more. She did not have to. A discussion followed. How did she plan to pay for the ice cream? She wasn't sure. Would her parents buy it or would the class pay for it. She didn't know. The class really didn't care. All they were thinking about was ice cream. Jamie was forgotten. Olivia won by a land
slide.
Every time Barack Obama opened his mouth, he offered ice cream, and fifty percent of America reacted like nine year olds. They wanted ice cream. The other fifty percent now know they're going to have to feed the cow.
Veteran's Day Salute
We honor all men and women in the various services on this day, those serving now, those that have retired and those that were wounded or gave their life for the freedoms that we now enjoy. We send a special prayer to you all this day...
Sunday, November 9, 2008
A little political humor....
President Bush went on a trip to Little Rock for a meeting with Mike Huckabee. When he got back to DC and got off of Air Force One, he was carrying two pigs, and the Marine standing guard noticed the pigs and could not hide his curiosity. President Bush noticed, so he stopped to explain, “If you’re wondering about these pigs, here’s the story: While I was on my trip, I got these two Arkansas razorback hogs, one for Hillary Clinton and one for Nancy Pelosi”. At that, the Marine suppressed a giggle and said “Nice trade, sir”
Friday, November 7, 2008
Barney the Dog Bites the Press
Well, the President's dog, Barney, did what about 59,000,000 of us have felt like doing to the negative press coverage over the past year! Good dog, Barney....
Thursday, November 6, 2008
People....what have you done....
Well, it's taken me a couple of days after the election before I felt like posting something on here. I feel frustrated, sad, angry and then nothing at all. I've talked to a lot of people, friends and co-workers, who feel the same way. Let me start off by saying that I understand why some people voted for this guy...they had a chance to elect the first black president of the United States. But at the same time, I feel they threw away their principles and voted for a man without character.
As I've said before, this race was about character above all else for me and my family. If McCain had been a black man and still held the same "character" as he truly does, he would have my vote. If I felt he would keep me and my family safe, secure, heal the economy and work with all people to heal our nation, he would have my vote. And that is why John McCain got my vote. But others in my party that chose to vote for BO did so out of disdain for Bush, the war, for guilt, dislike of McCain, whatever...others that voted for BO did so for the same reasons but also for their party, what they saw as the "gimmies" to come and race. People, what have you done?
Living in Florida we face every year the threat of a hurricane. Living in Central Florida, the winds may not be as strong or the damage as severe, but the feeling in the pit of your stomach is one of quiet fear...fear of the unknown. Are you to the left of the storm or the more damaging "right" side? On this day, I feel I am to the "right" of the storm, the "right" of the election. It's the fear of the unknown.
Right now, I watch little news. More cooking shows, "First Time Home Buyer" shows, Law and Order, anything to avoid the face and the voice of The One. I have no respect for him after his disgraceful show of disrespect to Hillary Clinton and recently, John McCain (see post below). As a politician running for the highest office in this great land, you don't flip off your opponent. What are you, Mr Prez, 44 going on 13? People, what have you done!
People have said this was the biggest turnout ever but more people voted in the 2004 election than this election, see below:
2004 Election Turnout Roughly 121 Million
62,040,606 BUSH
59,028,109 KERRY
2008 Election Turnout Roughly 19.5 Million 1.5 million less than 2004
63,423,384 OBAMA
56,079,500 MCCAIN
So, people, when BO can't follow thru with his election promises, taxes the middle class even tho he said he wouldn't, can't end the war when he promises, when another nation or terrorist attacks us here on our land (as Biden promised), he moves to the far left where he is most comfortable, finally shows his true self and you feel totally betrayed by your candidate....don't ask, Prez, what have you done?
People, look in the mirror and ask yourself....what did I do?
“An oppressive government is more to be feared than a tiger.” - Confucius
As I've said before, this race was about character above all else for me and my family. If McCain had been a black man and still held the same "character" as he truly does, he would have my vote. If I felt he would keep me and my family safe, secure, heal the economy and work with all people to heal our nation, he would have my vote. And that is why John McCain got my vote. But others in my party that chose to vote for BO did so out of disdain for Bush, the war, for guilt, dislike of McCain, whatever...others that voted for BO did so for the same reasons but also for their party, what they saw as the "gimmies" to come and race. People, what have you done?
Living in Florida we face every year the threat of a hurricane. Living in Central Florida, the winds may not be as strong or the damage as severe, but the feeling in the pit of your stomach is one of quiet fear...fear of the unknown. Are you to the left of the storm or the more damaging "right" side? On this day, I feel I am to the "right" of the storm, the "right" of the election. It's the fear of the unknown.
Right now, I watch little news. More cooking shows, "First Time Home Buyer" shows, Law and Order, anything to avoid the face and the voice of The One. I have no respect for him after his disgraceful show of disrespect to Hillary Clinton and recently, John McCain (see post below). As a politician running for the highest office in this great land, you don't flip off your opponent. What are you, Mr Prez, 44 going on 13? People, what have you done!
People have said this was the biggest turnout ever but more people voted in the 2004 election than this election, see below:
2004 Election Turnout Roughly 121 Million
62,040,606 BUSH
59,028,109 KERRY
2008 Election Turnout Roughly 19.5 Million 1.5 million less than 2004
63,423,384 OBAMA
56,079,500 MCCAIN
So, people, when BO can't follow thru with his election promises, taxes the middle class even tho he said he wouldn't, can't end the war when he promises, when another nation or terrorist attacks us here on our land (as Biden promised), he moves to the far left where he is most comfortable, finally shows his true self and you feel totally betrayed by your candidate....don't ask, Prez, what have you done?
People, look in the mirror and ask yourself....what did I do?
“An oppressive government is more to be feared than a tiger.” - Confucius
Monday, November 3, 2008
Obama.....Lack of Character
I thought long and hard about this video as it shows Obama in a light of his true character. We've heard about his past associations, the words of his long-time pastor, his wife's words, his dealings and on and on. We've heard about his character...want to know a person's character, look at his past. Also look at what he does, the choices he makes..look at Obama as he speaks of McCain at a rally of his admirers. And as you do, think about him potentially being our next president. If he speaks with a head of state and happens to disagree with him or her, will he give them this same gesture.....If you haven't voted or know someone that hasn't voted, please go to the polls tomorrow. Our country is at stake and I mean this with all sincerity!
Saturday, November 1, 2008
And remember...these people vote!
Did you catch what she said? With Obama, she won't have to worry about putting gas in her car, worry about paying her mortgage. These people are in a state of absolute fog that they actually believe this...and passing this belief on to their children. And turn right around...and vote for this guy. They have no earthly idea what he stands for...just hope and change....fa la la la la.
Could you help me please find these things, Obama?
(Received in an email, pass on to your still undecided voting friends & family)
1. Occidental College records -- Not released
2. Columbia College records -- Not released
3. Columbia Thesis paper -- not available, locked down by faculty
4. Harvard College records -- Not released, locked down by faculty
5. Selective Service Registration -- Not released
6. Medical records -- Not released
7. Illinois State Senate schedule -- "not available"
8. Law practice client list -- Not released
9. Certified Copy of original Birth certificate - - Not released
10. Embossed, signed paper Certification of Live Birth -- Not released
11. Harvard Law Review articles published – None
12. University of Chicago scholarly articles – None
13. Your Record of baptism-- Not released or "not available"
14. Your Illinois State Senate records--"not available"
You couldn't get a job at McDonalds and become district manager after 143 days of experience.
You couldn't become chief of surgery after 143 days of experience of being a surgeon.
You couldn't get a job as a teacher and be the superintendent after 143 days of experience.
You couldn't join the military and become a colonel after 143 days of experience.
You couldn't get a job as a reporter and become the nightly news anchor after 143 days of experience.
BUT....
From the time Barack Obama was sworn in as a United State Senator, to the time he announced he w as forming a Presidential exploratory committee, he logged 143 days of experience in the Senate. That's how many days the Senate was actually in session and working. After 143 days of work experience, Obama believed he was ready to be Commander In Chief, Leader of the Free World .... 143 days.
We all have to start somewhere. The senate is a good start, but after 143 days, that's all it is - a start.
AND, strangely, a large sector of the American public is okay with this and campaigning for him. We wouldn't accept this in our own line of work, yet some are okay with this for the President of the United States of America ?
Come on folks, we are not voting for the next American Idol!
1. Occidental College records -- Not released
2. Columbia College records -- Not released
3. Columbia Thesis paper -- not available, locked down by faculty
4. Harvard College records -- Not released, locked down by faculty
5. Selective Service Registration -- Not released
6. Medical records -- Not released
7. Illinois State Senate schedule -- "not available"
8. Law practice client list -- Not released
9. Certified Copy of original Birth certificate - - Not released
10. Embossed, signed paper Certification of Live Birth -- Not released
11. Harvard Law Review articles published – None
12. University of Chicago scholarly articles – None
13. Your Record of baptism-- Not released or "not available"
14. Your Illinois State Senate records--"not available"
You couldn't get a job at McDonalds and become district manager after 143 days of experience.
You couldn't become chief of surgery after 143 days of experience of being a surgeon.
You couldn't get a job as a teacher and be the superintendent after 143 days of experience.
You couldn't join the military and become a colonel after 143 days of experience.
You couldn't get a job as a reporter and become the nightly news anchor after 143 days of experience.
BUT....
From the time Barack Obama was sworn in as a United State Senator, to the time he announced he w as forming a Presidential exploratory committee, he logged 143 days of experience in the Senate. That's how many days the Senate was actually in session and working. After 143 days of work experience, Obama believed he was ready to be Commander In Chief, Leader of the Free World .... 143 days.
We all have to start somewhere. The senate is a good start, but after 143 days, that's all it is - a start.
AND, strangely, a large sector of the American public is okay with this and campaigning for him. We wouldn't accept this in our own line of work, yet some are okay with this for the President of the United States of America ?
Come on folks, we are not voting for the next American Idol!
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