4 More Days

Just 4 more days and the last two years of yapping, name calling, finger pointing, hating - well you have to know what I am talking about - it is ALL that the media has covered!  I wonder what my Facebook friends and family will talk about after Tuesday! This election has voided our minds for anything other than this election.

And it hasn't just occupied our minds, but also our time - time that could very well be spent on something so much more inspirational, motivational, educational. Well it is almost over and I can get back to whatever it was occupying my time two years ago.

One of these candidates will be our next president and my only wish is that the next president love America as much as I do; the next president want to promote growth for America; the next president honor the Constitution and the freedoms provided therein for America; the next president acknowledge the loss of life and the service of the many men and women in the protection of America and its people; the next president believe that all people are created equal and the laws of the land apply to all America and its people consistently; the next president serve America with pride and represent our America with honor and without apology as the greatest nation on earth; the next president acknowledge that our America is a Christian nation, always has been, always will be and protects without fear against those wishing to annihilate Christians worldwide.

I am ready for this election cycle to be over, so I will know how I need to prepare for the future as I know that big changes are in store for my America!

Now Having Said That . . .

As part of the group of a teen of the sixties, 

I value the freedom offered by our government

I value the election process and think immediate and severe action be taken against those who attempt to bypass the established election process

I value the governmental structure established by the Constitution and our Bill of Rights

The check and balance system of our government should apply to any and all actions taken on the part of our government in its representation of its constituents

I believe that our elected government officials should be held accountable to the people that elected them and if they are not the people should expedite impeachment processes quickly and without reserve

I believe that our country is under great stress and has become very susceptible to the promises of political candidates in their search for relief

I believe that our governments from the White House to the county courthouses has become wasteful and irresponsible in their spending of taxpayer dollars

I believe the people of the United States have seen the catastrophic results of letting someone else think for them and now do not know how to rectify the situation

I believe over the next few years, the American people will experience the loss of many more freedoms and rights

I believe the attack of 9/11 should have been a wake up call for the American people and they hit the snooze button and gently went back to sleep


People, stop and think - the United States has intervened consistently and with harsh militay strength in countries that have tread on the rights of the people of that country.  Why would we not take a harsh stand when the rights of the American people have been tread on?


Belle

How the "Old Ones" Must Feel

I haven't fought any wars. I did lose a cousin to the Viet Nam War - not conflict, WAR. I had friends that are not with us as a result of the same war and many friends and relatives that served our country in their endeavours to free the South Korean people from the tyranny of North Korea. I also know some that left the country to exempt themselves of service. My father fought in World War II as did many other relatives and friends.

I am appalled and offended by the actions and demeanor shown to tyrants of foreign countries by our President. President Obama seems to forget he is no longer functioning as an individual living in the land of the free, but rather represents ALL the people of this great nation. How must these relatives and friends feel with President Obama apologizing for the American people? After what they have done to protect the freedoms of not just this great country, but the freedom of those people that have solicited the aid of our armed services in their battles against tyranny, how do they view the actions of our President?

I received an email today presenting a letter to President Obabma from a 95 year old man. He served before, during, and after WWII. Mr. Estes says "I am amazed, angry and determined not to see my country die before I do, but you seem hell bent not to grant me that wish." Mr. Estes' feelings are eloquently expressed to our President. I know my father feels the same way as do many, many friends.

I sincerely hope that President Obama takes to heart the many letters he must be receiving from people just like Mr. Estes. As Mr. Estes advises our President, "You could be our greatest president because you face the greatest challenge ever presented to any president." I agree, President Obama could be the leader this nation needs to pull us all together in this time of economic stress, or he could be the downfall of the America we so proudly call home.

Finally Mr. Estes advises "Losing the heart and soul of who we are as Americans is our big fight now." America, the land of open arms, golden opportunities and freedom can be made stronger by the actions and words of President Obama or he can continue to exhibit shame at being president of an ignorant people and a heartless nation. It is up to him now, but remember he only has 3 years and 1 month left before his bid for relection.

You can read Mr. Estes letter at www.snopes.com.

We will not forget!

Happy reading!

Belle

I am so sorry to hear of the death of Ted Kennedy. I know his family is feeling great loss at this time. Mr. Kennedy was a powerful figure in the political arena, but I have a question. Did he fairly represent the wishes of his constituents or was his and his family's legendary fame keep him in office for some 45+ years? Mr. Kennedy, the father, wanted his sons to become Presidents and guided them in pursuit of his dreams - not those of his sons. The father had built an empire and was a rich man. Through those sons, the Kennedy family attained political power never before experienced by one family in the American political arena. The boys made mistakes, but they were quickly covered up and made to go away. They were the American First Family of politics and must be protected.

If John Wayne had run for President, he most likely would have won. A larger than life figure on the screen, he was well known, his character was always the good guy, he represented what any woman would admire in a mate and was the idol of many a little boy. He was a known figure, but do we know how he would have performed in a different arena? Would he have made a good President - probably not, it wasn't his thing.

There are so many gifted, educated people in America. How do you choose? The choosing of which candidate can go forward must be done with careful consideration and a wary eye for the temperament of the American people. The political parties must be satisfied that the candidate is malleable and will conform to the issues, policies and practices of the party. The people must be satisfied that the candidate can make them believe they care for the rights of the citizens and will listen to their complaints and needs. Will the lobbyist be satisfied so their funds will keep pouring in to support the campaign process? There is so much to be analyzed, evaluated, investigated before the right person can be put forth.

I know many men and women I feel are extremely intelligent with good moral character and above normal social graces, but how would they perform in the political arena. Already many are looking for the man or woman to successfully challenge Mr. Obama in the next election. Will it be a high profile legislator? Will it be a common sense Governor who isn't ashamed of being human? Could a man or woman off the streets of Tennessee guide the people of the United States and stand tall and proud of America when dealing with foreign entities?

Again my sympathies go to the Kennedy family. Who will be the next first family of politics?