Politics As Usual

I thought the last showdown over the budget was supposed to keep the government "OPEN" until the 2012 election. So what's the uproar about now, not even two months later? Are they really that bad at money management? Sorry, I guess we already know the answer to that question. That would be, "affirmative!"
Clearly it's time for some new blood and new brains in Washington. I'm not really buying into the "outsider" business from a number of career politicians, but I guess that's what we're stuck with, in that any self respecting individual with brains doesn't stand a chance to win. Why do we want this time after time, election after election? Is there some sort of weird breakdown of conscience and common sense when they take the oath of office, or is it after their victory speech? What happens? After watching politics in this country for a number of years, I've just really come to the conclusion, the best beggar gets the most funding and support and the best liar gets the most votes. That could be what's wrong with our elected officials and why they simply cannot handle money.
He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much. New Testament

Big Business and Powerful Politics

I believe it was called fascism in mid 20th Century Europe, but now it's called working together for the children. I'm really having a hard time here with a headline I read about Olive Garden and Michelle Obama. The parent company and all the "sibling" companies of Olive Garden were also mentioned in the article, so for the fanbase that is big big advertising at no charge. Next, since the subject is children, that has even more people paying attention, and to be honest, that is what caught my eye, but I've got a different view apparently than the writer/promoter of the article. First the promise seems hardly worthy of headlines. All the big promises of change, from Washington to salt content in food seems to take anywhere from five to ten years to actually implement. So, let me stop all the tangent opinions and comments and get to the "weight" of the matter. Olive Garden is promising to reduce it's sodium count in the kid's menu by 10% over the next 5 years! Breaking headlines, right? Here are some breaking thoughts. Many of these children that Michelle is so concerned about will already be teenagers by the time this actually happens, not to mention this is getting very close to government oversight of corporations, and it's not the right! Next, I couldn't help but wonder just how involved the corporate owners of the Olive Garden are in regard to restaurants lobbying to be able to take food stamps. Seems a potential connection, not to mention a campaign season is upon us, and what better time to exchange favors than when everyone wants something. Now, to be honest, the democrats always seem offended that anyone suggest any sort of regulation on the purchasing power of food stamps and EBT cards. I mean, they don't want to take pop and chips off of the available purchase items, for government subsidized spending, but our government wants the children eating better. I have a much easier solution than strong arming or promising corporations anything. Why not simply make food stamps and EBT cards usable for the "outer aisles" of the grocery stores. You know, the produce, meat, dairy, and grains. When corporations and republican government comes together, we have big oil and Wall Street bail outs. When corporations and democrat government comes together, we have mandatory health insurance and regulation of food consumption for the people who are actually buying their food with their own money.
Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment: thou shalt not respect the person of the poor, nor honour the person of the mighty . . . Torah of Holy Scripture

What Will Happen as the Campaign Season Unfolds?

We've had the first GOP debate on the heels of President Obama's drop in the polls, on the threshold of a shaky gold market, on the brink of unemployment upheaval, and at what could be the final fork in the road for much of the Middle Class. And we are having another GOP debate tonight. I've been thinking about these primary debates and I think there's more than meets the eye, to these events. First, when there is a sitting incumbent running, usually only one party does these primary debates. I think it immediately puts the challenging party at a disadvantage, mares than just the fact the other party is already in. As I read about Rick Perry upstaging Michelle Bachmann on her straw poll win and Rick Perry sparring with Mitt Romney about employment and health care, and now all three are bickering over social security, because they realize the Tea Party is a force to be reckoned with, and since a great number of the Tea Partiers appear to be screaming "less government but don't take my social security!" and "we don't want socialized medicine, because that will wreck up my Medicare!" These three candidates have to hash it out or risk geriatric jihad on their campaign.
. . . but fools despise wisdom and instruction. a Proverb of Holy Scripture

Priorities

This blog is still one of my priorities! I'm truly not ignoring it, I am concerned about repeating myself, but considering the message, perhaps I should repeat myself at every opportunity. I'm promoting my book, "Can We All Be Wrong?" and I'm doing blog talk radio. I invite you tune in Monday through Thursday at www.blogtalkradio.com/kdelizabeth
I think you have to join, but listening is free and it's a call in show, so join me, if you can. We'll be discussing the economy tonight! My show title is taken from Isaiah 1:18. "Come Let Us Reason Together . . ."

But G-dliness with contentment is great gain. New Testament

Politics These Days

The Obamas are coming home a day early from Martha's Vineyard. Well, at least the President is, I'm not sure about the first Lady. They went separately, so I'm not sure what's going on there. I read this in an online paper from the UK, and a couple of democrats I know got all defensive and off the beam over my question, so I'm guessing it did happen, and at a time like this it makes no sense at all, if President Obama doesn't want to join the ranks of the unemployed, next year. I'm just really having trouble getting used to democrats being elitists. Hillary was the first one I noticed, and I thought it was because she made Bill look more personable and less like a scalawag that way. I mean Bill Clinton seemed to be in touch with the common folk, too much touching according to the reports, so I figure Hillary sort of envisioned herself above his behavior and she came across as an elitist, which I really think cost her the nomination in 2008. You know how every time she would try to act like she was just like the people she was talking to, she sounded stupid or crazy or even like she might be mocking them. So, on to the Obamas, who simply openly appear to believe they are above the rest of us. I, personally, didn't think it played all that well in the good times of the 90's, but I really don't care for it, in tough times. I'm wondering if he's got bigger plans than US President, and it does appear that he'll be running against a guy that's never lost an election. I've had the idea for awhile that even though President Obama is a great campaigner and eloquent orator, he doesn't usually run as an incumbent. His political career for the most part is moving upward all the time. He was a freshman senator that had to resign half way through his term to take the oath of the highest office in the land . . . just sayin.' The fact that he and Michelle are not making many public appearances together does make one wonder. Only time will tell and politicians only tell us what they think we want to hear and the media only tells us what sells, so they are coming home a day early from Martha's Vineyard because of the storm, I believe I read, and there was further inference that they were not traveling together. Our politicians really are getting too high maintenance.
The righteous considereth the cause of the poor: but the wicked regardeth not to know it. a Proverb of Holy Scripture

Complaining About . . . or Noticing the Food

I'm not usually one to complain about food. I enjoy a good meal, especially with delightful company. Today is not the day I'll blog about the silence married people dine in, but rather this is about fresh veggies. Our heirloom corn did not do well this year, at all, so when I saw the sweet corn my husband likes, on sale at the market, I picked up half a dozen ears. It was beautiful, pristinely near perfect, as a matter of fact. The appearance was "too good to be true." And it was. I shucked it, and prepared it as usual, but when I bit into it, I couldn't believe it. Sweet corn was an understatement. It literally tasted as if it was already syrup. I mean no disrespect to the KARO syrup makers, because they clearly label their product and you know that's what you're buying. With USDA, Farm subsidies and CRP grants, and so much of our food now containing high fructose corn syrup, I just have to wonder if the high fructose has not gotten higher . . . While I'm on the topic of corn, with so much of it being lost to drought, I mentioned to a friend last week that I really was concerned that even in rain abundant Nebraska and Iowa, that that crop could be lost to too much rain.
The field is wasted, the land mourneth; for the corn is wasted . . .

It's Going to Get Interesting

I don't plan to vote next year, but I'm having a terrible time staying out of the latest tickers and posts and blogs about the candidates. I think this campaign is going to be riveting, especially if it comes down to Perry and Obama. Two career politicians that both rally the extreme leanings of their parties. It should make for some interesting debates and headlines. I can honestly say, and my blogs are still available from the Bush years, these current politicians are really making him look pretty good in some areas. Not all mind you, but I did feel that he was straightforward in his intent. He was going to do what ever darn thing he decided because he was "the decider in chief!" I was always used to Republican Presidents seeming like elitists, but I can't get used to a Democrat President that openly doesn't relate to the common people. He really showed some bad timing, rolling around the country in "the beast" to talk about jobs, a.k.a. stump and downgrade the GOP candidates; after he'd threatened Grandma's social security check just three weeks ago! He's really lost his mojo or giving it up for other interests. I truly believe our next President has already been decided by TPTB and it's obvious by now, it's not "we the people." I have some theories about all this, but only theories at this point, with one exception. If, in fact, we are looking at the fulfillment of Biblical prophecy, it matters not who is sitting in the oval office when the appointed time arrives. Besides, I think if it looks too ominous to our sitting President, he'll be making other plans before next year, like maybe checking out the head chair at the UN. At any rate, if it comes down to Obama vs. Perry, it ought to make for some great political theatre.
. . . every man did that which was right in his own eyes. history of Holy Scripture

Something Just Doesn't Add Up

The price of gold has exceeded the cost of platinum. Something is definitely up! Like the driving force behind gold . . . fear mongering. Oh, there's plenty going wrong, but if you're going to be afraid of anything, worry about this. The price of gold is what's experiencing inflation and that is dangerous to the economy. The fear is actually now consuming itself!!! Another thing to keep in mind, in the face of the inevitable collapse of the economy: you can't eat gold, and between drought and man made floods, millions of acres of farm and ranch land will be producing nothing or very little this year! Meanwhile, many of the upper middle income folks that lost in the stock market, moved out of stocks and into gold. There were many ads on talk radio for one gold selling company or another. And we know, it's the upper amassing middle class that listens to talk radio. They have their stuff, they want to keep their stuff, and they like to listen to some guy that has a bunch of stuff tell them exactly what they want to hear . . . and for the last couple of years, the talking heads have been well sponsored by gold companies, so as far as the listeners were concerned, the talking heads were buying gold, therefore they should buy gold. I remember listening to some of the ads just to see what was on the next horizon. I figured the government would keep track of the major gold investors with this new 1099 law in the health care reform bill, then I suspected that gold would have to be recalled when our fiscal irresponsibility affected the rest of the world, and I figured the fear mongering alone would drive the price up, but never in a million years did I think the inflation factor would go unnoticed. So, just in case it has, I'm posting here! Maybe this imbalance of value is merely to set the last of the middle class up for a fall of what's left of their investments.
Your gold and silver is cankered; and the rust of them shall be a witness against you, and shall eat your flesh as it were fire. Ye have heaped treasure together for the last days. New Testament

Ancient Rome Revisited . . .

I've got a sinking feeling about this next election cycle. I'm thinking this is where the Strong Delusion mentioned in II Thessalonians really comes into focus. The problem with delusions, is those that are taken in, have no clue. Since we, Americans, are pretty sure about our politics and our religious beliefs, we may really have a problem getting along at all! I'm seeing and hearing more about the New Apostolic Reformation movement and frankly it makes me very uneasy. The combination of religion and politics has had devastating results in history. Granted, our nation is a mess, but watering down Scripture to blend it with American politics is not the answer. It is one of the steps toward the religion of the New World Order. G-d's Word clearly states in Ezekiel, that HE abhors holy mixed with profane. Is there anything more Holy than G-d's Word, His love, His forgiveness, His Son, His grace? I can think of nothing more holy. Now is there anything more profane, more dishonest, more disrespectful than American politics? Clearly, the two should not be intertwined. Constantine created a union between bits and pieces of various belief systems and his government. This New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) is a mixture of half verses of Scripture, mysticism, numerology, and Phariseeism and if this movement actually gains political power, there'll be no return to G-d, but rather a religion that is unrecognizable. The kick off rally was Saturday.
Thou hast despised mine holy things, and hast profaned my Sabbaths. Prophet of Holy Scripture

As the Drama Subsides . . .

From the headlines, it would appear all the politicians won, so that means . . . we the people have probably lost more than we already don't have! This debt ceiling deal was a production and nothing more. Our money is virtually worthless, our food prices are going up. Now we are being told cost of living didn't really edge up, so I'm guessing the social security that was saved, won't be receiving much if any in the way of COLA. Two things have caught my attention though. One is, many Middle Class democrats are more than willing to have a tax increase, so I'm guessing there will be one, and the second thing. Gold is still going up, while silver and platinum remain relatively unmoved. Oh, there are dips and spikes, but the January to end of July totals just don't figure the same for the precious metals. My guess is gold is being "sold" and manipulated in value and has replaced the stock market investments of the upper Middle Class. Unfortunately I am not real sure just how much time we have before the next gold confiscation of the US government. I've said for years that I believe there is an IOU in Ft. Knox, well, now I've got more to add. I still believe there is a great big IOU sitting there and the gold has been used to mint all those "gold companies'" coins, bouillon, and bars. Now somewhere in this new debt ceiling, I just can't help but wonder if the IOU in Ft. Knox will come due. The incredibly rich are protected with their precious tax cuts still in place, but what's left of the Middle Class is about to take the hit once again. And in all this, NO job creation. Our President has been talking job creation for how long now? Well, he's doing what he does best which is TALK. The raising of the debt ceiling hasn't secured anything, and political math makes no sense. It's turned our economy upside down. Raising the debt ceiling has placed a huge debt over our heads. We're in so deep and so far, we'll have to reach up, when the economy hits bottom.
Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living G-d, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; New Testament

The Unbalanced Equation

We've got an economic problem that isn't going away. We have an interesting dilemma and you politicians want to get dramatic and have theatre. See, here's the real deal. We the people have not felt the so-called "economic recovery." Jobs are still elusive. Houses are still losing value and owners. Groceries and gasoline continue to go up. And now you're telling us, the government is as broke as the citizens. But all your guys said it was getting better! Okay, so now that you Congressmen realize the government is as broke as your constituents, what are you going to do about it? Now, here's the kicker to the deal. You Congressmen are still raking in your salaries and benefits. The residents of the White House are still enjoying their wealth and elite standing and big business has been reporting profits. Now, since you government folks assured us the bail out has been repaid, then you've squandered that too? I don't understand how the big business corporations continue to do so well, while we are facing yet another melt down. I realize the government is a non profit organization, well, more like a parasite, I guess, but the big corporate guys need to remember, if nobody can afford to buy anything, their profits will begin to fall. And whether any of you politicians want to claim this or not, everyone in office is ultimately facing re-election . . . some sooner than others. Mr. Congressman, your main priority should not be making sure President Obama is a one-termer. Your main priority should be "we the people." Senators, do your job and quit looking for the next big corporate lobbyist to take you out to lunch or on vacation. You work for us, not them. Mr. President, you've done a lousy job and keeping your promises. I'm not surprised, but I'm telling you, you've got no idea what real people deal with on a day to day basis. You didn't grow up black in America in the 60's. Even though your mom was from Kansas, you didn't grow up in the Midwest. Even though you are bi-racial, you didn't experience the unrest of civil rights. I could care less where you were born, you didn't grown up in America, well, except for the time in Hawaii, which is hardly mainstream Americana; and once you landed here, you've had it pretty cushy! Community organizer is the longest "job" you've held without using one office as a stepping stone for another. So, Mr. President, I'm not sure where you obtained your basic mathematical knowledge, but I'm telling you, things just aren't adding up to any sort of balanced budget. You spend money like it isn't yours for a very good reason, it isn't yours. It's time to pay the fiddler, and you've been the only one with all the amenities. Let's get this figured out and then seriously, stop spending money we don't have!
I've thought of ancient Egypt since 2009 and Mr. President, I compared our last administration to the Roman Empire, frequently referring to President GW Bush as Emperor. Well, President Obama, I'm no happier with a Pharaoh than I was with an Emperor and you have brought this nation to a very serious similarity. Scripture tells us that ancient Egypt drown in the Red Sea and current headlines tell me, this modern Egypt is drowning in Red INK! Without a doubt, we are definitely in over our heads.
And the waters returned, and covered the chariots, and the horsemen, and all the host of Pharaoh that came into the sea after them; there remained not so much as one of them. Torah of Holy Scripture

A Grieving Mother Faces Stupidity

Raquel Nelson has faced something I just can't fathom. Her four year old son became a traffic fatality and she was charged in his death. There are several details about this case that caught my attention and to be honest, I wasn't following it until yesterday. It was a headline yesterday, that she would be sentenced today, and so I had to see a bit more about this bizarre situation. First, let me say, the judge, although still a bit harsh by my perspective did spare the grieving woman any jail time, so she will not be separated from her two surviving children. The woman was given 1 year probation and 40 hours community service. All this because she crossed the road, with her children, outside of a cross walk. I can't get over this! Maybe she and I are the only ones that have ever done this, but I don't think so. Does everyone always cross a street within the white lines of the cross walk? Even the article indicated several people had gotten off the bus when she did and many of them crossed right there, rather than walking on down to the crosswalk, but that's not all . . . I am very saddened that her four year old darted away from her and heading into the traffic which caused his death, but even if she was in the cross walk, he darted away. He'd have still been outside the "white lines." Granted, maybe the traffic would have been stopped, but none of us will ever know. The real grabber in this mess was one of the charges this woman faced. Among other charges, this mother was charged with vehicular manslaughter. She was a pedestrian!!! I was also shocked that a jury found her guilty of vehicular manslaughter. Juries are comprised of voters, so in light of what we have in Washington, I guess I shouldn't be so surprised about their verdict. I'm glad the woman didn't face any jail time and I'm sure she'll never cross a street outside of the cross walk again, but I simply can't imagine with all the real crimes in this nation, why our legal system would take the time and spend the money to add insult to injury to this bereaved mother.
Come now, and let us reason together, saith YHWH . . . a Prophet of Holy Scripture

The New Win/Win Idea . . .

with the same old results. Every time the politicians win on both sides of the aisle, or even come to some sort of agreement, it seems "we the people" lose. It appears we are about to do that again with this debt ceiling business. I'm going to share my idea of just what we are facing and we'll see how it all plays out, but I'm thinking our dollars are about to be like tissues, abundant and of little value. I also think life as we know it is about to change drastically, except of course for the entitled and the elite. First, all this "economic recovery" talk was really only trying to get us all to get comfortable in government managed debt and allowances, like extended unemployment benefits and EBT cards for over 40 million Americans. That's not independence and that's not economic recovery, that's government handouts to people that truly were working and contributing to the economy and would again, if it truly was improving and recovering, but, only the bankers and Wall Street enjoyed a brief increase after their bail out. It didn't get better for the rest of us and now we're just looking at even more debt to keep the situation running until the politicians are re-elected. They are literally voting on more budget than usual to get past the election of 2012. I can see a real problem with transparency there. It is transparent that our elected officials do not appear to be concerned about the folks they promised to represent. If the republicans get themselves off the hook with handing it to the president to use the 14th amendment, then our government proves it still doesn't work. If the President makes the decision by Executive Order, then he's proven who and what he is. Either way you stack it, this debt mess is causing all of the ordinary people to lose, and to pass that loss on to the next several generations. It really is time for some fiscal responsibility and by definition, responsibility doesn't "take mine first" and pass the problem on to someone else. I can't justify leaving this debt to my grandchildren, but then again, I can't stand the thought of listening to all the old and disabled entitled people gripe about not getting "what's their's." We've made a mess and even raising the debt ceiling is not going to fix it. Until we manage to actually generate some revenue and as a country live within our means, government entitled and elite, included, this will not be resolved.
There is a generation, whose teeth are as swords, and their jaw teeth as knives, to devour the poor from off the earth, and the needy from among men. a Proverb of Holy Scripture

In Regard to Raising the Debt Ceiling

First of all, referring to debt as raising a ceiling misses the point that debt is actually digging a hole. When I was a kid we used to dig with silverware and talk about digging to China. Well, we're all grown up now and the politicians are using our grandchildren's spoons to do that very thing! I would like to include an interesting oration, I happened upon today. It is amongst the wisest of sayings to come out of Washington in this past decade.

>From Sen. Obama’s Floor Speech, March 20, 2006:

The fact that we are here today to debate raising America’s debt limit is a sign of leadership failure. It is a sign that the U.S. Government can’t pay its own bills. It is a sign that we now depend on ongoing financial assistance from foreign countries to finance our Government’s reckless fiscal policies. … Increasing America’s debt weakens us domestically and internationally. Leadership means that “the buck stops here.” Instead, Washington is shifting the burden of bad choices today onto the backs of our children and grandchildren. America has a debt problem and a failure of leadership. Americans deserve better.

Yes we certainly do, Mr. President . . .
A double minded man is unstable in all his ways. New Testament

Most Questionable News in Our History . . . So Far

Today I read the most bizarre news stories and the fact that they were both the same day makes it that much more bizarre. A boy leaves a blow up doll in the school bathroom as a prank and he's looking at huge felony charges. Casey Anthony was acquitted . . . Actually, I guess our news hasn't made sense for many years, but today it just made me sit and stare. I was speechless. It's as if America is beyond redemption . . . I began to think of all the ridiculous things I've read since our new approach to safety has been tied around us . . . We have six year olds that are now called "sex offenders" for kissing on the playground. People are actually willing to be "virtually strip searched" to ride an airplane. We now have gay marriage in many states, but the heterosexuals have all but given up on marriage. We live in a country where people talk about G-d and heaven, but are apparently afraid to actually leave the earth for this better place . . . so our nation's medical costs are soaring. As a matter of fact, people used to be sort of timid, almost ashamed to discuss their ailments. Now, maladies are some sort of badge and "procedures" are described in vivid detail. The one thing I feel we can count on in this country is our Supreme Court. I believe they will always render a verdict in favor of Monsanto and Walmart. Of course, it is with utter disdain that I believe this to be true. It seems we can count on backward to be the direction and bizarre to be the chosen reality. So, in regard to my two original topics. I hope this young man's senior prank doesn't leave him a felon for life by the powers of our judicial system and I do find it sad, that little Caley Anthony's death appears to mean nothing to our same judicial system.
Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! a Prophet of Holy Scripture

New Book, Revised Cover

Here I am discussing other authors when I should be promoting my latest book.



Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father. words of Messiah

Bristol Palin . . . another 15 Minutes of Fame

I really don't like to give this bunch any more attention than they already get, but I just couldn't resist commenting on Bristol Palin's book; her memoirs . . . Imagine, a 20 year old feeling she has enough life experiences to fill a book with memoirs. I haven't read and it and don't intend to, but from the excerpts and interviews, it sounds more like "What I've Done Between the Time I Started Sleeping With Levi and Dancing with The Stars." Just for the record, lying to your parents, having a few wine coolers, does not make for a "stolen virginity" scene, which really eludes to the "R" word, but rather it sounds like Bristol, like most young women gave herself to the first guy that said the right stuff . . . And let's not forget the mention of birth control. If someone plans to retain their virtue, why be on birth control? Not to diminish her moment here, but for the record, by the time I was 20, I also had a two year old, had been a single teen mom, gotten married, became a bereaved parent, and it never once occurred to me that someone would want to read about it. I was very clearly still searching for answers. At 20, I was wise enough to know, I still lacked the wisdom needed for life. I also find it interesting that her fan base is made up of the same people that 30+ years ago thought girls like her were harlots. I couldn't help but roll my eyes at Sarah P's tweets about the book. I mean, really, does this family ever tire of attention? Looks like Bristol is following in her mom's footsteps, except Levi isn't as accommodating as Todd was when Track was on the way. Ah well . . . So Bristol is 20 with a baby, a TV show, and a book. She is indeed young, too young to being on the brink of becoming a "has been."
Women are to be serious in behaviour, saying no evil of others, controlling themselves, true in all things. New Testament

I Was Wrong!

When I'm wrong, I say I'm wrong. I used to think mothers that relinquished custody of their children were just about the lowest life form in the country, but . . . I was wrong. Sometimes these mothers simply do not have the funds to feed the lawyers to keep the custody battle raging. Sometimes these mothers put up with hostile kids griping, complaining, and throwing fits, about wanting to live with their Disneyland Dad. Sometimes these mothers are faced with a man choosing to pay an attorney rather than his child support. Now with that being said, let's move on to the lower life forms. Lower than women that give up physical custody of their kids are the deadbeat dads that neglect their responsibility while demanding their rights. Oh, they have plenty of money for the latest fads and entertainment, but they just don't seem to be able to earn or keep track of the child support that is owed. They are also usually the ones that determine that the money wouldn't be spent properly . . . like it's their call anyway. But then, usually, these deadbeat dads were either married or at least lived with their child's mother, so all he has to do is look in the mirror to know, his ex doesn't always make the best decisions . . . But lower still than these self-aggrandizing fathers of the year, are the bottom feeding attorneys that represent them. I can't name names, because well it's not that I'm concerned about a law suit, there are just so many of these attorneys around. They have no trouble "representing" squabbling parents and depositing what could be college tuition for the children caught in the mess, into their account. At any rate, sometimes single mothers just can't afford to keep feeding the legal frenzy, and more often than not, some deadbeat loser dad can find some new woman to believe he's completely wonderful and his ex lives to make his life miserable; but there is no excuse for a bottom feeder lawyer. On that, I am not wrong.
He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears. a Proverb of Holy Scripture

Just What are Our Kids Learning about Free Speech?

http://www.foxnews.com/us/2011/06/17/school-censors-religious-words-in-graduation-speech/

If this young man had given credit to say a sports star or particular author, even a a politician, would he have then been free to speak? What if he'd had a "coming out" statement to make through his speech?

I can't help but wonder, every time I read something about a good Christian accepting the mandate of silence on behalf of their integrity. Wouldn't the apostles have survived if they had just stopped "teaching in the Name?" Rome was the government at the time, not to mention the crafters of crucifixion. What if Y'hshuwah had been so submissive? I've got a problem with religion being politically quieted and politically correct agendas being promoted!
I don't usually use the term "Jesus," I use Y'hshuwah, but it really draws the story and the Scripture together. It's as if that young man were dealing with the same group of guys the apostles dealt with . . .
And they called them, and commanded them not to speak at all nor teach in the name of Jesus. the book of Acts in the New Testament

Is This Really the Direction of Choice?

I'm reading and hearing more and more about gated communities. And the term "campus" is thrown about quite a bit. I've seen some "work compounds," I mean campuses that loom pretty ominously toward our future.
It would appear those living in the land of the free and the home of the brave seem to feel secure "gated up" and "locked down!" Do we see the potential destination of this lifestyle being embraced? I actually saw a video of some city council meeting in which the residents were resistant to the city protection agencies, that is fire and police requiring keys to all the commercial property! For safety reasons, of course! Shall we consider the logic in this at all? Suppose, just suppose, the building was on fire through business hours . . . I'm guessing the door would already be open or at least unlocked. So, let's say a fire breaks out and the business is closed. Is the fire department really going to worry about using the key as flames engulf the building? Would the business owner worry about replacing the lock and door over life and inventory? Moving right along to the police. Again, let's presume there is some criminal activity going on through business hours, again; the doors are open or unlocked. After hours, I'm going to guess, the lock is picked or something is already broken . . . This supposed move toward safety enforcement is really nothing more than an invasion of privacy. I'm thankful the people were asking questions about carrying too far and if this was simply the slippery slope into invasion of private households. Which brings us full circle back to "campuses" and gated communities. The entire concept of the use of campus now, appears to be a place of a concentration of people . . . and take the "us" out of campus and we've got a camp of concentration, as in hospitals, privatized prisons, and work places. Moving right along the gated community, that is if the powers that be at the campus let you go home. The gated communities are all high tech locking system anyway. One guy can flip a switch and unlock or lock down the whole joint, not to mention, where technological provision exists, hackers exist. So one guy could also hack the system. Truthfully, it's pretty easy to see where we're going, so let's not pretend the "oncoming train" is light at the end of the tunnel.
. . . Fear not . . . over 60 times throughout Holy Scripture