Laughathon

I can't seem to get over this, or maybe get through it is a better way of expressing it. The thought just came to mind, maybe its because I am old-er. I'll be the age of Medicare this year, so maybe my reaction to President Obama's behavior is as a result of my old age and this is the reason rationalizing his behavior has contributed to my sour attitude the past couple of days. Speaking of bad behavior, I forgot about Bill Clinton. Who could forget when the President Clinton shook his finger and said those infamous words! Well, DUH! yes, I should have guessed, this must be a Democratic trait and perhaps that's why no one "seems" to be as emotion about it - or expects any different behavior. Have we become so passe with bad or inappropriate behavior with our politicians we brush them off with only a mention. Maybe we're reached the point of "what's the use" or "there's nothing we can do about" attitude.

I am totally ticked off at the juvenile behavior of President Obama during the interview on 60 minutes Sunday night. The laughathon of President Obama during a serious interview about our economy was shear lunacy. Several have said the interviewer, Steve Croft, had no right to react and was disrespectful to ask "are you punch drunk?" and maybe so, but I DO expect a mature behavior from my President at all times and I would guess so did Mr. Croft. President's Obama explanation was that was trying to be positive or having a light moment . Being positive is certainly not having a giggle fest during an interview of that caliber. Making light of a very serious event is very immature. His behavior is very unacceptable!

We have been sold a fake bill of goods. The perception we've been given is all an illusion. The Big Top circus has come to town and we're paying dearly to watch the show. I'll repeat what I said in an earlier post - I'm scared. These Democrats are out to ruin our country.

Proud to be an American

Regardless of how bad the mess in Washington gets, they can't take away the pride we feel for our country. We have to stand up and fight so our rights and freedom aren't taken away.

Differences

This morning as per our Sunday morning routine, my husband and I were watching the early CBS Sunday Morning program with Charles Kuralt's - here's this morning's link. One issue I found most interesting was the story about a group called Mensa, link here. I quote from the CBS page "Some 2,000 of the planet’s best and brightest minds met in Denver, Colo., recently for the annual gathering of Mensa, the international high IQ society. It’s an exclusive group: To join, you need an IQ score of at least 130........One of the society’s 100,000 members explained it this way: "Most of us are just a little different, a little out-of-step. And here we fit in."

How does this relate to my post this Sunday morning - certainly not because I am intellectually competent to join Mensa - one of the questions on the application was "how many stars and stripes on the American flag in 1939?" I didn't know that answer! But, watching the program brought home to me how fortunate we are that we can be different and live in our country with freedom, especially freedom of belonging to groups of individuals with like minds.

The election last year was a historical one for many reasons - A woman, an African American and an Old man (and younger woman VP) running for President. I voted on the basis of my belief - not on gender or heredity. Back in 1990s I did not vote for Bill Clinton either - he was and still is the best orator on this earth - running almost neck and neck with Ronald Reagan and Ronald Reagan in the lead. Bill Clinton reminded me of one of my old boyfriends who threw away his girlfriends like they were candy wrappers from a Snickers bar. He was suave and debonair and sexy too, but I knew underneath all that, well, I knew because of his principles I wasn't voting for him.

It was the same for the 2008 elections. I voted for the individual and the party who shared my values and what I want for the future of this country. I don't look at the gender, the skin color or the age, I want what I believe is best for my country. This blog has become home for me to vent these opinions. It is my comfort spot to exchange thoughts and ideas with other like minded folks. It is not uncommon for me to require of my husband or friends to "check out Right Klik" because he explains the issues so clearly and understandably.

Having said all of that, finally I want to say thanks so much for sharing and providing education on so many different issues and levels by so many different opinions that can't be learned or found on any other venue. A treasure chest of gold, for sure!

President of Change

Sixty days or so now we have experienced the Office of the President of Change. I think we have a pretty good idea of what kind of change we're getting and about to receive in the future - or is this just a taste of the pie! Are we experiencing some type of digression? Our country has come too far for this. Or can this be something we've come to accept but not experience on the big stage and venue? Segregation in our White House is not what our government is built on or what it is suppose to be all about. We need to ask if this could be a prelude to what sort of change in our White House we are about to experience. President Barack Obama was elected by the majority which included all race and nationalities and he couldn't/wouldn't have been elected without this. This event today isn't proper! Why is this being permitted to happen!

Obama White House bars press from press award ceremony

"This achievement and the overall promise of his historic administration caused the National Newspaper Publishers Assn. to name him "Newsmaker of the Year." The president is to receive the award from the federation of black community newspapers in a White House ceremony this afternoon."

Folks, what is happening inside our White House? Why aren't all Press organizations permitted to cover this story? Why are people especially those in the press NOT upset and up in arms about this situation? This story is being reported by the LA Times and you can read about it here.

Heeeerrrrrrreeee's Barack! and here's where the infamous Johnny Carson theme song comes in! There are accolades from all over the place citing what a great job our President did on the Jay Leno show. (I didn't watch it!) I think NBC should give President Barack Obama his own show, a good idea for when when he loses the election in 2012. Amazing what this guy is getting away with during this critical economical time in our country. It would be like me going out and partying and yucking it up when I have a child seriously ill in the hospital! I know maybe that's a lame comparison, but folks, I expect more mature and responsible behavior from my President. This is being irresponsible and a bad joke at best.

What about the tea bags? I guess I missed this one. Recently I have talked to two friends of different lifestyles and who do not know each other and they asked if I was sending teabags to our political leaders. Both friends were very passionate about this tea bag activity and as I've read on line there are many cities who are promoting this action. Maybe if I had paid more attention to Glen Beck and the 912 happening I'd be in their loop. Here is the link to Glenn Beck's project if you are interested. As a point to know, I do recall that Glenn mentioned NOT to send the actual tea bag, rather just send the tag, because as the politician's office receive an envelope with a tea bag, it is thrown away as a precaution. We will be sending out our tea bag tags to our Nevada politicians this week.

On another point of interest on the Glenn Beck's show, he talked about Thomas Paine's book "Common Sense" and referred to a you tube video, which you can view here. (if you are unable to access through this link, go to youtube & type in Thomas Paine) It's all about a revolution to take back our country.

As a final note today, my Nevada friends have also voiced their opinion on our Senator Reid and how dissatisfied they are with what he is doing today in the Senate. One friend says she will most definitely be working hard during election season to see he doesn't get re-elected. At this point, however, I personally don't seen anyone in Nevada who is strong enough to stand against Reid. Let us pray! Please, Lord, protect and bless our country!

Speechless

Yes, can you imagine me speechless - I've always got an opinion about something, although maybe I'll mention a few then be on my way.

President Obama made a "Biden" slip last night on Jay Leno's, and I know you've heard about it about a few million times already - you know, the one about his bowling ability and the Special Olympics. Good grief, both our leaders sure do lack common sense. I know it was just a slip, but surely, since everyone (except me, it seems) thinks Obama is such a great orator, he should be able to come out with something more clever than comparing himself to an unfortunate disabled child.

Are we ever going to get by the payoffs and the stimulas packages kabunkle? I know our President is trying to side step all his fabunkles by talking about education, health care, and something else. Too bad he doesn't find a Humility or Humble Package and praise our military for the great job they've done in Iraq. I suppose it would be too much for his and the Democrats pride to admit that success.

Michelle Obama is going to plant a garden on the South Lawn of the White House. Alice Waters made comment on what a good idea it is. I hope First Lady Michelle requests Alice Waters assistance. I do admire Ms. Waters abilities. She has great cookbooks and has creative and simplistic ideas for cooking and serving. Personally, I think it is a great idea, especially having the area school children help out with the gardening. I am still wondering what ever happen to those children who attended the same school as the Obama children and who lost their scholarships due to a bill signed by President Obama. Where are they now?

How lucky for me, I just checked Drudgereport and found this photo of President Obama doing the bowling pose. Not bad.

So, with that, I will say adieu and that's all folks! Nothing heavy today. I'll leave the deep thinking to the deep thinkers.

Have a great news day and take good care.

Have you been paying attention?

Are you tired of hearing nothing but Bailout, Bailout, money paid, we lose, goin raise our taxes, on and on and on! Doesn't anyone have any fun out there? Oh, wait a minute, have you been invited to a party at the Obama's place? I read where they served green sparklie stuff on St. Patrick's Day or was it that night? Do you realize they are having more fun than we are? We're spending too much time agonizing over all these problems. Let's have fun too. Let's get some people in the White House and the Congress who want to party with the common people. Michelle Obama told the military mother's they could come to the White House for tea - hmm, I wonder if she has followed through with that invite? I'm a military mom and Gold Star mom too, I wonder if I'll get an invite. You're darn tootin I'll go too, I've got to see all the big deal about her arms and biceps. I want to check out how they decorated the White House too. I'm not crazy about that bright GOLD curtain President Obama stands in front of for his speeches.

Ok, I'm being flippant today. But in all seriousness, I would like to invite you to check out another bloggers blog - he wrote a really great explanation of this crap going on with AIG. He put it in context, I haven't read or heard a better explanation. Please check one of my political favorites - Right Klik, by clicking here.

This morning's Fox News program with Bill and Megyn was great. They covered a multitude of political sins right down to interviewing a guy from ACORN. Megyn threatened to cut off his mike because he was interrupting her so often and wouldn't answer her questions - I really wanted her to cut him off, I am so bad today! Just give me the facts ma'am, just the facts. Oh, yeah! How about that Glenn Beck! Thank goodness for Fox News - life would be so boring and we'd be in such a pickle. Fox is helping to keep them there folks honest or at least giving them a run for their money and their vote. Thanks Fox News! and please be sure to check out "Right Klik" blog site.

What a difference a day makes!

Is it a miracle or a result of the complaints from all the Veterans? President Barack Obama made the wisest choice possible today by dropping his plans to make our military pay for their own medical care if they come home from the war wounded, injured or just in need of care. We first heard the good news on Foxs News with Bret Bauer this afternoon. You can also read the article here which appears on the Foxs News internet website.

Ahhhh! whata blessing and relief! May God bless our troops!

Worker's Compensation - no more!

If you are injured on the job, you have Worker's Compensation to depend on to pay for the injuries you have may incurred. If your boss doesn't see fit to compensate you for your pain and suffering and injuries you have the right to sue. Can you imagine if you are an enlisted soldier in the United States Army and you are suddenly hit by a bullet or receive shrapnel or your vehicle rolls over a roadside bomb and you lose both of your legs and you are told - no way, you pay for your injuries yourself, soldier, you have to use your own insurance and pay out of your pocket! Up until this week, you would have had the confidence as a military solder you would be taken care of by the government, and the people you are serving with your life would stand by your benefits. But, that could all end with a stroke of the pen if President Obama chooses to do so. You would have to pay for your service connected injuries out of YOUR pocket and you CANNOT sue the government. Why in the world would you want to serve a government who wouldn't take care of you in those circumstances?

I know first hand the benefits of service-connected medical services. My son was severely disabled by an on duty non-combat accident. We eventually brought him home from the VA hospital to care for him, and provided care for him for nine years until he passed away as a result of his injuries. We were able to provide this care at home because of his benefits. Yes, it is expensive to our government's budget but it's minimal compared to what Worker's Compensation pays out to ordinary citizens - and yet, that it is our right to receive these benefits. As a civilian, how would you feel if suddenly, you would not be covered if you had an on the job injury? Yet, our men and women serving in the military today willingly sign up to serve our country and many of them have served several tours of duty in extremely hazardous environments. They have the confidence their country will take care of them. They are proud to serve and do so without grumbling or complaining. Do you think they would get upset because their cup of coffee is too hot, or because they have a small pain in the wrist - no, they continue on to serve and protect, to aid and support their fellow soldiers and the United States of America, without apprehension. The least we can do is ALWAYS be there for them when they need our support.

I wonder what President Obama is thinking, or if he is thinking and planning since he will be sending many thousands of troops into Afganistan soon. There are many elements of hazards in Afganistan far different and dangerous than what our troops experienced in Iraq.

What will happen if President Obama takes away the health benefits of our soldiers especially now? I venture to guess that our population of volunteer recruits to all the branches of service would decline as well as those reinlisting might give it a second thought - do you think we need that right now - NO. I personally have no confidence in President Obama to face a violent enemy who may decide to take over our country. In my opinion he has not shown any common sense in handling any military decision especially in view of this particular issue. He may have an outstanding reputation for being a good orator, which I have my reservations about, but he does lack the experience and knowledge necessary to lead this country in the time of war or any confrontation. Our first lady, Michelle, is commanding audiences of military wives and families saying she is making it a priority to help the military families. Well, excuse me, do you think First Lady Michelle, taking away their health coverage will be AIDING the families? I think you need to talk to your husband, Mrs. Obama!

As I was browsing for news clips to share this morning there were none on my usually haunts of columns about the American Legion and the current discussion about the change of military health care. Everyone is focused on the AIG fiasco. I went to the American Legion website which has terrific coverage, of course, and information for those who may wish to check it out, please go here.

I would have never believed any one of our elected presidents would jeopardize the lives of our military heroes however since President Barack Obama has come into office, we have all seen many changes which have left us breathless to say the least! I hope you will make a difference and let your elected official know what a bad idea changing the healthcare coverage policies for our veterans will be. I know first hand the care from the VA and some of the military hospitals isn't perfect, it is improving, but without it for our military to depend on, would ruin their lives financially forever. The Veteran's have it too difficult now. Too many veterans end up homeless, without jobs, and without their families. Please don't let this atrocity happen to them - don't let President Obama sign the bill to take away our military healthcare benefits.

Blarney and such!

I'm starting my St. Patrick's Day going to my favorite hairdresser, no, I'm not getting green hair - at least hopefully not! So the rest of the day will be busy so I wanted to post tomorrow's tiding tonight.

I couldn't find any exciting news to write about without getting totally agitated and it's too late in the evening for that - I would have to drink a complete bottle of wine if I got started on the AIG business. Oh, I have searched the news reports for this bit without any success of finding it - we saw on this mornings network news clippings of tidbits there had been papers that had gone through the Congress about the mortgage problems and the corporations like AIG last year but they were never brought up on the floor for voting. This was before George Bush was out of office. I guess we all knew that though - the Dems are so juvenile, they can't accept responsibility and have to blame the other guy.

One point of interest I was happy to see in Townhall online paper tonight is that Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin will deliver the keynote address at a dinner sponsored by the House and Senate Republican campaign committees. My own personal opinion, I hopes she runs for Senate of Alaska rather than jump back in for the President race i 2012. For her own benefit and experience, I think she would succeed far better and get her feet into the jungle. Not that she doesn't know how to handle herself - I think she's great. I want her to go all the way to the top.

We're off to our favorite Irish pub tomorrow night for some Irish cooking - you all have a great evening! And, Happy St. Patrick's Day.

Thanks to Drudge Report, I bring you a few of my favorites for the day!

Tender, Juicy Obama Fingers Hit the Shelves

check out the story here

Discovery nears space station as debris nears, too

See story here

And finally,

Frank assails bonuses paid to executives at AIG
House committee chairman rails against bonuses paid executives of financially-strapped AIG

See story here

Brain overload

There's been too much going on this week for my brain to commute, compute, dissimulate, disassociate, or translate, so I took a sabbatical. I'm not sure I have yet come to terms with the overload of news and I may have to take a semi-sabbatical this week. The Sunday Las Vegas Review Journal is waiting for me to open and read my favorite Sunday columnist who are always stimulating. I believe almost every word they write, well, almost, I am gullible, but not too stupid to realize I have to think for myself. Will our financial world be any safer with Bernie Madoff in jail? Are there more schemes out there for us to be worried about - like the federal government's big scheme bailout?

Last week, Drudgereport highlighted an article about the President and First Lady courting socialites, you can read about it here. Granted, I want my president to have contacts and to be savvy and mannerly and have clout, and all that good stuff necessary to have contacts and know how to present himself in public with other Heads of State and Presidents of other countries and Prime Ministers. Barack Obama's background didn't come with all those niceties of clout of the Ultra Rich and as President he needs those qualities and associations. I suppose this is one means to achieve that goal. However, I do resent the fact he didn't do anything for the school kids in the Washington DC district to help them achieve a better education to help them get ahead. To me, in essence, he threw the baby, the milk and the carriage out in the gutter. Not a word was uttered when Congress pulled the support for scholarships. It wasn't that much money compared to what was spend in Iowa for smelly pigs.

We have a standing date on Sunday mornings to watch CBS Sunday Morning (see it here). The very first report today was on the economy of Las Vegas. And, yes, we do have a housing crisis much like everyone else in the country, maybe worse. I appreciated the fact they did show Las Vegas Mayor Goodman discussing the issue of President Obama citing businesses for coming to Las Vegas for conventions and such. It may seem obvious and reasonable to someone who doesn't live in Vegas, but the companies didn't cancel their plans, they took their conventions to other cities and most likely spent more of their companie' money. They would have gotten a better deal in Las Vegas, thus saving money for their stockholders. The President's criticism has hurt our economy badly. And, what still bugs me is the union support President Obama received here during the election. The comment from Obama hasn't seemed to affect the continued support today from the culinary union even though many culinary workers have lost their jobs. President Obama did no favors for Las Vegas yet the unions continue to support him. I just don't get it.

We did attend our first Blue Star Mother's meeting yesterday. It was amazing and sometimes tearful to meet the Mothers of military children deployed. Some families have two or more serving. It was an awesome experience to be in their presence and I felt proud to be with them. Blue Star Mother's are those mom's who have children serving in the military. You can check out their web page here if you are interested. There are chapters all over the United States.

After the meeting since we were in the area we decided to stop at Frys the big electronic store. I was thoroughly shocked as we searched for a parking space - there were none to be found except at the far end of the lot. The store was absolutely packed and people were buying big ticket items. I went there to find an item I couldn't make up my mind about whether to buy online or in person - the in person won out. Frys did get my two cents and that's all. I guess we have priorities where we're spending our money and I would venture to guess from the crowds I've seen there's money being spent on electronics and groceries especially at CostCo where there's always a crowd no matter what day or time.

I'm scared!

Do you remember these furry little toys that talked? They came out during the holiday season of 1989. If you shook it, turned it upside down, or moved it in any fashion it would say something and blink it's eyes and move it's mouth. While moving my daughter out of her apartment recently she found her Ferby and she didn't want it. I couldn't think of throwing something so precious away so I brought it home with me. Now, you might be saying to yourself what would all this have to do with Grandma's Political blog and I'm getting to that.

This morning Bob and I were watching early morning Fox News with Bill and Megan - two of our favorite Fox personalities. A big news bit was about the North Koreans test firing a long range missile and threatening war if anyone interferes (check it out here). It has been reported that the U. S. and South Korea have been involved in war games which North Korea has condemned. We have a lot of U. S. military personnel in South Korea at this time - many from our Soldier Tom's platoon as well. If North Korea fulfills it's promise to launch the missile it will put some countries in a combat ready position.

Back to my buddy Furby, when I shake Furby ever so gentle, she say's "I'm Scared" and she shakes! Well, that is exactly how I felt this morning when we were watching and listening to this report on North Korea. Folks, I am scared to death if President Barack Obama gets us into war. I have absolutely positively no confidence in him whatsoever! I would have to hope and pray the military generals he has at his side for advice have the sanity and intelligence to carry it off, but if he relies on his newly appointed staff and buddies for advice and troop movement - we are toast. We are broke - aren't we? How would we, could we finance another war?

President Obama and his people are continually trying to blame the Bush administration for this mess, and yes, they are partly to blame, right along with the Democrats in Congress who turned their backs on reports of wrong doing at AIG, Fannie and Freddie - dummies!!!! Errrr - frustration! But, President Obama is in charge now! Does he have the spirit of George W. Bush at his back guiding his left hand to sign his name on those bills now! Yeap, he'll probably come up with that excuse next! He and his buddies and the liberal press are constantly blaming George, but now, what are they going to do about North Korea - they can't blame George for that! Time to fester up and face reality, President Obama, life ain't so pretty when reality sets in.

A Democratic commentator Bob Beckel, on Fox this morning said "C'mon now - President Obama has only been in office a short time" Well, I say, you c'mon, he wants to do everything on his agenda that he spoke about and made promise about in his first 90 days in office (my opinion) so he can say - I told you so! He doesn't care if he succeeds or not - he just wants "them" done no matter how things turn out. He is going so fast and not taking time to absorb what it means to be a good president. Why is he traveling all over the place talking to people in general about his bills when he should be staying at home taking care of business. He's picked people who have some experience to make decisions but not enough experience to run a country. Oh my Gosh! if North Korea stands by its threats and starts trouble, man oh man are we in deep doo doo trouble and it won't be only the stock market, which opened low, low, low this morning!

Oops, my sweet little Furby just said "Ma ma, me scared" Yes, sweet little buddy, I feel the same way!

Brothers At War by Jake Rademacher (7 minute trailer)

Gary Sinise was on Gov. Mike Huckabee's TV show this evening promoting this movie which he had a hand in producing. It will be opening to some theatres in a couple of weeks and specifically to those listed below.

Brothers at War Brothers At War opens in theaters a wk from today, March 13, in Columbus, GA, Arlington, VA, D.C., Chicago, Warrenville, IL, Fayetteville, NC, Jacksonville, NC.

On March 20th it will be out in Akron, OH.

It will also be coming out in Killeen and San Antonio, Tx, Monterey and Oceanside, CA, Augusta and Savannah, GA, Decatur, IL, Shreveport, LA, Cleveland Heights and Dayton, OH, Clarksville, TN, Hampton, Newport News, and Norfolk, VA on March 27th.

This and that

This has been a day of really odd news articles. I'll briefly state my favorites. On Drudgereport you just can't escape this lovely photo of Chavez. With it is the statement by Chavez encouraging Obama to accept Socialism and you can read about it here. I feel that many of us believe our president is already headed in that direction. I wonder why they haven't met for a beer and a game of one on one in the White House - oh, have they built the basketball court in the White House yet? Well, maybe bowling.

Then there's our prestigious Secretary of State - please, tell me it ain't so, not a Joe Biden twin??? No! No! No!. Heck, I'm not a history major but I know that the United States of America's government has not been around longer than the European countries. Yes, she said that! We're older than Europe! What? Of course, to top that for Secretary of State Clinton, she gave the Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov a gift of a box with a button on it. The button was suppose to say "reset" but instead it said "overcharged." They got a big laugh out of the situation, but do you have a picture of the caliber of the political leaders we have in this Obama administration. Please, one Joe Biden who is noted for outragious gaffes is enough!

My personal favorite or rather most favorite disgusting event is the news of the gift from President Obama to Prime Minister Brown. As my husband and I travel around our wonderful country we enjoy most of all visiting our Presidential Museums and we've been to several. There is always a section of the gifts which that White House serving at the time has received. Each of the gifts from other countries are very ornate, expensive and unique. We would EXPECT that the gifts from our presidents would be comparable. Our current president gave to PM Brown on his recent visit to our country a selection of DVDS of American movies. It was suggested in one news report, these movies were something PM Brown could purchase on Amazon.com. And, get this, he gave PM Brown's gifts for his children and it has been suggested they came out of the White House gift shop - helicopters. Yeap, I've seen those helicopters in all of the gift shop museums I've visited and in the President Reagan gift catalog. So tacky! They have no class or sophication. I expect more from my elected president.

Isn't there someone in the White House who can advise this president what the protocol is for visiting dignitaries and gift giving? There was an article from the British press which stated that Michelle Obama didn't favor the British because of the slave era. She's come to our White House with a huge grudge on her shoulder and it looks like she will have persuasion for how our European and British friends will be treated by President Obama and the friends of the Obama's in the White House. It is really embarrassing. Please, send a Miss Manners to visit the White House for a policy on protocol.

Short spot

Bugging me big time. Perhaps I'm too naive, sensitive and middle class to understand this one. It's been said, I read, that Obama intends to change the percentage we can take off our income tax deductions for money or stuff we give to charity. And, this is a big deal, why? I don't believe in socialism and I want the rich to keep their well earned money as long as its acquired legally - however, reading the articles in the Wall Street Journal and others publications I wonder how some wealthy have gotten their millions and how many acquired this rich status just by being deceivingly clever.

OK, sorry, I wandered off my main objective - giving without reciprocation. Since when is the object to be thoughtful and helpful to aid the poor and needy come with a rebate? Yes, I know it's nice to have a tax deduction so we can get some of our well-earned money back, but should a few percentage points off the deduction really make that big of a deal? Our personal deductions for anything and everything ended two years ago, you see, we are in the middle income group, but I don't care. I feel obligated to help and give what I can - joyfully and without fanfare.

We prefer to give to charities or groups who have nothing to gain or who do not give any part of the contribution to the big wheel executives in swell offices. We want the poor and needy to receive benefit of our hard earned cash. Because of our economy now, I've had to cut back on the size of my donations and I feel really guilty because I know they need my "little bit" more than ever.

I hope others will stand by their principles too and not forget those who are more needy. They shouldn't be punished because our new president choses to penalize a good thing. Please continue giving for the sake of kindness and those less blessed.

Different Presidents, A Different Corps

Jonathan Krohn Addresses CPAC

I thought this bumper sticker was pretty clever. This idea came from the Tennessee Republican Party and you can buy one. You can read the complete story and to purchase one here.

We are in the process of preparing to sell our home -- what a joke. We live in the Las Vegas area and the community has one of the highest foreclosure rates in the country. We are retired and for health reasons need/have to down size. The house prices need to be more reasonable. The prices here have gone out of sight. I don't know how families could make it without two wage earners. Perhaps that's why so many made bad decisions hoping to get something for nothing.

Rush Limbaugh was a hit!

I only saw snippets of CPAC the past couple of days and lucked out to hear Rush Limbaugh finishing up his speech yesterday. No wonder the Democrats want to change the Fairness Doctrine, resulting in changing the format of the conservative programs. There is no bi-partisan opinion on the liberal talk shows either on tv or radio. Rush has some pretty harsh opinions so its not surprising they want to put a muzzle on his freedom of speech.

After hearing Rush for only the short time I did, I can understand why the Democrats want the Fairness Doctrine passed or the parts they think are balance in their behalf. They want to be able to push their issue in the face of anyone with an opposite opinion but it seems to me they, the Liberals, already dominate the airwaves and have 99 44/100% possession of it all now. I am grateful to have Fox TV News Network so I can hear another opinion and a prospective that I agree with. I can continue to subscribe to the conservative magazines and newspapers but I wonder if someday with the liberals in power, with that freedom be taken away and how long will it be before they infiltrate the internet. It does seem a bit radical but I never thought I'd see things happen that are now since President Obama came into power.

Beautiful Sculptured Arms

Bob and I were watching the Saturday early morning show on Fox news network with the three Happy Jokers At 6 AM our time, Karl Rove made an appearance and an interview which was pretty interesting and enlightening, but, that's not what's got me stirred up this morning. Maybe it's a woman thing, although Bob almost puked too and we're still working on our Saturday morning coffee wake up.

They showed the photo of Michelle Obama and I thought they were going to wee wee all over themselves carrying on over Michelle Obama's "beautifully sculptured arms." In First Lady Michelle Obama's White House photo, Michelle is wearing a sleeveless black dress. Everywhere she goes for special events she wears sleeveless dresses and the shape of her arms are the main topic of conversations. Big deal! Holy Cow, I didn't realize it was so important to have sculptured arms to be noticed. I guess I'm getting old. On the page of the newspaper that revealed the White House photo, check it out here, they had a poll to vote for your opinion on the dress and her style. I have drawn my own personal conclusion that I am too old and too conservative for this administration.

Their style is young and energized. President Obama showed up at a basketball game last night. I guess all this change in protocol is a good thing, it loosens up the Presidential position to a "regular guy" status - away from all the Prompt and Circumstance and dressy up stuff that I do like. They probably appeal more to the younger hip guy and gal, but not to me.

I have to admit Michelle does look nice and the pearls around her neck are a great asset, but lets get some sleeves on already. Maybebe if the press were more respectful and not make such a big ga-ga deal about her ARMS, but then at least they're not harping on a different part of her figure like they did poor Hilliary.

Broke

Could President Obama deliberately be trying to ruin our economy? Could he deliberately be creating an economy so that we could not even finance our military in a time of war? Just a thought although I know it is extremely paranoid to think such a thing. But, never in the course of our country has any president spent so much money at one time - money that's not even there. Wait, if that's so, how different is that than those individuals who took out mortgages and couldn't pay for them. Seems like a vicious circle to me. Oh Lord, what is going on?

My husband says President Obama can't do this spending without the Democrats behind him. Bill O'Reilly described Speaker Pelosi as "Palates Pelosi" because she was constantly jumping up and down to all and any of President Obama's comments - yes, she's behind him all the way. Queen Pelosi. Well, you know the ole saying, "the bigger they are, the harder they fall!"

We need a lot of help from above.

This Grandma is seriously aggitated at some of the Republicans

Ok fellows! I've stood by your side through thick and thin but now you've hit me in my pocketbook and my home. You may be grumbling and complaining about all the garbage the Democrats have put in the stimulus bill, but I wonder if you are even thinking about what you are attacking when you specifically pull a project to pick on.

Republican Senator Tom Coburn from Oklahoma started it, I believe, when he made comments about the executives coming to Las Vegas then they changed their location to San Francisco - same plans, different place - thank you very much Senator Tom Coburn - and he isn't done, he's on other groups cases to change to other places. For crying out loud, Senator Coburn, do you have a clue as to how many people are employed in Las Vegas? The Las Vegas Convention Commission has taken out an ad in the Wall Street Journal and other publications to explain the hardship the Senator's discrimination has placed on Las Vegas and our economy. This ad will run until the end of 2009, you may check the article and the ad here. Please check out the article which is on Las Vegas Now and the link to the pdf file of the ad.

My son and granddaughter are living with us - he is employed at one of the hotels on the strip and he hasn't worked for going on three weeks. I would like for him to have his own place to live and not be living with us. My wonderful husband and I have been married 45 years this year and my kid is still living with me and now its all your fault. Senator Coburn, can he and our granddaughter go and live with you? Please don't you dare send me a Republican request for you senatorial election (I do receive donation requests from Senator not in my state all the time). Senator Corburn, if I receive a request for donation from you I will send you back a due bill for utilities to cover part of the contribution for my son living with us that he can't pay because you put him out of work! Thank a lot!

The second deal that has my blood pressure at the boiling point is this issue of the fast speed train from Las Vegas to Anaheim or Disneyland that my buddies in the Republican party keeps picking on. Have you people lost your minds?????? I am seriously considering changing to Independent and if you keep it up, you will lose me. Governor Bobbie Jindal, yes you! last night in your speech, you picked on our poor train, and prior to hearing your comments I thought I liked you - not so now!!!! What is it with you people? Can't you see the advantage for the environment and for the population of southern California and Nevada. Our railroad system is so behind the times, Europe and Asia have it over us with their technology and you are complaining about building a hi-tech train that will EMPLOY thousands of people for a long period of time and you label it as PORK BARREL SPENDING? Isn't EMPLOYMENT the key principle to the stimulus plan?

I received my monthly contribution envelope from the head of the Republican Party - Michael Steele, today. Do you really think I am going to put a donation in for the Republican Party. NO! but I might write a letter telling them what I think of how they are doing today. If they keep this up, they won't get back to being a majority in 2012, 2016 or 2020!!!!

End of Rant!!!

CitiBank 40% Government owned

That was the big news on Fox News by Stuart Barney this morning. Ok, I am not an economist and I admit I am pretty average on this bailout, stimulus jargon - just taking in what I can and pretty much not getting the real monetary meaning of it all.

Please advise - what does it all mean? Where did the first glut of stimulus money go that George Bush and his guys gave to the banks? Fox News Network has a asked for the documents and I understand they won the rights to see the paperwork. What's all the secrecy?

There's too much happening to fast for my brain to take in and I wonder, is the rush necessary? I have a reluctance to admit that in my humble disposition I would say it seems like Chicken Little shouting "The sky's falling" but then there's the flip side of doing nothing and it would be too late to recover.

It was predictable with the Democrats in office in full guard. We have to give credit where credit is due on predictable, Obama is following through on his promises to tax and spend. We can give him that - he's a trustworthy guy on his promises! I cringe!

As I gaze at the picture of my husband's grandparents farm in Kentucky that is no more because they have passed away and everything changes with time. It was a different era when you visited them. They were very poor but you didn't notice it because it was "home" and comforting. My husband wants to raise baby chicks again, there it is, the home and comforting, solitude, escape from all of this rat race, worry about the ski falling - removed, remote, uninvolved because there's nothing to lose.

We are getting ready to sell our big home in the worse time but that's nothing new to us - we are not gamblers and do not watch the market - we are governed by our heart and family needs. When we bought our farm in Kentucky back in the 70s we paid top price for our cows and sold at the lowest price in the 80s. I had to admited that! So here we are again, if we had sold this home four years ago we would have gotten twice or more of what we MIGHT get today - don't know yet. We have a real estate agent coming in this morning. One of several agents I will interview. We won't put the house on the market until this summer, probably. because I am slower than a slug at packing in my old age. We didn't sell when the price was high because of our heart and family, school and future for him, Soldier Tom. I don't regret it.

Our neighbor is selling her home too - the square footage is less than ours but the amenities at her place is different than ours. Our ground is good for horses and her husband build a huge work building. We live in a good area, but with the economy, well, we'll see if "location, location, location" works for this sale.

Our selling our home now is necessary for our health. We're retired and need to downsize. This is a big home and is wonderful for a big family - schools, parks, shopping, plus one acre lots - - a big plus in the Las Vegas Valley today. We live in Henderson and it was one of the fast growing areas in the U. S. but now its the highest in Foreclosures. It's almost too funny! God only knows and we'll bet on HIM anyday!

What do you think of this video?

I just received this video in an email from a friend. It's pretty amazing and a harsh description of the reality of the standard of our country today.

Do you agree with the author of this video? Please let me know you opinion. Thanks!

Couldn't resist

Have you noticed a similarity of facial characteristic of VP Joe Biden and a very popular comedian's dummy? Oh my gosh, I know I shouldn't do this, but I can't be the only one who has seen the resemblance.

The similarities are more prevalent on a side view but I was unable to locate side views of either one! Please don't get me wrong, I'm not saying our VP has the disposition of Walter, Jeff Dunham's dummy, but then that's just my humble opinion. For more photos of Walter, check out this website! For more photos of VP Biden, turn on to most any news network.

FYI - The Stimulus

I thought you might be interested in this website - "Stimulus Watch"- it gives a break down of how the stimulus is distributed to each state.

Just a thought

When I first got married, my mom gave me a piece of advice I have never forgotten. She told me no matter what, if I had a bill to always pay something on that bill. This was back in the early 60s when we didn't have much in the way of material goods. She was married during the depression and knew very hard times.

We had difficult times too but I always remembered mom's words and if the money was short at the end of a week, I'd contact the people and let them know I would send something. That practice was acceptable back in those days. Now, if I have a bill I double or triple my payment or pay off that bill. I have been fortunate not to have to file for bankruptcy or have a bank take something back, but that's because I never bought something I couldn't afford.

My friends and us were raising our young children when colored TVs first came out, we were almost the last of the neighborhood to get one - we all had three or four children and knew where our priorities were. Our kids didn't get the latest toys and wore Sears jeans for years until they were sick of them.

There's is a different mindset in my kids generation - they wanted everything we worked hard to buy. Credit cards were shoved under their noses whether they had good credit or not. You know the rest of the story on that one. But, of all things were the prices of houses and some cars. In the last couple of years, there was no way anyone could afford to buy a home unless there were two paychecks coming in. I remember we were offered our first home with a small down payment and take over payments. We sold that home for a profit and bought a better home. And we were a one paycheck family because I gave up a career to care for our children and our home and we survived - without a lot of material goods, but that was okay with us. My husband was never without a job. He would do anything to put food on the table and a roof over our head.

Here we are today, retired and needing to sell our nice big home so we can downsize. Our health warrants needing a smaller place to maintain but we have seen the bottom drop out of the value it was a couple of years ago. It was inevitable though, and we will be okay, we always are, we plan it so. It was time for those that thought they had it so good for so long buying what they wanted and not paying for it, it was time they experienced hard times so they would appreciate the good times. But, what about us? Glenn Beck on the Fox Network just talked about that - he said he never misses making a house payment, so what about us, we never miss a house payment, but the government is helping those that are in a mess. Doesn't seem fair to me - but that's life, it really is.

We'll make it and I'll complain some and yell at the TV but we'll be okay because we are survivors and know how to do without if we have to - we'll make it okay, but I know some who won't, don't you?

Stimulas for What??? Jobs, did you say?

If it wasn't for the fact I am a Lady and today is Sunday, I would cuss!!! Oh, what the heck! HOLY CRAP! Just one irritating thing among a trillion - Rep. John Boehner was giving a really good speech on the floor of the House the other night then I heard him say that building a fast train between Los Angeles and Las Vegas wasn't a good investment and had nothing to do with jobs. I guess he doesn't realize how many years we have been waiting for the money to be available for the work to be started on the super train. Lets see now - how many miles between here (Las Vegas) and LA and how long will it take to build, and oh, yeah, the up keep - jobs, jobs, and more jobs!!! Holy Moley! Rep Boehner you really need to get your facts straight! Rep. John Boehner is from my home state of Ohio and I've always thought good things about him - but these comments really stunned me.

It looks like Senator Harry Reid got the pet project for Mayor Goodman after all - the financing for the museum for the Mob was slipped in at the last minute. Could it have been the letter the Mayor wrote about President Obama's slam on Las Vegas had a positive effect? Give me the fast train to LA over a mob museum any day!

Finally, shaking my head - President Obama wanted the stimulus bill on his desk on Presidents Day and everyone worked their fingers to the bone without even reading it - it's on his desk and Pelosi and Obama left town! What a life!

Only in America and only the Democrats!

A couple of things

Yesterday on the Drudgereport.com I came across an article written by Politico's writer - Michael Calerone on the Fairness Doctrine and Bill Clinton. Clinton is obviously in favor of silencing those individuals like Rush Limbaugh who says harsh things against the Democrats. What galls me to no end how the Democrats are attempting to take away all our freedoms especially the Freedom of Speech. At this point, NBC, CBS, ABC, PBS, MSNBC, and both CNN networks are so liberal, not to mention the publications as well.

My husband and I have traditionally watched the news in the morning and evening and we know who the non-biased reporters are and will not watch their news shows. There are maybe one or two on CNN and we like our local CBS channel early morning otherwise we watch Fox. It's very discerning to hear the bias comments rather than just reporting just the facts.

If a bill like the Fairness Doctrine passes, does this mean our personal blogs stating our dislike of what's going on in Washington with the Democrats will be abolished?

I was totally outraged when I heard President Obama chastise the executives of the stimulus group for going to Las Vegas - I mean, he specifically picked out Las Vegas! It was unbelievable. He came to Vegas so many times and talked to our Culinary Union and had it not been for the union he wouldn't have won the voters here. But, guess what - its the Culinary Union workers that have been put out of work due to this financial breakdown and anytime there is a large group to come to town, it does help the workers. So, what happened with the executives - they went to San Francisco, Seattle, and other places. My son works at one of the hotels and his hours have been cut drastically.

I wonder how the Culinary Union feels about their backing of President Obama now? I think Las Vegas Mayor Goodman did the right thing writing President Obama a letter but I doubt it will do any good. President Obama doesn't seem like the type of man who apologizes for a faux paux. Wait until 2012, maybe the comment will come back to bite him - I hope so.

Although I DON'T watch any of President Obama's town halls, or speeches, it was impossible to miss the constant repetition of the network news snippets and reporting of President Obama's town hall and the guy who worked at McDonald's giving Alleluias for Obama and also the HOMELESS lady who was dressed very nicely - even had a fresh styled hairdo and somehow managed to get attention from President Obama. Have you ever seen a real homeless person? They don't have style hairdos! How obvious can it be that the Obama people are planting maybe prepaid (you think?) fakes in the crowd to drum up sympathy and support for anything President Obama says or does and now to give out free services in front of national new services!

This morning I read Nancy Pelosi is heading to Rome as soon as the stimulus bill is passed (without anyone reading it!). She has disregarded all the prime Catholic rules. I will be very interested to see how she and the Pope get along. I'm Catholic and I know money talks and she's gotten away with a lot - her and the Kennedys and a few others and can still receive the sacraments. Damn, it ticks me off how money talks and if you got it, you can get away with murder!

A white glove approach

Obama's press secretary describes Obama's approach as a "white glove" analogy (check here) but I find all this haggling very disconcerting. Me thinks he does protest too much - what is his point? What's his hurry? I can only think he has made a deadline promise to someone to hurry this up - for crying out loud, we're not talking about a $10.00 bet on a horse race but billions/trillions of our dollars. Dang it! is he afraid the American people will find out what is actually in the "stimulus bill?" And his comments to the Democrats at what is usually a no-press fun fest and all the sudden the press is permitted - he said "what is spending but stimulus" or something to that effect. The games they play, its not even "HIS" bill but the Democrats and finally the Republicans have had their chance to enter into the contest. Long term jobs - where - do you see any written in the bill?

I think he is fulfilling his promises to his contributors and nothing more. I was thrilled to see something written in to help the housing industry - but who brought that to the floor - the Republicans. I guess the Democrats have lost their minds since they have become the majority and can't really handle the responsibilities. Looks like a bunch of kids who have been let loose in a candy store without supervision.

I am scared more about the union changes. We have been a union family for a long time. My dad had a great job back in the 60s in Las Vegas building the hotel, hospitals, and schools because of the unions - it was a different time then. We are Republicans and union members - do you know how it effects us because our dues go to support Democrats and we don't dare tell of our affiliation for fear of being retaliated upon? There are hypocracies in our democracy.

Our new GOP Chairman - Michael Steele

I was delighted when I heard on Foxs News yesterday that Michael Steele had been voted in as Chairman of the Republican party. I have to honestly say, I have received a lot of communications from the Republican party for a long time - for donations - and emails too, but I really didn't know a lot about who was heading the party - now I know, I've seen Michael Steele on Foxs New often and I have ALWAYS listened to what he had to say.

GOP Chairman Michael Steele is well-spoken, pleasant personality, educated on the issues and someone I can and will pay attention to. I look forward to his leadership putting the Republican Party back on the map and headed in the right direction - he means business!! The Democrats have walked all over us - and I've noticed some of our elected Republicans in office now not standing up for party values.

I am hopeful now - and I look for a Honest Change in the Right Direction!!!

You can read more about our Chairman here.

Geithner receives large severance sum

Newly minted Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner’s finances got a recent boost, thanks to a plump $435,000 severance payment from his old employer – the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. In addition, Geithner last year earned $411,000 as president of the New York Fed and got another $50,000 to $100,000 for unused vacation and comp time, according to a mandatory financial disclosure statement released by the Office of Government Ethics.

Read more here.

President Obama was upset with the Wall Street executives over their bonuses but oh, wait, its okay Geithner gets bonuses because Geithner's one of his buds!

So typical! Why should we be shocked at anything we read about this administration. Even Nancy Pelosi thinks she's bipartisan as reported on Drudgereport.com.

Sarah Palin is riding in on her four-wheeler to rescue the Republican's in a couple of days. Someone has to pull the party together.

President Obama has shed his jacket not for "casual day" but because he sets his office thermastat on high and it's too hot for the jacket. He wants us to economize while he wastes - don't do as I do but as I say - because I WON!

Former President George W. Bush, wife attend Baylor women's basketball game

It was great to see this photo and read this on the DallasNews.com website this afternoon. I haven't found any articles about the Bushes since the greetings at Waco. To read the complete article, check it out here:
Former President George W. Bush walks out of the tunnel with Baylor coach Kim Mulkey (center) and wife Laura Bush on Wednesday.

Cry Out

I saw this video today on Airman Mom's blog. It brought to mind our precious military personnel serving to protect us and what a friend said to me today. She is against the war. Her boys never served. She'll never know the pride. She'll never know the sacrifices we have made for Our Country. She'll never understand why.

Flight 1549 pilot: God bless Chesley B. “Sully” Sullenberger!
By Michelle Malkin • January 15, 2009 05:57 PM

President Elect Obama will asked for $440 million for NASA to investigate global warming. I guess he's given up trusting former Vice President Gore's word on the subject considering Gore's lack of environmental procedures in his personal life.

In the Netherlands, they are having a Cold Spell - their canals are frozen. We're having record cold temperatures in our northern states, but the Dems are stubbornly trying to convince the U. S. citizens we are having global warming. Is this one method of employment President Elect Obama is pursuing, giving NASA additional work for scientists to do some experiments in the frozen tundra?

There was a news report this morning we could product our own fuel if we collect the by product of wine and beer but we needed a special container which we could have right in our back yard. Gee, I wish I knew all the stuff we could do with recycle byproducts especially manure. We collected the cow patties from our land where we raised Black Angus cows years ago and we would spread the manure for fertilizer. We didn't know much about turning it into fuel back then, holy cow, we could have been rich!

Friends in High Places

Obama’s Treasury Secretary: Tax rules for thee, but not for me; Update: Link to Senate Finance Cmte docs added By Michelle Malkin • January 13, 2009 04:36 PM Please read Michelle's column!

This was the most unappealing news I heard today. A man who was nominated to be our new Treasury Secretary by President-Elect Obama owes back taxes - and did so several years in a row. One amount he had to repay was over $25,000.00 and he didn't have to pay any penalties. The prominent Harry Reid said it was just a "hiccup" in the record of the well liked Timothy Geithner. No wonder we have problems on Wall Street!

I don't know about you but I am extremely upset how simple it is for these politicians to get away with their sins without any penance. Chris Todd is another one who seems to be pious and saintly but is one of the biggies who contributed to the cost of our money problems on the home front. Do these people have no conscience? The politicians and some of our right minded reporters seem to have the opinion there's nothing wrong here and Mr. Geithner will be selected for our Treasury Secretary. What's wrong with this picture?

President Bush, content the war in Iraq is nearly won, says he rejected his own party despite pressure to withdraw, a move now lauded by his father. You can view the interview by Bret Hume and Presidents George W. and George H. W. Bush by linking to Transcript: Presidents Bush 41 and 43 on 'FOX News Sunday'.

It was very touching seeing the two of them as father and son being interviewed by Mr. Hume.

We watched a debate of sorts on our Sunday Morning CBS program which we have watched every Sunday morning religiously for years where two different journalists gave diverse opinions of their views of the President Bush's years in the White House. I would enjoy entertaining another persons opinion as to how some of the journalists cannot give President Bush credit for the success of the war in Iraq and more importantly keeping our country free from attack. The one negative opinion stated that President Bush is the most negative president of the United States. I don't buy into that for one second and I believe that journalist will be proven wrong. Could it be the liberals are still mad Bush won over Gore? Can you imagine how Gore would have handled 9/11 - similar to the Global Warming issue probably.

Well, in a matter of less than two weeks we will be governed by a new president with a new agenda and many of the same ole Clinton people. It has been projected that our recession and unemployment will continue to be bad so by mid year Obama will begin to take on flack.

I want very much to sell our home this spring, although, my energy level isn't great enough to accomplish that goal at this point. I am hoping that things will turn around and there will be some stability in the real estate market. As a senior citizen with our home being our investment it is our last hurrah for a good secure future that is dependent on the sales price. We'll see.

Today was an exciting day for the Bush family with the christening of the President George W. H. Bush carrier, Newport, Virginia. The ceremony was well documented at the George W. H. Bush ship's website. C-SPAN also has photos and commentary.

President Bush Discusses No Child Left Behind

President George W. Bush and first lady Mrs. Laura Bush on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2008, visited the General Philip Kearny School in Philadelphia. The first thing I noticed when I looked at the first photo with President Bush was his smile and what seemed to me his very relaxed mood.

I have been wondering for a few days how President Bush must be feeling with not yet President - President Elect Obama going around making speeches and doing a lot of procedures which is usually handled by the President. He's no longer a Senator and not yet a President - - what is his actual title?

Personally, I think President Bush is doing a great job with all of this - a great sport. And, too, maybe he's getting a lot of things done and tying up the loose ends since the media is off his back.

I will really miss President Bush and First Lady Laura - and the family and Barney and Miss Beezley.

President George W. Bush reviews the troops at Ft. Myer in Arlington, Va., Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, during a military appreciation in his honor. With him is Col. Joseph Buche, Commander of Troops. White House photo by Joyce N. Boghosian. Link here for full story

Time is short

I have thought for days how to start my posts about our President Bush. Yesterday when I had free time with no interruptions, I checked out articles at the White House website, I realized how much I will miss President Bush and Laura Bush. I didn't agree with some of his policies, but as so many agree, he kept our country safe.

I know our citizens believe it is time for a change - but not from the same ole ones in office - how can we see a change with the same people from the Clinton administration in policy making positions? As I've said before, it is the Congress and the House that makes the most decisions and with the luck of the draw maybe they are working together for the good of the country. But, unfortunately as so happened with President Bush - it was a fail/fail situation. The Democrats did everything they could to trip him up even when it was good.

George Bush is a man of high morals. He has Christian values and principles. He has a wonderful marriage to a beautiful and thoughtful lady, a great relationship with his two daughters, and his parents and brother and sister. He may have had some youthful indiscrections, but nothing like Ted Kennedy had when he left his date in a car to drown. Or, like President Clinton and the scandal in his office in the White House. I wonder if people today have less morals than ever before. A friend told me it didn't matter what the public officials did in their personal life but what mattered to her was how they voted. The answer related to a question I asked an acquaintance about John Edwards who had committed adultery while his wife had cancer. This person didn't care about John Edward's values. I am shocked because in my opinion if he wasn't thoughtful and considerate first to his wife, then how much respect does he have for his constituents that trusted him to do the right thing for their state.

Perhaps it will take four more years of the same old Democrats in office before the American people at large understand. And by the way, for those who really believe it was a landslide win for Barrack Obama, you are wrong. It wasn't a close race like Bush and Gore, but Obama didn't run away with it. And there were other terrific Republicans who may have pulled the majority vote, but it is what it is today. But, now, my thoughts are with the Bush's - certainly not on where Barack Obama is vacationing or where he's going to live until January 20th. Maybe I'm seeming unpatriotic, but I am miffed with the media and their stupidity and lack of fair and balanced coverage, period.

White House Christmas

This is a photo of President Bush and First Lady Laura Bush in front of the White House christmas tree in 2001.

There will be a televised interview and tour of the Christmas White House on December 17th.

If you are interested, please check out this holiday blog I found this morning about the White House holidays - http://enchantedholidays.blogspot.com/2008/11/white-house-christmas-2008-update.html

I will miss First Lady Laura Bush, she really was a lady!

Florida

I read a short blob on Drudgereport this morning - Jeb Bush may run for Senate seat in Florida. Personally, I think that would be great. He seemed to do a great job running the state of Florida.

Also, good news this morning, the Republican won the seat in Georgia. Here's the headline from the ABC internet post - "Will Georgia Vote Reverberate in Minnesota?" I guess the votes are still too close to call that one and according to Bill Hemmer's opinion on Fox News this morning, it may not be until January until we know the result of that election.

Let's hope. Drudgereport is a good place to get quick glances at the news of the day when you don't have a lot of time to spend on the computer.

Take care, have a great day!