Saturday, November 3, 2012
Vote for America
| "If ever time should come, when vain and aspiring men shall possess the highest seats in Government, our country will stand in need of its experienced patriots to prevent its ruin." Samuel Adams |
| "The Constitution is not an instrument for the government to restrain the people, it is an instrument for the people to restrain the government -- lest it come to dominate our lives and interests." Patrick Henry |
| "We the People are the rightful masters of both Congress and the Courts--not to overthrow the Constitution, but to overthrow the men who pervert the Constitution." Abraham Lincoln |
| "Patriotism means to stand by the country. It does NOT mean to stand by the President or any other public official save exactly to the degree in which he himself stands by the country. It is patriotic to support him insofar as he efficiently serves the country. It is unpatriotic not to oppose him to the exact extent that by inefficiency or otherwise he fails in his duty to stand by the country." Theodore Roosevelt |
| "Hold on, my friends, to the Constitution and to the Republic for which it stands. Miracles do not cluster, and what has happened once in 6000 years, may not happen again. Hold on to the Constitution, for if the American Constitution should fail, there will be anarchy throughout the world." Daniel Webster |
I know, that is a lot of quotes. I just love them, they say so powerfully what I hold dear:)
As you all know, we vote for our next president this coming week. I feel like this election is one of the most important elections we will face. Our next president determines where our country will go. It is my personal opinion that if President Obama is re-elected, then our country as we know it is finished. We will no longer be a democracy, enjoying the freedoms that we have come to expect. Obama did bring the change he promised, but it wasn't a change for good. In the past several years we have seen the degradation of our nation, the last four being the most alarming. Our national debt has sky rocketed, the government holds ownership over the bank and auto industry, our military and defense funding has been cut, we heavily depended on foreign oil sources from countries who are not American friendly, the courts override what the people have voted for, unemployment runs rampant, illegal immigrants are given free rein of the country and the federal government sues states who are trying to protect their borders and the people who live there, healthcare has became socialized, free commerce threatened, welfare has increased and the Constitution attacked. This is just a short list but I find it all so disturbing. Our government has been taking control of every aspect of our lives and We the People are letting them!
I've heard some people say, "Well I'm going to vote for Obama because he's black" or "I'm voting for him because he supports gay marriage." Narrow minded indeed is the person who places such a decision on just one issue. I'll tell you why I'm not voting for Obama, besides all the reasons listed previously. 1. He has no business sense and with the state of our economy, I want someone in office who knows how to handle finances. 2. His dealings with Libya and how the government has lied about it. I don't know about you, but I'd like America's leader to be honest. 3. His disregard for the military. I am so thankful for those brave men and women who go out and defend our nation and the rights of others and if the Commander-in-Chief isn't supportive of those troops then he should not be the Commander-in-Chief. 4. His "celebrity" status. A lot of Obama's support comes from Tinseltown and he's been hob nobbin it with stars ever since he was elected. He's not going to do anything to lose that support group so his re-election will really just benefit them and it's not like celebrities have to worry about money like the rest of us do. 5. He doesn't take responsibilities for things. He passes the blame. Harry S. Truman had a sign in his office that read "The Buck Stops Here." Apparently Obama doesn't share that same mentality. 6. Obama oversteps his role as president. There's a reason why the founders of our nation created the checks and balances, it was to keep any one branch from becoming too powerful. I guess they didn't plan for "King" Obama. See this link http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/sep/16/obama-tears-up-the-constitution/ 7. Obama shows no support for those with religious principles. At least other presidents were friendly towards religious parties. I haven't heard nor seen anything like that from Obama.
We are an imperfect nation run by imperfect people. Even the great men and women of our country had faults but they also had integrity, honesty and believed in the country they lived in. To me, Obama doesn't believe in America and he doesn't want it to succeed. One of my favorite songs is "God Bless the USA," I don't know if you've heard it so I'm going to attach the lyrics because they're awesome:
God Bless The USA
by Lee Greenwood
If tomorrow all the things were gone,
I'd worked for all my life.
And I had to start again,
with just my children and my wife.
I'd worked for all my life.
And I had to start again,
with just my children and my wife.
I'd thank my lucky stars,
to be livin here today.
‘Cause the flag still stands for freedom,
and they can't take that away.
to be livin here today.
‘Cause the flag still stands for freedom,
and they can't take that away.
And I'm proud to be an American,
where at least I know I'm free.
And I wont forget the men who died,
who gave that right to me.
where at least I know I'm free.
And I wont forget the men who died,
who gave that right to me.
And I gladly stand up,
next to you and defend her still today.
‘Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land,
God bless the USA.
next to you and defend her still today.
‘Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land,
God bless the USA.
From the lakes of Minnesota,
to the hills of Tennessee.
Across the plains of Texas,
From sea to shining sea.
to the hills of Tennessee.
Across the plains of Texas,
From sea to shining sea.
From Detroit down to Houston,
and New York to L.A.
Well there's pride in every American heart,
and its time we stand and say.
and New York to L.A.
Well there's pride in every American heart,
and its time we stand and say.
That I'm proud to be an American,
where at least I know I'm free.
And I wont forget the men who died,
who gave that right to me.
where at least I know I'm free.
And I wont forget the men who died,
who gave that right to me.
And I gladly stand up,
next to you and defend her still today.
‘Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land,
God bless the USA.
next to you and defend her still today.
‘Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land,
God bless the USA.
And I'm proud to be and American,
where at least I know I'm free.
And I wont forget the men who died,
who gave that right to me.
where at least I know I'm free.
And I wont forget the men who died,
who gave that right to me.
And I gladly stand up,
next to you and defend her still today.
‘Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land,
God bless the USA.
next to you and defend her still today.
‘Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land,
God bless the USA.
I love our country and I am willing to stand up for it, which is why I feel so strongly about this. Join me in standing up for America, the land of the free and the home of the brave. Just a thought....
Sunday, October 21, 2012
I Am An American Woman
A Rant:
I have been thinking about freedom a lot these past few weeks, specifically a woman's freedom of choice. This has been a hot topic for a long time now, women's rights, and people have very strong opinions on the subject. Today I was sitting and thinking about it and a question came to my mind, what are women fighting for the right to have? It seems like everything I hear on the news about women's right seems to be focused on their right to make choices about their own bodies, concerning healthcare and issues over reproduction. My dear sisters, we already hold that right.
In the Declaration of Independence it states, We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed, by their Creator, with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. We are born with rights, we already have our freedom, no one gives it to us. The Founding Fathers understood this principle and that's what helped them pull together when they made the decision to go to war. Now, let's compare that with the French Revolution, the French who were also looking for freedom, and what happened? Their country was thrown into turmoil, terror and ended up in a dictatorship. Both countries wanted the same thing, so why did only one succeed? The French were looking at freedom the wrong way. They thought that by killing off the monarchy, they would gain their freedom, but it never came so they kept on killing those they thought responsible.
With the idea of freedom already endowed upon us, let's return to the issue at hand, a woman's right to her own body. I am a woman. No one has control over my body, I choose what I do with it. Do you see that? It's that word choose. I have the choice of what I do or not do. Now here's where I think people get mad. We all have choices and all those choices come with strings attached called consequences. With our freedom, we have the ability to choose what to do. For example, I have made the choice not to have kids yet. I just got married and my husband and I have decided to wait for a little while. In order to make that choice, we take precautions and have preventative measures in place. We are taking responsibility for our choice. I do my part and he does his. I honestly think that this is the big issue, woman don't want to take responsibility for their choices and want to get out of the consequences. You already have the freedom ladies, so it's time to step up to the responsibility it comes with. If you choose to not have kids then take responsibility of using birth control. If you are raped then choose to fight, choose to go to the police and do everything you can to put the rapist behind bars. It is your body, it is your choice, but it is also your responsibility, it's part of being an adult.
Now this brings me to another subject, a very touchy one, the subject of abortion. The two sides have come out Pro-life and Pro-choice(because Pro-death was just too obvious). I am a woman. I believe that women are every bit as great as men in regards to equality, but I do not agree with abortion. The declaration says that all men are created. We are all created, including those still in the process of being so and because they are, they are also given the right to Liberty, the pursuit of Happiness, and Life. I once saw a picture that had a woman with a sign about women's rights, a gay couple with a sign about gay marriage and underneath was a picture of a fetus with the words "You want the right of choice and you want the right of marriage. I just want the right to live." Just a Thought....
I have been thinking about freedom a lot these past few weeks, specifically a woman's freedom of choice. This has been a hot topic for a long time now, women's rights, and people have very strong opinions on the subject. Today I was sitting and thinking about it and a question came to my mind, what are women fighting for the right to have? It seems like everything I hear on the news about women's right seems to be focused on their right to make choices about their own bodies, concerning healthcare and issues over reproduction. My dear sisters, we already hold that right.
In the Declaration of Independence it states, We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed, by their Creator, with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. We are born with rights, we already have our freedom, no one gives it to us. The Founding Fathers understood this principle and that's what helped them pull together when they made the decision to go to war. Now, let's compare that with the French Revolution, the French who were also looking for freedom, and what happened? Their country was thrown into turmoil, terror and ended up in a dictatorship. Both countries wanted the same thing, so why did only one succeed? The French were looking at freedom the wrong way. They thought that by killing off the monarchy, they would gain their freedom, but it never came so they kept on killing those they thought responsible.
With the idea of freedom already endowed upon us, let's return to the issue at hand, a woman's right to her own body. I am a woman. No one has control over my body, I choose what I do with it. Do you see that? It's that word choose. I have the choice of what I do or not do. Now here's where I think people get mad. We all have choices and all those choices come with strings attached called consequences. With our freedom, we have the ability to choose what to do. For example, I have made the choice not to have kids yet. I just got married and my husband and I have decided to wait for a little while. In order to make that choice, we take precautions and have preventative measures in place. We are taking responsibility for our choice. I do my part and he does his. I honestly think that this is the big issue, woman don't want to take responsibility for their choices and want to get out of the consequences. You already have the freedom ladies, so it's time to step up to the responsibility it comes with. If you choose to not have kids then take responsibility of using birth control. If you are raped then choose to fight, choose to go to the police and do everything you can to put the rapist behind bars. It is your body, it is your choice, but it is also your responsibility, it's part of being an adult.
Now this brings me to another subject, a very touchy one, the subject of abortion. The two sides have come out Pro-life and Pro-choice(because Pro-death was just too obvious). I am a woman. I believe that women are every bit as great as men in regards to equality, but I do not agree with abortion. The declaration says that all men are created. We are all created, including those still in the process of being so and because they are, they are also given the right to Liberty, the pursuit of Happiness, and Life. I once saw a picture that had a woman with a sign about women's rights, a gay couple with a sign about gay marriage and underneath was a picture of a fetus with the words "You want the right of choice and you want the right of marriage. I just want the right to live." Just a Thought....
Sunday, October 7, 2012
The Hunger Games and America
A Rant:
"The Constitution is not an instrument for the government to restrain the people, it is an instrument for the people to restrain the government – lest it come to dominate our lives and interests." – Patrick Henry
"The Constitution is not an instrument for the government to restrain the people, it is an instrument for the people to restrain the government – lest it come to dominate our lives and interests." – Patrick Henry
*disclaimer: I do not own The Hunger Games. All thoughts are my own and are not affiliated with the author in anyway.
It might seem a little odd for you, dear reader, to read a quote about the Constitution and see a picture of The Hunger Games emblem. What do these even have in common? Let me share my thoughts with you.
I had never read the Hunger Games trilogy or seen the movie until a few weeks ago. I really had no interest in reading a novel about teenagers being forced to kill one another for the sport of others. I don't like dystopian genre novels, they usually end unhappily and I like a happy ending. I was pretty set on remaining off The Hunger Games bandwagon until my husband got sick and wanted to watch it. I agreed on the condition that we didn't watch it at night (to prevent bad dreams of course!). The movie was good and I was surprised to find that I liked it. Since the movie ends at the first book, I had to read the other two because I can't stand not knowing the end. I read Catching Fire and Mockingjay within a couple of days and these thoughts started entering my head.
The government of Panem has control over everything. I find it disturbing that the American government echos the imaginary Capitol. Socialized healthcare anyone? The government run school system? (I graduated in Elementary Ed.), the bailouts to banks and the auto industry? Even more disturbing and, an added twist in my HG thought-mongerings, laws coming out concerning what parents can and cannot do when it comes to their children. It seems like everyday I hear about more and more government run programs. I can see the appeal of the government taking care of everyone. It must be nice to have someone else give you food, shelter, money, a job, health care, education and a free iPhone, but government control of everything comes with a price. OUR FREEDOM!!!!! The founding fathers understood this principle so well, that it became the preamble to The Declaration of Independence:
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed, by their Creator, with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.
In fact, I think the whole Declaration is awesome so I'm going post it right here:
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed, by their Creator, with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.
That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles, and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness.
Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly all experience hath shewn, that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed. But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object, evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security.
These few paragraphs are so bold and full of important messages, that I think it would behoove us all to take them to heart.
Now I'm not saying that we're going to become an indulgent society who delights in violence and preys on the misfortune of others by taking their children and having them fight to the death for our amusement, that certainly seems far-fetched, but I am cautious and concerned about the slippery path our government has taken. A few words from Thomas Jefferson illustrate my thoughts perfectly:
"A wise and frugal Government, which shall restrain men from injuring one another, which shall leave them otherwise free to regulate their own pursuits of industry and improvement, and shall not take from the mouth of labor the bread it has earned. This is the sum of good government, and this is necessary to close the circlue of our felicities."
"All tyranny needs to gain a foothold is for people of good conscience to remain silent."
"When the people fear the government, there is tyranny. When the government fears the people, there is liberty."
I hope, with this election coming up, that the American people will remember the importance of these freedoms that others worked so hard to bring about in this country. Our Declaration is unique, our Constitution, also, unique. We are so blessed here, but I'm afraid we've forgotten that. It is time for us to remember and to reclaim those virtues and freedoms we are losing and preserve them for our future.
Just a thought....
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed, by their Creator, with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.
In fact, I think the whole Declaration is awesome so I'm going post it right here:
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed, by their Creator, with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.
That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles, and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness.
Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly all experience hath shewn, that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed. But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object, evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security.
These few paragraphs are so bold and full of important messages, that I think it would behoove us all to take them to heart.
Now I'm not saying that we're going to become an indulgent society who delights in violence and preys on the misfortune of others by taking their children and having them fight to the death for our amusement, that certainly seems far-fetched, but I am cautious and concerned about the slippery path our government has taken. A few words from Thomas Jefferson illustrate my thoughts perfectly:
"A wise and frugal Government, which shall restrain men from injuring one another, which shall leave them otherwise free to regulate their own pursuits of industry and improvement, and shall not take from the mouth of labor the bread it has earned. This is the sum of good government, and this is necessary to close the circlue of our felicities."
"All tyranny needs to gain a foothold is for people of good conscience to remain silent."
"When the people fear the government, there is tyranny. When the government fears the people, there is liberty."
I hope, with this election coming up, that the American people will remember the importance of these freedoms that others worked so hard to bring about in this country. Our Declaration is unique, our Constitution, also, unique. We are so blessed here, but I'm afraid we've forgotten that. It is time for us to remember and to reclaim those virtues and freedoms we are losing and preserve them for our future.
Just a thought....
Sunday, September 23, 2012
My View on America Part I
A Rant:
“America will never be destroyed from the outside. If we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroyed ourselves.” Abraham Lincoln
I feel that my view of America is a conflicting one. I love my country. I am proud of the heritage that we have, the diversity of the people, the great men and woman of the past and the freedoms that we enjoy. History has always been one of my favorite subjects and I consider so many of the persons studied in it to be my heroes. What has made America great are those people, their tenacity, work ethic, ingenuity and their personal faith. When I read about the lives and accomplishments of these individuals I am amazed with how they were able to have such a great affect for good upon this country. We truly have been blessed.
In recent years, however, I feel that America has allowed itself to forget its past and forfeit all the qualities that made it great. Our image has been tarnished. We were once lauded and looked up to by other nations, but now, we’re scorned and laughed at. I think that apathy has become the norm and people are consumed by their own selfish wants. Gone are the days where neighbor depended on neighbor, communities supported one another, and the nation was united in the face of calamity.
I believe that America could be great again, but it is up to the people. To do so, we need to look to those lessons from the past and use them to shape and define the future. If not, then we will end up doing exactly what Mr. Lincoln predicted and become the destroyers of ourselves.
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Favorite Book of ALL TIME!!!
Favorite Book of ALL TIME!!!!
A Rave:
This is my favorite book:
I have read this book so many times, I can't even tell you the number. I just LOVE the dynamic between Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth, how they come across as real people with relatable personalities. I've also seen the movie, all movies and the best one is the A & E, six hour version with Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle. I know that many people love the Keira Knightly version and that's just swell and all, but if you're wanting the true to the book version? Go with A & E. The story is beautifully played out and the acting is just phenomenal, all the characters really come alive. Laugh along with Elizabeth Bennet in her amusement of the people around her, cringe at the ridiculousness of Mr. Collins and his awkward personality, smile as Jane falls in love with Mr. Bingley, worry with the Bennet's during Lydia's folly and rejoice as Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy finally come together. You can keep your Edwards, Jacobs and even the new Christian Grey. I'll be sticking with my Mr. Darcy:)
LOVE:)
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Pin That A!@$%^e Thing!
A Rant:
I guess I really shouldn't be misleading. I'm not really ranting about Pinterest. I like Pinterest. I've found some really yummy recipes, cute hairstyles and fun makeup looks to try on the website. I've also found quotes that I've found inspiring and funny posts that make me chuckle. No, I don't have issues with Pinterest, I have issues with people thinking that swear words make a statement more humorous. Really? Sometimes I wonder if people who write those posts ever go back and read what they just wrote. This problem is all over Pinterest. Something that I would find funny is ruined because someone had to put the "F" word in it, 5 times. It's not funny, it's stupid. I personally feel like this degrades the intelligence of the writer or speaker. I love words and I think it's sad that many people choose to only use four letter words to express themselves. As I mentioned in a previous post, my love language is quality time. I was talking about the book with a friend of mine and he said, "You are quality time, quality conversation." I guess that's true. I enjoy a good conversation full of intelligence and wit. I would challenge people out there in blogger-land to try finding alternate means of swearing. If anything, you'll confuse the heck out of most people around you and that's only half the fun;) Just a thought...
I guess I really shouldn't be misleading. I'm not really ranting about Pinterest. I like Pinterest. I've found some really yummy recipes, cute hairstyles and fun makeup looks to try on the website. I've also found quotes that I've found inspiring and funny posts that make me chuckle. No, I don't have issues with Pinterest, I have issues with people thinking that swear words make a statement more humorous. Really? Sometimes I wonder if people who write those posts ever go back and read what they just wrote. This problem is all over Pinterest. Something that I would find funny is ruined because someone had to put the "F" word in it, 5 times. It's not funny, it's stupid. I personally feel like this degrades the intelligence of the writer or speaker. I love words and I think it's sad that many people choose to only use four letter words to express themselves. As I mentioned in a previous post, my love language is quality time. I was talking about the book with a friend of mine and he said, "You are quality time, quality conversation." I guess that's true. I enjoy a good conversation full of intelligence and wit. I would challenge people out there in blogger-land to try finding alternate means of swearing. If anything, you'll confuse the heck out of most people around you and that's only half the fun;) Just a thought...
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