My baby boy

And even though you know he is capable and able to do the greatest things, you still see him as that cute little kid that made you laugh so hard it made tears roll down your face. That bundle of joy that would happily entertain you by singing songs learned at daycare and later proudly wear badges earned in boy scouts. And that same boy that made you close your eyes to keep from watching something so dangerous (like climbing on things meant to be climbed). That dangerous playground that he so enjoyed and it was all you could do not to sweep him up pre-boo-boo because you could not watch without worry. Maybe he would be hurt. And so, you closed your eyes (not the one in the back of your head ~ that is not even a possibility and yes kids those eyes are well focused and are just as capable to watch grandchildren too) and over time we both grew stronger, more confident and well just reckless in my mind but how would I know? I raised him with my eyes closed. 

Love you Sean E Baby!  💖

Trickle Down Economics

I am so excited I believe I have this figured out!

This trickle down "economic policy" or you could just call it a donation invocation is really only beneficial to the 1% and the politicians sponsored by same.

So I think what happens is, the politician manipulates the whatever it is that will benefit the 1% who then has even more money and can then afford to buy even more politicians. As each politician is reined on (trickled down on) or sponsored they then only represent their major contributors. The 1 per centers who are so thankful they repeat the cycle and all the while the politician pretends to be on "our" side and tells us tall tales so that we will fight the whatever evil it is by giving a donation because:

     A) We want our country back
     B) Obama Care
     C) Muslims
     D) Social Security
     E) Class War
     E) War on Women
     F) War on Christmas
     G) War
     F) Pro Birth - Anti Choice
     G) Benghazi
     H) Your button pusher here

You are then outraged, enraged and engaged just enough to send money but not necessarily enough to get the facts or vote.

Only the strong survive

The rain reminds me that strength is often perceived as weakness. Looking out my back window during a fairly heavy rain I was noticing the crepe myrtle in full bloom and the purple fountain grass were bending quite a bit. As the rain fell I realized that the ability of the fountain grass and crepe myrtle to bend could be perceived as weakness.

Just looking on the surface, it could be said that neither was strong enough in the rain when actually, the strength was in bending and cooperating and in interacting appropriately with the current circumstance. They both would have damaged themselves with the added weight and in order to survive and prosper, neither remained upright or steadfast. The soil needed the rain and the plant to keep it stable and prevent it from washing away. The plants need soil, sun and rain for nourishment. The clouds need the sun and had to have a release in the form of rain. If nature instinctively knows to cooperate for the good of all, why can't we?

I keep hearing the president is weak but I believe if you say that with any seriousness we should also agree that America is weak by choice. Weak because we are so polarized and politicians are like deer caught in the headlights. Politicians afraid they will step off of the "perceived safety" of doing nothing. Afraid to step up or out for what a majority of people want. Taking only the time to blame the other side for the condition we as a nation are in. Not only is this a disservice to we the people it is also counter to making any hard decisions that they were elected to do in representation of the majority. Do you really expect other nations to follow in the American system of government when we are at a stalemate and have defiantly stood our ground or denied any progress time and time again?

(From http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/article/united-states-government)

Many terms describe the United States government. First of all, it is a democracy. This means the people rule. It is also a representative government. The people elect leaders who will represent their viewpoint when making government decisions. It is also a republic. This means that the chief of state (the president) is elected by the people. This is unlike a monarchy, where the throne is inherited through a family dynasty. The United States government is also a constitutional government. It operates according to a set of laws and principles that are outlined in a constitution. And finally, it is an example of the federal system of government. This means that the national government shares responsibilities with the state and municipal governments.

 

We are our worst enemy. When will we learn that yes, yes we do need protective legislation? Tex-ting and driving have broken many hearts and torn families apart. Our Texas governor believes that we should be allowed to do both if we choose but he does not approve of woman having equal pay for equal work, the right to choose a legal abortion or a method of birth control. How is it you want birth control methods to be an employer choice and not a woman's choice?  When will we have a real discussion about "corporations are people" or why workers should not have sick pay, or how about a living wage? What have we done about Sandy Hook? How do we feel about an eight year old with an Uzi?

Someone should represent me not resent me. Next election I will identify and vote for that person not the letter by their name because it is obvious we have only grid lock in office. The stalemate has to end.

Labor of love

We went to the Oklahoma City National Memorial Museum and I think that is why I wrote this today. Sometimes it helps to write it down and love out loud. Please visit if you get a chance.

Love is Kind

Love is kind, love is round
Love is a circle, love knows no bounds
Love is born but it never dies
Love lives on, the smile in your eyes

Kindness. Love. It isn't hard.
Life and death. Both take part.

Love is a whisper
Love is a roar
Love cries out
Tears may pour

But love is love and ever will be
Love kept alive in you and me.

This was such a labor of love. Well done Oklahoma. Well done.

This bit of light divine, I'm going to notice shine

Here's the good news love story.

Friday night is date night for 1203, me and our BFF couple but tonight we were just us two. So I picked where we would go for dinner and we went for fish. We found ourselves a table and began to enjoy our choices. Soon an elderly couple made their way to a table in my direct eye sight. I watched as they quietly arranged their dishes, held hands and gave thanks for their food. I was just filled with joy to witness this quiet, unassuming couple. They were so soft spoken I never heard a spoken word from either. I was in fact so inextricably drawn to them I told 1203 that they were shiny people and they had a loving aura and I just felt compelled, no, I had to bless them in some way for shining the love light of hope and faith to let them know I noticed their love of God and for one another. I asked 1203 if they had gift cards there and go, please, ask. Praise God they did or I would have had to hug them or something I just know it! So 1203 gets up and after a bit he comes back to the table and says "I did my part, now it is your turn". I was so emotional speaking to our waiter I know I didn't give the best directions that he should take the gift card and give it to them and let them know how I was imprinted in just the short time they had been seated. He didn't go directly to their table so as not to blow our cover but as I glanced back at this incredible couple I could see the lady glow even brighter and after the waiter left, this gracious couple held hands again in prayer. God is good and those that practice God's word by living it are some incredible folks. I hope you keep your heart open and watch for good people doing good work and when you are able do good work of your own. Do not hesitate to let them know they should continue on the path they are walking. 

We walk in the light of God's word; therefore, we are lights to the world.

Jesus tells us that we are light of the world, like a city on a hill that can't be hidden. Therefore He commands us to let our lights "shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven" (Matt. 5:14-16)

Facebook Feeding Frenzy

Thinking we might turn out the lights on H8tebook I mean Facebook. Finally today I was able to log back into this, my blog page so I'm good to go. Some much needed "therapeutic blogging" will ensue I am certain. Will have to see about 1203.

~ Much needed therapeutic rants follow * Glove up * This could get messy ~

Facebook is more and more like the angry driver on the freeway. The problem friends, family, former co-workers and classmates, if you pick your nose and hold it out for all to enjoy, I can see that and the next time you drive by and throw political word salad out the window or blow your horn at an unemployed homeless possibly even a veteran it gets back around to me too. I am confused by the Christian memes you like and share and all the while I see your posts belittling the very people that God has also forgiven and died for. Really, you are for cutting food stamps, against health care, unemployment benefits, minimum wage increases, all things Obama? Don't get me wrong, I am not blameless! I feel like when I say nothing it is just as much my seal of approval and I disagree with so many postings that I feel isolated. There's enough hate in the world so I really don't want to see your road rage in whatever form and it doesn't matter how expensive or what brand of car you drive. F8cebook is just another venue to invite people to the party. Sure at first there is some decorum and politeness. Vacation photos or birthday wishes but once the drinks are served it's who do we trash today day and I don't need to check the facts. Facts are for school kids and non voters if they don't belong to a union or if they wear their hair different or never shave their face. So, yea, we don't like them because they are not the same as me, us. Differences are to be feared and hated not shared as a blessing. Amen? Hell no! What God are you serving?

So yes, giving some serious thought to cancelling our Facebook account. We get disheartened seeing our family, friends and others who continually fan the flames and spread the lies so casually and proudly too it seems. So many fires and yet so few willing to stomp out the flames. Hate, political ideology, religion, and all day every day is a long barrage of reasons why we won't vote for, shop at, contribute to, uphold or support ___ anymore. War on this and war on that. And it goes without saying, the ever popular ObamaCare and of course Obama, FLOTUS, nutrition.

Speaking of nutrition, remember the Chick-Fil-A eat a chicken sandwich free speech for Chick-Fil-A day so we can prove to gays and lesbians that we as Americans  Christians  citizens faith based biased judgemental people disapprove of their kind of l o v e and how we should be able to deny them chicken sandwiches on demand if they come to our restaurant expecting to be fed by anything other than our founders religious beliefs? Free speech for all that eat of the chicken. The unclean chicken but hey, no one but Jews have to go by that law. We are so blessed and forgiven we can make even more laws. The owners family is so strong in their religious belief they are closed on Sunday so all of the religions can go to their Baptist church on the same day as they do and ALL will know only straight people and restaurants that discriminate against non straight people are allowed to love. Hell, this is the mis-read, mostly white and you America! You can't just love anybody. Especially a body of the same sex! No, you will go to hell and we love you so much we just can't let you have that type of relationship. We can pray away your gay and then you can still get married.

So I have a gay brother, gay brother-in-law, gay Facebook friends, a lesbian cousin and boss. My being on Facebook has allowed me to see your driving habits and in so doing, opened a window to your soul that says many of you are willing to go along with the hate as it is delivered or that you think if I were Christian enough I would also hate. Hate my brother, brother-in-law, friends, cousin and boss.

Why does their difference enrage you? How does more love in the world make it a worse place to live and grow? How does this damage your faith, marriage or family? During this Chick-Fil-A day some family members and church friends made some comments and posted pictures of their "I H8TE GAYS" trophy sandwich, and not only was I embarrassed and hurt for them and their family and friends, but also for you. That broke my heart because when you hold it out for all to enjoy, I can see that and I wonder how is it you have no compassion for your son, brother, uncle, sister, aunt, friend.

Me and my family . . .

So, no, I will not post hateful homophobic doesn't help a soul accomplish anything posts or like your self absorbed judgemental meme to try to be less isolated. What you do is between you and whatever God, spirit or consciousness that draws you to do good for goods sake. Even if you drive in the dark that entity that you hold yourself up to ~ Your "GOD" sees what you do so buckle up and keep your eyes heart and mind open.

Drive friendly and let's put the brakes on h8te!