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Narnia

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Cover of Heaven I hope to go see Narnia this weekend. When this comes out on DVD ( Chronicles of Narnia ) it makes the list. Some Popular items if you don't know what to get that special someone. 1. For the Tough Times by Max Lucado , Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers , and Heaven by Randy Alcorn 2. Spending Time with Jesus Christ (besides it is His birthday, well almost ;) actually it is sometime around September-Octoberish about the time of the Feast of Tabernacles . Christmas is actually a pagan holiday with a long ancient history.). 3. Personal Mini Desktop Water Dispenser . 4. Apple iPod . 5. A gift card from their favorite place to shop, eat (you get the picture). 6. Batteries (you'll need them for about anything). 7. Pedometer (Get yourself in shape after the holidays!) And remember it's more blessed to GIVE then to receive! A Merry Christmas to All & to all good cheer!

The Gift

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Image by Getty Images via Daylife 1 Corinthians 7:7 - For I would that all men were even as I myself. But every man hath his proper gift of God , one after this manner, and another after that. 1 Timothy 4:14 - Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy , with the laying on of the hands of the presbytery (body of ordained elders and ministers). Related articles by Zemanta Devotional - Doing Church As you Have Never Seen It Done Before (pastorpaulvbsblog.blogspot.com) Know and Walk in the Truth (codybateman.org) Devotional - The Essence of Christianity (pastorpaulvbsblog.blogspot.com) Weak (slacktivist.typepad.com) A caution light on "Bible vs. homosexuality" arguments (masbury.wordpress.com) Devotional - Be A Somebody Today (pastorpaulvbsblog.blogspot.com) Devotional - For The Common Good (pastorpaulvbsblog.blogspot.com) A Cracked.com Look at "Doomsday in 2012" Predictions (windsofchange.net) Devotional - As Easy As Breathing

They Spy on You & I...Just Look Behind the Bush

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Image by BL1961 via Flickr To start off the Christmas season at a nice pace, I'm sure the Congress is really concerned about the welfare of the United States and us Americans. It looks like spying is a new scheme they're playing on the deception front. This could be the month (2009) where the Illuminati will begin their EVIL agenda to usher in their One World Order. First to depopulate the earth and implement Codex Alimentarius . The only solution don't rely on the government for anything. Be self-sufficient and independent. Grow your garden with organic, heirloom seeds, clean water is a must, live off the land and most important, first and foremost, trust in the Lord Jesus Christ , talk to him daily on prayer, and read your Bible as well it will give you strength and wisdom to know what to do. All the Bush Administration wants for Christmas is Big Brother running amok, so they can wish everyone the Grinch who stole Christmas. BEWARE! They plan to take your mind t

Makin' a List and Checkin' it Twice

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Image via Wikipedia I'm listening to Christmas songs on KLOVE my favorite radio station . You can get a FREE bumper sticker . I love their quarterly devotional it has lots of wisdom and teaching. I said I wasn't going to do this, but it's only a short list: (OK, so I have a weakness for stuff. I love giving most of all.) THE LIST: one movie ticket to see The Chronicles of Narnia 1 leather bound journal Prismacolor Watercolor Pencils 12" round pizza pan (not just for pizza anymore) Lots of gifts and food to give to the poor my secret miracle (they happen every day!) Peace on Earth, Goodwill toward men (The way that Jesus wanted it) A good Christmas dinner (We're having English pot roast and gravy) Other than that I'm a happy camper! God Bless Us Everyone!

Snow Day!

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Image via Wikipedia No mo school, no mo work I'm off, happy as a lark When old man winter comes callin' On my way home I'll be crawlin' So grab your blanket and a warm mug while you're at it give someone a nice hug. OK, so I'm not Robert Frost ! Have a Happy One! Later! God Bless! Related articles by Zemanta Tuesday Poem (3quarksdaily.com) heaven and earth (bipolarsoupkitchen-stephany.blogspot.com) Space, youth and hope (bbc.co.uk) Green Diary Rescue & Open Thread: On the Fence (dailykos.com) Preview: Oak is Keeping @ Red Eyed Fly [Friday] (austinist.com)

Good Grief Charlie Brown What's All the Hub-Bub about Christmas?

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Image via Wikipedia Christmas time is here, again! Charlie Brown even knew the true meaning of the season. Let's all love one another like God done for us 2,000 years ago when he sent His only Son Jesus as the greatest gift of His eternal love. OK, so I like the occassional egg nog , the beautiful nativity scenes (my sister's church has a live drive-thru nativity every year)and giving (It more blessed to give than to receive- Isaiah 58:7-8 ; Proverbs 19:17 ). This season let's remember those who are less fortunate. Not just on this holiday but everyday. God Bless Us Everyone! Related articles by Zemanta Film Gecko Five: Easter and Passover Movies for Kids! (filmgecko.com) Liberty versus Love (chasingthewind.net) Charlie Brown Pics (alwaysbcmom.com) DVD Review: Snoopy's Reunion (writer.fitzhome.com) Driving Test (neenaw.co.uk) Wes Anderson's influences (kottke.org)

Happy Thanksgiving!!

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Image by The Voice of Eye via Flickr I'm off to visit family and count my many blessings ! See ya soon. God Bless us everyone! Prayers for: people of Katrina and other Hurricane survivors Israel U.S. Troops in Iraq and other places The Vets Homeless The Lost Those in Hospitals & Prisons Christians who are persecuted in other parts of the world The list is endless! Everything is possible with God, in Jesus name. Amen.

My Church

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Image via Wikipedia My church website is up and running. The Lord has really blessed us many times over it's been countless. Jesus is the gift who keeps on giving. In a few days it will be Thanksgiving . We have alot to be thankful for. Yeah I know the real Thanksgiving, but it doesn't hurt to give thanks to the one who gave His life for mankind. No, the pilgrims didn't show their true gratitude towards the Indians . If it weren't for the Indians there would be an America today. It would still probably a peaceful hunting ground and still not have God in it. May we all realize that God loves all races and cultures and come to the knowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord and can save all if they come to Him and make Him Lord of their life. Blessed is the Nation whose God is the Lord. America needs Jesus. We would less to no problems if we lean on Him and make Him King. It will have a take drastic measures for that to happen and for people to believe that Jesus is real and

Research...Research....Write...Write...My Mission

I've been away for a while. I needed to catch up on some stuff. I've been so involved in my class project lately. It a report I'm researching on the Tay-Sachs disease. The NTSAD has been a great help in my research efforts. I've been changed by this because it affects children from the time of birth. It's a genetic condition that attacks the gene structure. What's sad there is no cure, only prevention. Children that are affected with the disease live only to about 4-to-5 years of age. So little time, not given a chance to live life. Learning alot from these children tells me cherish each and every moment of everyday like these dear little children and their families because you never know when it will end. I was so moved by a father journey with his daughter, Rachaeli it touched my heart forever. There's a hope that someday there will be an answer to sickness and death. That will one day be a place much different from this place. If you trust that there i

Just a Note-Flu Season Ease

Just to let you know that maybe have been some confusion and little education about the threat of an avian influenza outbreak. Not to worry according to medical resources it's not as bad as the media let's it out to be. And I think President Bush's announcement a while back said he would declare marshall law in the U.S. if such would happen. That's just alot of bunk to try and get us all uppity. Be sure to bulk up on your Vitamin C, better yet Ester-C . Besides haven't we been there done, done that already. Sometimes it's always good to get out the mask . And always wash those hands after every visit ;). Stay well!

Yule Tiding Again

Thanksgiving will soon be here. If some of you wonder why we celebrate turkey day there is an historical account in 1676 of how thanksgiving happened. Pretty soon Christmas will follow. And you know what that means? Time to SHOP! I hope that others who oppose of Christmas, you don't know what you're missing. Remember the greatest gift of all who made it all possible. Miracles still happen. Even when those want to forget, there are still some of us have the light of Jesus in our hearts. Behind all the decorations, the wrapped gifts and the rush is the one gift that was given to all of us. The one that was hung on a tree 2,000 years ago. As you sit down to your holiday dinner table give thanks for all the blessings that God has given. That the true meaning of Christmas lives with us all through the year. God Bless Us Everyone!

Bridge Day Weekend

I'm BACCKKKKKK!!! Bridge Day was Saturday October 15. An annual event at New River Gorge Bridge in Fayette Co., WV. That's where a lot of nutty people from all over come and jump over the highest bridge in the U.S. The following week I did my clinical training in the medical office. I had a great time. Boy, those drug reps really know how to butter up the doctor. I think I gained 5 lbs. easy. It's the first nine weeks and I got my grade for the quarter. I got the highest G.P.A. in the class. I've been wanting for months to remove a pile of roofing shingles from my backyard. I finally got my prayer answered. A clean-up crew come out and cleaned up with a garbage truck. I also got another pray answered! I got on a pay roll so I don't have to worry about where my next meal is coming from. The Lord does work in mysterious ways. Don't He? Walk in His Love.... Later!

Monthly Prayer List

PRAYER LIST for October Pray for President Bush. Pray that God will give him wisdom in the choices he makes, and the advisors to whom he listens. Pray for our members of Congress, Supreme Court justices, and state and local officials. (I Timothy 2:1-2) Pray for the residents of the Gulf Coast that have been so devastated by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Many have lost loved ones, homes, jobs, everything. (Pray also for the people in South Eastern Asia who have lost loved ones, home and thier means of living. Pray that they come to know the love and peace of Jesus Christ. (II Corinthians 8:14) Pray for those families that have been evicted from their homes in the Bible Land. Pray that God will ease the hurt of being uprooted. (Isaiah 65:19) Pray for the families of those killed in Iraq and Afghanistan this week. Pray that the Holy Spirit will comfort them, and give supernatural peace. (Philippians 4:7) Pray for the safety of our troops in Iraq, Afghanistan, and around the world. Pray tha

A Humble Part of Me.

When I first start this blog I had a tough time on what I was going to blog about. There were quite a few things that I'd liked to have talked about. Things are were close to me and others that always been a part of me. Then I thought like most of us have a kind of journey we travel while we're here in this life. I call mine a redemption journey because I hope that in the end that I will be truly redeemed from the state of this mortal life to a life that was meant to be. Most of all of the redemption that Jesus' sacrifice finished 2,000 years ago. I was reading Rachel Scott 's website today. What she lived in the short 17 years of her life had touched millions of people than what another person could do in their lifetime. I keep journals of my works, but Rachel's has to be the most inspiring memorial of compassion. At times I think of Rachel and Columbine. I think that she's in a better place now. And a day that when it rains I think of Rachel's Tears falli

Be of Good Cheer

Sorry I missed you Friday, but the fire alarm rang and I had to leave in a hurry. It's a monthly practice. I wonder if we'll ever be ready for the real thing? Seems like we are never really prepared for anything. When it does happen it's not what you expect. One thing to do in an emergency is to always remain calm. I am brought to remember the words of Jesus when He said,"These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world." (John 16:33). It's raining here and I've come down with a cold. I'm feeling better now. After a few cups of chamomile tea I'm doing fine. The weather is warm and the leaves on the trees are changing color. Over the weekend the big earthquake hit Pakistan, India and parts of Afghanistan. They're still counting the lost (28,000). I'll be going to clinical training next week so I'll be away from class. I maybe wor

The Cable Guy

Larry has a different way of saying what he wants to say when he says it. His momma was an Elvis Impersonator and looked a little like "Ralph the Carpenter" on Green Acres? :? He you're friendly GIT-R-DONE comment"tater" by quote an grew up in a Christian home, loves the U.S.A., Miss September and making odd (clearing throat) commodities from Playdough. He plans to run for President and with what we got in the White House already, well, it just makes me nervous. As Larry puts it they talk the talk, but walkin' the walk it's like trip and stumble like Ray Charles in a pumpkin patch.

The Road We Choose

There's sometime in our life we have to make decisions. Think about it. There are those we make what we will eat, wear, places to go, job hunting, etc. But did you ever think of the most important is the one we make when we will leave this world when we die. The decision will be the one of how we will spend the rest of our lives in eternity. What road will you choose? It will be one of the important and critical decision that you'll ever make in your life.

Zoning Churches

As much of our nation drifts further and further from its religious heritage, one of the side effects has been the increasing opposition to churches seeking to build new facilities or increase the size of the one that they already occupy. In recent years, opponents of churches have had some success in shifting the opinions of government decision makers from viewing a church as beneficial to communities to viewing them as a “drain” on city treasuries since they occupy land that could be used to produce tax revenue for government coffers. In fact, current Supreme Court precedent offers pornography outlets more protection with government zoning decisions than most churches have! T.C. (redemptionsong): Well, speaking as for my church we give our hard earned money in tithes and offerings plus what we do for the community than what the U.S. government would do. What they don't remember in the heyday of the churches in the old days there were large numbers of people who attended service

My Prayer List

My prayer list is ever moving. Whatever is lead by the Holy Spirit. Currently: Pray that the leaders in Washington, D.C. make wise decisions in the U.S. government for the welfare of the American people. Pray for the residents of the Gulf Coast (Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama)that have been so devastated by Hurricane Katrina. Many have lost loved ones, homes, jobs, everything. Pray for those in the path of Hurricane Rita. (II Corinthians 8:14) Pray for the families of those killed in Iraq and Afghanistan this week. Pray that the Holy Spirit will comfort them, and give supernatural peace. (Philippians 4:7) Pray for the safety of our troops in Iraq, Afghanistan, and around the world. Pray that God will protect and guide them daily. (Psalm 5:11) Pray for the peace of Jerusalem according to Psalm 122:6. Pray for revival worldwide according to II Chronicles 7:14. (I Thessalonians 5:17) Pray for the victims of anti-Semitism worldwide who have been touched by the hatred of bigotry. Pr

Operation Eden

This is one man's personal chronicle about the aftermath of Katrina.

Be it Far from the Truth

Art does imitate life. Incredible !

Life in the Boonies so Far

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So far as of today, I've been going to school for the pass 2-months at Carver Career Center in the Medical Transcription program. The instructor tells us we're being trained as editors in the medical field of health information management. Hopefully, I can use this advantage for my writing career. I would like being an editor. I hope to be working soon. I need the money for gas to get to school and buy food, vitamins and other needed commodities. Seems most of my money goes to gas and soymilk , one to fuel my car and one to fuel me and those neurons. My routine each day begins at 6:00 AM. I say a prayer and read some from my Bible before starting the day. You know it does help when you're going to take a test on that day. It's been proven. Praise the Lord! It's Fall and the trees are beginning to turn their vibrant colors here in West Virginia. My Uncle Johnny who use to come here in the Fall time from Florida just to see the foliage. I've also been involve in

The Passion at Paradise Island

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Image via Wikipedia A friend told me about this place called the Passion Trail at Paradise Island, West Virginia . Yes, it's an island near the Guyandotte River in Logan County (in Hatfield & McCoy country). Each year many people attend this attraction 4 times a year (Easter, Memorial Day , Labor Day and Christmas) to journey on the passion trail of the life of Jesus Christ . If you want something very different I suggest this wonderful experience. While you're there visit the Almost Heaven Gift Shop and 7th Heaven Snack Shop . To get directions to Paradise Island visit the website for more information. I love to camp out and they have accommodations for the happy camper. Check with the website for availability. Related articles by Zemanta Modern Day Hatfield-McCoy: Google Health and Microsoft HealthVault (healthcarebloglaw.blogspot.com) Americans eat 818 hot dogs per second (timesunion.com) Richard Metzger interviews Julien Nitzberg about his documentary film, "

Let's not Jump to Anything

Well, I should have known that is was a bad rumor going around about the gas hike in the state of West Virginia. Although it may just happen. The oil mongols and the media are playing around with the issue and they have agendas. Can we beat the system, or be sitting ducks? It won't always last forever (the oil that is). I'll have my bicycle handy. Speaking of bikes this guy take his sport to heart. The 9-11 USA Cyclist, Don Boehly plans on cross country starting on 9-11 and ends 9-11-2006 in New York City. So far to Date: Grand Total 11,505 Miles to Huntington, West Virginia in 29 States. Do I sense bicycle sales going up in the next month or so?

The Gas Miser is Back!

Ok, here it is folks! As of 12 noon EST in Charleston, WV gas went an all time HIGH. Can we consider ourselves lucky than some countries. The Netherlands are paying close to $7.00 ($6.48 per gallon). Or let's all move to Venezuela . There they only pay $0.12 a gallon. Better yet why don't we all go on strike and hitch up our team of horses that will show the big wigs we mean business. It's in poor taste that the big oil companies would do this in the event of a national disaster. Oh, well it's time we look at alternatives like the methane burning engine. Either way we're all in the big stink!

A Letter to Jesus Christ

Dear Jesus, I've been wanting to write this letter to you in relation to everything that has happened in the past 10 years. The world has changed so much since I was born. It a wonder that I've turned out O.K. and then some. I think where most of the changes began after the time when Israel became a state on May 14, 1948 . After 10 years, I was born. Not very long afterward in the year 1962 the Supreme Court ruled that prayer to be removed from public schools. This was a time before I ever started school. I didn't have a chance to speak on my rights to say prayer. I do remember saying the pledge of allegiance one last time in my second year of grade school. I was really uncertain about my life would take a turn in the later years. Don't let anyone tell you that America and live without the God of Abraham, Issac and Jacob. Ever since the changing of the U.S. Constitution and the call for removing any references to God's law and not obeying it we've ever since be

Lookin' Out for a Hero

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Did I tell ya I was a Snoopy fan? Mister Rogers was my mentor. You are missed. But, the one who will always be first and foremost is Jesus Christ , my LORD and Savior. Related articles STF Public Access 4/8/11 - Mister Rogers (zekeisawesome.wordpress.com) Hey Good Lookin' (hopeseguin2011.wordpress.com) Lookin' the Wrong Way (21stcenturywineskins.com) LIVESTRONG Sporting Park Is Lookin' Sharp (wvhooligan.com) Things I learned from Mister Rogers (ragrobyn.wordpress.com) Worshippin', Worshippin', Yeah! Sadie B Parodies Rebecca Black With "Sunday" (thehollywoodgossip.com) what ya lookin at? (jalapenosandchocolate.com) It's a bird! It's a plane! It's our little Mabes in the newest Won Hundred top! (lifecurated.wordpress.com)

As of Today, So Far

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So far I've been passing my exams for my M.I.S. class. Medical Terminology is a breeze. When I go to the computer to do my typing test I go to the internet instead. I'm a blog hound and love to write. There's a challenging place where you can brush up on your typing skills. It's called learn2type.com . Hopefully I can boost my typing speed up before I leave the class. So far I'm at 52 gw.p.m. to the 60 gw.p.m., I need to have before I leave the class. I have to discipline myself more about priority stuff. I've always been fascinated by the Shroud of Turin and have been trying to find some good photos. For some of you who don't know what it is, it's believed to be the burial shroud of Jesus Christ and according to scientists some heat source had imprint the image on the cloth. Possibly the divine power of the Almighty God to raise Jesus from the dead. Is this what Jesus looks like? It's just one of the greatest mysteries to exist. In other words He do

Hurricane Katrina Risky Business

My concern after the U.S. government evacuated the survivors of Hurricane Katrina to other states, is that they didn't think of the consequences that will follow. There is risk of the spread of disease, particularly West Nile Virus and even chlorea. Maybe they should take more precaution as to quarantine. It's just a thought and a safe one. If anyone would like to donate in helping out survivors of Hurricane Katrina go to the Red Cross , Salvation Army or Feed the Children . If you like to volunteer go to Volunteer Match for more information.

A Scottish Adventure

A Scottish Adventure Love that bagpipe music and the fish and chippies! Any of you Scotsmen join me for a tea latte?

The Big Easy is Hit Hard

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Nowadays it seems like it never ends with all the devastating storm. During the summer months we were hit with the news of the big tsunami tragedy in S. E. Asia. Now it's hit home in the states namely, Louisiana ( New Orleans ), Mississippi and Alabama. I'm sure in months time we will feel the re-precussion of all this. These people are in my prayers. I got relatives who live in Mississippi. WE here at home hope to hear from them soon. I think God is trying to tell us something. Jesus said that before His return for His church he warned of things that would happen on the earth. He mentioned it in the Olivet Discourse in Matthew 24 about the birth pangs which all of this would be more frequent and with more intensity. There will be also signs in the Heavens recorded in Luke 21: 25-26 . But don't give up hope. Just look up your redemption draws near .

It's Here Finally! I'm I Excited or What?

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I'm talking Narnia here. The classic novels of the Chronicles of Narnia by C. S. Lewis will hit the big screen in December 2005. I can't wait! And on another note I'm back from a week off from classes.

Tribute to Billy Graham

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Billy Graham hadn't had a crusade in New York City since 1957. Now it seems strange that his career of evangelizing the world ended there July 2005 at Flushing Meadows Park. As Billy steps down his son, Franklin will keep the NWO agenda going. By the end of the three-day Crusade nearly 9,000 people had confessed Christ as Savior and Lord. If this is his last crusade in the U.S., this is a relief from the dark side of this man. The BGEA  has been a front for the Roman Catholic church and the Rothschilds Dynasty. Graham has hobnobbed with the elite of the high es-halon from the US Presidents and 33-degree freemason Dwight D. Eisenhower, the Pope and Hollywood celebrities who are Satanists. Graham was their MK-Ultra poster boy to continue in their agenda to deceive the masses and the church to follow the Antichrist. UPDATE: January 2018, Billy Graham died at the age of 99. Many prophecies surrounded his death that it would be the end of the world.

You Got IZZE?

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The number one top cool drink during the long hot summer of 2005. Followed by: 2. Pomegranate Juice by POM Wonderful 3. Vitamin Water by Glaceau 4. Organic Valley Reduced Fat Milk 5. Silk Soymilk Stay cool and remember to use that sunscreen.

What if you got an invitation from Jesus Christ?

This is one of the best book. It's about a man who accepts an invitation to dinner at an Italian restaurant by a perfect stranger who happens to be Jesus Christ. You got to read the rest to see how it turns out. It will change your life. While we're on the subject what would you talk about if He invited you to dinner?

You Go Girl!

Since the publication of the "Da Vinci Code" book there's has been alot of controversy about this fiction in regards to what is separated from fact and fiction. If any of you haven't read about it by now.It's been a menace to Christianity. So, that it has caused confusion to so many people of the authenticity of the life of Jesus Christ. Now the book is going to be made into a movie. If it's not enough to drive even further what's so sacred into the dirt. Protestors have confronted Tom Hanks to the point they're not going to take it anymore. Hanks faces protest over 'The Da Vinci Code' IANS LOS ANGELES: Tom Hanks faced protestors, including nuns, as he began filming for the movie adaptation of Dan Brown's best-selling novel "The Da Vinci Code" in Britain.The demonstration took place on Monday outside Lincoln Cathedral - which is doubling for London's Westminster Abbey - where religious leaders only agreed to allow filming afte

Words from the Wise

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If we don't remember history we are doomed to repeat it. Oh, please not again! Why aren't we listening? "Should any political party attempt to abolish Social Security, unemployment insurance, and eliminate labor laws and farm programs, you would not hear of that party again in our political history. There is a tiny splinter group, of course, that believes you can do these things. Among them are . . . a few Texas oil millionaries (is this sounding a little too familiar?) and an occasional politician or businessman from other areas (This scream Enron doesn't it?). Their number is negligible and they are stupid."- Republican President Dwight Eisenhower, letter to his brother, Edgar, Nov. 8, 1954 With that said, I still wonder why Bush has led people to believe He speaks for everyone. I'm an American and a Christian and as far as I'm concerned Bush and the corrupt government is not. It bothers me that he thinks that Israel should be divide. It's amazing t

Vacation Bible School Week

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I went to my regular Wednesday bible study. It was rather engaging. We were studying John the 11th chapter. This is about the Raising of Lazarus and the Resurrection. I get excited and I love discussion about Jesus Christ. He's the only person in history to have ever come back from the dead. During the discussion, the believers of that day like Mary and Martha had a strong faith and trust that Jesus was the promised Messiah. In the last day, Jesus will return and take his church away. This is called the Rapture, or caught away. Not convinced? Well, let me tell you a story. A University professor challanged his students with this question. "Did God create everything that exists?" A student bravely replied, "Yes he did!" "God created everything?" The professor asked. "Yes sir", the student replied. The professor answered, "If God created everything, then God created evil, since evil, exists, and according to the principal that our works de

What's Cookin'?

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I'm more of a loner in life, but it's nice to make new friends. To get people to love you is show them that you love them by baking them some cookies and sharing them. That's a conversation starter, especially the one's with a special secret ingredient. They're called Friendship Cookies and they're a cinch to make. All you need is: 1 stick of butter, softened (no substitutes) 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 Domino organic sugar powdered sugar (confectioner's sugar) 1-1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1 pinch of love Cream butter and sugar together until smooth and fluffy. Add flour and salt, blending to make a smooth dough. Carefully fold in 1 pinch of love. Press dough into ungreased 8" pie pan. Bake 15-20 minutes at 350 degrees, or until lightly browned. Remove from oven and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Cut into wedges while warm. Yield: 8 large or 18 small wedges. Wrap them in a nice basket and offer some to your friends. Try one for yourself, too.

The Conference

I've been going to school for about a week now. I'm still developing a new website with the help of a company, www.StoresOnline.com that helps people to build a career on the internet. I had no money for the training but the speaker, Doug Thompson an ex-Hollywood stuntman helped me out. I'm on my way to building my career in stock illustration and I may consider another website if this does fairly well. I'm excited! I'm looking forward to next Saturday.

First Week of School and Some Other Cool Stuff

This week I started back to school at Carver Career and Tech Center. I'm training as a Medical Information Specialist and have joined the AAMT ( www.aamt.org ). I've found a really cool illustration site, www.illustrationfriday.com . My artwork is on the sidelines for the moment until I finish classes. I live and breathe art. It's part of my life. My recent project in progress is imagery of the Bible and Christ. I'll keep you updated on the progress and how it's coming along.

Magic Pill Big Business, Big Deal

It's been a big headache for me in finding a "magic pill" that really work to keep you healthy. Thanks to the FDA it's even harder. I came upon www.greatestvitamintheworld.com , see for yourself about his claims that if you tell at least 20 other people you get $1000.00. Is it for real?

The Ten Commandments and Our American Law

I just got through reading a very eye-opening and informative book called "The American Prophecies" by Michael Evans ( www.jerusalemprayerteam.org ). Basically it says if America doesn't stand with Israel in their time of need we are cursed as a nation. President Bush said a recent speech he wanted to divide Israel to appease the enemies of Israel (the Arabs). If President Bush gets his way he will plunge America into utter chaos. When you mess with God you're asking for it. We're already in trouble with groups wanting to destroy our freedoms. Some of them being the ACLU, Freedom from Religion Foundation and other who filed lawsuits to remove public displays of the Ten Commandments from various federal, state and local government buildings. These groups cite the "separation of of church and state" to justify their efforts to eliminate these displays on public property. www.Wallbuilders.com provides lots of proved data gathered over time in the effort to

Parable of the Fig Tree

Thursday, July 14, 2005 This is my first entry. I live in Charleston, West Virginia. According to statistics we have lost the most in population than any other state. One main reason due to unemployment. Officials here are planning to bring jobs into the area. Just how they have a job on their hands (no pun intended). My life is surrounded by certain events from the time I was born to the present. I was born ten years after Israel became a nation in May 1948. The fig tree was just beginning to bloom. I'm referring to the parable spoken by Jesus Christ in Matthew 24. From the time Israel came into existence, America has gone through changes and one of them is a decline in our culture. In our century alone most biblical prophecy has been fulfilled. The trouble with us now we tend to ignore the consequences. So far, in my lifetime in 1962 the Supreme Court had ordered prayer out of our schools. Our faith is still under fire. California lawyer Michael Newdow sued the U.S. Congress that