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Recently, my faith and optimism in America and her greatness, her innate ability to rise above what nature and her enemies reign upon her was restored. Not by some vainglorious political speech ……….No, this humbling reminder came from friends…. Most of America would consider these men “rednecks,” or “good ole Florida boys.” Neither of them has ever had anything handed to him. They have worked, against the system that tries to destroy small businessmen, for everything they have, often being pummeled and bruised by the system along the way. I keep a 30 year old motor home on my buddy’s...

America is on the verge of something unprecedented in history: the peaceful, constitutional replacement of our country's entire political establishment. This is what lies behind the decisions of so many elected officials, at every level, to step aside rather than fight for reelection. And it explains how the Tea Party movement can exert so much political leverage without nominating its own candidates or even without formally choosing its own leaders. Most of the time, we Americans don't pay much attention to politics. We focus all of our energy on our jobs, our families, and our faith. We work hard, play...

Europe We Hardly Knew Ye By Norma Zager “The last time I saw Paris, her heart was warm and gay, I heard the laughter of her heart in every street café. The last time I saw Paris, her trees were dressed for spring, And lovers walked beneath those trees and birds found songs to sing...” Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein. The latest terrorist attempt on a Northwest Airlines plane bound for Detroit is the greatest example and warning to the world that a sleeping giant has awakened. We are all bursting with pride. Obviously, the terrorist had no idea what...

WASHINGTON, Aug. 24, 2007 – With traditional “American Spirit” at the heart of its mission, one California group is working to make a difference in the lives of wounded servicemembers and their families. Operation American Spirit, established through the nonprofit Fitness Challenge Foundation, provides for military members and their families who have suffered injuries as a result of combat. “Our mission is to help make a difference in the lives of soldiers and their families by providing support and funding in ways that teach them self-sufficiency including scholarships, job (placement) assistance, home modification and improved morale,” John Wordin, the...

This was in my inbox when I got back from the Walter Reed FReep. A friend of mine from Powhatan has located most of his family in Mississippi and sends out an urgent request for supplies. Things are so bad his parents are storing bodies in a refrigerated truck. The email below was written by his brother-in-law. His family is right in the middle of Biloxi Miss. He left yesterday at 5:00 AM from his home in Powhatan with 125 Gals of Gas, some food, water etc. Anyway he just called me and has located most of his family. His...

A nice Editorial Return To Index Post Reply Posted by: BooBoo - 9/25/2003 (6:11 p.m.) We rarely get a chance to see another country's editorial about the USA. Read this excerpt from a Romanian Newspaper. The article was written by Mr. Cornel Nistorescu and published under the title "C"ntarea Americii" meaning "Ode To America") on September 24, 2002 in the Romanian newspaper Evenimentulzilei ("The Daily Event" or "News of the Day"). ~An Ode to America~ Why are Americans so united? They would not resemble one another even if you painted them all one color! They speak all the languages of...

A vulnerable nation in grief acknowledges strength We awoke Saturday morning, a nation brought to its knees once again; a reminder of how short our journey, how vulnerable our steps and how needed our focus must be. True courage was seen in their eyes. Sacrifice to nation, family and self, doing that which was of importance. Gratitude must be given, for their passionate love of the skies will not die, but continue throughout generations. However, with this tragedy and that of September 11th, we now point to our vulnerabilities, that of being lulled into believing in false security. Today it...

<p>I wanted to give you one my favorite quotes: "Courage equals fear with prayer!"</p> <p>The reason I am coming home tomorrow is the direct result of many prayers from many different folks from all over this great country.</p> <p>I left Sept. 19 with tears and strong emotions inside. I knew as I kissed my wife goodbye at home, that I was leaving on an adventure to the unknown. I put on my uniform that day, looked into the mirror and turned to my wife and said, "I am scared and nervous." But with tears in her own eyes she whispered that I have the prayer of a grateful country behind me!</p>