Government Motors

GM, rolling out the new models.

Choices

Some folks think that a Loving God would have no such place as Hell. I wonder at this, why? because we HAVE a loving God, so loving, in fact, that he gave us free will. we are free to make our own choices, If we had NO choice, could their be any such thing as free will? (or Love, for that matter) and because we HAVE choices, could one choice be bad, and one good? and because we have multitudes of men and angels, could not some choose good and some choose evil?
We have a choice, and I thank God for it, Because without choice, could their be any such thing as Love? Love is the greatest choice of all. One does not HAVE to love, one CHOOSES TO. Thank God he CHOSE to love us.

But then, much as I hate to bring this up, If you have some children who choose to be Loving and caring and some who choose to be hateful and mean, does their not come a time to separate the two groups? much as you'd dislike to, If you have one kid harming the other what do you do?

Some folks live in a mean, hateful world, and sadly, It's because they want to. some folks live in a kind and loving world, and that's because THEY want to.
some will choose to accept Christ's open invitation, some will choose not to. do you think God should FORCE those unwilling, to love him?...no? well then, Hell is prepared for those who choose it. right?

Freedom, Love it or lose it

Which will you choose?

Blogger friends, I've been kind of busy, but I have been reading you and really appreciate you. I hope to start posting again soon.

Busy!

Sorry for the lack of posts, no, I didn't fall off the planet, I'm busy starting a new business and it's been taking all of my time, should calm down a bit in a few months and maybe I'll have time to at least stop by your blogs once and a while.

Code Pink, where are you?

Why arn't all the pinko's protesting Mayor Ritchie Daly? calling HIM a warmongering evil, do-nothing Chicago top executive, it is, after all governments fault, right?

Nearly 125 Shot Dead In Chicago Over Summer

Total Is About Double The Death Toll In Iraq

CHICAGO (CBS) ― An estimated 123 people were shot and killed over the summer. That's nearly double the number of soldiers killed in Iraq over the same time period.

Information from wire service reports and the Chicago Police Major Incidents log indicated that 123 people were shot and killed throughout the city between the start of Memorial Day weekend on May 26, and the end of Labor Day on Sept. 1.

According to the Defense Department, 65 soldiers were killed in combat in Iraq. About the same number were killed in Afghanistan over that same period.

In the same time period, an estimated 245 people were shot and wounded in the city.


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RECALL CONGRESS!

Rep. Eric Cantor has a petition out asking to recall congress to deal with the energy problem:

Congressman Eric Cantor

Dear Friend,

Last Friday, the United States House of Representatives, under Democrat Leadership, adjourned for a 5-week vacation. Normally, no one would raise an eyebrow; however, when the Democrats left, they did so without passing any form of energy legislation. They have left for over a month without doing anything to help lower gas prices. That means we'll see another month of inaction on the energy crisis.

The Democrats left, they turned off the lights, they turned off the cameras and they turned off the microphones. But, House Republicans did not leave. That's right, House Republicans are still here, talking to the American people, demanding that House Democrats come back and ease the increasing burdens on families. Republicans are fighting so that the American people are not left high and dry.

Now, we need your help. Join us by signing this petition to call on the Democrat Leadership to return to Washington , DC, to pass a bill that will increase American energy supply, open up offshore drilling and eliminate our reliance on foreign oil.

This is supposed to be the People's House. It's unfortunate that the Democrats don't see it that way.

Sign the Petition at www.CallCongressBack.com today.

Regards,


Eric Cantor
United States Congressman

P.S. Sign the petition to Call Congress Back to lower the price of gas.

Change I REALLY can't believe in

Video stolen from Always on watch 2, please go read the rest of the story.

Change I can't believe in

In order for people to want change, they must be dis-satisfied with their current situation, right? so, just what dire circumstances do Americans find theirselves in by the worlds standards that change is so important to them? let's see, is it housing? Americans live in the largest, best equipped homes in the world. is it poverty? no, America is the most affluent country in the world. is it tyranny? no, America is home to the most personal freedom in the world. is it lack of medical care? no, America has the best medical care in the world. is it education? no, Americans have access to the best education in the world.

so, If Americans live in the best homes, have kids in college, have a fine hospital on the nearest street corner, have money for not just cars, but unlike even Europeans, probably have TWO cars in the driveway, a boat, motorcycle, and a few other toys in the garage. just what are Americans SO unhappy about? is it that they can't afford a nintendo wii AND a microsoft x-box? could it be maybe that their i-pod nano does not have enough memory to hold ALL the songs they want? what is it that has Americans so disrought they want CHANGE!?!

Could it be, that Americans, those that were born of the can-do generation that won world war 2, are a bunch of whiny-assed, pansy, sniveling, crying, spoiled ass little brats? I think that is perhaps a possibility.

Our founding fathers wanted change, and we can thank them and God for it. but one must consider, Cubans wanted change, and they got Castro, China wanted change, and they got Mao, Russia wanted change, and they got Lenin, Cambodia wanted change, and they got pol pot.

Ideas, philosophy, facts, and intent makes one hell of a difference, Americans better consider this before they get all cought up in unreasoning emotionalism.

Iraq bound troops penalized for breaking apartment lease

From Texas Fred,

Please go to Fred's site to get an address to send some hate mail to those most deserving.

Iraq-bound guards penalized for breaking apartment lease

July 26th, 2008 (1 hour ago) . by TexasFred

MCKINNEY - A North Texas couple is getting ready for their second deployment overseas.

They’re leaving to serve their country but instead they’ve been served with fees from their landlord.

“It’s a job, we have to do it,” said Chris Horvath.

But they’re leaving with added stress, since they’ve been in a fight with their apartment complex - McKinney’s El Lago development.

The couple, both of whom are sergeants in the Texas National Guard, are soon headed to Iraq.

Full Story Here:
Iraq-bound guards penalized for breaking apartment lease

^%&! political correctness!

Joe Ligotti makes a salient argument against political correctness. but tender ears be warned, the guy's from Boston.

Energy in the USA

I just got this from my representative. and I've got to say, I like his position! It's a rare thing for me these days to agree with a politician, and I'm happy to see there are a few smart people in the house who have their constituents best interests at heart.

Energy

Congressman Boozman is committed to helping provide relief at the pump. It's the number one concern he's heard from you and he wants you to know where he stands on this issue. If you would like to get updates on energy issues please click here to sign up.

Boozman Bulletin: Energy

Luckily we’re not paying the national average of $4.06 when we're filling up in Arkansas, but as the average price for a gallon of regular gas nears $4 in the Natural State, it’s taking a toll on our budgets and we’re forced to stretch our dollar more than ever.

Budgets all across the state are feeling the same strains. The Benton County Sheriff’s Department changed its patrol routes in an effort to reduce fuel costs, Fort Smith’s Parks Department implemented plans to make sure its crews are more efficient with the vehicles and the State Highway Department blamed the increase in gasoline prices for having to increase its budget. That doesn’t even skim the surface of the stories you’ve told me.

The reality of rising gas prices is a costly reminder of how dependent the U.S. is on foreign oil. To alleviate the pain we’re feeling at the pump Congress needs to encourage more production of U.S. resources. This is the only developed country in the world that refuses to use its natural resources. Opening up Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR), building refineries and more nuclear power plants as well as opening offshore drilling are all things Congress seriously needs to consider to help increase our domestic energy supply.

President Bush recently lifted an executive ban on offshore drilling. This is a great step and one that a clear majority of Americans are supporting. A recent Reuters/Zogby Poll found that 60% of Americans surveyed say they favor efforts to increase domestic drilling and refinery construction. This is a realistic approach that isn’t being taken advantage of. Minerals Management Service (MMS), an office of the U.S. Department of the Interior estimates only 3% of this country’s 1.76 billion acres Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) is leased for oil and gas exploration and development and more than 86 billion barrels of oil exists in undiscovered fields. At a time when we’re strapped for oil and gas, this is an area we must tap into.

There is no time like today to pass legislation to fully utilize the resources of this country. I’m a proponent of increasing the supply of domestic energy and have continually cosponsored and voted on legislation that aims to make us more energy independent. It’s in our best interest to bring legislation to the House Floor to give us what we need most, a break from high fuel prices.

Members of the House of Representatives have been challenged to sign a pledge that states "I will vote to increase U.S. oil production to lower gas prices for Americans,” and I gladly signed on. In encourage my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support this issue. The hardships the high cost of fuel is causing isn’t a partisan issue, it’s a matter of wellbeing and I’m ready and willing to take immediate action.

Click here to read more of Congressman Boozman’s opinion on energy.

Boozman’s Plan to Help Lower Gas Prices Savings

Bring onshore oil online (ANWR, Shale) $.70 - $1.60

Bring deepwater oil online (OCS) $.90 - $2.50

Bring news refineries online (none since 1976) $.15 - $0.45

Halt oil shipments to SPR $0.05

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Savings (at least) $1.80


FACT

In 2007, the United States consumed over 142 billion gallons of gasoline.

Source: Energy Information Administration

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Congressional plan to combat high fuel prices

I'm not suprised Pelosi and co. are proposing this, just suprised they are doing so in an election year. but, then, they figure Obamessiah is a slam dunk shoe in. considering McCains tireless effort to lose, they are proably right.

secondly, do you need quality sleepwear that shows support for Obamessiah? well, in consideration of my readers I have found a source for just that, enjoy!