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Civic Minded

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grieving the loss of my son

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Should Sheriff’s officials have seized the cellphones?

Ariel Castro Pleads Not Guilty, Does He Have a Chance?

This is what I think...

Opinion: They have him backed into a corner! Now he will get to live on the other side of his twisted crime, but he may not like his cell mate so much! Maybe he will ...

I strongly suggest you watch this video...before it's scru...

Opinion: Thanks! I thought I had a membership a while back. Maybe I just got solicitations in the mail. I just joined and will tell a friend whose husband is struggli...

Families of Navy SEALs killed in 2011 attack say government is...

Yes

Opinion: Quite possibly! I knew when he revealed it that they were at risk. Presidents, as Commander-in-chiefs, do not give out such secrets.

Muslims are not HAPPY!!!!!

Opinion: This is not solely the behavior of Muslims. When blue states become so burdened with debt and taxes that their economies go south, many of the residents leav...

Did George Will make a point?

They do not have a direct line t...

Does this bother you too?

Undecided

Opinion: Sometimes. I try to ignore it unless it is a matter of documents. I spell my name out. But often people shorten it. If I send someone a note and sign it the ...

Good Samaritan Charles Ramsey Says He'd Give Reward Money ...

Yes, giving the money to the vic...

Opinion: Charles Ramsey knows that he did what was right. He also knows that these young women and the 6 year old have had their lives devastated and need any reward ...

5/1 South Carolina State House Votes to Nullify Obamacare, 65-...

Yes, let the Blue States have th...

Opinion: Is this an excerpt from a published piece or is this something you put together to report South Carolina's nullification of PPACA, KCurtis? I'd like to send ...

is god really a higher power, supernatural being? or is he jus...

Opinion: I've had some astonishing encounters with God in my lifetime. The Holy Spirit is very much present and working in my life, helping me in every situation in w...

About Me

I cannot be classified or put into a box. I would like to see peace among all people, but I am a realist. I understand that we will not all agree, but want people to learn to disagree in a civil way and still try to understand others' views. Sometimes we have to try to understand others' experiences in a new light even though they differ from our own.

My husband and I married in Eisenhower Chapel at Penn State University on July 4, 1974. He served in the US Navy for 20 years while I raised our two children and volunteered to help military families. We love this country and appreciate everyone who works to uphold our Constitution. It is our only protection from those who would destroy our nation.

In memory of my darling son, Bill ~ Born on June 26, 1978 Received by Christ on March 11, 2011

Activities

Bible Study Fellowship - an amazing life changing experience.
Reading, writing, gardening, cross-stitch, walking the dogs every morning.

Interests

Public policy-making and community inspired and motivated problem-solving.
Protecting the US Constitution and making this the best place to live on Earth.

Favorite Music

Think 60s, 70s, 80s, but exclude rap, punk, disco... I like my senses to remain in tact without suffering assault by turned up bass or monotonous repetition.
Also like opera and operetta as my parents performed in many and my dad played in a community symphony orchestra.

Favorite TV Shows

Pushing Daisies (too bad it's gone), American Idol (after it gets down to 10), Dancing with the Stars, Stargate Atlantis, The 4400

Favorite Movies

Amistad

Favorite Books

Besides The Holy Bible (which I thought I would treat as a study of any other piece of literature and found out how much more it really is...), I will have to think about which others to include, but basically, I prefer non-fiction.

Favorite Quotes

"We, the people, are the boss, and we will get the kind of political leadership, be it good or bad, that we demand and deserve." John F. Kennedy, Profiles in Courage (1955)

“The American Republic will endure until the day Congress discovers that it can bribe the public with the public's money.”
― Alexis de Tocqueville

“A democracy cannot exist as a permanent form of government. It can only exist until the voters discover that they can vote themselves largesse from the public treasury. From that moment on, the majority always votes for the candidates promising the most benefits from the public treasury with the result that a democracy always collapses over loose fiscal policy, always followed by a dictatorship. The average age of the world's greatest civilizations has been 200 years.”
― Alexis de Tocqueville

“Americans are so enamored of equality, they would rather be equal in slavery than unequal in freedom.”
― Alexis de Tocqueville

“When the taste for physical gratifications among them has grown more rapidly than their education . . . the time will come when men are carried away and lose all self-restraint . . . . It is not necessary to do violence to such a people in order to strip them of the rights they enjoy; they themselves willingly loosen their hold. . . . they neglect their chief business which is to remain their own masters.”
― Alexis de Tocqueville, Democracy in America Volume 2

“Democracy extends the sphere of individual freedom, socialism restricts it. Democracy attaches all possible value to each man; socialism makes each man a mere agent, a mere number. Democracy and socialism have nothing in common but one word: equality. But notice the difference: while democracy seeks equality in liberty, socialism seeks equality in restraint and servitude.”
― Alexis de Tocqueville

Favorite Heroes

That is a tough one...

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skowcog 3 days ago

Oh I am sure we will see each other around the sodahead threads. By the way I like your avatar/posting pic. Really Lovely. Thanks for friending me.
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princess 2013/05/12 03:00:07

Hello dear friend. Thank you for the messages you've recently left me. I'm finally checking back in at SH after being away for a while. I hope you're doing well??....I've missed visiting with you. Please take care and have a good weekend.

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Phyl *In God i Trust* 2013/05/04 00:19:34

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Cookielane 2013/05/03 15:09:58 (edited)

From one mother to another~
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**Bessie** 2013/05/03 15:06:28

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broken heart 2013/05/03 10:30:26

I'm sorry for your loss. My son is still alive but it feels as if he is not because he has estranged himself from us. I feel grief but I know yours is more than anyone could imagine. God Bless you.
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mustangluver 2013/05/03 04:54:23 (edited)

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Barefooted Nana ∞ijm♥∞AFCL 2013/05/03 04:00:56

I thought we were! lol I am indeed honored to be counted among your friends and again Congrats!!. luve ya :) Blessings & {{{{HUGS}}}}

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SunShine 2013/05/03 03:46:41

wishing you the best dear friend.. I hope things are a bit easier for you ..sorry I am not here much ..too busy in the gardens .. but I think of you often and keep you in my prayers.. Have a wonderful spring dear..
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☆56lady☆POTL~JLA~PWCM 2013/05/03 03:42:03

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phoenix AFCL 2013/04/25 23:36:00 (edited)

My sweet friend, I like you so much; I love your personality and your beautiful spirit. ♥ I think once in a while it is good to hear or read that you are a fantastic person who makes a real difference in this world.You are important to people you love and care for, though maybe not always aware that you are so very dear to many others and appreciated... Please, paste this message on the wall of nine women or men who you consider fantastic! Hugs & kisses to you & I hope you get a lot back! You should send this message to nine friends, including me, (if you think I deserve it & if not you still deserve it) ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ Have a Blessed Day! Thanks so much for the message. xoxo

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Sheila 2013/04/25 18:04:00

My sweet friend, I like you so much; I love your personality and your beautiful spirit. ♥ I think once in a while it is good to hear or read that you are a fantastic person who makes a real difference in this world.You are important to people you love and care for, though maybe not always aware that you are so very dear to many others and appreciated... Please, paste this message on the wall of nine women or men who you consider fantastic! Hugs & kisses to you & I hope you get a lot back! You should send this message to nine friends, including me, (if you think I deserve it & if not you still deserve it) ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ Have a Blessed Day

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⚜Ellen⚜ ☼True American Patr... 2013/04/23 00:02:26

My sweet friend, I like you so much; I love your personality and your beautiful spirit. ♥ I think once in a while it is good to hear or read that you are a fantastic person who makes a real difference in this world.You are important to people you love and care for, though maybe not always aware that you are so very dear to many others and appreciated... Please, paste this message on the wall of nine women or men who you consider fantastic! Hugs & kisses to you & I hope you get a lot back! You should send this message to nine friends, including me, (if you think I deserve it & if not you still deserve it) ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ Have a Blessed Day

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Leasheryn/Lady Willpower 2013/04/22 01:14:00

I'm doing fine. God bless and have a Good Week.
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Leasheryn/Lady Willpower 2013/04/21 01:01:22

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Marlow ~ Let There Be Light 2013/04/16 01:22:30

I'm on my way!

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Phyl *In God i Trust* 2013/04/15 02:38:31

My sweet friend, I like you so much; I love your personality and your beautiful spirit. ♥ I think once in a while it is good to hear or read that you are a fantastic person who makes a real difference in this world.You are important to people you love and care for, though maybe not always aware that you are so very dear to many others and appreciated... Please, paste this message on the wall of nine women or men who you consider fantastic! Hugs & kisses to you & I hope you get a lot back! You should send this message to nine friends, including me, (if you think I deserve it & if not you still deserve it) ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ Have a Blessed Day ;-))
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Leasheryn/Lady Willpower 2013/04/07 00:45:53

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evangelism_vision 2013/04/03 01:55:08

You are invited

This discussion is an opportunity to post praises to God, a Testimony, music or post prayer needs
It is for all believers in Jesus Christ who want to go on record worshiping his name

http://www.sodahead.com/livin...

Chaplain Jerry
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Marlow ~ Let There Be Light 2013/04/01 12:41:24

I'm late, I know. But hope you had a blessed Easter Sunday.

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