Should Christians Respect Obama?

Dr. David Barton is more of a historian than a Biblical speaker, but very famous for his knowledge of historical facts, as well as Biblical truths. Read his words on respecting Obama.
(Note: I have a problem putting the respected title of President when having to add Obama after it ~ nh)

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•Respect the office? Yes.
•Respect the man in the office? No, I am sorry to say.
•I have noted that many elected officials, both Democrats and Republicans, called upon America to unite behind Obama. Well, I want to make it clear to all who will listen that I AM NOT uniting behind Obama!
•I will respect the office which he holds, and I will acknowledge his abilities as an orator and wordsmith and pray for him, BUT that is it. I have begun today to see what I can do to make sure that he is a one-term President!

Why am I doing this? It is because:
•I do not share Obama's vision or value system for America;
•I do not share his Abortion beliefs;
•I do not share his radical Marxist's concept of re-distributing wealth;
•I do not share his stated views on raising taxes on those who make $150,000+ (the ceiling has been changed three times since August);
•I do not share his view that America is Arrogant;
•I do not share his view that America is not a Christian Nation;
•I do not share his view that the military should be reduced by 25%;
•I do not share his view of amnesty and giving more to illegals than our American Citizens who need help;
•I do not share his views on homosexuality and his definition of marriage;
•I do not share his views that Radical Islam is our friend and Israel is our enemy who should give up any land;
•I do not share his spiritual beliefs (at least the ones he has made public);
•I do not share his beliefs on how to re-work the healthcare system in America;
•I do not share his strategic views of the Middle East;
•and I certainly do not share his plan to sit down with terrorist regimes such as Iran.

Bottom line: My America is vastly different from Obama's, and I have a higher obligation to my Country and my GOD to do what is right!

For eight (8) years, the Liberals in our Society, led by numerous entertainers who would have no platform and no real credibility but for their celebrity status, have attacked President Bush, his family, and his spiritual beliefs! They have not moved toward the center in their beliefs and philosophies and they never came together nor compromised their personal beliefs for the betterment of our Country!

•They have portrayed my America as a land where everything is tolerated except being intolerant!
•They have been a vocal and irreverent minority for years!
•They have mocked and attacked the very core values so important to the founding and growth of our Country!
•They have made every effort to remove the name of GOD or Jesus Christ from our Society!
•They have challenged capital punishment, the right to bear arms and the most basic principles of our criminal code!
•They have attacked one of the most fundamental of all Freedoms, the right of free speech!
Unite behind Obama? Never !!!

I am sure many of you who read this think that I am going overboard, but I refuse to retreat one more inch in favor of those whom I believe are the embodiment of Evil! PRESIDENT BUSH made many mistakes during his Presidency and I am not sure how history will judge him. However, I believe that he weighed his decisions in light of the long established Judeo-Christian principles of our Founding Fathers!!!

Majority rules in America, and I will honor the concept; however, I will fight with all of my power to be a voice in opposition to Obama and his "goals for America." I am going to be a thorn in the side of those who, if left unchecked, will destroy our Country! Any more compromise is more defeat!

I pray that the results of this election will wake up many who have sat on the sidelines and allowed the Socialist-Marxist anti-GOD crowd to slowly change so much of what has been good in America!

"Error of Opinion may be tolerated where Reason is left free to combat it." ~Thomas Jefferson

"If we ever forget that we're one nation under GOD, then we will be a nation gone under." ~ Ronald Reagan

I WANT THE AMERICA BACK THAT I GREW UP IN.

A Powerful Statement

"My Lily is now in a private room.

Because He lives, and you believe it,

my daughter lives."

~Flynn Murphy, Tuesday 15th

If you follow my blog you'll remember this sweet girl, Lily Murphy, and a post I did earlier last week asking for prayers. She suffered a near drowning accident at a birthday party, hers as a matter of fact, and was placed on life support before all the guests had left. Christians worldwide went into prayer warrior mode for this child and her adoring parents. Lily is still in Children's in B'ham but in a private room and breathing on her own. There appears to be no brain damage. The cervical collar came off yesterday. Her doctors are accepting no credit and we are giving Him all the glory and praise for sending Lily back. I thought Flynn's statement on Facebook yesterday was too powerful not to share. Have a blessed day ~

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Update: 6-16 @ 8:54 am
"Lily was moved to a private room late last night. She is doing very well with her mental status. She talks with a whisper and knows where she is. She is able to communicate well and tell us what she needs, wants or that she is scared. She watches t.v. and even nibbled on a kit kat bar some. She has chest PT every 4 hours to loosten the junk up that has settled in her little lungs. She is also still requiring oxygen but it has been bumped down so we are still trying to wean from that. She is getting IV antibiotics for that and we are hoping for her to clear up soon. Great news is no more fever right now. Pray that this continues. Thank you ALL for the overwhelming amout of prayers, concerns, love, visits, gifts, messages and kind words.

With love, The Murphy family"

I Did, But Now I Don't

This, to me, would be the ultimate ride for someone with grandkids. Or say, a sweet ride to go on vacation in ~ lots of room to pack bags. Even furniture from antique spots!

I wanted one,

at one time. If money weren't an issue, I would love love love

to gift my son in laws with these!

Rugged.

Screams 'Male Toy'!

John began calling these 'gangsta' cars right off.

I still think they're kind of cool and they ride great.

Or so I've been told. John took one for a test drive.

Just to see how it handled.But you wanna know why we don't want to buy any of these OR any GMC or Chryslar product? Not only did our tax dollars bail Chryslar out once, but twice! And our tax dollars bailed out GMC. So with that in mind, if I purchase any of their products, then wouldn't that be paying them twice? Hmmm

Just sayin' ~

What a Closet!

Look at this organized closet! I have always either painted, wallpapered, or both to our closets thinking that anything I spend time in needs to be a place where I feel pampered. Well believe you me, I'd feel pampered in this closet! And for an extra bonus, they built in a

coffee bar!!! Get back! I thought we were doing well to have a coffee spot in our master bath but it wasn't this nice! I kept having to wipe the powder and hair spray off the top of the coffee machine. I don't like the color of the wall, nor the way the counters seem "stuck in there" without some decor on the sides and walls. But hey, how neat is this!

We Need Prayer Warriors!

This is Lily Murphy and she needs fervent prayers right now. Yesterday evening, June 10th, while celebrating at her 5th birthday party, she suffered what appears to be a drowning incident and was pulled unresponsive from the pool. A local hospital later airlifted her to Children's in B'ham where she is on life support. Earlier this morning she made very, very slight signs that have given the family hope. This is a family that loves the Lord, their family, and strives to walk through His Gates together. Please pray that Lily will be completely healed and her family given the peace and comfort only our Saviour can provide. You can click on the photo to be directed to Heidi's family blog. Thank you. The family will appreciate all prayers.

{UPDATE, Saturday 12th: Earlier this afternoon Lily began showing improvement. Her doctors say they had nothing to do with it, that she just "came back on her own". I know, however, that the increasing number of Christians praying for sweet Lily were heard by our Saviour. Her lungs appear to be in good shape, with no known brain damage at this time. Praise God! She does have a fever in her brain that they are trying to lower. They will awaken her again tomorrow and look for further improvement. Thank you for your prayers and please continue to do so! ~Nancy}

Our China Pattern! Or Patterns (wink)

I love china. China, everyday ware, you name it, I love it. As long as it is NOT plastic. Or paper. Target has some fun dinnerware that is some sort of Melamine and it's cute, but when I munch I want to feel something solid under my food. The pattern shown above was a set gifted to me by my, then new, husband on our first Christmas. From Parisians, they were only a set of salad plates but I loved them! They were paired with something similiar to the next photo. My paternal grandmother had given me a complete 12-piece set of silver ~ Rose Point ~ and a complete setting of this white china with a lacy look. I felt very special indeed!

My family ate on it regularly, as I believe that each and every day is special and we should use the things we love and not "save them". For that special day may never come. Or maybe it doesn't come often enough. My sweet husband quickly grew used to eating in the dining room on a regular basis, and not just on 'Sunday lunch'!After a time, I got up the courage to ask if I could have another set. He agreed and I began buying pieces of Old Country Roses off eBay. It's dainty and makes me feel real girly when the table is set with it and roses in the centerpiece. I have some gold plated utensils that looks good with it as well. I don't know about you, but the only way I use the cups and saucers is for ice cream and cookies! Cute!

My daughter had collected Lenox Eternal and when she decided to switch over to Solitaire, I bought her Eternal set. My weakness is buying salad plates and dessert plates to play off these two major sets. Poor John. He has no idea.

Skip over to Kelly's to look and see what others are using!

And have a really, really nice weekend!

Get out the 'good stuff' and use it!!!

Veranda Ideas!

The one pictured above isn't so bad. However,

I am NOT a fan of hot tubs,

preferring to share water with noone.

Maybe just The Hood.

But do not ask me to get in water that's been standing.

And is heated to the point of breaking you out in a light sweat.

Nope. Not me.

I'll take a scalding shower, but not a hot tub.

But I digress.

We're supposed to be talking about porch ideas~

I like the swing in this one.

And the curtain idea. But that's all.

I am not a fan of stark white, blue and red.

I can just imagine the mildew that our humidity brings.

Can you imagine a wall of shelves on a porch?!

Seriously?! With stuff in them?! Sure.

I can just see this working.

Especially coated in spring and fall's pollen.

I don't want another room to clean,

thank you very much.

I do like the one shown above.

Not sure how the green plants would do.

I have an uncanny ability to kill everything except silk.

My daughters roll their eyes when they visit and see the silk.

I seem to not be able to get away from. But.it.doesn't.die!These last two? My style.

Oh, so totally me.

In fact, I am going to do my darnedest to get The Hood

to help me replicate the look of this last photo. I doubt he'll let me hang shutters,

and I already know I'd kill Boston ferns,

nor can we afford expensive wicker.

Aside from that, I want this look!

Once I get going with our presently empty veranda,

I'll post a few photos to share with you!

Wonder what it will become?!

Head On Back to Lulu's!

Dear coastal inhabitants everywhere and all who know the joy of putting their toes in the ocean:

I can’t remember when we have had a lovelier spring along the Gulf Coast. In recent years, we have gone from crisp, clear mornings in February to tropical 90s temps by mid-March. But this year, it finally seemed that we were getting back to normal — back to the easy, Southern rhythms of my childhood, with the winter season moving gently into a luscious spring. Spring was taking its own sweet time unfolding before diving head-on into the desperate heat of summer.

Everyone could feel it. You couldn’t help but notice the majesty and color of the coastal foliage bursting with brilliant pinks and purples, sounding the calls that we wait for all year long: "Let’s go to the beach!" "The fish are biting at the Big Mouth!" "Let’s take a boat ride!" "Tadpoles are out in the creek!" That is how we live here on the Gulf Coast. Our love of the water — the Gulf, the bays, the rivers, the estuaries — and the way we enjoy it is absolutely holistic.

It transcends race, religion, socioeconomic status, age, gender and political affiliation. The Gulf Coast is where the everyday person can play. We love where we live and are proud of it. We get amused sharing it and seeing the surprise on folks’ faces when they realize that a little piece of unlikely paradise exists smack at the bottom of this magnificent country of ours.

So imagine our dismay, anger, grief and absolute heartbreak over the ongoing catastrophe of crude oil continuously and arrogantly flowing into our beautiful Gulf of Mexico. This is indeed a major challenge for us physically, emotionally, environmentally and economically. Personally, I prefer to remain positive about the oil spill’s impact, because I know mountains can be moved with a positive attitude. Why wouldn’t that work with a runaway well? I do, however, live in a very real world, and I know that our corner of this world stands to be affected by the oil spill.

As we are called to action, we will respond with the dauntless spirit of coastal people, especially those born in the hurricane corridor. We will weather this storm as we have weathered the other monsters that have roared upon our shores in the past: by working hard, side by side, with dedication, compassion and a sense of community, and earning some fun in the process.

I am hoping that there will be little damage or interruption of beach recreation. Perhaps the oil spill will be just an inconvenience, much like too many jellyfish in the water or the occasional riptides. If not, we are going to need everyone’s love, support and help. So I have a very special invitation for people to join us here in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach and on Dauphin Island and Mobile Bay. Don’t cancel your plans or reservations. This could be one of the most memorable vacations you will ever have.

Most of you travel with children. What a great opportunity to teach our kids so many valuable life lessons — from the beauty of volunteering to the importance of helping your neighbor during a crisis, learning about the fragile ecosystem that created the remarkable Gulf of Mexico, and meeting new friends from all over the country with the same purpose of keeping our beautiful shores safe for our children and wildlife.

Recently, I asked a friend of mine’s 6-year-old if she knew how many oceans there were. "One, Miss Lucy," she promptly responded. Then with a little hesitation, she added, "Don’t they all touch?" Out of the mouths of babes.

What is happening in our back yard could just as easily be happening in yours. But does it matter? We are all one. We all touch.

Am I outraged? D*** right! Is there a need for accountability? D*** right! But that is not my job. There are others who are trained and better equipped to master that task. I’m a fry cook. I’m open for business. And so is the Alabama Gulf Coast. We will take each day as it comes and make the best of it. I am asking all of you who love this area as much as I do and love your own coastal areas to please not abandon us. I promise you we will welcome you with open arms, some ice-cold sweet tea, an ocean of belly laughs, a plate full of scrumptious food and a humble, grateful heart. Lucy "LuLu" Buffett is owner of LuLu’s at Homeport Marina in Gulf Shores and the author of "Crazy Sista Cooking: Cuisine and Conversation with Lucy Anne Buffett ~

Want Some Cheese With That Whine?

We used to use this phrase with our daughters as they grew up and would come whining about one thing or the other. It always made us laugh, and made them roll their eyes. But today, for just the length of time it takes you to read this I intend to whine about something that just gripes me to no end. And there's really nothing to do about it. ARGH!!
People who ride in the left hand lane and never move over! And that's where the SLOWER TRAFFIC IS SUPPOSED TO BE! You have to get over to the right just far enough to see if there's some reason they are staying in the left hand lane. You see there isn't a valid reason, so you pass them. ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE! And you are not supposed to do that. It's something that just makes me grind my teeth. But then, you're reading something written by someone that loves speed on an open highway. So to all those left hand lane riders out there ~ MOVE OVER TO THE RIGHT! Please.

Okay, I'm finished.

Never Let Them Be Forgotten ~

"from the mountains . . . to the ocean, white with foam"

"God bless America, my home sweet home"

"Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill,

that we shall pay any price, bear any burden,

meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe

to assure the survival and the success of liberty."

~ John F. Kennedy

"The dead soldier's silence sings our national anthem."

~ Rev. Aaron Kilbourn

"Greater love hath no man than this,

that a man lay down his life for his friends."

John 15:13, 14"The story of America's quest for freedom

is inscribed on her history in the blood of her patriots."

~ Randy Vader

Backgrounds, Schmackgrounds

I love this background! But it makes reading hard! And as much as I love to change the background on my blog, you can bet this one won't be here long. In fact, I've already got in mind one that I've used before. And loved. So enjoy, or not, this one while you can. It's life here is severely limited. Bahaha Have a beautiful Wednesday!!! I intend to ~

LA Law's Memorable Moment #81

I had read of this scene but never saw it. Good 'ole YouTube! Just having a normal conversation and ~ well, you watch it.

Makes you think twice now about making sure there IS a floor for you to put your foot on next time an elevator opens for you. How many times do we just board as we're looking at someone else? Or getting something from a purse. Nope, not any more. This female will be watching the floor. I ga-run-tee you I will. Yep, yep, yep. I know it's wrong, but I laughed out loud. Did you?

Pray for America

"Freedom is always only one generation away from extinction"

~ Ronald Reagan
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United States: Born 1776, Died 2008

Professor Joseph Olson of Hamline University School of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota, points out some interesting facts concerning last November's Presidential election:

Number of States won by: Obama: 19 - McCain: 29
Square miles of land won by: Obama: 580,000 - McCain: 2,427,000
Population of counties won by: Obama: 127 million - McCain: 143 million
Murder rate per 100,000 residents in counties won by: Obama: 13.2 - McCain: 2.1

Professor Olson adds: "In aggregate, the map of the territory McCain won was mostly the land owned by the taxpaying citizens of the country. Obama territory mostly encompassed those citizens living in low income tenements and living off various forms of government welfare..."

Olson believes the United States is now somewhere between the "complacency and apathy" phase of Professor Tyler's definition of democracy, with some forty percent of the nation's population already having reached the "governmental dependency" phase.
If Congress grants amnesty and citizenship to twenty-million criminal invaders called illegals - and they vote - then we can say good-bye to the USA in fewer than five years.

I, personally, am heartsick with the lack of respect our own President has shown for this nation, as well as the disrespectful way in which our Congress chooses to conduct themselves and to show such disrespect for the office they presently hold. Apathy is the greatest danger to our freedom. Christians need to be in heartfelt prayer for the future of America.

Faith, Family & Family

A week of family and fun began Mother's Day,

lunch with our daughter, Jenny's, family.

Three generations. Delicious meal.

A deep sense of thankfulness that our Alabama babies

are being raised in the love and Word of our Lord.

What more could a mother ask for?

(Note~Miss Elle loves hair, and tried her best

to get to Ian's head during the photo shoot!)

A few days later found us in Mississippi,

visiting our daughters there!

Our sweet 'laina had a Dance Recital and it was precious!

Need I say who we felt was the best?!

Her parents are also raising her and Austin

to love the King and obey His Word.

John and I feel so blessed. So thankful. We stayed with Leslie, who after the recital, took us to eat

at a great Chinese buffet place ~ in fact,

I don't think we've ever eaten at the same place twice!

I love staying in Leslie's home. It's homey. Loved.

We had to leave Friday, so it was a visit that was too short.

But we have plans to go back. Soon.

Gotta love this face. He wanted to come home with us.
To see Ian and Noah. Sure wish we all lived closer.
We ended the week keeping Jenny's three babies
overnight and part of Saturday while she and Brandon
left for a brief retreat. It was fun. I always love
the looks of happiness when our grandbabies see their parents. Our family has such beautiful faith, a strong abiding love
for each other and for our Saviour. The food when we're all together
just puts the icing on an already great cake.

Dented Cans, Oh My!

See anything wrong in the can shown above?! The side to your left is lower than the right hand side, which means you do NOT want to put a can like this in your grocery buggy! Let me share with you what I learned tonight from a great magazine, ShopSmart I love this magazine! And it has no advertising in it! No ads!! Can you believe that?!

Okay, so I've heard all my life not to ever ever ever never buy a food can that is dented. Leave them alone. The health department will come and laugh at you when you get sick from eating food out of a dented can! You will get no medical attention. Alright, so all I was told was that you stood a higher than average chance of getting food poison from dented cans ~ so I just never bought any. Tonight, I learned more about this! Here's what you need to remember.

If you've just dropped it and dented it a bit, go ahead and eat it. You'll live. And you'll be healthy. But if you buy a dented or damaged can off the grocery shelf ~ and yes, they are marked down most likely ~ the chances are higher that they contain a dangerous bacteria called Clostridium botulinum (and I copied those two big words from the article hardyhaha!). The organism is rare, but the toxin can be deadly and why take the chance?! And get this!

It's possible for the can to look normal in the store and develop a bulge once you get it home and it's sat in the pantry. Don't open it! ShopSmart says don't even touch it without using disposable gloves and to get rid of it by placing the unopened can in a sealable bag, wrap it in yet another plastic bag that is tied tight, taped, and placed in a trash bin. They said to NOT put the food in the sink, garbage disposal, or toilet! And of course, wash your hands with soap and hot water afterwards. Yuck!!!! Makes you wonder what DOES go down the toilets and garbage disposables that eventually may end up in our water treatment plants that cannot be gotten rid of!!!

Now, aren't you glad you read this? Are you on your way to check the cans on your shelves? If you live in central Alabama, especially in MY town, don't chunk your junk down your sink or toilet! I don't want to drink it!!!! Go get this month's ShopSmart, look on page 12. See for yourself! And have a great weekend!!