Believe it or not?

First of all, I must announce that I am just about the most unpolitical person that I know. But I try not to be completely uninformed. I was just reading the commentary section of last Sunday's paper--yes I'm always a little behind the time!! As a read Peggy Noonan's comments on Sarah Palin, I was reminded of what I always try to keep in mind when I read anything political or anything about a person in politics. Everything written will now and forever smack of the bias, beliefs, background and experience of the writer. My mother always told me--"Don't believe everything you read!" I believe this is true more now than ever because so much more is being written. Don't get too wrapped up in what you read--it's just someone's opinion--God only, knows the truth and the true hearts and minds of people--even those in the spotlight. Same with things going on in the world--political books are simply written by someone with a strong belief (bias) in a particular philosophy. I'm not suggesting we stop reading--just be careful what you believe. There is one Truth--no questions about it's validity--and it's still a number one best seller!! Those are words you can believe--and we already know the ending!! Read on!!

9/11

Today is a time for remembering. America was attacked for the first time since Pearl Harbor. Our generation was shocked and saddened by the attack--much like my parents generation was shocked and saddened by Pearl Harbor. Yet December 7 is just another day to us here in 2008. I am not particularly a history buff, but these events need to be committed to memory and remembering. America is and probably always has been vulnerable. One more reason to live each day to the fullest--no looking back in fear, but trusting in God for today. My husband spent 26 years in the Marine Corps--defending this great nation of ours and the freedoms we enjoy. Today was especially hard for him--it needs to be hard for us all. We are very blessed to live in this country. Let us not forget.

Labor Day

For many folks, today is the last big fling of summer, the last bar-b-que, big sales at the mall, etc. For me this year, it was a day of labor. Since we are leaving Wednesday after work for Oklahoma and Lonnie's family reunion, and tomorrow I have three appointments and our small group meeting, I had today and today only to get ready for the trip. That of course included laundry, packing, paying bills, cleaning up the house (mostly picking up!), and loading the car. Yes we are driving a friend's car to Oklahoma and then flying back on Sunday evening. While I am at it, I am having Lonnie help me move some furniture which has been sitting in the hall for much too long--I figure, I'm laboring, he might as well too!! My real Labor Day vacation will be next weekend, sitting on the deck of the lodge overlooking the lake, sipping cool drinks, and reconnecting with family--with no real responsibilities. Can't wait!!