Filed under: Economics, Hot Topics, Obama, Politics, Shopping, Taxes, Thoughts | Tags: Economics, Government, Obama, Politics, Taxes
Mrs. Obama is going to receive OVER $100,000 to redecorate the Whitehouse?? Really?? Why is it that our government hemmorrhages cash? There are so many things wrong with this.
First, in the scheme of things $100,000 might not seem like much. But to you and me, that’s a lot of money. Second, does the Government really need to spend our tax dollars redecorating the whitehouse? The President and First Lady live there for free on our dime already. Don’t you think the Obama’s can afford their own redecorating costs? Wouldn’t it be nice if when you and I got a new house, it came with $100,000 redecorating fund?? Third, If Obama’s plan is to decrease national debt, maybe he should do the right thing and not spend money needlessly. Lord knows his wife makes enough money and he is not hurting financially either. (He just took his wife out on a date for about $1,000 dinner!)
This kind of spending is exactly where this country needs to start saving pennies. Then maybe review the medical programs in place that the government pays for. Did you know a single aspirin at the hospital costs you about $15? If you are ever in the hospital, look closely at the charges for disposable items (bed pans, pillows, etc.) that you are charged for. And guess what government health care programs pay for those items? You guessed it, highly inflated prices. With $15 you and I could go to the grocery store and buy a bottle of aspirin and have money left over, even after paying sales tax!! Again, our government needs to look into a lot of programs and revamp a lot of things. If they would do that, we would have the money we need to pay the debts, keep our country safe and not raise taxes.
Filed under: Blessings, Democrat, Hot Topics, Life, McCain, Motivation, Obama, Opinions, Palin, Politics, Popular, Presidential Election, Random, Republican, Thoughts, Truth | Tags: Blessings, Concede, Election, election 2008, McCain Concession, Prayers, President Obama
It’s 2 AM here and I am not surprised, but I am still nervous about the election results. My historically Republican state (Virginia) has voted Democratic for the first time in a long while. It’s only the northern few counties that made that happen (population per capita).
Regardless of how I voted, however, I am American. I was born and raised in the U.S.A. and I stand by and behind my country first and foremost. Even when I don’t agree with the majority. Why, because that is the freedom of democracy. The election and the privilege to vote is our right as citizens of this great country. The democratic process that is in place is what we, as Americans, have come to expect and accept. Even if we don’t always agree. And if you don’t expect and accept the democratic process by now, you had better learn to do so. And quickly. It is what our free society has always been. Majority rules.
Even though I am not thrilled with the outcome, I am going to take John McCain’s concession speech to heart and support President Obama as best as I morally can. I will still fight against some issues. I will support our country as it faces the challenges about to be put to us. I will support President Obama as best I can to make America what it should be. I will take seriously President Obama’s request for the entire country to work together and I will do my part to make America continue to be the best country in the world.
In the meantime, a little prayer wouldn’t hurt.
God Bless Everyone.
Filed under: Controversial Questions, Democrat, Hot Topics, McCain, Obama, Opinions, Palin, Polls, Republican | Tags: Democrat, Election, Politics, Polls, Republican
I voted today and thought it would be fun to see if you did too. Please take the following polls. It’s all for fun, and your opinions and comments are always welcome. Happy Polling!
Thanks for your votes. Come back and check the results. I will check results and comments later tonight and just maybe I will write a new post.
Filed under: Biden, Democrat, Hot Topics, McCain, Obama, Opinions, Palin, Politics, Republican, Thoughts | Tags: Biden, McCain, Obama, Palin, Politics
Don’t forget to go out and vote tomorrow! Voting is a right and a privilege and should not be disregarded. Regardless of who you plan to vote for, if you don’t exercise your right to do so, you have no right to complain later. Get out and vote!!!
Tomorrow I am voting for John McCain. You can agree or disagree, but that is my choice. After long and careful thought as to which candidate is better for our country, McCain/Palin is the way to go.
I do not want socialized medicine in our country. It does not work!! Without competition in health care, health care doesn’t improve. Ask anyone you know from Canada, England or any other country that uses a socialized health care system and who has lived through it before. It’s not all it’s cracked up to be.
I have made previous posts regarding the issues that matter to me, and while I do not agree with everything on the McCain side, I believe he is the better man for the job. I believe in America and I believe John McCain is the man to lead us towards a better future. Why should Obama redistribute my wealth? Money that I earn? If I want to donate (and I do a lot), I will give it to who I think is in need of it. I don’t want the government taking my money and giving it away. The damn Government spends wastefully and you know what, the money Obama plans to use is MINE. I earned it.
I received the following email and I like what it has to say, so I am passing it on to blog world. Please read on:
Subject: Change – What Change – We must keep this email circulating
My name is Joe Porter. I live in Champaign , Illinois . I’m 46 years old, a born-again Christian, a husband, a father, a small business owner, a veteran, and a homeowner. I don’t consider myself to be either conservative or liberal, and I vote for the person, not Republican or Democrat. I don’t believe there are ‘two Americas ‘ – but that every person in this country can be whom ever and what ever they want to be if they’ll just work to get there – and nowhere else on earth can they find such opportunities. I believe our government should help those who are legitimately downtrodden, and should always put the interests of America first. (more…)
Filed under: Democrat, Family, Hot Topics, Kids, Life, Politics, Republican | Tags: birth control, sex education
This issue is where I happen to somewhat disagree with the Republican party. I have said before and will again, I am socially liberal and fiscally conservative. Where does that leave me on the party lines? Primarily still on the Republican side. This is a touchy subject, so click to read on if you want. (more…)
Filed under: Biden, Democrat, Hot Topics, McCain, Obama, Opinions, Palin, Politics | Tags: Biden, election 2008, McCain, Obama, Palin, Politics
Here is the post I promised on politics. In this post, I will touch on some of the issues that are on the table and I will give you my opinion. I will also talk a bit about each of the candidates, both Presidential and Vice Presidential. It is my plan to lay out where each person stands on the issues, hopefully without bias. I will and do state my opinions. If you didn’t already know, I am probably one of the most liberal republicans out there; very socially liberal, but I am fiscally conservative.
Click to read more about the Candidates and the Issues. Your comments and opinions are welcome. Lets try to keep it a fairly clean debate though. Thanks. (more…)
Filed under: Democrat, Hot Topics, Humor, Laughs, McCain, Obama, Politics, Republican
I don’t know your political choices, but I thought this email I received was cute. If you want to get into a political discussion, I will create a post where we can. In the mean time, I hope this makes you laugh, it did me. (I happen to be Republican to a point, socially liberal but fiscally conservative).
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Disclaimer: This post was copied from an email that I received. I did not “write” the joke.
Filed under: Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer 3 Day Walk, Camping, Donations, Family, Hot Topics, Life, Motivation, Positive, Uncategorized
It’s been a couple of weeks since I quit my job, and believe it or not, I have managed to fill up the 60 hours a week that I had on my hands. I have managed to get my house in some assemblence of order (although there is still stuff to be done). I have started some gardening (which was desperately needed), treated myself (hair cut, color, high-lights, mani- and pedicure), had lunch with friends and family, and spent time with the husband. The husband and I also planted 2 dwarf pear trees in our yard. Can’t wait for them to bear fruit.
We took a mini camping trip this past weekend which was a lot of fun. The kids participated in a ton of activities at the camp ground. My youngest daughter won a scavenger hunt and made a tye-dye t-shirt. (more…)
Filed under: Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer 3 Day Walk, Charity, Donations, Hot Topics, Life, Positive, Uncategorized | Tags: Breast Cancer, Donate, Support, Susan G. Komen National Race for the Cure®, Walk For The Cure
As you all know, my Mom was diagnosed with Breast Cancer last year. Since then, I have been trying to find ways to support the fight against breast cancer. Recently, I accepted the challenge (thanks Mom) to support the fight against breast cancer by participating in Susan G. Komen National Race for the Cure® on June 7, 2008 in Washington, DC. Mom and I will be walking (definately not running) with the BCL Breast Center of Loudoun team.
Please join me by pledging to support my participation in the Susan G. Komen National Race for the Cure®. The generosity of our donors is vital as we continue our efforts to help breast cancer patients today, as well as to invest in the health of future generations. It is easy to support this great cause. You can make a pledge online by simply clicking on the link to my personal pledge page at the bottom of this post. If you would prefer there is also a downloadable form to send in pledges through the mail. Any contribution amount will make a difference in the lives of many!! I (and my Mom) truly appreciate your generosity and will keep you posted on my progress.
Thank you so much for your time and support in the fight against breast cancer. Best protection is early detection!
| My Fundraising Goal: $250.00 |
| Money Raised to Date: $145.00 |
~ Krysti Humphryes ~
Filed under: Blog Wars, Drama, Hot Topics, Humor, Karma, Lies, Opinions, Pink Truth, Tracy Coenen | Tags: Karma, moderation, Pink Truth, Tracy Coenen
Normally I don’t copy and post things from PT to my blog. I did send some to DUH, but you all know that already. Today I thought I would check my PT karma one last time, copy and save it here. For the scrapbook, so to speak. This is the Karma Change Log for me on PT as amended by TC/PT on or before 9/24/07. I know High Hopes had given me some, and it’s gone from the list. Click! Poof! There are a couple missing in fact. You might say: computer glitch? I say: Tracy Coenen moderation.
I also noticed in the Karma Statistic box that High Hopes is no longer listed. She had given and received a lot of karma. Now she doesn’t appear to have existed. If I recall (by memory obviously) High Hopes had been applauded more than Tracy currently has now and was ABOVE Tracy on that list. Reminds me of when Erin disappeared from the list of smited users a little while back. Click! Poof! Boy, it must be convenient to delete away someones existence so you can be on top. Oh, the beauty of caches (or posts like this) on the internet.
Here is my Karma Change Log (what is left of it), as amended by PT on or before 9/24/07, which is not completely accurate like I stated above. The Karma statistics (as of 9/24/07) are below that. Sorry if it’s hard to read but apparently the ‘copy and paste’ thing is biting me in the ass and I had to reformat it. Hhhmmmm must be karma of a mole!
Filed under: Anti-PT, Blog Wars, Hot Topics, Humor, Laughs, Lies, Mary Kay, Pink Truth, Tracy Coenen | Tags: investigators, moles, Pink Truth, Tracy Coenen
Since I announced that I was Mole #1 (see post: The Mole Comes Out), the curiosity of my PT identity has peaked. On a post called Shay’s Good Bye Cruel World at Banned from the Bitchfest, a few fellow biatches have been trying to guess my Pink Truth screen name. As I was responding to one of the posts, I thought to myself, this game is fun, but it’s not the BFBF biatches that should be “playing” Ms. Investigator. I mean, they never said they were the great fraud investigator. It was the Ms. Self-proclaimed Awesome Fraud Investigator herself, Tracy Coenen. I guess TC doesn’t want to play my lowly little “Guess the Mole” game. 
Maybe she will want to play this game:
Which one is me?? Which one will you whack?? Oops. Remember, you whacked eyecicle and stalkedbythemarykaylady. Wrong twice! You are such a “looser”! Sorry, I couldn’t resist that one. Read on to find out my screen name! (more…)
I just happened to luck out and acquire 4 tickets and a parking pass to Saturday’s game at Fed Ex Field!! Woo Hoo! Washington Redskins vs. Pittsburg Steelers. I am a die hard Redskins fan since forever. The Steelers happen to be my second favorite team, so this is a win-win for me! The hubby and I are taking the older 2 kids and plan to have a blast.
Just a silly little crow, but on July 13, 2007, my blog Perspective of Yet Another Night Owl was #69 on the WordPress List list of growing blogs! Who’d have thought that?? Here’s a partial list:
Just thought I would share this email I received. I know some of my readers are waiting for this product to be available and now it is! (more…)
Filed under: AOL, Cosmetics, Gals, Hot Topics, Make-up, Mary Kay, Motivation, Popular, Skin Care
I found this information on AOL’s home page this morning and thought it was worth sharing! Being that I sell Mary Kay Cosmetics, I found this a fun fact! For those of you out there in MK, this may be worth passing on to some customers and other consultants. (more…)
