Wednesday, August 19, 2009
I feel like ranting, and its my blog, so there
I just feel like ranting. I have been so worried. I finally got my ear surgery, on my left ear. Im working again, Im a waitress. My job is actually up in the air, but thats another story. What I want to rant about , is the homeless and mentally ill. I work overnight, cant say the name of where I work, I could get in trouble for that. It doesnt matter, Im a waitress, in an area with a lot of homeless, mentally ill, and people addicted to drugs. A lot of them wonder into my work wanting help, or fishing for something free, which i find understandable. People say "Why dont they get a job!" They tell me I work hard for my money , and lets face it, I can barely pay my bills. COME ON PEOPLE! This is America, and with internet, cable, and the media, you people should be so much better informed about our homeless. The majority are mentally ill, have no family, and the government has just put them out on their own, more than likely because of the insurance crisis. They have no recourse or should I say "resource" but to beg , borrow , and steal. What else can they do? Do you have an answer? I don't. Unless our Government does something for the mentally ill, homeless people, it will never end. The next time you run into someone, who is definately homeless and mentally ill. It will be obviouse, believe me. Give'm a couple bucks. The price of a cup of coffee, can brighten their day. Im not saying endanger yourself. After all, they are mentally ill. You have to be carefull. But have a heart, they cannot help the situation they are in, and have swept under the rug, by our government. And thats all I have to say about that.
Friday, July 24, 2009
an Email from the white house
This is an email from the white house, you can get these just for signing up, I was going to unsubscribe, but then I read this, and I soooo need health insurance. This I think would be a wonderful thing. I could get my back fixed, and my husband couldn't finally have a good doctor to treat his CHF. Though I really don't believe it will happen, it could.
From: President Barack Obama
To: stumblin1momma
Date: Wed, Jul 22, 2009 2:03 pm
Dear Friend,
As you read this, we are closer than ever to passing comprehensive health insurance reform that benefits American families and small businesses. Despite all the back and forth in the news right now, it is important to understand just how far we've come in this challenging process.
That's why I'm holding a press conference tonight at 8pm ET, and writing to let everyone know where we are, what's ahead, and why health insurance reform is so important.
Let me be clear: although Congress is still debating parts of the legislation we have achieved critical consensus on several key areas:
If you already have health insurance: reform will provide you with more security and stability. It will limit your own out of pocket costs and prevent your insurance company from dropping your coverage if you get too sick. You'll also have affordable insurance options if you lose or change your job. And it will cover preventive care like check-ups and mammograms that save lives and money.
If you don't have health insurance: you will finally have guaranteed access to quality, affordable health care, and you can choose the plan that best suits your family's needs. And no insurance company will be allowed to deny you coverage because of a pre-existing medical condition.
Now, I realize that the last few miles of any race are the hardest to run, but we can't stop now. There's no dispute about it: we cannot control our long-term fiscal health as a nation without health insurance reform. American families and small businesses understand that the health insurance status quo is taking away those things that they value most about health care. The stability and security that comes with knowing that you can get the treatment you need, when you need it. Without reform, we are consigning our children to a future of skyrocketing premiums and crushing deficits.
We have to seize this opportunity and pass health insurance reform this year. You can help by forwarding this email to your family and friends and letting them know what's at stake in this debate.
Thank you,
Barack Obama
P.S. Tune in to tonight's press conference on health insurance reform at 8pm ET on WhiteHouse.gov.
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From: President Barack Obama
To: stumblin1momma
Date: Wed, Jul 22, 2009 2:03 pm
Dear Friend,
As you read this, we are closer than ever to passing comprehensive health insurance reform that benefits American families and small businesses. Despite all the back and forth in the news right now, it is important to understand just how far we've come in this challenging process.
That's why I'm holding a press conference tonight at 8pm ET, and writing to let everyone know where we are, what's ahead, and why health insurance reform is so important.
Let me be clear: although Congress is still debating parts of the legislation we have achieved critical consensus on several key areas:
If you already have health insurance: reform will provide you with more security and stability. It will limit your own out of pocket costs and prevent your insurance company from dropping your coverage if you get too sick. You'll also have affordable insurance options if you lose or change your job. And it will cover preventive care like check-ups and mammograms that save lives and money.
If you don't have health insurance: you will finally have guaranteed access to quality, affordable health care, and you can choose the plan that best suits your family's needs. And no insurance company will be allowed to deny you coverage because of a pre-existing medical condition.
Now, I realize that the last few miles of any race are the hardest to run, but we can't stop now. There's no dispute about it: we cannot control our long-term fiscal health as a nation without health insurance reform. American families and small businesses understand that the health insurance status quo is taking away those things that they value most about health care. The stability and security that comes with knowing that you can get the treatment you need, when you need it. Without reform, we are consigning our children to a future of skyrocketing premiums and crushing deficits.
We have to seize this opportunity and pass health insurance reform this year. You can help by forwarding this email to your family and friends and letting them know what's at stake in this debate.
Thank you,
Barack Obama
P.S. Tune in to tonight's press conference on health insurance reform at 8pm ET on WhiteHouse.gov.
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Friday, April 17, 2009
Thursday, April 2, 2009
A real Charity, and real Patriots!!!
North Platte Canteen
http://www.youtube.com/user/MilitaryMinistry
quote: "When the "Greatest Generation" passed through North Platte, Nebraska during WWII, they got a hug and a handshake, homemade cakes and cookies, and a moment of respite and prayer provided by thousand... "
this video has touched me soooo much! I had to share it. God bless our soldiers, who need us most of all!
http://www.youtube.com/user/MilitaryMinistry
quote: "When the "Greatest Generation" passed through North Platte, Nebraska during WWII, they got a hug and a handshake, homemade cakes and cookies, and a moment of respite and prayer provided by thousand... "
this video has touched me soooo much! I had to share it. God bless our soldiers, who need us most of all!
Did I help anyone?
Well...yes I did. But not like I wanted. But I did. And I was helped as well. I never ended up going to the food bank. Because my neighbor bought my grocieries for the week! The Lord is working a lot, in my house, I dont have the time to go into everything he has done for us. But everytime the devil starts kicking us, the Lord grabs his foot. LOL I love it! I do wish I had volunteered at the food bank. But that will come in time. And I have tried everyday, to do something nice for someone and help out those in need. I do have something thats bothering me though. ok, here goes....
There is a lady that walks the streets where I live, well not just one, but this one I see all the time. I know for a fact that she is struggling with mental problems, Im not possitive she's homeless, but probably is. My problem, Im affraid to approach her. Does this fear come from God, or the other guy? I guess I just have to ask the Lord that question. If you struggle with something similar, ask the Lord, you'll get your answer, when he thinks you're ready. So I'm waiting for my answer, and we'll see. God Bless you all! and Happy Easter!
There is a lady that walks the streets where I live, well not just one, but this one I see all the time. I know for a fact that she is struggling with mental problems, Im not possitive she's homeless, but probably is. My problem, Im affraid to approach her. Does this fear come from God, or the other guy? I guess I just have to ask the Lord that question. If you struggle with something similar, ask the Lord, you'll get your answer, when he thinks you're ready. So I'm waiting for my answer, and we'll see. God Bless you all! and Happy Easter!
Saturday, March 7, 2009
I want to help, but what can I do?
I really do! I want to help my fellow Americans. Everyone is struggling. I will probably have to go to the food bank on monday, as our income tax is all gone, and my foodstamps still haven't been recertified. And here we are, right back in the same place we were a month ago. But I thank God everyday for our lives! our children! and for everything. Its been since August that my husband and I have both been unemployed. And we are still floating! Don't ask me how, I couldn't tell you, except the Lord does supply us with everything we need, and then some. Ok, I am totally way off subject.
Ok, when I go to the food bank, I am going to ask to volunteer. I have thought about but never done it. I think I would probably really enjoy myself, and I would feel like I'm giving something back. I saw a news story the other day, about people volunteering, to pad their resume. Huh? How about to be human? There I go being judgemental. Sorry, but I'm a sinner like the rest.
This is my challenge to everyone(if anyone) who reads this. Sometime soon, help someone that you don't know. At the grociery store, that elderly woman in front of you that is going so slow, don't be a jerk to her. That person that cuts you off in traffic, pray for'm instead of cussin them. I am trying to do these things myself. And I hope that it will make me a better person. And perhaps I will change someones life for the better, if even for just a minute. I will try to post my experiences here. God Bless you all and God Bless America, we need it!
P.S. if you need assistance you can find links to help and assistance in the USA at my website InXpensive Living or my Aidpage blog
Ok, when I go to the food bank, I am going to ask to volunteer. I have thought about but never done it. I think I would probably really enjoy myself, and I would feel like I'm giving something back. I saw a news story the other day, about people volunteering, to pad their resume. Huh? How about to be human? There I go being judgemental. Sorry, but I'm a sinner like the rest.
This is my challenge to everyone(if anyone) who reads this. Sometime soon, help someone that you don't know. At the grociery store, that elderly woman in front of you that is going so slow, don't be a jerk to her. That person that cuts you off in traffic, pray for'm instead of cussin them. I am trying to do these things myself. And I hope that it will make me a better person. And perhaps I will change someones life for the better, if even for just a minute. I will try to post my experiences here. God Bless you all and God Bless America, we need it!
P.S. if you need assistance you can find links to help and assistance in the USA at my website InXpensive Living or my Aidpage blog
Friday, March 6, 2009
FBI Raid? Angel Food Ministries?
When does the corruption END!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FBI raid on Ga-based food charity raises questions
By DIONNE WALKER Associated Press Writer The Associated Press
Friday, March 6, 2009 3:31 AM EST
The offices of Angel Food Ministries in Monroe, Ga., are shown Thursday, March 5,...
For more than a decade, Angel Food Ministries seemed like a godsend for families who purchased its low-cost food boxes and the churches that shared millions in revenue for distributing the goods.
It became an economic juggernaut in the faith community, employing hundreds, feeding thousands a month and pouring $19 million into its network of more than 5,000 host churches in 35 states.
Now, a lawsuit coupled with an FBI raid at the group's headquarters has raised accusations of financial mismanagement at the nonprofit. The raid and ensuing FBI investigation have left congregations and church leaders weighing whether to cut their ties to the high-profile charity after the reported disclosure that six-figure salaries were paid to its founders.
"We get signed up and I start hearing this," said the Rev. Chad Massey, whose Unadilla First Baptist Church in central Georgia planned to place its first Angel Food order this month. "It's kind of hard to know what to do."
FBI officials haven't disclosed the nature of the investigation surrounding the ministry.
Angel Food has acknowledged that a grand jury investigation is looking into what it called "alleged financial irregularities" involving unspecified individuals — but not the ministry itself.
Meanwhile, lawsuits filed by Angel Food Ministries board members and former employees accuse Angel Food leadership of using the non-denominational nonprofit as a moneymaking venture.
The Rev. Joseph Wingo and wife Linda founded the ministry in 1994 to help 34 families hurt by plant closings in the manufacturing town of Monroe, about 45 miles east of Atlanta.
Since then, Angel Food Ministries has grown to hundreds of workers supplying food for anti-poverty programs at more than 5,000 churches spanning several denominations. There are 473 distribution centers listed in Georgia and more than 1,400 concentrated in Texas, Missouri, Tennessee and Pennsylvania.
All told, the ministry says it serves more than 500,000 families a month. It has no plans to interrupt food delivery.
read full story here
FBI raid on Ga-based food charity raises questions
By DIONNE WALKER Associated Press Writer The Associated Press
Friday, March 6, 2009 3:31 AM EST
The offices of Angel Food Ministries in Monroe, Ga., are shown Thursday, March 5,...
For more than a decade, Angel Food Ministries seemed like a godsend for families who purchased its low-cost food boxes and the churches that shared millions in revenue for distributing the goods.
It became an economic juggernaut in the faith community, employing hundreds, feeding thousands a month and pouring $19 million into its network of more than 5,000 host churches in 35 states.
Now, a lawsuit coupled with an FBI raid at the group's headquarters has raised accusations of financial mismanagement at the nonprofit. The raid and ensuing FBI investigation have left congregations and church leaders weighing whether to cut their ties to the high-profile charity after the reported disclosure that six-figure salaries were paid to its founders.
"We get signed up and I start hearing this," said the Rev. Chad Massey, whose Unadilla First Baptist Church in central Georgia planned to place its first Angel Food order this month. "It's kind of hard to know what to do."
FBI officials haven't disclosed the nature of the investigation surrounding the ministry.
Angel Food has acknowledged that a grand jury investigation is looking into what it called "alleged financial irregularities" involving unspecified individuals — but not the ministry itself.
Meanwhile, lawsuits filed by Angel Food Ministries board members and former employees accuse Angel Food leadership of using the non-denominational nonprofit as a moneymaking venture.
The Rev. Joseph Wingo and wife Linda founded the ministry in 1994 to help 34 families hurt by plant closings in the manufacturing town of Monroe, about 45 miles east of Atlanta.
Since then, Angel Food Ministries has grown to hundreds of workers supplying food for anti-poverty programs at more than 5,000 churches spanning several denominations. There are 473 distribution centers listed in Georgia and more than 1,400 concentrated in Texas, Missouri, Tennessee and Pennsylvania.
All told, the ministry says it serves more than 500,000 families a month. It has no plans to interrupt food delivery.
read full story here
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