Jesse Helms - No Tears Lost

I first became interested in politics as a young teenager in the early 70's. Watergate, the Vietnam war, and the civil rights movement all had a profound effect on me and my thinking even to this day. During that time, the one politician that I probably resented and despised the most was not Richard M Nixon who faced impeachment but that of Senator Jesse Helms of North Carolina.

The hatred this politician apparently carried his entire lifetime for African Americans, Gays/Lesbians, Jews, Hispanics and for that matter all minorities was downright unbelievable. I only hope that in his latter years on this earth that he found some kind of peace with his God on these issues.

After 30 years of influence from the likes of Jesse Helms, Wouldn't it be very fitting if Barack Obama, the first African American nominated for the President of the United States did in fact turn North Carolina 'Blue' this fall.

Happy 4th

'Patriotism Is Loving Your Country All Of The Time, And Your Government When It Deserves It'

'Everything' - Michael Buble

One Week Later

Heinz Pulls Ad

wtf was so offensive about that?

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No Tomatoes This Year

Our 4th season here in Douglasville with a garden. The Corn looks quite healthy as does the Watermelon, Okra, Peanuts, Beans, and Pepper plants. The Squash plants have already yielded a faily plentiful crop but not so for our tomato plants.

Last year we harvested well over 200 lbs of tomatoes and canned nearly 20 quarts as a result. As things stand now we will be lucky to harvest 50lbs worth.

So disappointing.

Spring Turns To Summer

Obama Speaks On Father's Day

Historical Night

'What you won’t hear from this campaign or this party is the kind of politics that uses religion as a wedge, and patriotism as a bludgeon – that sees our opponents not as competitors to challenge, but enemies to demonize. Because we may call ourselves Democrats and Republicans, but we are Americans first. We are always Americans first'.



America - This Is Our Moment

This was a historical night and one that America should never forget. The first African American nominated by a major political party for President Of The United States of America. I am very proud today not only for Senator Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton but also in the Democratic Party as a whole. The party offered us a African American, a Women, a Hispanic and a half dozen other very well qualified candidates all competing for the top job in our land. It does not get any better and more diverse than this.

2008 - Racism Lives On

Excellent article from ABC News concerning racism in America and Senator Obama's overall security. Click here to read.

Below is only one of the many comments that ABC News has received in response to the article.

'We're less than 50 years removed from "white only" water fountains. Unfortunately, it will take a lot longer than a half-century to root out all the hatred and racial tensions that litter this great nation's history. The only thing that has really changed is the number of people who will openly admit their prejudices. Obama clearly isn't perfect. But even if he were the second coming, it wouldn't make all that much difference. We can't lose sight of the sexism in this country either. The same people who could never accept a black president are in no more of a hurry to pull the lever for a female commander-in-chief either'

Posted by: MrMcQueenNY - ABC News Posting

Memorial Day - 2008

The meaning of Memorial Day -


God Bless America!

'Place To Pee'

Crimson Clover And Buckwheat In Full Bloom

 

 

We primarily use Crimson Clover and Buckwheat as ground cover. It also enriches the soil for gardening.

 

 

When I think of Crimson Clover it takes me all the way back to 1969 - The song/hit was from Tommy James and the Shondells 'Crimson And Clover' Click below and enjoy!

Special Comment - War And Golf

Saturday Night Live - Hillary Humor