It’s a lonelier place on the other side of the wall; Not as many people in the push-back crew as years past. Lots of righteous blogs called it quits this year; Especially when the November election just proved that most people prefer free stuff, or at least ice-cream over spinach. I don’t blame them folk who rolled up and headed back one bit – we’re surrounded by idiots who appear to be multiplying exponentially. (more…)
Yesterday we shared an article from a Gannett Publication “The Journal News” located in New York. Many persons were, and are, outraged this media publication sought to publish the full names, addresses and contact information of lawful registered gun permit owners – essentially handgun owners.
The lead up article is HERE, and their article with interactive mapping is HERE.
The political ideology of the publication is abundantly evident in their articles, and to a larger sense visible within the editorial board who would advance such a decision to publish information. They hold far-left views.
Their decision to publish the registered gun ownership visibly exemplifies one of the most vocal arguments by Second Amendment advocates who rail against registration. Namely, f a political decision to confiscate was ever carried out only those who have lawfully abided by registration laws would be subject to confiscation. But there’s more. (more…)
The people who walked in darkness
have seen a great light;
upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom
a light has shone.
You have brought them abundant joy
and great rejoicing,
as they rejoice before you as at the harvest,
as people make merry when dividing spoils.
For the yoke that burdened them,
the pole on their shoulder,
and the rod of their taskmaster
you have smashed, as on the day of Midian.
For every boot that tramped in battle,
every cloak rolled in blood,
will be burned as fuel for flames.
For a child is born to us, a son is given us;
upon his shoulder dominion rests.
They name him Wonder-Counselor, God-Hero,
Father-Forever, Prince of Peace.
His dominion is vast
and forever peaceful,
from David’s throne, and over his kingdom,
which he confirms and sustains
by judgment and justice,
both now and forever.
The zeal of the LORD of hosts will do this!
In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus
that the whole world should be enrolled.
This was the first enrollment,
when Quirinius was governor of Syria.
So all went to be enrolled, each to his own town.
And Joseph too went up from Galilee from the town of Nazareth
to Judea, to the city of David that is called Bethlehem,
because he was of the house and family of David,
to be enrolled with Mary, his betrothed, who was with child.
While they were there,
the time came for her to have her child,
and she gave birth to her firstborn son.
She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger,
because there was no room for them in the inn.
Now there were shepherds in that region living in the fields
and keeping the night watch over their flock.
The angel of the Lord appeared to them
and the glory of the Lord shone around them,
and they were struck with great fear.
The angel said to them,
“Do not be afraid;
for behold, I proclaim to you good news of great joy
that will be for all the people.
For today in the city of David
a savior has been born for you who is Christ and Lord.
And this will be a sign for you:
you will find an infant wrapped in swaddling clothes
and lying in a manger.”
And suddenly there was a multitude of the heavenly host with the angel,
praising God and saying:
“Glory to God in the highest
and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”
When I hear that first reading at mass, my heart swells with joy, and I can barely contain my excitement, and my tears. Each family has special traditions and observations that make the holiday a holy day, and a truly memorable day, unique to them. I think we Treepers have managed to forge bonds, and find traditions of our own, drawing strength from each other, sharing the bad times and the good, making each other laugh, and praying for the needs we present here to our friends.
Merry Christmas Treepers, from each and every one of the Admins here in the Tree. God bless us every one.
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL.
For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever and ever. Amen †
(BigFurHat @iOTW writes) I read a story a couple of days ago about a young man in Australia that was relegated to the back row for a class picture. The kid’s name was Luke Smith. He’s 11. I’ve been in the back row, we all have. But we can stand.
Look at this picture:
I have no idea what this school was thinking. This is idiotic and the Smith family was saddened and outraged. So am I.
BFH steps in to save the day – CLICK HERE
We sincerely wish each of you a wonderful holiday season and best wishes for the new year.
We read, and greatly appreciate, your positive comments and support. Although I really do not believe it appropriate to routinely respond, every thoughtful, sincere expression of support is greatly appreciated.
Thank you for all you have accomplished in seeking justice through seeking the truth. George is simply one individual. However, his case clearly exemplifies the necessity that we not accept widely reported ‘facts’, but aggressively seek the truth.
Three days ago was our 37th wedding anniversary. Christmas will soon be here. Although we will celebrate the true meaning of Christmas, there can really be no heartfelt celebrations for us. We simply look forward to a time, hopefully in the near future, when our family can somehow attempt to rebuild our lives.
Sincerely,
Robert Zimmerman
The following letter was written by the sister of Father Luke Suarez of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Newtown, CT:
My friends,
All of you, I am sure, have heard so much about the tragedy in Newtown, CT. Many of you have received emails from me about my younger brother, Father Luke Suarez, who is a priest at St. Rose of Lima parish, a Catholic church just down the road from Sandy Hook Elementary.
He, and his pastor, Monsignor Weiss, arrived at the school within moments of the shooting, and have been caring for the community ever since. The picture I have included was taken at the school. (more…)
Watch through the entire video to hear the response from the NYSE Trading Floor – People, it’s time the needle of opposition moves firmly and decisively in the RIDICULE Direction. It’s a spending issue – A Spending Issue. What are you willing to cut?
Lemme see if I can predict the prog logic. It’s all George Bush’s fault, guns are to blame and people who are not shopping are…
Let’s hope the economic turn away from “stuff” is met with a purposeful turn toward “fellowship and faith”. Alas, the most likely outcome is for Progs to demand that Obama fill the void and put government subsidized presents under their trees…. it’s only fair.
OBAMANOMICS WORLD – Nowhere was the traffic void this weekend more evident than the Saks flagship store in New York City, with sales down 20 percent.
Just Wednesday I warned on CNBC’s “Street Signs,” business at Saks seemed particularly slow going into holiday. The level of markdown inventory the week before Super Saturday told the story, as did the ability to hear a pin drop during a 60 percent off sale. Sales associates are simply at a loss to explain why the customer has not shown up. Some are telling me this is the worst they have seen during their career with the company. (more…)