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 †
Penn State University removes former Head Coach Joe Paterno statue.
It was dismantled today in disgust and shame following admission that Coach Joe knew of child sex abuse occuring on the campus and within the football complex, yet he never reported the rape and molestation to legal authorities.
Quite the opposite, Penn State athletic officials, including Paterno, ousted President Graham Spanier, Athletic Director Tim Curley and Vice President Gary Schultz intentionally looked the other way since they discovered the sex abuse in 2001. Serial abuser, molester and child rapist Jerry Sandusky sodimized little boys in the athletic department showers on campus as well as at school sponsored functions and activities and was never reported or stopped. Every child rape by Sandusky since 2001 is a consequence of the inaction by Paterno and others.
[…] In a statement released later on Sunday morning, the Paterno family said:
‘Tearing down the statue of Joe Paterno does not serve the victims of Jerry Sandusky’s horrible crimes or help heal the Penn State Community. We believe the only way to help the victims is to uncover the full truth.’
While we are still waiting for the toxicology reports, lets discuss….
A WFTV report shows some aspects of the autopsy performed on Trayvon Martin. FULL AUTOPSY REPORT HERE – The autopsy revealed bruising and cuts to the hands of Trayvon Martin consistent with the statements and accounts of George Zimmerman. The autopsy also revealed that Trayvon had THC in his blood and urine consistent with marijuana use.
In addition the autopsy report revealed moderate beginning signs of brain damage, and mild liver damage associated with prolonged use of DXM or in street lingo “Lean “ in an otherwise healthy young man. 2006 ABC NEWS – It’s more than a drug; it’s a culture. It’s what’s known on the street as “Lean,” a highly addictive cocktail of cough syrup, Juice or soda, and candy (see Watermelon Juice, Skittles, Robitussin) so potent it makes you “lean” over when high.
We have previously outlined extensive research into Trayvon’s well known drug use as discussed with his peers, and the well documented social converstions with his friends about his drug lifestyle. These are not subject to interpretation. They are factual and truthful.
In addition, it should also be noted this is the same autopsy Trayvon Family Attorney Benjamin Crump filed previous court orders (March 6th-7th) to keep out of public review. Crump filed filed injunctions to seal school records, attendance records, disciplinary records, and law enforcement contact records as well as the autopsy.
We have outlined the lies, falsehoods and specific manipulations by various parties associated with the false narrative. For this update, against the backdrop of the autopsy discovery, we will revisit the lies by Trayvon Family Funeral Director Richard Kurtz, and show the agenda driven intent. (more…)
Mail Boxes and Old Barns was a Sunday feature on the Treehouse until the spring of 
2011 when the preparation for our move from Minnesota to Oregon overtook daily schedules and pretty much ended any meaningful writing production. I’m trying to get ready to get writing again….but until then, here is a word picture from my family blog that hasn’t been shared before. It’s somewhat shorter than the MBOB essays, but perhaps long enough to stir up some of your memories. Enjoy.
I’m taken back to warm summer afternoons where I hear the screendoor slam as someone goes in or comes out; where the bike chain slips in its usual way when I take off down the road; where the roller skate key isn’t in its usual place so I have to hunt for it. I’m taken back to a place where there’s koolaid on the back porch and a bowl of fresh peaches that are dipped in sugar between every juicy, messy bite.
Use this thread as an open thread just for Zimmerman Case stuff. A place to just dump, collect, or discuss general information about the Trayvon Martin VS George Zimmerman Case.
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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 †
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Part One: “It’s Not About the Money” (Of course not).
The Oxford Dictionary defines the origin of the concept and word “fiduciary” thusly:
late 16th century (in the sense ‘something inspiring trust; credentials’) : from Latin fiduciarius, from fiducia ‘trust’, from fidere ‘to trust’
The online Legal Dictionary defines “Fiduciary” as (emphasis mine):
1) n. from the Latin fiducia, meaning “trust,” a person (or a business like a bank or stock brokerage) who has the power and obligation to act for another (often called the beneficiary) under circumstances which require total trust, good faith and honesty. The most common is a trustee of a trust, but fiduciaries can include business advisers, attorneys, guardians, administrators of estates, real estate agents, bankers, stockbrokers, title companies or anyone who undertakes to assist someone who places complete confidence and trust in that person or company. Characteristically, the fiduciary has greater knowledge and expertise about the matters being handled.
A fiduciary is held to a standard of conduct and trust above that of a stranger or of a casual business person. He/she/it must avoid “self-dealing” or “conflicts of interests” in which the potential benefit to the fiduciary is in conflict with what is best for the person who trusts him/her/it. For example, a stockbroker must consider the best investment for the client and not buy or sell on the basis of what brings him/her the highest commission. While a fiduciary and the beneficiary may join together in a business venture or a purchase of property, the best interest of the beneficiary must be primary, and absolute candor is required of the fiduciary.
2) adj. defining a situation or relationship in which a person is acting as a fiduciary for another.
Wiki entry: Fiduciary – The Fiduciary Relationship is seen to be based on complete trust, and the Fiduciary is expected to act with complete loyalty and only in the best interests of the client – even if that conflicts with what is in the best interests of the Fiduciary. (more…)
“SCOFF” : an expression of scorn, derision, or contempt; an object of scorn, mockery, or to jeer or mock gleefully …. See Norah O’Donnell
Remember, 2-J’s is from Chicago. CHICAGO!
Chicago – The same town heralded as President Obama’s hometown. Chicago – the same city where Rahm Emanuel, President Obama’s former Chief of Staff is now Mayor. Chicago – where guns are outlawed and have been outlawed for over 28 years. Chicago – Where more people are killed by guns than any city in the U.S.
It will soon be the busiest time of year at the company I work for, and for the past several weeks, I have been screening job candidates and arranging interviews, mostly with young adults, for entry-level or seasonal positions. I find that maybe one in five or so candidates meet my minimum standards for an interview, and very few go on to make a good impression after phone contact and an interview. It seems like some of these young people have been raised in an Occupy camp, but when you draw them out, they come mostly from normal middle class homes, and often Mom or Dad is waiting in the car or the store. Their parents may have even made the first contact, inquiring whether there was a position available. I hope if you have a teenager or even college student seeking employment you have thought through the things you might be able to help them with to seriously seek employment. (more…)