Obama's Just A Man, A Good Man, Not The Anti-Christ
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Here I am To Save the Day!
I Can Still Tell The Difference Between Light and Dark
Look, I'm not an expert, let's make that clear. Not that I even had to say it, but I wanted to show some humility, which in my humble opinion some people are lacking, as they call our newly elected President, Barack Obama, the most evil of names.
Obama is not the boogey man.
If you know one and one is two, then you ought to be able to figure this out. Why are we fearing common sense? The end of time may be near, I don't know. I have a pretty keen sense of reasoning and discernment, and I just know that unless God wants to trick us all, he's not going to run the "anti-christ" against an unqualified Vice President candidate who has only the power of ridiculous thinking, and a Presidential choice of a person who has poor thinking skills and reasoning ability, and absolutely no ability to help this nation out of our current crisis. If the Anti-Christ is ever going to be on the Presidential ticket, the choice is going to be harder than anyone can imagine; 2 up and shining people, decisions, decisions, decisions! It's going to be really hard to tell, and even then I don't think we're all going to be fooled. After all, how can God say "Why didn't you choose Joe Six Pack here, instead of Golden Angel?" if He doesn't give us a way to tell who's who?
Would you say to your child, "Choose Pepper." And, then punish your child for choosing Sugar, when it looked just like Pepper?
And, anyway, don't you think the AC is going to have a less scarey name, like Joe Six Pack, or Joe the Plumber, or George or John or Bill or Bob, or Dick? I'd be much more worried if we had elected someone named Steve, even.
This last choice was clearly a difference between candidates. You could even say we had the choice between "good" vs "evil" if you desire, but that should especially show you Obama is not the Anti-Christ! When we choose between the Anti-Christ and "Good," we won't be able to see the difference very easily.
The lines will be blurred between good and bad; not indistinguishable, but blurred. These lines were not blurred. If you were for McCain, you would probably agree that to you, the lines were not blurred. When we make the choice between the AC, and the Good Guy, even choosing the Good Guy we will admit the choice is difficult. McCain supporters do not believe the choice was difficult nor do the Obama supporters. No blurred lines.
How do I know? Do I have a hot line to heaven? Do I have the magical blueprint of the future? Yes and no. My hotline helps me with my own life, not the nation's. My blueprint of the future helps me with my own life, not the nation's, not your life. Beyond helping others in general, we're the pilot of our own ship, not the world.
You see, unless you're a prophet, you just don't speak for the world however, God will give you information, but I don't think we can put a lot of meaning into it beyond that of your own life.
Here's the deal, and I'll keep it simple and brief, as I'll probably lose your attention soon, because who cares what Marisue thinks? I don't blame you, it's ok, we're just talking here, right?
Truth is reason. Therefore, let us be reasonable.
It is reasonable to think the following:
- When the antichrist comes, he's going to be up against a really good other choice, so much so, that it will be very difficult to decipher between 2 good choices of whatever it is that we are choosing. After all, are we sure the AntiChrist is going to be the President of the US? Well, for this dicussion, let's assume so. If the AC (anti-christ) was going to be the choice between him and a bad choice, then God is tricking us by saying "You're screwed either way. Either choose the bad guy, or choose the Anti-Christ...that's the deal." I think it's safe to assume God's not going to trick us. I think it's also sensible to assume that McCain/Palin was not the good choice, since one can barely speak coherently, well wait, neither could speak coherently...in any case, the lines of choices were not blurred. I know I've said that several times now, but it's the main point.
- Next, let's take a look at Obama. He's smart, he's sensible, he has a plan, he wants to help. Granted, we're not used to that lately. But having a brain and will power and discipline is not bad, it's just strange to see it in the White House. Why is the world so involved and hopeful? Because we have global issues. NOT because Obama has cast a devil spell on the world. It matters who is President this time, more than ever, as Bush (who was not such a good thing for America - if we want to talk "evil" we might be able to go down that road for many miles) has sliced and diced our economy, our relationships in the world, our security, our energy, our jobs, and ignored everything he didn't destroy. Good choice for the country? We can hardly think so.
- We can not stand the mistakes McCain and Palin would have brought to this country with her lack of knowledge, and McCain's erratic thinking, so it's pretty safe to say that even though you may really like them, it's just not reasonable to say that's the best God could come up with to run against the Anti-Christ. Sorry, but it's reasonable to think we're going to have a harder decision than this past one, when the time comes.
- Obama was elected by a good majority, and we have hope but we're not hypnotically going about the day praising him incessantly. Not only will there be false Gods, but I think we might expect, by contrast, a few false devils and accusations of evil.
As concerned citizens we have obligations:
1. Obama is a thinker. All Obama's team members are thinkers. The Anti-Christ will be a thinker. Not all thinkers are an Anti-Christ. True or False? True. Come on, logic 101.
2. We need not fear all thinkers. Our country needs thinkers. It would be good if we didn't spread gloom and doom while trying to espouse vast religious knowledge of evil incarnate. Any knowledge we possess will be for guiding our own life, not the world. Be glad you didn't get that job, and I for one am glad you didn't get that job. I'm not willing to follow anyone just because they quote scripture. The scriptures are full of reasons not to do that.
3. Instead of worrying about the sky falling, occupy yourself with ways to be a good citizen by helping someone. If I'm wrong and we're all doomed, tricked by a God who gave us one choice of merely appearing to be good, and one choice of a truly confused candidate, and you're then caught up in the air in the middle of helping someone, where's the wrong?
4. While you're on earth, write your Congressman. Stay aware of issues that pertain to your life. That's good.
5. Why not decide to help the President? How nice it would be to drop Obama a supportive note and say, "Do your best, let me know how I can help the nation in our time of need." And then listen for his answer. Even God would tell you that's a good thing to do, yes?
6. If you could do something to help the nation, instead of wasting time scaring the less secure, what would you like to do? How about asking your God for help deciding? I'm pretty confident God's going to say "help your neighbor, let me take care of the world." God always likes us to start at home, don't you think?
I used to have the "onry-est" Uncle. I never think of him that I don't remember how he spent his time with me. He never asked about my day, or helped my blind mother, or gave my dad a helping hand, or told me what he did that helped another. I really don't remember him ever doing anything that impressed me.
However, he was really good at taking advantage of my childhood fears and scaring me to death with his spooky stories. True or not, he told them. He got some strange pleasure out of preaching gloom and doom and fear. What good did he bring about? Did I or anyone else ever feel better for his presence or words? Was anyone lifted up? Changed for the better, enlightened?
No. I lost sleep, avoided him and the only thing he taught me was that fear divides, cuts away from the whole, and gives no strength.
If you're determined to believe the Anti-Christ is alive and well and staying in Chicago for now, here are
Simple Solutions to living when the Anti-Christ reigns:
- Do good work. Try to help others.
- Be of good cheer and spread it around.
- Love each other and especially your family.
- Clean your house. Well, that matters.
- Be true to those you love. That matters more.
- Quit looking for Evil, it only begets more of it.
- Be prepared, even if the world isn't quite ready for the rapture, we may go to our reward sooner than we think. No one owns tomorrow, on earth.
- Realize we, yes each of us, could be wrong.
- Because we could be wrong, and make mistakes, be humble.
- Realize good isn't spread while spreading fear or calling people really strong names, when we could, after all, BE WRONG.
- And, might I add these 5 questions: 1) "Don't you feel the tiniest bit bad about calling this man such a horrible name? 2)Don't you even think that if you're wrong, you're really doing harm? 3)And, if you're right, what strength are you lending to the situation? 4)And since you are more likely to be wrong, than right, don't you think you should be part of the solution to America's problems, instead of calling a man probably the worst name in history? 5)Would you have even considered calling him the name I can barely make myself say, if he was white, a republican? 6) Don't you even feel a litle bit ridiculous and ashamed of yourself?" Sorry, that was 6 questions. This man is a father and husband. You should feel more than ashamed, what you are doing is just plain wrong...maybe evil.
Where to spend your time, when time is short? Helping someone, what a nice thought.
-Obama, this average American on the ground has got your back. Hang in there and while you dedicate your life and sacrifice your time to clean up the Bush Crumbs, I'll hold the dustpan.
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You are right - he is neither the so called anti christ or a secret (fill in the blank) agent. When some people invest their entire lives into making a prophecy come true, they see the "signs" everywhere, even in the sun in the morning and the moon at night.
Since when did Christianity take such a weird and strange turn to the gloomy side?
Cheers!
Chef Jeff
Cheers to that.
Hi Len...A voice of reason, in unreasonable times..is what we all should run to. =)) thanks for stopping by!! come back soon! =))
Hi Chef Jeff, I think Christians want the rapture, but I still have dirty dishes in the sink.
I'm not trying to be flippant, I just want us to see how a drop of "reason" blows the AC theory out the window. Can America not just have few good years without people saying it's the end of time? I mean, can't we even try to clean up the planet and get back few jobs first? What was Bush? A vacation??? geeez, poor Obama, he's got some heavy burdens, but somehow I think he'll just get down to business of helping our country and the world a bit. =))
come back soon!!
Hey marisue, is this true? Are people really saying Obama is the antichrist? I don't know whether to laugh or cry. The world get's weirder by the minute. Well ay least I know you're sane....
Hi Countrywomen, I do think we all just need to take a deep breath and realize it's ok to breathe fresh air, it's not evil to have a good president with good intentions. just breathe. =)) I know people are scared, we have big problems, let's help Obama solve them. thanks for reading!!!
Hi CJ, yep, as i live and breathe there are many who are shouting it from the housetops, it's just so hard for them to accept he's a mere mortal, with a message of hope and common sense, they have to see evil here and a little evil there....
=)) thanks, I'm going to tell my family I have one vote for my sanity. LOL =)) always glad when you stop by!!
The 'shadow' Obama is the Anti Christ hub. Love it!
Hi Lita, I just could "bare" it no more!! Give me truth, give me reason! Let us have our hope, I admit, Bush has wiped out most of it, but Obama is making huge sacrifices to try and clean this mess up, he needs us to help him! Where was the outcry of evil while Bush was reeking havoc??
thanks for reading and commenting!!! =))
Marisue - Its going to be a difficult task but yet Iam hopeful and not gloomy about the future.
CJ- Yes there are some hubs which conclude that obama is the "antichrist" and that is a very worrying thought: http://hubpages.com/hub/antichristourtime?comment=
Thank you for the link, countrywomen. You know, we have so much at stake and nothing is gained by this kind of defeatist talk that some are so bent preaching. they may have concerns and I would ask them to seek answers and look to the future with hope and solutions for our nation. Obama is giving up a lot and needs our support. Why anyone would want this job is amazing - we should all try to be part of the solution.
=)) I too, look to the future with hope and feel so much lighter as i know we have a President soon who will help carry our burdens. We need health care, jobs, homes, and help for the environment, and friends across the ocean. =))
I don't know whether to feel angry or sad, at the ignorance of some folks who spread fear because they cannot handle the new. I am happy you wrote this hub- its like a light of reason entering the dark halls of fear and boggy man stories. I wonder how Obama and his family feel in being called the Anti Christ- he may be very professional, but he is human; guess he knew that there would be support but also great resistance in his becoming a President by the segment of our society that does not embrace diversity.
Oh marisue- I don’t know anyone who claims Obama is the anti-christ. And though I did not vote for him, he is my president now, and I will give him my full support.
That said; when he pursues legislation that I do not agree with I will be the first to speak up. I am still curious to know what he plans to do with the detainees in Gitmo when he closes the facility.
I do fear that his ideas will not be beneficial to the country, and I am very worried about his potential Supreme Court appointments.
Time will tell whether Obama is able to live up to the hype, and for the sake of this country, I hope you are right. The fact that he is bringing back nearly the entire Clinton cabinet gives me pause. Maybe Sandy Berger can get those FBI files back into the archives now without stuffing them into his pants.
This is definitely not the kind of change I was expecting.
Marisue, you might find this interesting:
"The coming of the Antichrist was tensely awaited during the middle ages.. In 1096 Pope Urban said that, since the tyrant's arrival was imminent and the Holy Land would be the centre of his power, it was crucial that Christians expel the Moslems from Jerusalem. Thus he launched the First Crusade.
"Then, Satan became ‘the father of the Jews’, and bloody persecution ensued. But while most people believed that the Antichrist was to be a Jew, there were many who believed that he would be the son of a bishop or a nun... and an anticlerical movement was born.
"During the Reformation it comes as no surprise to discover that Protestants regarded the Pope as the Antichrist while Catholics considered him to be Luther."
Do you see a pattern, lol?!!
Teddy Roosevelt's name added up to 666 or something, so he was Satan and Kennedy and even Jimmy Carter then Reagan were called the Anti-Christ. Go figure.
The bottom line is: the anti-Christ will do things that are anti Christ, i.e., against what Christ would have done. Logically speaking, Obama can't be the anti-Christ unless he is filled with hate or revenge or he is anti-love and compassion, which he is not. He seeks to unite rather than to divide.
I read and thought a lot about this, because the allegations I heard came from people who talk about God all the time and I wanted to figure it out the best I could.
One article I found while researching this admonished Christians: "we are specifically told in 2 Peter 1:20 “…that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation.”
Man's ability to assign the title, "antiChrist" to any person is not advisable because we can't possibly have all the information! We cannot know the mind of God, so why try to second guess it? We could end up with more witch hunts, etc.
Thanks for addressing mankind's disturbing tendency to externalize our very personal evil tendencies. I admire your passion. (Oops, sorry this is so long. I didn't realize until I printed it out that I had gotten a bit carried away. You obviously hit a chord.)
All I can say is "God Bless America...the land that I Love...Stand beside her and guide her"...you know the rest??...G-Ma :o) Hugs
I believe some one is feeding themselves a load of rubbish.
I could believe if there is an Antichrist it may be Bush.
I think the next bogey man is coming from Europe. England has had her chance, America tried to be the Super Nation and now Europe is flexing their united muscles.
Nice hub, but I especially enjoyed #11 because your questions are so valid. I do not believe Obama is the AC, nor do I think we should be putting him up on a pedestal. He is one man, sure he's president-elect of the U.S., but still just one person. Change takes more than one person, so you are right that we should all start at home. It just so happens his home will be the White House (yea!). But if he can inspire more people to help create change, that makes him a pretty amazing man.
You speak for many of us frustrated by the illogical statements by those with whom we share the pew. As I stated in my hub "In Defense of Obama," I am a Christian, but even I have to wonder what some believers are smoking. That's all I'm going to say.
Thank you for this hub marisue. I was reading an essay in the NYT recently that said that every time there's a serious economic downturn it brings out end times wackiness and not too long after that people start lashing out at blacks, Jews, and anybody they perceive as different. It happened in the 1890s and again in the 1930s. Some people don't handle these kinds of challenges very gracefully.
Thanks for injecting some common sense into the whole discussion.
BTW have you read Revelations? It doesn't 'reveal' very much! lol! It reads like something somebody wrote on a bad acid trip. How anyone could get 'Obama is the anti-Christ' out of it is way beyond me!
Good hub, as always, Marisue. BUT - and you knew there would be one, didn't you? I'm concerned that all of the thinking, non-crazies who are working to talk some common sense into all the anti-christ rhetoric, though their hearts are in the right place, are simply giving more power to it. As Hollywood knows very well: there's no such thing as "bad press."
The sure-fire killer of hate is simply to ignore it. Give it no voice. Give it no serious acknowledgement. The more press it is given, the more power it will take on.
Barack Obama is a good man. His actions will debunk most of the haters. For those he doesn't, who cares? You cannot teach a closed mind.
E.M. Foster, the author of "A Passage to India," wrote a non-fiction book called, "Two Cheers For Democracy." In the preface, he said, "All governments are odious. Democracy is less odious, so two cheers for democracy, but three cheers for the Grand Republic." He goes on to describe his notion of the Grand Republic, and it turns out to be the body of people who believe and think as you have demonstrated in this hub, people with caring hearts and level headedness. For him...and for me...it is this Grand Republic that makes life worthwhile. I truly do believe we have in this president-elect Obama a member of our Grand Republic. Although, to be clear about all this, he is still a politician [which is not a bad thing to my way of thinking] and a true politician, one who practices the way a physician practices his/her talents, gifts, and abilities, must make decisions that serves the good of all. Bush was not that kind of politician, he was a false politician, he served only the good of his own kind. So, not all of us will always be happy with the way Obama will govern. We must support and trust him to be making decisions that serve the good of the nation, even if we feel our own individual interests are sometimes neglected. May all those who believe themselves to be members of the Grand Republic, please step forward.
Well done Marie-Sue,
This certainly makes far more cheerful and sensible reading than that other parcel of nonsense currently doing the rounds. Who knows what manner of President Obama will turn out to be, but he'd certainly have to go some to do worse than Bush!
Hi violetSun, thnk you!! I was silent for a bit, as I saw a few other hubs and some other articles making the crazy news...but finally I felt inspired to write about common sense and helping our nation, which none of the "sky is falling" rhetoric accomplishes. Even if the sky is falling, who could stop it? Everyday that dawns is a chance to make the world a better place and it begins by recognizing a man who wants to do good things. He's not perfect, no one is, we may not agree with all his programs, but it will be good to be able to get medical care, (which we can do much better than other programs out there, as they learn from us and we can learn from them, and I don't mind paying for it....), good to be able to find a job, good to be able to feel we have friends around the world who can help us fight terrorism, good to be able to see healthy energy policies, good to hear from a President who recognizes the pain and struggle of most Americans.
=)) thanks for reading and sharing, and come back soon!!
Hi Audacious, I'm glad to see you. You are right that we should express ourselves and watch what Congress or the President does. We should have been doing that always and I fear I have been negligent. But thanks to Bush, I have learned a valuable lesson.
I don't fear the Clinton Cabinet appointments, Clinton had good sense, and these people are quite intelligent, plus Obama is a new captain of the American Ship, tho' the waters are turbulent, he is not afraid to have voices around him that give advice. I don't think he'll put just "yes" men in place, but unity with common sense opposition will get things accomplished.
By all means, express yourself to him and congress!! That is our right and we should exercise it!!
Always glad to have your comments, ever onward we go! =)) come back soon, Audacious!
Story, always glad to hear your remarks, no worry about the length!! =)) thanks for lending that bit of blast from the past....it's interesting to see how much people have cried "evil!" over the years, centuries. Of course, one day someone will be right and they'll turn to us and say "see!!" LOL
I agree, we all just need to keep calm and stay working on good things for our dear earth and society. Breeding hate and resentment is no good for anyone.
I prefer to leave Prophecy to God, as He seems to be the only ONE to understand it. LOL
Sufficient to the day is the evil thereof. yes? I have enough on my plate as my 2 sons now have joined the other 4million having to file for unemployment. They took their pink slips like a man, I was very proud of them. They only fear "fear" and so look forward with determination. (maybe a chip off the ol' block? LOL Just when I think they don't know anything, they outshine me.) =)) ever onward, thanks again for your great contribution and comments to this hub!! come back soon!
Hi G-ma, yep, =) America is going to make it!! Thanks for reading my dear, and come back soon!!
Hi Mr. Marm. well I think Bush came pretty close to as much bad as I ever want to see leading this nation. I shiver and shake when I think of all the harm he and cheney have caused.
I hope we can't blame the AC on Europe, or US, and I really think we've got so much work to do, we cant' be worrying about him too much. He'll probly sneak up on me when I don't have my make up on, and serves him right, that will scare him outta here, believe me. LOL ok, I'm making fun of it, but sigh, we can't stop "him" from coming, so we might as well go on about our business.
thanks always for reading and happy holidays to you and all of those who've stopped by here to read or comment!!!
Hi Stacie, you know you hit upon something I want to emphasize. Obama brings many skills to the White House, not the least of which is his ability to give hope and inspire. Some people have mistakenly called that "empty rhetoric" or talk, but they are missing a critical component of successful leadership. People, large groups, and individuals, need and respond to vision. Platitudes are part of success and growth. Christ talked in huge platitudes, and frequently. Platitudes and vision give us energy and hope which gives us more energy. Energy allows us to solve problems and think clearly.
Obama doesn't stop there, he is disciplined, and humble enough to ask others for help.
We can have a great journey of cleansing and finding solutions, if we dare to dream and then walk the talk. I think we can!!
Without vision, the people perish, I think the last 8 years are as close as we want to come to a leader without vision.
thanks for your comment and come back soon!!
Very good hub on a timely topic. There was a man who came into our work and strangled an elderly lady because he was so upset about Obama winning. He was just insistent the end of the world was coming because he knew Obama was going to win in the weeks coming up to the election, so he started to say things that scared me a little. He told me he was more righteous than other people and things like this. It was a shame because he had seemed like such a nice man up until that point, but he let the election get way into his head. I never thought he would have been the type of person to attack a nice elderly lady, but that is how crazy his thoughts became. He may have already had some mental issues in his mind, but I believe people who call anyone the anti-Christ are losing it just a little. Yes this is part of Christian belief and theology, but go take a religious course and discuss this concept, but do not accuse presidential candidates of being one. To me it comes down to the color of skin. As a Californian I spent time in Kansas and I did experience racism. I look quite a bit Arabic like my dad's side of the family and some of my family members made rude comments to me. My step-grandmother, who I feel I was never connected to, used to ask me if I was a Jew or an Arab because I did "not look like them". This same lady also used to complain about integration and a street being named after Martin Luther King. She wanted to go back to pre-1960's America and let everyone know this. I see a lot of misplaced anger in people calling Obama the anti-Christ. I also see that many tend to be Caucasian, and it is almost as if these people are calling him that because they know they cannot call him something worse, or a term that is not acceptable today. If you think Obama is not the right choice for president, then start thinking about why you feel this way. John McCain lost the election for a reason, and it has nothing to do with Obama being the anti-Christ. It was the do with McCain's policies of wanting the war in Iraq to last indefinitely and to continue many of the policies of Bush. Sadly I think our country had made several steps back when Bush came into office. Many people that used to be die hard Republican have changed their political party to Democrat because of his actions. It is one thing to love your religion and respect it, we all should respect others. However, there tends to be a right, right wing Christian extremism that is sweeping the Republican party. Each person's views in a party are influencing the perception people have of the entire party, and making nutty comments about Obama being the anti-Christ is surely not helping their cause. Most mainstream Republican may not have wanted McCain, but I hardly hear them refer to the man as the anti-Christ.
Hi Penmanzee, so good to have you stop by. You are so right, come on fellow Christians, we don't have to panic everytime something happens to our economy. Our new President has a lot on his plate, and we need to be supporting and helping and realizing we may not agree with everything he's going to have to do....but we're in a heck of a mess, and it's going to take some drastic measures to repair this huge crack in our system and economic situation, plus the wars, plus our behind the times energy plan, we'll get there but not until we put aside silliness.
Hi pgrundy, not only have I read Revelations, I understand none of it. And, that's ok, but when someone on the ground that is probably a lot like me comes up and begins to talk as one who understands, I can't help but think "uh, huh, you and what heavenly army gave you this info?"
Even if they were to be right, what they are doing by screaming names at Obama is wrong. And, THEY ARE NOT RIGHT. It's very harmful and dangerous to use that kind of language - what does it accomplish? We don't have time for nonsense, we need our energy spent on having hope. My two sons lost their job 2 days ago. I felt so worried for them, but then proud. They didn't panic, they just decided what changes this would bring into their lives, they sounded so mature.
They know the economy is rough, but they can relocate, we have a leader coming, and they feel good. They voted, they saw the issues and thought about their choices, and never asking our opinion, since they know it all now that they're 21 and 22, they made their own choice. OBAMA! They have vision and hope for their life, yet they know it could be rough in the next few years, they are squaring their shoulders and "Plowing straight ahead." No panic....no name calling. Just smart thinking, and effort.
Thank you always for reading and commenting Pam!! =)) come back soon!
Hi Constant, and you are right, I debated and delayed my response to a hub that claims Obama is the AC, finally I decided to reply and try to insert a common sense remark or two. I hate even the word AC...and think any publicity these people get comes at a price.
I think they word AC should be used seldom, and those who use it loosely should be criticized for it, yet it is also wise to let them die a painful death of being ignored. But you know me, it's hard to keep me quiet for too long.
Altho, in my own defense, I was recognized in a restaurant the other day by some bankers who had met me at the Chamber events through my job....and guess what? They said they remembered me for being funny and sticking to less than the 30 seconds allowed for our moment of advertising our business. Who knew that Marisue could be remembered for being "brief!" HHHHA! and they said it couldn't happen!!
Always glad when you stop by, Constant, how are you anyway? hope all is well...and come back soon, and that's an order!! LOL =))
Hi Vitaeb, so glad you stopped by to read and comment. You have my agreement. I like your comments about "grand Republic" and you are so right we have been greatly harmed by Bush. I am afraid he will be known as the worst president in our history. If we weren't suffering so from his lack of leadership and selfishness, I could feel very sorry for him. His arrogance, his stupidity, his lack of caring and attention even now has hurt millions.
Our response to 911 failed under his guidance. We needed to pursue the ones who attacked us, and instead, we created more wars. We have shaken the hornets nest, with no thought as to how to deal with the mad hornets when they came after us. How many times have we told our own children that it is wise to walk away and live to fight another day when we are more prepared and ready?
I grieve for what has been done, and look forward to even the struggles ahead as we create solutions. Americans can sacrifice, when the leadership is healthy and meaningful, with good purposes!
thanks again and come back soon!! =))
marisue, so sorry about your sons' jobs. My partner Bill lost his job here and now drives 60 miles to Grand Rapids to work--he was one of only 10 people who had enough seniority to be offered a job with the same company in another city--all the rest just lost their jobs and they shut the place down. The bank I stewed about leaving for so long went down about two week after I quit. It's getting ugly, but there is a sort of calm that comes over a person when it's something this big. We take it day by day and we'll do what we have to do--that's all anyone CAN do. All this end times stuff is so uselss and distracting. Hang in there.
hi Amanda, I hope we don't expect perfection from Obama, no one could be that! I do expect a more open government, and honest effort from this man. He is disciplined, he does not let the press "pressure" him or respond to silliness or petty criticism. He keeps focused on our problems. He has my support. I have hope, with a good dose of reality. Things are going to get worse before it gets better, and he has told us that as well. He does not want us to expect instant miracles and gratification with such serious problems.
I am just amazed we, as a nation, allowed Bush to do this to us. But, I for one, really didn't know how to stop it. None of us did, but I bet we're more aware from here on out!! =))
thanks always Amanda, for reading and commenting!! =)) come again!
Hi Pgrundy, thank you for your kind thoughts. The boys have a good attitude, but I also know it's the rush of adrenalin that comes when disaster strikes. However, you're right, we just have to keep going and thinking of what would be good to do. In a way, this has pushed them to relocate in Okla, which is what we all want to do.
So the bank went down, huh? I'm so glad you got out of there, I'll bet you're feeling so much more at peace. Even with less money, having work that doesn't eat your energy is much better!
We are working on plans to have an easier life, maybe less money, but we'll be ok. Right now, our paycheck is being divided among many family members, we're just glad we've got it to give. =)) thanks again, Pam!!
Hi SweetiePie, thank you for all your thoughtful comments. I'm surprised at the level of prejudice, but I think this was Obama's time and the time for our nation! So fitting that a black President would help take us to new levels of solutions and progress. I am proud to be alive during this great moment in history. I believe much prejudice will die a needed death during this next 4 years as they see this man work so hard for his country.
I suppose some will always feel the way they do, mainly because they refuse to even label their feelings correctly. Until they say "Yes, I'm prejudice and need to work on it..." it won't leave their soul/heart/mind.
We can be part of the solution, or part of the problem. On my anamericanday.com site, I blogged about the Republicans who see the need for them to change their party, to just register Democrat and save the energy of re-inventing the wheel. LOL
Across the media, Republican powerheads have been talking about the need to "relate more to the working people; provide a better energy plan, bring the tropps home from Iraq, maybe Palin wasn't qualified after all; vote in some regulations for big corp and oil,...." blah blah blah. In other words, be more like the Democrats?
Course, the Democrats aren't perfect, they've certainly been part of the problem over the years, but this time, they got it right, and the Republicans got spanked, and now are whining, to use Phil Gramms term.
=)) awww. I don't really think either party is the best, but neither are the Republicans so close to God. security, protecting the country and economy as they have professed over the years. They'll have to eat the last 8 years, they should be "man" enough to say they goofed and get on with helping us get over it.
+)) thanks SWP and come back soon!!!
I always heard that the AC was going to be from Rome. Either Italy or the area surrounding, and he was supposed to be super fair skinned and "beautiful" or someting. Top that off with virtually every theory of the antichrist being the guy who will ndoubtedly unite the world and Obama doesn't even come close.
Thanks Marisue, good hub!
Very true, no party is the best, but neither is either party closer to God. Ironically, each religious group has their own interpretation of the anti-Christ. Jehovah's Witnesses think it is all government and thus do not participate in it and the Amish also prescribe to this way of thinking. People might think it is extreme to go to this length, but I also believe it is extreme when Obama detractors call him the anti-Christ. Those Nobama tshirts and lawn signs also strike me as the same crazy type of thinking. None of this sends a positive message, but I know many people have decided not to vote Republican anymore because of it. Historically we tend to fare much better economically under Democratic presidents, at least since the end of the second world war.
Hi T.keeley, Hmm....if i could fast order him, I'd choose tall dark and handsome, LOL
I agree, Obama has his hands full, and being the AC is not on the list.
=)) he's inherited such a mess, you know I read that he really prayed and contemplated over not running for President, he knew the change it would bring to his life, and the heavy burden he would bear...but he felt in the end, he should. Not a perfect man, thank goodness, so we don't have to be perfect either. Just a man, with a plan, and with a conscience!! Isn't that refreshing! -=
=)) thanks always tk, for stopping by, reading and lending your opinions!! =)) come back soon!
Hi Marisue,
I know nothing of American politics but i find it very strange that America was at war with a muslim named Osama to electing a new president and muslim called Obama!..This is weird and wonderful, and i hope he can really make not just a change, but a change for the better!
Hi SWP, I wonder how people who go to that extreme really feel in their minds? How can they even think what they are doing is beneficial. Man, the world is full of extremists. Scarey.
I was pretty mad at Bush, but never got to that level - tho' my husband often said he should be impeached. I wonder even now, with Cheney's indictment if this is only the beginning. While part of me wants them to pay for their crimes of what could be called treason and fraud and torture, among other charges, the other part of me sees it as a very sad day in our history.
=)) ever onward tho' to a brighter day I'm thinking!
Hi compu-smart...I hope Obama will find Osama, he's committed to that he says. And, he says he's a Christian, and I'm taking his word for it. Even if he wasn't, that's not my concern, many good intelligent people call themselves by many other names for religious reasons. That's between that person and their God. =)) Obama is going to try his best to strengthen this nation and I believe him!
I never would believe you being recognized as "brief." Is there a different time definition where you live? Isn't an hour the same as, like, 30 seconds every place else? (Was I supposed to just let that gem go!?) We're going to need some evidence.... In Pacific Time.
;-) I kill me!
I'm doing Ok, thanks for asking. Learning a lot about inner ear damage.
Hey CW, 30 seconds is 30 seconds. !! =)) it's twue, it's twue.
Ya, but people on the East Coast do everything slower, so time is calibrated accordingly. What you THINK is 30 seconds is really 30 minutes everywhere else. It's supposed to be a secret, known only to us West Coasters (cool name for a roller coaster!), but I couldn't help it. So, there you go. The cat's outta da bag!
uh huh, well we in Fla are pretty fast allright. hahaha either way, I was remembered for being brief in their book. ha it is strnge tho. I'm normally remembered for other things, of which I will not reveal. (cuz I can't think of any....)
Great stuff, Marisue. It is really frustrating to have all these crazy accuzations flying around. I understand why they go on like this - the psychological reasons - and still I am baffled. Thanks for writing this article. A brief note to CW, referencing something he said way up there somewhere, there is such a thing as bad press (that saying has long been a pet peeve of mine). For example, a bad review in the N.Y. Times will close a Broadway Play costing its producers millions of dollars. Now that's bad press!
Hi Chris, Very true, not always is "any press" good press. My mother and dad were fond of saying in the 60's that bad times call for good people everywhere to speak up and speak out.
I do hate to give credence to ridiculous beliefs that tend to frighten folks, but I end up trying to put the fears to rest. What we need to worry about is making a living, helping others, being kind, being respectful, being grateful, and being busy. =))
It's time for Americans to put aside personal differences, religious differences, and make this world of our settle down with sensible plans and procedures. We need a common sense person to lead and we've got him, now we need to "let" him do his job without the name calling. sigh. We'll get there, I know we will if we want to really be a part of the solutions we so desperately need.
you know, I hardly ever pay attention to bad reviews, I like to go and see for myself...but I know what you mean, it can be very damaging, and it's just opinions that are formed by (sometimes) who greases the palm.
I like your formula, "Simple Solutions to living when the Anti-Christ reigns:" which applies whenever AC shows up. That's fantasitic.
I'm not convinced he's a "Good Man", (he is after a all, first and foremost a politician). I have my sincere, honest, reasonable doubts that he's qualified to be president. And with his re-appointment of most of the Clinton adminitration, his "time for change" message may be best described as an exageration.
BUT ... You're right ... to call him AC is probably a bit over the top. I consider myself to be a member of the "Loyal Opposition" with as much empahsis on the word "Loyal" as "Opposition".
Hi BDazzler, thanks for stopping by to read and comment. We don't know just yet what Obama will do, but I think it's safe to say most anything he does will be a huge improvement over what we've had. I'm not too worried about his appointments, I think Obama will give good directions, and will search for good information.
Loyal Opposition is normally quite healthy for a government. I like that phrase!! and thank you for your comments!! come back soon!!
Obama catches Osama! i love it!!
BDazzler you posted almost my thoughts exactly. I hope that Obama can bring about the changes that many people think he will but I have serious doubts. I don't know if any President from either party can save America. And I have yet to hear him or any of the other canidates that ran mention the 33 million hungry Americans including 12 million Hungry American Children. Not one mention. They also did not mention the homeless. What about these issues. Issues that should be addressed but hardly ever are.
And you have to remember a President can only do what the Senate or Congress will allow him to do.
Hi crazyhorsesghost, I'd like to hear more about the name you have chosen. I met the grandson (maybe great, grandson) of Geronimo or at least that's what he said, when I was growing up in alamogordo, new mex, way back in the 60's.
Be sure and write to your congressman regarding the issues you are concerned about...I have much concern about the homeless and hungry right here in our towns, As a foster parent for 20 years, I saw the hidden misery of hungry children, homeless parents, and the abused that often go unnoticed as we send our aide "over there."
As for if some president can save American, one president must try. One has not. =)) thanks always for your comments and please come back soon!! =))
Compu-Smart, "you betcha!" as Palin would say, god, don't ya just want to die when ya hear that? LOL
You Betcha!!! ;)
Man, have you got a lot of time on your hands, or what! fishin', killin' turkeys, huntin' moose and cookin' moose stew, writin' a book, oh yeah and bein' a governor!! and to find me in the process!! =))
You know, Todd takes care of the children for me. He really is a good man and I was blessed to find him.
Well, my husband is a good dad, too, but kids surely need their mom! Who are you really? This is a joke, right? Cuz you landed on someone who is definitely not your fan....tho' I'd still love to talk to ya.
Sarah- You have a great wardrobe and I heard you are donating it(Can I send you my shipping address for delivery)...LOL
Marisue- You sure have become popular beyond the party lines now. So next we can have you run as the President and Sarah again as the VP in 2012...hehe
I am someone you know already on HubPages. If you promise not to tell I will email you and let you know who I really am.
I am on the ticket!! Why not! What's your issue and I'll be sure and bring it up! =)) I think we might ought to give Obama a chance first tho, and Sarah's got Pres on her mind for the next years...so I probly won't get a smell. goshdarnit, I had all the Joe Six Packs lined up, too!
I won't tell, just keep boosting my page rankings !!!! I can use the dough. hahaha too cute.
I will email you later when I sign in with my other account and let you know. ;) I am also working on my first hub too. Titled "The Bridge to HubPages"
I wait with bated breath!!
Oh no, sarah, say it isn't so! You didn't do too well with the first bridge thingy.
marisuewrites it is a name I chose for myself but I also use it to try to bring attention to Leonard Peltier who is a friend of mine and is in prison for a crime he did not commit. Hope you don't mind a link here.
http://www.leonardpeltier.net/
And if anyone wants to they can sign our petition below.
http://www.petitiononline.com/balpsg01/petition.ht
I am Sioux , Cherokee , Irish and German a real mutt you could say.
I write to the entire Congress and Senate on almost a weekly basis. I try to be a real thorn in their sides. Hunger in America really bothers me. I think its a real shame that we have 12 million hungry children here in the USA. The Homeless also bothers me greatly. I work with them on a daily basis. I have really made the hungry and homeless my full time work. I get up every day with the ideal in mind of how can I make their life better that day. I also do work on the Sioux and Cherokee Reservations. And sometimes live there for months at a time. On the two reservations.
Sarah - Btw I haven't yet received any confirmation whether I would be a beneficiary of your donations. Last time it was Bridge to nowhere now bridge to hubpages. Is hubpages=nowhere..LOL
Marisue - I know you need the dough to keep your presidential campaign running(Its going to be the new age campaign on Hubpages like never seen before)...hehe
Hi Crazyhorsesghost - I used to teach foster care principles to the Choctaw Tribe in Oklahoma, to name one. I am also part Cherokee, and Iroquois, tho' barely a 16th I imagine. I found the tribe to be quite interesting to work with, I had to learn a lot about their customs, they did not accept me right away, but when they did, it was for life. A great memory for me...
I'm sorry about your friend, I'll take a look at the link!
Hi Countrywomen, I have not made the formal announcement, would probly not get many votes, but it would be a super dooper campaign, I will try to please everyone, which means I'll have to widen my beliefs. I think that's what politicians do? ahahha oh yes, I'll need a secretary of treasurer, as I hope to do at least half as well as Obama did on the contributions!!
Sarah can give me pointers with the shopping! =))
Right on Marisue! I think it's an abomination to call Obama this- has our society become so twisted that when someone logical and thinking comes along we have to pervert it in some way?
I totally agree with you- and I pray that people would stop looking for doom and gloom and think about helping their neighbor for a change..
geeezzz.......
thank you Dorsi!! Thank God for clear thinking people. We have a lot of sacrifice and work ahead of us from the last non-thinking President. We surely don't need nutty thinking. And inaccurate interpretation of prophecy.
My gosh, let us be sane and HELPFUL. =)) thanks so much for your comments!! come back soon!
Marisuewrites,
That Sarah Palin is a fakey joke profile. Just wanted to let you know :). I agree with you about the ever onward positive thinking and do not favor extremism on either side. Every Friday night come rain or shine we have protesters on both sides, and both tend to be extreme. I think it would be well if we just focused on the future and put this Bush/Cheney debacle behind us, but I suppose we have to see how things play out.
Thanks for injecting some common sense into this debate, Marisue. From my part of the world (South Africa) Obama lookslike a good man. I was really excited when he won. The first time since 1960 that I have felt excited by a US presidential election! I was totally horrified and non-plussed when the articles started surfacing calling Obama the AC. I can't believe that people can really waste their time (and other people's) on such stuff which, in any case, Jesus warned us not to get involved with.
Love and peace,
Tony
Hi SW, yes, we've all got enough on our plate to keep us busy as we search for solutions and try to survive being bush-whacked these last 8 years. It's a cryin' shame what Obama is going to have to clean up! He needs our support to help solve these problems, not name calling and throwing our hands up in the air wailing and gnashing our teeth. Scarey. My thoughts are "use our energy to help, not destroy." Give me calm!!
Hi Tony!! thank you for your encouragement, and I agree, I felt such excitement when Obama won, I feel so grateful we have a thinker at the healm, someone who cares about our problems and wants to sacrifice his life enough to help!
We need to be calm, and spend our energy wisely, looking for solutions and to the future with gratitude and calm. Thanks for reading and commenting and come back soon!
marisuewrites I am 1/2 Indian , Sioux on Tribal records. Its great that you worked with the Choctaw. I teach reading to adults on the Cherokee reservation and really enjoy it. It takes a lot for any Indians to trust but when they do they can be some of the best friends you have ever had. I collect blankets , coats etc for both the Cherokee and Sioux Reservation and they really appreciate it. I am also a member of A.I.M. ( The American Indian Movement ) and I guess some what of a radical. lol
I to would be excited Obama won but I fear what may happen. There are a awful lot of people from the Clinton Admin joining him and it really makes me wonder. We will have to wait and see what he can do. But I fear real change will not come. I don't think they will let him. We need universal health care badly and we need a new war on poverty and hunger. Most people don't know about the hungry in this country. And you know what a friend of mine told me tonight there are still 12.000 homeless living in downtown New Orleans. But no politician mentioned that either.
I though "W" was the Anti-Christ, the do nothing idiot who can't even play golf and who was selected not elected in 2,000! Now his "First (Stepford Wife) Lady", what's her name? I think her role to society was to pour tea every day for the last 2,920 days? Half way through the days her arm hurt so the black butler did it for her. Barack isn't the booggie man although I thought I saw him on a rerun of "Good Times" once, DYN-O-MITE! Maybe he might know some African Voodoo hoodoo! Lol, that would freak out the racists just a lil' bit! Voodoo economics, lol, remember that?
Hi Crazyhorsesghost...wow, an AIM member...!! =)
Obama will be governing from the middle, he'll use the great brains and they will form new solutions and ideas. Nothing wrong with those experienced selections, we don't need newbies. We'll go in new directions, we have to. He's determined to solve the problem. That determination is a beautiful thing to see.
Have no fear, ..."we will get there...as a people, we will get there...." That is a guided, understanding direction. We must have direction...it's healthy and necessary, and we will do it.
how's that for confidence? !!
Heee heee Paulie very funny!! Bush can't be the AC cuz those who think he's coming around the corner won't accept that the AC is a Republican. They are the only party with God's ear, don't ya know. Frankly, I think the AC is busy elsewhere, but the radicals will never be convinced.
We just need to focus on issues of solutions. I know we will, and keeping our sense of humor is a necessity! With Palin, and Bush, and Cheney, we've got lots of material, when we get thru throwing up in pain and agony over them trashing the country.
But, I'm not bitter. =))
Jeez, listening to outsiders, I understood that George Bush was the anti-Christ. Now, I hear its Obama? Years ago i heard it was Ronald Reagan. (666 = Ronald Wilson Reagan). I don't know who to believe..I guess I'm content not to believe any of them. I gotta go contemplate some more...
I know smutty99 (what a name!!?) I guess maybe there's more than one? Or, some people just need a crisis to fear? Thought we already had enough of those.
=)) what I fear is no health care, no jobs, no money, etc. Obama is going to do his best and that's all we can ask, and it's certainly much more than we had. =)) come back soon!!
Hi Marisue A breath of fresh air in all the doom and gloom conspiracy theory bunkum. I just prefer plain honest straight talking people and you are one them
LOL
Hi sixtyorso, thank you!! I wanted to cut thru the hype and get to the heart or "spirit" of the matter, which is helping our country focus on solutions and a better future! Our President, this go around, is trying to help and I hope we all get on board!
Always a brighter moment when you comment on my hubs!! =)) Hope your Holidays coming up will be as bright as the positives you share with all of us!! =))
Hi Mariesue, After reading one of your comments above, I got to thinking who the AC might really be if it isn't George and it isn't Mr O. Realisctically, the AC would be wasting his time meddling in politics. The world is in chaos even without his assistance. He's more likely to be some sadistic scientist somewhere designing nasty diseases to inflict on the world, or a religious leader whipping his followers up into self-righteous frenzy so that they go out and wage war on everyone that doesn't agree with them. If there is an AC he's as likely to pop up in China, or Rumania, or the Isle of Man as he is to materialise in America.
That is interesting that you should say "religious leader" Amanda. For many years, it was commonly believed, espescially when the protestant/catholic conflicts were especailly hot that the AC would be a Pope. I could make a better historical and biblical case for a few historical popes than Obama. (Still don't like him, and I don't think GWB is as bad as everybody here makes him out to be either) but ... read a few of PGRundy and Mistyhorizons hubs, at the very least it won't seem all that unreasonable.
(I'm not saying the Pope is AC ... I am saying that others have.)
I dont know who or where he'll pop out, but I hope "he" will find us busy helping each other and he'll have to fight to get our attention.
In some ways, I wonder if those religious people pointing fingers ever stop to think they are part of a prophecy of wrong and interference? I shiver at the wild and "easy" use of the AC name and how they're throwing it at someone who is obviously not, and someone who is very busy trying to help our troubled country and have a positive impact on the world.
I think the mysteries of the gospel, while interesting, are just not ever going to be figured out by us, and our time is so needed in other directions. For me, it's a full time job trying to do good, work hard, stay healthy, take care of my family, be there for my friends and help a few strangers now and then.
When a person starts looking for boogey men, they will see them everywhere and it's so easy for the adversary to keep us occupied doing that, instead of working together for good.
end of my sermon, LOL =)) Amanda and BDazzler, I'm very glad you read and commented, come back to see me soon! Happy Thanksgiving and Holidays!!
Marisue - You nailed it when you said "When a person starts looking for boogey men, they will see them everywhere". Most of the times (even I have been guilty of this) we tend to look for the "truth" that we want to believe in and not what the whole truth is.
Your noble deeds like "to do good, work hard, stay healthy, take care of my family, be there for my friends and help a few strangers now and then." is something that I admire. I feel so lazy even to cook for myself sometimes and just eat milk/cereal. What is the secret of your energy? One of my cousin she had a baby and she tells me it drains her out so much. But when i see your energy to raise 200+ kids and all these other activities I wonder whether you are an ordinary woman or a 'super woman". May their be more of your kind in this world.
By the way Happy Thanksgiving.
Thanks,
CW
And who's the Antichrist then? :O There should be one, come on people, be serious! Don't tell me it's this lady on a turkey farm :D
Hi countrywomen, I've been thinking of you since the problem in India today....I hope you are safe and no one you know or in your family was harmed. I hope and pray for safety and peace for your country and those now in danger.
thank you for your kind words, you lend such hope and brightness to hub pages with your positive thoughts.
While raising the kids, going to college, adopting my own 2 babies, and supporting my husband in his law enforcement job , I felt busy, but not energetic!! LOL I guess that means, when you are fully engaged in the day and the tasks at hand, you are so busy doing them, you don't realize the energy it takes to get it done. We had goals of education, family, and community, and just kept moving forward.
Looking back, I do see accomplishment and a very hectic daily schedule that went on for years. Even now, with kids out of the house and my evenings way too quiet, I find myself buried in writing, reading and thinking.
I think it's a habit. Instead of life consuming me, I have tried to consume life. I hope your friend finds joy in every moment of her child, and anxiously engages herself in the process. =)) what a joy she has around her.
=)) however, don't be afraid to have those moments of being still, to re-charge! I forgot that sometimes. =)) thanks so much countrywomen and come back soon!!
Hi Misha, =)) Palin is not smart enough to be the AC.
However, I think the AC might be busy elsewhere in the world at the current moment, given the hectic activities we are seeing ---
I suppose "he" has his thing to do and we have ours....as defined in the hub, I think there are many worthwhile tasks to be involved in, so as not to either rush AC's arrival, perhaps even postpone it, or discourage it all together.
Good deeds keep us busy and are powerful enough to chase away evil. Don't you think? =)) always glad when you stop by!!
Glad to read your hubs too, Marisue :)
To tell you the truth, I just was puzzled here, cause in my humble opinion some sick man voicing some sick ideas doesn't call for such a massive and serious response from intelligent public :)
Misha- If "intelligent public" don't raise their voice then that also is disservice in a certain. Sometimes ignoring is as bad as responding. Don't you agree?
Marisue- I have called my family and enquired if all those I know are safe in Mumbai. So far everybody is safe. Thanks for asking. But still such acts breed hatred and further violence which is the last thing we need in difficult economic times.
With around 78% of the US population claiming some form of Christianity, that gives a pool of about 235 million Christians. If even only 1% of these are extremists/zealots/dingbats (an unbelievably low call) this still gives nearly two and a half million people pushing their own particular barrow. Allowing that less than half these own and can use a computer on the net, that's still well over a million potential cranks telling us all about the Devils in the dishwater, the Reds under the bed, and the Frights in the White house. Add to that the others who don't like Obama, Father Christmas Or the Tooth Fairy because of their colour, convictions, education or some other reason that can't be expressed publicly, and I consider that we're all bloody lucky that we're not buried under an avalanche of stupidity.
I'm all for the freedom of expression allowed on the web and will fight tooth and nail for it's continuance. Let them rant on their hub-sites, visit each other, and pat each other on the back. Have a look from time to time, and put in your pennoth-worth if you wish, but don't get sucked in to haunting these sites. It pushes up their ratings. Currently our most visited hub is one of these. (Well to me it is, to others it may be the enlightenment and the truth!) If you leave them be they should fade and die. And with no-one to present a united front to, zealots often fight amongst themselves.
So, how many angels will fit on the head of a pin?
Great Hub!!! I believe we are all going to be fine, however I am glad that you gave clear instruction to those who may be in need. :) God Bless America and he has .:)
LOL CW, I think TOF just answered you question, I kinda agree to them :) There is no point in fighting people who think differently, you know :)
Stop by, make a remark if you want to, and move on... Like in this old Buddhist story about two monks and a girl - you should know it better than me :)
MANKIND
Men, said the Devil,are good to their brothers:they don’t want to mend their own ways, but each other's.By Piet Hein,
His grooks tell it all:
TOF- Glad you bring a sane perspective in such times. Now I know there is a bright mind hiding behind that cat outfit...LOL
Misha- I know that two monks story(you seem to have that girl's hangover)...hehe. Yes, you maybe right we can sometimes try too hard but never succeed in making some people see alternate perspective.
Hey-hey, this should be another story, there was no hangover in mine :) Care to tell yours?
Misha- Two monks (who have taken lifelong oath of celibacy) were crossing a river with strong current. One of the monk sees a young woman struggling in the water and helps her cross to the other side of the river. The second monk complains to the teacher that the first monk broke the rule(of any physical contact with female) by helping her cross the river.
The teacher says that the first monk left the woman at the river bank but you committed the mistake of bringing that woman(mentally) in this hermitage.
Now if your story is a different one then please share it with me.
LOL This is almost exactly the story I was talking about! Now, you puzzled me - where is a hangover here?
Misha- I meant hangover in the sense of mentally carrying that women to the hermitage long after leaving her at the riverbank...LOL
I was pulling your leg since you had all the girly makeover avatar for a long time..hehe
Hehe back :P Got ya finally :)
So I suggest it would be a wise move to leave Obama together with Arcwriter on the riverbank, and move on :)
Either way I am off to bed, good night everybody...
Misha- OK my friend. I will pray for Obama and leave arkwriter's hub at the "river bank"....hehe
hi what a wonderful opinion for some time i was thinking that the americans were magnanimous in chosing a president above race but then ran into a few with funny names and anti sentiments
atleast now i know there are good people and common sense prevails.
What a great Hub Marisue. I have been looking for something that expresses the way I feel about Obama and the current negativity against him. He is really working for the people, a family man, a great communicator, and has a very calm presence. Finally we get someone in the Whitehouse with a vision and a plan.
Eight years was way too long to wait. What a job he has to try and turn this around. I haven't been able to stop grinning since November 4th!
Thanks for this article and looking forward to reading more!
Wow, during my brief day offline, this hub had a good conversation going....thank you all for responding. Countrywomen, I'm so glad you're family and friends are ok. I'm following the happenings on tv and am hoping the situation is resolved soon. It's so sad when terrorists take such action. At the risk of over-simplifying, I am amazed at how differences can become inflammed. I wonder why we can't respect each other, and leave each other alone if we can't get along!! sigh. If I could change the world....
Hi chermarie, we're so used to not having anyone who can speak well and put coherent calm thoughts together, that some scream evil just to make themselves feel better. The world is responding because they too are needing America to be sound, solid, calm, steady, and responsive to the good of others. It starts at home, there is nothing wrong with using our tax dollars to take care of ourselves; these people who scream "socialism" have no real understanding in my humble opinion. Change should involve taking care of our illnesses, education, and protection from dangers. If government cannot do that, then give me back my taxes.
Thank you for stopping by and come back soon, and hooray for common sense; it is on it's way to the White House. I hope we can last until then, and make it through the coming few years of cleaning house.
Hi Tinyteddy, I, too am feeling better as I read that there are many people more focused on helping by being calm as we face the mess of the past 8 years. Shouting "he's the AC!" might be compared to the witch hunt of Salem. Very dangerous but I prefer to think they'll soon fade away as most of the nation tries to be part of the solution, not the problem.
Still, it is so mean-spirited. Anyone who understands the very nature of Christ, would not do this. He asked us to focus on good deeds and uplifting each other, not dwelling on foolish talk.
And, I ask "Let's assume, for panic sake, they were "right" this time? What now? Can any of us stop it? No. We should continue to live our life, help and serve others, take care to do good, and let the end take care of the end...
No chicken little in my house.
Little by little I am seeing more and more positive hubs about Barack Obama, I hope and pray that everything works out, not only for him but for us also..The more I look at your hubs the more good stuff I find... Here is my Barack Hub....Please tell me what you think. Now you can tell your hubby that you found pubic enemy #1..
Hi joseph, I was surprised by how some think so negatively because of his race and name. He earned my respect, we should all be willing to listen and not assume things that are inaccurate.
He is full of good ideas and honest effort. I'm very pleased how serious he is about helping and starting early, being prepared. That's good for America! And what is good for America, is good for the world!!
thanks so much for reading and commenting. =))
Marisuewrites - You are singing my song! Obama looks OK from where I am (the UK). If I had to put up with Bush I wouldn't be labelling his replacement as the anti-Christ.
I thought the American Way was to respect the presidential office regardless of politics. It amazes me that people who call themselves patriots can demonise their next president like this. Good hub!
Hi Rik Ravado, Ys, it is embarassing that someone would think it's a good thing to say something so dark and evil about our leader. After Bush? Hmmm I would think almost anyone would seem a ray of sunshine.
Thanks so much for reading and come back soon!!! =))
If you want to see the truth about Obama here is the place to go.
http://hubpages.com/hub/The-REAL-Obama
He is not the antichrist that's for certain.
Obama , he is just a man, its scary all the praise being heaped on him though. Lets say our prayers he does a good job in spite of how good or bad he is. We are in trouble, he is not the savior no matter what you think, or what he does. He hasn't done anything yet to prove he deserves all this praise. I hope he turns out to be a great leader, I wish people would get real though. It does concern me this much praise being heaped on a guy, that is really still to prove himself. If nothing else, I hate to see people disappointed, I am hoping they wont be.
People are high on hope, when you listen to Obama, he's remarkably humble, frequently saying "this is not about me...." Bush could not go to that level of humility in office or as he left.
Obama has a refreshingly optimistic glow, without vision, the people perish. He's not our savior, but he is opening the door that we can walk thru to the lighter side. We've got a long road ahead, and he's constantly telling us it's going to be hard.
I hope we all don't expect too much too soon. As he has said, a lot of this is up to us....we need to make sure Congress doesn't drag their proverbial ...arse.
do something!! =)) thank you for reading and commenting, I'm with you, our salvation lies within us all.
Interesting..I've not much to say or add. No spelling errors or grammar issues I've seen, either.
I'm..hmm...displeased with the way our government is going, but Mr. Obama is not the only party to question. Besides, its not all too bad..yet. Hopefully it won't become a yet.
G|M
Hi GM, thanks for the critique LOL No, I really could use it often...I do try to catch the typos...but sometimes you just don't see them all...=))
I support Obama, he's trying to make a difference that will help the forgotten average taxpayer, and put in some regulations that will calm down the greedy, just calming the crisis in general I believe...I want the Republicans to step out of the partisan mood right now, quit pouting and move over to the solution table. We need all brains turned on...no sleepers allowed. LOL
thanks so much for reading and I hope you will come back again!!
Marisuewrites, well written article. Glad to see that you are here to help with your dust pan. I have written quite a lot of articles on President Obama and I invite you to listen to the video in which the president made light of his first 100 days.
Hi Linda, I'll be glad to go and listen to the video....thanks so much for reading this long, rather rambling article I wrote defending a man who really didn't need it from such as I, but I was determined...=))
All I can say is wow, I have heard of people like you I just didn't want to believe they existed. I know this was written 7 months ago so maybe you have come to your senses like many others have. No Obama is not the anti christ, no John McCain is not a racist, and Sarah Palin is infinately more qualified than Obama! You remind me of the Black woman interviewed after Obama won the election, she was so happy he was gonna pay her mortgage and put gas in her car. Today is the 4th of July and our founding fathers are looking at our country and wondering what happened, we use to stand for something, we use to be respected, we use to be feared and as a former Marine who has seen combat that is more valuable than being liked. Your President is a confused child getting advice from the kids who use to get beat up on the playground, it seems they spend so much time blaming Bush for this countries problems they missed the fact that their policies are abject failures, unemployment is at 9.5% that is not because of anything Bush did the blame rests solely on the shoulders of Barack Obama! In their rush to pass every Democrat tax and spend policy they are forgetting (or more than- likely just dont care) who has to pay for these things. 03.7% of Americans made over $200,000 in 2007 is 03.7% going to pay for the 787 Billion Dollar stimulus package? How about the Trillion dollar deficit per year for the next 10 years? Healthcare estimated at 1.7 to 5.0 trillion? Here are the numbers below. What is the magic number that will pay for all of this? No Obama is not the antichrist he is just incompetent, and a liar! Your taxes are going up all of our taxes are going up. How is that Hopey/Changey thing working for you?
03.7% made over $200,000 03.9% made $150K to $199,999 11.4% made $100K to $149,999 12.1% made $075K to $099,999 18.8% made $050K to $074,999 16.5% made $035K to $049,999
Had to come back Marisue, I think he is the anti christ. I hate him. I have so much disdain for him like I have never felt before and since I hardly really hate anyone, I think the one thing you are supposed to hate is the mythical creature called the anti christ and he fist it enough for me.
Errr, I hate him, I hate him, I hate!!!
Okay, I feel better now.
Sandra, I refuse to believe you mean that. Put your energy into helping things become better. Don't hate, just write letters to your congressman, read issues, and vote, my dear. Hate begets hate begets hate....love and hard work are the answer and a deep gratitude for living within a country that allows for respectful and even disrespectful disagreement. but hate??? that's too much..and I don't believe you. =))
Now, ATexan, have you been sleeping when the Republicans ruled? Rip Van Winkle might think the republicans had nothing to do with our condition, but not someone who thinks..reads...listens...watches... calm down.
Quit insulting people and just vote your conscience. Wake it up first, tho. "Sarah Palin is infinately more qualified than Obama!" dear heaven, you do sleep soundly.
Good ole Rip was one of my advisors back in the day. Ya gonna welcome me back, Marisue?
I always welcome you, just don't run for office. And, tone down the voice, it's very squeaky, have you noticed? LOL
countrywomen 3 years ago
Marisue- Nice hub at an appropriate time. I seriously worry about Obama's safety. Thanks for writing this.