straightarrow's Blog

As terrible as the conflict is currently in the middle east there is something even more tragic that is happening there-that is the humanitarian crisis. It makes no sense now to point fingers to call who is right or wrong when the humanitarian need is so great. People are hurt and the aid must get there and cuick. Anyone and everyone who wishes peace for this troubled region must now lay aside their differences and work together in helping those hurt in this tragic conflict. It is not Impossable--the very same hands that can  give a cup of cold water can also build a bridge.

Now that the elections are over the hard part is here-working together with those elected. In this Thanksgiving season one thing that I am truly thankful for is I can join with many and work for the betterment of America.It matters very litttle right now if we are Rebublican or Democrat-what matters right now is that we are all Americans. I am sure when the Mayflower set sail for America there were many who had their own views on how to run things. I am also very sure of the fact that there was one unifing thought among them: we are all on the same boat.There was little room for bickering or contention-they had to get to America in ONE piece!!!We in America  basically have the same choice- now -ether work together or tear the ship apart with contention and strife. I choose to work together We still live in the greatest free nation that ever graced God's green earth. I for one am really thankful of that.

O K!!!!!! This is IT. Election day. I hope all who are able will go out there and VOTE. Here in North Carolina we have early voting so I already have. I t is so important to remember that as free Americans it is truly a freedom that we just cannot take lightly. No matter who you vote for --it is important to just GO out there and DO IT!!! personally I went with the " Joe the plumber" team.

The Olympics are just around the corner and even now there are verious threats agenst the games. Security is at its utmost in China not only for the games but for the athletes from the differeant countries. I am inspired  by the courage of the countries to compete in these games in spite of the threats.  I may strongly disagree with many of the political situations in several of the countries represented at the games,but I must support the games themselves because in this athmoshere indaviduals can display what they are made of and do it promoting healthy compitition not political strife. The whole world will be watching. My hat off to the courageous athletes (espcially from free countries) who will be competing!

As tragic as the back to back events that hit Burma and more reciently China the bright hope is how the international community responds. As so many dedicated organizations did when the tusami hit my prayer is the same now. Burma must open up so help can get to where it is most needed! As well China must do the same for the sake of the people effected. In times like these the political barriers come down to save lives and nations. It is up to the leaders of these nations to see this and make some changes for their people and their country.

When disaster strikes...courage counters with hope and rebuilding. On this National day of prayer I thank God for all who are helping..from the Red cross, Salvation Army all the peple and churches and yes, Operation Blessing. It is in times like these when we pull together as Americans for each other and America. We still have the "stuff" and when we all pull together to help like this we show the world what a godly free people can do.  God bless America!!

In 1989 China Massacred innocent pro-democtacy demonstrators in Tianamen square. Even as the torch of the olympics is lit in Greece...another is being crushed in Tibet. No one is being fooled here. The true colors of godless communism rear their ugly head when challenged by those who dare to stand with something greater than communism burning in their hearts. Within each and everyone of us is a quality of human spirit put there by God that will never be defeated no matter how cruel it is oppressed. As I did my research for college on the Holocaust I found a bedrock truth that the survivors all share. That truth is that deep within them they had a choice that the Natzis could not take away. In Tibet right now many are making choices. The free world needs to stand with them-or else many more torches will be snuffed out.

After the surprise attack at Pearl Harbor something awoke in our country. A Japanese officer penned these now famous words" we've awakened a sleeping giant" I belive It is high time for Victory again. The daily news in many of our newspapers just heap on the negative and the morale of our brave forces takes another beating. I for one belive in our brave forces and their mission. What is their mission? I am glad you asked. The mission of our brave men and women in uniform in all areas of the conflict is freedom.  Freedom for the country they are in and  the continuing libertys that we have in this country.  Many disagree with the war, granted  this is America we have the freedom  to disagree with one another, however, there are those who could not care less about our liberties and whose desire for us is our distruction. We awoke after Pearl harbor, Indeed this country turned into "the incredible hulk" with a blowtorch. I see another torch--held by a lady in new york harbor. It is that torch of freedom and liberty that is still shining for the world to see.We must support the troops and freedom.

With many Americans(especially in Florida)  I welcome the resignation of Castro. Sadly, the road to full freedom to the island nation is still blocked by the Socialist government.  True freedom as well as true hope is possible in Cuba. Not just Cuba but any nation when people are free to make choices by themselves. Not choices the government makes for them.