My Life, Fortune and my Sacred Honor

Mere words by men who had nothing to lose? I think not! Words from the heart of men who were willing to lose everything for the freedom of everyone. For the birth of a free nation, for the love of a free country, for the right to live out dreams and accomplishments in a country guided by the Almighty hand of God. Where are those men today? Are there any who would boldly make the claim and pledge their lives, their honor and their sacred fortunes for the defense and restoration of this land we call America? It does my heart good to know that there are a few still willing to lay it ALL down for us all. I count myself in the class of minority willing to lay it all down. A class that includes the likes of men and women such as Glenn Beck, Thomas Sowell, Rush Limbaugh,Michelle Malkin, Michelle Bachman, Anne Graham Lott, Sean Hannity, Mark Levin, Ted Cruz, Sheriff Joe, and even a small handful of Congressmen and Senators. Where do you stand? Are you a hopeful spectator, maybe an injured player sitting out do to hurts sustained in the battle? Are you suited up and ready, desiring to grab the ball and run with it like your life depended on it? Funny thing is, your life does depend on it. Oh maybe not your life as in live or die. But your life as in constrained or free. You see, many have sat by and watched or ignored as this country has slipped to the edge of a cliff. We have been lulled into slumber by the comforts of our lives. Some have been scared into silence with the threat of taking back what little one has. This is why our forefathers pledged their lives, honor and their sacred fortunes. So that none of it could be used as an excuse for doing nothing and also that the opponent could not use it as a source of weakness against them in the fight. You have heard it said "This election is the most crucial in our lifetimes" and I am here to say, it is true! We have a choice to make. Do we continue moving ever closer to the cliff with only inches to go before we peer over the edge? Or do we stop the devastating slide all together and begin to move away from the cliff? You see, the way I see it, Everyone is actually pledging their lives, honor and sacred fortunes on this election. But some are bold enough to pledge it on the restoration of this great nation and the future generations growth and dreams. To give our children, a chance to live free as we did. to challenge them to proserity and greatness. To boldly go where no man has gone before(to use a phrase) In that, we pledge our lives, honor and sacred fortunes for the advancement of a free nation. Yet others will unwittingly pledge the same, but for a different purpose. They will, by either doing nothing or by allowing this administration to continue another 4 years, pledge their lives, fortunes and their sacred honor to the destruction of America as we know it. They will give their lives over to the governmet control(by allowing it to care for them) they will give their honor(because without control of destiny, absence of honor is a foregone conclusion) and they will pledge their sacred fortunes, because in the minds of many, they have no fortune. But fortune is not equal to monetary gain. The fortune our forefathers spoke of was so much more than money, but did include it as well, there is no dispute! The fortune they spoke of and put at risk included their every posession, the command and control of their own lives and the lifes of their future generations. You see, your fortune is what is near to your heart, the thing you would most risk your life to protect. And yet in allowing this race to the edge of the cliff to continue, you become a willing participant in this countries demise. And in that you pledge your life, honor and sacred fortune. Awaken the passions within, dare to dream dreams bigger than your thoughts. Desire to live life free from constraint and unshackle the bonds of tyranny and oppression from within. Promise yourself and those you love, you will do everything in your power to live everyday pledging your life, honor and your sacred fortune to the freedoms of future generations. And in that, we can be assured that this nation will heal from its wounds, will rise from the heap and prosper as you and I pledge together to a cause greater than ourselves. Our children and their childrens freedom.
written by Jeff Ulrich 7/29/12

Sleeping giant awakened; Now stay awake!

Recently our President decided it was within his right to trample on the rights of others through the unconstitutional mandate that ALL emplyters MUST provide birth control coverage including abortion option to employees. Well one thing he did not count on(or did he) is the church/americans rising up in mass to protest loudly our decent. Many were heard saying this is a slam against catholics, to which I would agree in part. But in whole this is a slam against our very Constitution and core values we hold dear. I even heard some say "I don't really care, it doesn't affect me" how wrong they are. This decision of his to spit on our Constitution affects every freedom loving American, whether you are God fearing or an outright atheist. You see this is just a small step in the grand design of our President. And the right he strips from me today that "doesn't affect you" will surely lead to his eagerness to take from you next. It is hightime every American wakes up and reminds this President that he is not a king nor a dictator and was in fact not even elected with an overwhelming majority of the people. He is an elected official who is charged with upholding the oath of his office, which includes protecting the rights of all peoples and our Constitution. He has awakened a long slumbering giant and my biggest fear is that this giant(the christian community) will return to its lair and go back to sleep. WAKE YOUR LAZY SELVES UP!!!!!! And stay awake. Don't be fooled by his reversal, it was brought about by political expediency. An you can bet that if he wins reelection(God forbid) you can kiss your religious freedoms and rights goodby. There will be nothing to stop him. And you will have only yourselves to blame. Because you did not want to be get involved or you saw him going to church therfore he must be ok. How many hypocrites do you see on any given sunday sitting in the pews. Oh, or maybe he will sign into law, something that favors the church just before the election. Oh plah leaz you can't be that gulible. He is betting you are. If he wins reelection we have nobody to blame but the christian community at large who either stayed home on election day or believed his lies and gave him a second term. That be the case, you deserve what you are about to receive. Wake up I urge every christian, wake up I urge every American, Rise up and stand strong, stand on the principles that made this country the shining city on a hill and reignite the flame of passion that lies dormant within. Get out and vote and find 3 people who are not registered and take them to become registered and on election day take them to the polls. I don't care which Republican eventually wins the nomination to run against obama, because any of them are vastly better the obama. And believe me I can find fault with them all. But one thing I know each of them have going for them is the love of country and the respect of our Constitution and they will govern within those confines. So whether your candidate wins or not in this primary cycle, one thing is true. The winner deserves your vote, America deserves your participation and your children deserve your protection against despotism. He has awakened a sleeping giant, please stay awake and alert and may I add, responsive.

Crossroad or Crisis?

So, Here we sit, just a week away from the deadline imposed by powers that be. August 2nd the day our debtlimit is said to be reached. However in truth our limit was surpassed many months ago and yet we still function as a nation on the full faith and credit of our word. As I see this debate on whether or not to increase the debt limit, it becomes really simple(which is actually similar to how Speaker Boehner sees it) our country cannot continue to spend money it does not have in order to buy things it does not need. Yes we do need to fund Medicare, Social Security, Military, and other "entitlements" but do we really need to fund a study on why the naked mole rat may be 3rd cousin to T Rex? or fund another study in the millions of dollars on why it is better to excercise and eat healthy as opposed to sitting on your lazy butt and eating jellybeans? I, as well as most Americans could get our financial house in order and on budget in a matter of days by simply using common logic and applying the rules of our households to the economy. Simply put, 'If you don't have the money for it, either do without, or find a way to cut somewhere so you can have it" Some would have you believe we are at a crisis. I disagree! We are at a Crossroad. And the direction we take at this moment will determine our stability as a Nation. When faced with a crisis most people make irrational decisions based on scewed facts and fears, and thereby making irresponsible choices when all along the smart and wise choice was right in front of them. While at a crossroad, most people will stop and think of the direction they must take. They will analyze what direction they came from and which direction they need to go. Then based on logic, they will choose the direction and proceed with caution. All the while, making sure they made the right choice and if needed, make corrections along the way to right the path. In the words of the ever so wise. Forrest Gump "Simple is as Simple does" and taken to its simple basics, this debate is quite simple. America is spending much more money than it is bringing in. So simple says "Stop spending so much money!" Some would say "Lets raise taxes!(bring in more revenue) NO! stop spending and get your house in order. No different than all of America must do on a daily basis. Mrs. Jones cannot call her boss and say "you must pay me more money or give me Johnny's paycheck also so I can buy my dream house and drive my dream car" Yet that is what some in Washington would have us do by raising taxes. Crisis or Crossroad?

DADT

So it is now law, Don't ask, Don't tell. I have no opinion one way or the other regarding this ruling because I thank ALL who wish to serve this great country, regardless of your sexual orientation. What I don't understand is, if it is "don't ask don't tell" who is breaking the law by asking and telling? And shouldn't those who are breaking the law then be prosecuted? If you are gay and you serve or wish to serve, My hat is off to you. Thank you and Godspeed. But serve with honor and serve with destinction. The law say "don't ask(which means do not ask if some is gay) and don't tell"(which means that if someone does ask if you are gay, do not tell them) It seems quite simple to this feeble mind. I am not a supporter of gay rights and I would fight right alongside every gay serviceman to defend this nation. It's don't ask don't tell, so do your job and do it in the service of this country. And don't break the law. Instead of don't asks don't tell we should rename the law"Shutup and serve" because really, most people do not care if you are gay or not. What most people object to is that it must be made a focus of everything. That's when you lose me. So shut up and serve! And I mean that with the utmost of respect.

Veterans Day

November 11th, Veterans Day in the Ole US of A. I was talking with a neighbor the other day and the subject of Veterans Day came up. He stated how how his kidswere looking forward to the "holiday". I of course, in my own seldom asked for opinion, corrected my neighbors slip of the tongue and stated that Veterans Day is not a "holiday" it is an observance, a day of comemoration. It is a day we gladly set aside to honor our Veterans from all walks of life, whether their service was in time of war or not. Anyone who wears the uniforms knows full well that at a moments notice they may be called upon to sacrifice their freedom and their life to insure that others can live free. So in America we set aside November 11th as a day to recognize the Bravery, the Honor, the Sacrifice, and the unselfish love of Country these great men and women represent. Without such men and women where would this great Nation be today? Make a commitment to thank a vet on November 11th, and also call your local VFW post just to say thank you. Let them know you care. And begin to live out Veterans Day everyday. When you see a uniformed service person, shake their hand and say thanks. You will be amazed at what that does. Also say thank you to those married to service personnel, they are just as much military as their spouse, and without them holding things together on the homefront, there is no way the soldier, sailor,airman,coast guardsman or marine could function properly. So observe Veterans Day as more than just a day off of school/work, commemorate it as a day of honor to our servicemen and women and their families. And say a prayer for all those serving and who have served. We are a great nation because of them, and we will remain a great nation because of them. So to all who have worn the uniform may I say"Thank you! and God Bless you, be at ease soldier, we hold your family in our arms as you hold the freedom of this nations in yours". God Bless America

We have spoken!

So, November 2nd has come and gone(midterm elections for those wondering, what?) The people of America have spoken, and they have loudly insisted on an end to big Government. This is obvious to anyone looking at the results of the election with an open mind and no agenda. The Republicans in the House had a pickup of 63 seats(not done by either party since 1934, review history to see why.) In the Senate, Republicans picked up 7 seats(not as dramatic as first thought, but big none the less) Republicans were given control over the majority of State houses and Governorships(including those long held as Democrat bastions) A quick look at the political map will show 95% of the states now Red(red=republican/blue=democrat). How and why did this happen you wonder? This happened because Americans, many who have been uninterested and turned off during the election cycle, have become inspired and concerned over the direction our country has taken the last few years. And have become informed and involved. They have taken a stand for our Democratic Republic and decided that enough is enough, it's time to get our house in order. To put up or get out. The perverbial sleeping giant has been awakened. It is now our responsibility to stay awake and to stay informed and involved. As to why this happened, It is obvious to anyone looking at the results of this election with an open mind and no agenda, that this was a clear repudiation of the Presidents agenda.(not the President! simply his agenda!!) Americans have stated firmly we do not won't government control of our lives, we do not want government run health care,we do not wish to bailout failing companies favored by a few in Washington, we do not want to be ignored when we speak simply because you may not agree with what we say, we do not want our Constitution dismantled. We want a Government standing "For the people, by the people and with the people" The results of this election does not say,"Democrats bad, Republicans good" what is says is, "It's not working, and we have asked you to listen to us but you refused, so banished to your room for now until you learn your lesson" The cry a few years ago was "Change" well we are crying again and the cry is still "Change" and so we did. And if we continue to be ignored and mocked we will also throw you out on your butts. So listen up Washington. We sent you there to restore American exceptionalism, to restore Honor, to restore freedom,to restore our Constitution and to abide by its principles, We sent you to Washington to be our voice. Not to make nice with others, not to compromise our principles but to fight to the death for our principles. And if that is too much to ask, well then step aside, there are many who believe that is a small thing to ask. "I regret that I have but 1 life to give for my country" "We pledge our Lives, our Fortunes, and our Sacred Honor" The question to those we sent to Washington, Are theses words you know and understand? Are these words you are willing to live by? If not, we made the wrong choice, if so then stand beside us and stand up for America.

October Surprise!!

Well, with just over 30 days left before (hopefully) the greatest voter revolt in American history. We must all begin to prepare ourselves for what will undoubtedly become the headlines. "Republicans desire to hijack Social Security!", "RNC involved in sex coverup!", "Republicans secretly craft plan to not allow blacks to hold public office" Republicans vow to deport anyone with a hint of mexican blood running through their veins" And lets not forget the ever popular, "Republicans want old people to die!" Oh, but don't forget the November surprise either. "Voting machine malfunction causes 1000's of black voters to become disenfranchised!" "Ballots found to be tainted" "In some precincts voters told they are no longer registered and must wait until next year" And lets not forget, "Busload of Democrat voters runs out of gas on way to polls, never making it to cast their vote" Now the amazing thing is that, alot of people will read of these things and actually believe them. But, I really should not be too surprised, there are still those who believe Elvis is still alive somewhere in Nashville. And the National Enquire is the Nations newspaper of choice. It never seems to amaze me how people will stick their heads in the sand for 350 days of the year and be oblivious to the world around them or for that matter, the goings on in their own neighborhood. And suddenly pull it out in time to read the above headlines and believe them. Now I do not mind if you choose to have your head in the sand. What I mind, is that you decide to pull it out. Either stay informed and involved or not. Those who will go to the polls and cancel out my informed vote on the basis of what they heard on their local news or read in the paper yesterday is troubling to me. I contend that anyone who casts a vote based on anything they have heard from a candidate within the last 120 days before an election is somewhat casting a vote based on half truths and misguided information. You want to be an informed and educated voter? Cast your vote based on the record of those you are voting for, and conduct your own fact finding mission. Do not rely on the say so of your family,friends or neighbors or those running for office. Afterall, when was the last time you saw a commercial from a candidate saying, "Yes it is true, I do think I know better than you. And I will take your money and spemd it on my own pet projects, but trust me, it's for your own good" I am not trying to sway your vote one way or another. Although I have my preferrances. I am only asking you to stay informed, vote based on true facts & record. Not what they say while running for office. I am a HUGE Reagan and Bush fan, but I can fill pages with issues I disagreed with them on and wrote to them about at the time. There is no perfect candidate because there is no perfect people. So all that to say "GET READY FOR THE OCTOBER SURPRISE!" and then ask yourself, if this is so important to bring out now, why did you wait til now? If you had the good of the American people in mind, wouldn't it have been better to let us know right away? Oh, I see now. If I my kid is dying I should wait til the last minute, before I take them to the doctor. That way the Dr. will believe me and know just what to do. Oh how stupid do these politicians think you are? But even more, how often do we prove them right in their assesment of our intelligence?