I Usually Don't Talk Politics, But......

I usually don't speak of politics, but the situation that this nation is now in makes it a Necessity!
I would encourage EVERYONE of legal voting age to get out and vote this year; it will directly effect the direction of this nation! It will determine the outcome of the War in Iraq, and Afganistan, and will deeply effect the moral fiber of our country not only in the immediate future, but also in the future generations for years to come!

Obama is out to change the moral fabric of America. He calls it tolerance and allowing cultural diversity. He supports the pro-choice aganda, that has been for years, teaching "safe sex" in the high school classrooms instead of abstinance and allowing the school nurses to hand out "protection" to the youth without the consent or knowledge of the parents. (happened in my school in the 1990's, and still goes on today) Not to mention the abortion on demand for the woman because the child is just an "inconvenience" to her in this point in time in her life. No thought or consideration for the little individual inside her. He is backing homosexual lifestyles and calling for "tolerance" as well as equal rights for the homosesxual community in the name of "civil unions" which would change forever the definition given about a family. These rights would include homosexuals having the right to openly express their sexual preferences as well as those in civil unions having the right to adopt children.....Am I the only one seeing anything wrong with that picture? Along with this, the classroom would have to teach homosexuality as an acceptable sexual preference to the children, don't believe it could happen... guess what? in some parts of the country it is already happening!

The Democratic Party has always been the voice of the common worker, but somewhere along the line, they lost the values that they once stood for. They try to intice the masses with the "equal pay for equal work for women" and the "universal healthcare for everyone;" and it sounds great.......but the cost for those golden carrots is an immoral society that has lost its religious connection....do you really want to pay that price? Already in the area I live, we are taught to "allow cultural diversity" and if anyone raises an objection they are called "intolerant" or "politically incorrect" I am not against a free exchange of views and ideas, but if you want me to listen to your opinion or view, then KNOW that I WILL answer you with mine. I do not see that as being intolerant, but actually being informative. I may not change your ideas, but I will give you food for thought.

SO PLEASE, pray for our leaders and make sure you go to the polls and vote this year, because the aftermath of this election will effect the moral fiber of our country for years to come.

Angela

Equal Coverage

The below "bills" are two that I wrote back in 2001 in order to present before the Indiana Junior Chamber of Commerce in their mock legislation. If it had been passed into "Jaycee Law" the prize would have been that the "Jaycee Law" would have been sent before the Indiana General Assembly to be voted on for becoming an actual law in Indiana. Unfortunately, the events of 9/11/2001 ended the possibility for that year because the government was called into special session, delaying the Indiana Jaycees from performing that year. Shortly after that, I decided to end my membership with the local group. Although I have no legal background, it seems to me that the laws as they are now in place are a direct violation of the ADA. It is my hope that one day, someone somewhere will be able to present this to the Govt, and the discrimination based on a health condition will truly no longer exist. Angela

An Act

A Bill to require equal coverage to mental health needs as physical needs in Insurance Companies


Section 1: Many insurance companies only cover 50% of mental health expenses and 80% of other physical needs for their clients, IF they cover mental health issues at all. This non-coverage, or under-coverage, whichever the case may be, is a form of discrimination based on a disability and should therefore be recognized as illegal under the ADA Act of the United States of America. This lack of coverage keeps intelligent, able-bodied people from working full-time because they cannot afford to pay the difference in the medical expenses and medications. This leaves them in poverty, in part-time employment at best, on Medicaid Select, MedWorks and other Indiana Welfare Assistance Programs.



Section 2: So the Insurance companies will not lower the coverage for other clients in order to attain parity, the coverage that each institution holds for most illnesses on January 1, 2008 will be the minimum coverage amount to be given to those with mental illness and other disabilities.



Section 3: This bill will go into effect January 1, 2010. Since the Insurance Companies are in violation of the ADA, if they do not comply and adjust their policies accordingly, all non-complaint companies will be fined 800 million dollars. Said dollars will be used to offset the cost of the Medicaid Programs and other programs that are used to assist the mentally ill and those with other affected disabilities.

An Act


A Bill to cease Pre-existing Condition Clauses in Insurance Companies in the State of Indiana


Section 1: The Pre-existing Condition Clause, which bars medical coverage for any condition discovered before the client attempts to receive insurance coverage, is a form of discrimination against people with chronic health problems. It also invades the individual’s right to privacy concerning past medical conditions. Therefore, it should be illegal in the State of Indiana


Section 2: The Pre-existing Condition Clause drives people who need such coverage out of the workforce and into Government Assistance Programs such as Medicaid Select, MedWorks, and other forms of welfare because they are unable to pay for needed medical care, even with full-time employment.


Section 3: This Bill Will go into Effect January 1, 2010 with fines of 450 million dollars minimum to all non-compliant insurance companies. Said dollars will go to offset the cost of Indiana Medicaid Programs.

"Politically Correct"

I am tired of others not being tolerant of my views, telling me that I need to be more "politically correct" those words are a fallacy. I am supposed to be "politically correct" and allow others to express their views; which I don't mind or have a problem with, until when I express mine of disagreement, they accuse me of intolerance or ignorance because I am not ashamed to be known as a Christian. It is interesting to me, that others from any religion can express whatever view they have, and if I disagree, I am the one being "Politically Incorrect" or intolerant of "cultural diversity" while the Name of my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ is being mocked and treated with disdain. I must, listen for the sake of 'cultural diversity' to their input, but if I raise my voice and stand up for what I believe, I am the one in the wrong.....

Well, I'm tired and won't take it anymore! Let it be known that I will raise my voice in objection to any who will mock the Name of my Savior. Let it be known, that I will listen to others, but I expect...No I DEMAND, the same respect that I am giving to them. If you want to declare your faith in whomever you serve, I will listen, but do not expect me to remain silent and not defend the One who died so that I may return to Heaven to live with my Heavenly Father Again.

I find it sad that the only time everyone knows the Blessed Name of Jesus Christ is when they are cursing My Lord and Savior! Am I the Only one who feels this way?

Angela

New Season

Everything happens for a reason; and sometimes it is important to look back into the past and reflect on what you have learned and accomplished. If you feel that you haven't accomplished all that you wanted to or should have in your life, taking an assessment of where you are and what you would like to change is important not only for your own self evaluation, but also to help you decide where to go next and what small steps you need to take to get there.

The reason for the above statement is because I have reached such a season in my life recently. I am definitely not where I thought I would be, but I have not given up on myself; instead I have refocused my direction, and changed course slightly in order to promote change (for the better)

There is a saying which goes : "When life throws at you lemons, make lemonade" Basically use what you've got in order to move on. Do not begrudge the fact that you don't have what your neighbor has; use what you've got to make things work....

Anyway, I love the change of seasons! Not only the physical changes in nature as Spring turns to Fall, but also the changes in liffe where you evaluate what has worked and what hasn't in your life. What I am learning now is how to let go of the things and the people who have been harmful in my life.

If a person who calls themself your friend berates you recognize that you don't need friends like that. Stand up for yourself and let them know how you feel. If they're your friend, they'll respect you even more for it. Friends are meant to love, support and lift one another thru good times and bad, they're not supposed to be the cause of those bad times. Walk away.

I say these things from experience. I had a friend that insulted me because of my faith that she didn't ascribe to. I tried to be her friend despite the accusations and attacks on my religious beliefs for a brief time, but then I realized that she was not really being a true friend to me, so I walked away. It was hard at first, because I spent alot of time with her for a couple of months...but I know I made the right choice in leaving the friendship behind. After about a week, my time became occupied with work and other things. And I made new friends that are more respectful of my personal relationship with God.

Changes are not always easy, but they are necessary for our own stregthening. Besides, if life were easy, we would all be very BORED in my honest opinion! God Bless!