Mom says its about time I re-posted to the blog... but I really dont have much to say.... so.... here's a good joke I just heard.

Three contractors are bidding to fix a broken fence at the White House in D.C.; one from Kentucky, another from Tennessee and the third, from Georgia. They go with a White House official to examine the fence. The Georgia contractor takes out a tape measure and does some measuring, then works some figures with a pencil. Well, he says, I figure the job will run about $900: $400 for materials, $400 for my crew and $100 profit for me. The Tennessee contractor also does some measuring and figuring, and then says I can do this job for $700: $300 for materials, $300 for my crew and $100 profit for me. The Kentucky contractor doesn't measure or figure, but leans over to the White House official and whispers, "$2,700". The official, incredulous, whispers back, "You didn't even measure like the other guys! How did you come up with such a high figure?" The Kentucky contractor whispers back, "$1000 for me, $1000 for you, and we hire the guy from Tennessee to fix the fence." "Done", replies the official. And that, my friends, is how our government works!

Always... Dad

Politics in our life

“We should all become involved in the process of Political activities, otherwise we will Abdicate power to those who’s desires are entirely selfish.” Gordon B Hinckley 1996, BYU devotional

The day after the presidential election I was asked if I was depressed at the outcome, since I had so obviously not been a supporter of the winner, and voted for the candidate that only mustered 47% of the vote. My answer, confusing to some, “No, I am not depressed, I participated in the process.” Why would I be depressed just because my candidate didn’t win. I wish the new president no ill will and hope that he is able to be successful and accomplish many great things. I pray that God will help him in his endeavors.” I will stand for my beliefs and help others to achieve better understanding and in the long run we will all be better people.

I am extremely surprised by many who voted as I, who are far too negative at the outcome. who’s thoughts, exhibit no hope or confidence in the future. It is as if all is lost and there is not hope. To these people I leave the following thought, When confronting life’s problems, have a positive attitude and vow to observe the following , Be Brave, be Faithful, and be True to your personal beliefs. A be supportive and through that support you will find comfort as with the entire world.

As Always,

Dad