From a post I put on Facebook July 4, 2015...
"See, I have taught you decrees and laws as the Lord my God commanded me, so that you may follow them in the land you are entering to take possession of it. Observe them carefully, for this will show your wisdom and understanding to nations, who will hear about all these decrees and say, "Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people." What other nation is so great as to have their gods near them the way the Lord our God is near us whenever we pray to him? And what other nation is so great as to have such righteous decrees and laws as this body of laws I am setting before you today?
Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them slip from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children after them." Deuteronomy 4:1-10...
As I read these verses written by Moses for God's people, I could see where these same words could have applied to those brave men and women who sailed to this great land to begin a new life in a new land. Life that had a foundation on faith and God. That same faith and belief in God that our founding fathers kept near and dear as we declared our independence more than 200 years ago.
Yet somewhere along the way something has happened...God has taken a back seat, and it saddens me to see that. We've become a self-absorbed, afraid-of-offending, cater-to-feelings-rather-than-values country.
Before some of you get your knickers in a knot over that, no where did I say I was a racist or homophobic or anything like that...I can't call myself a Christian and not love all--if I am to be like Christ, I must show charity or love. Just as when I was a sinner, God may not have liked my ways, but he still loved me.
The rest of Deuteronomy 4 goes on to establish God's command (not suggestion or wish) to His people, which began with the basics lined out in the Ten Commandments--which Oklahoma is taking down...so, sad.
My only fear is what will be next? Where will it end?
I am flying my flags today with pride...When I see Old Glory wave, I am reminded what that field of blue and those 13 stripes and those 50 stars represent. I am also reminded of those who bled and died and will die for that "ragged ole flag". I am also reminded of the faith this country was founded on and Who was the center to that faith...
Ya'll can curse me and unfriend me if you like...but for my family, like in the book of Joshua, "as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord".
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Roscoe
A good walking buddy and awesome frisbee catcher! Life cut short by a brain tumor.
Tuffy
If ever there was a candidate for Dog Heaven, it would be Tuff. Tuff was put to rest December 7, 2012. At almost 14 years old, he threw the longevity curve for dogs of his breed-makeup and size. He battled 2 types of cancer and Cushing's Disease as well as arthritis. Faithful to the end and never grumpy, depite the constant care and nagging from me. Always the protector, gentleman and companion--you will be sorely missed by all who had the opportunity to know you.
Cranky Thomas
Ever wonder why it's called "Life On CT Farm"? The horse you see in the pictures is Cranky Thomas, a registered quarter horse gelding. He was born May 5, 1980 in Galion, Alabama and passed away August 3, 2004 on CT Farm--his farm. He originally belonged to my husband, but I adopted him and I think he adopted me. We competed together in contest classes at local horse shows. But, an old injury finally slowed him down and I retired him in 2000. He was a loving and patient being that I completely trusted and admired. There will never be another like him, never. He meant so much to me that I named our farm after him as well as my company, Cranky T. LLC. He's gone now, but is still with me and now you.
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