I woke up this morning with a feeling of dread deep in the pit of my stomach. Today we get a new President.
I am not excited.
I am in the minority... at least it seems that way.
Americans are excited to have a new thing going on. I can't be more appalled. People tell me to be color blind, and I keep saying that color is not the issue! It's a matter of inexperience, in my mind - why would you send a rookie to bat at the bottom of the ninth when you've got two outs? Maybe you get lucky... but is it worth the risk? And I, for one, am not enthused about the idea of being taxed more and more in order that "the government" can support an ever-growing segment of the population that has been raised without a sense of personal responsibility and who are absolutely eager to take a government hand-out.
It shocks me how this generation has no pride in being self-sufficient, how they feel no shame in taking their neighbors' money so they can afford their cable TV and cigarettes. Then, you do have to take into consideration that there are people out there who are very aware of race - very active in their prejudice and hatred. I can only speculate on what may happen if one of those folks take matters into their own hands and try to remove him from office. I can picture race riots all over the country, and a deeper dive into depression as people are afraid to leave their homes and the economy plummets. Am I on a rant? Maybe - but when this country is falling apart at the seams, when our economy is tottering on the brink, when people have given up on themselves and morality is in the dumpster - how can that be a good time for such a risky move? My fellow Americans - the majority of you are idiots, blinded by the dazzle of something bright-shiny new, blinded by the promise of change, blindly willing to follow wherever this eloquent man may lead. Look at history and see where that can lead!
I plan to stand for what I believe in, and stand firm on my faith. I sense the beginning of the end coming, and I know I am not alone. I will continue to pray for America, and for Americans.
Looking for a wonderful place to rest & relax? We spent a few short days at this beautiful resort on Hood Canal, and the peace of the place simply put us at ease. There's nothing like staring out over the placid water watching the seabirds and other creatures feeding and frolicking to turn off the troubles in your mind, stop you from doing and worrying, and just be. 
We arrived Sunday afternoon, read awhile in the cozy window seat in our comfortable room, and had a leisurely dinner followed by an extended soak in the generous jacuzzi by the pool. Then Monday morning we woke up to bright sunshine reflecting off the sparkling waters of Hood Canal. After driving along the shore for awhile, we found a cute little spot for breakfast, then walked a bit in a local state park. It was chilly, though, so we headed back for a dip in the heated indoor pool with an outstanding view over the opposite shore to the Olympic Mountains. Truly spectacular! Next followed a late lunch in the bar at the resort, more reading time, then another excursion to enjoy some of the local sites. Dinner found us in a quaint restaurant in Shelton, then 
back to the resort to curl up with our books again. Tuesday woke us with a surprise snowfall, which made a great backdrop for another soak in the hot tub by the shore. We took our books and read by the poolside in the steamy warmth of the conservatory and enjoyed the silent snowfall. It was magnificently relaxing! Another late lunch in the little town of Belfair, then it was time to head back home. All the stress was waiting for us when we got back, but it was great to get away for a little while! And nice to do some reading!
