My friend Bill asked me about my eloquent (?) writing...My friend, Margaret, followed up by sharing another well-written article by a local doctor. This health care issue is affecting people in a serious way. Their hearts are involved and they are concerned about the well being of their families and their friends families.
I don't know that my writing is so eloquent, but this issue has me deeply disturbed. People are espousing the opinions of OTHERS, without benefit of checking it out for themselves. That creates a very dangerous climate for our country. I have decided there is truly an evil factor involved in the undermining of our basic values, in this country.
I appreciate any eloquent, persuasive speaker...but...I don't BELIEVE the speaker just because the mouth is moving! I dig into the background of their message until I uncover the truth for myself. I suppose I could be termed a 'fact detective', for want of a better description. I never cram my political opinions down someones throat; I pretty much keep all that to myself...In the first place, if you don't cast my vote for me, it isn't any of your damned business. That's my attitude and always has been. If I call YOU a liar, I best have my facts straight, correct? I simply expect the same courtesy from others.
I despise the voodoo of mass hypnotism. We have reared a generation of children who refuse to think for themselves. I pray to God, I have done a better job than that! I pray for YOU, that you did a better job, too!
Love & HUGS...
Andy
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
My thought for the day...And I resisted publishing it!
My thought for the day...And I resisted publishing it!
I am a seventyish woman who keeps her political views in a private place, but also, one who is sick of people (some are my so-called, friends) sending 'health-care' articles to me about the new Health Reform Act, when they have not bothered to educate themselves on the issues and take all the internet crap seriously, because it is the written 'word', so to speak! This apathy is contagious and literally demeans them, as regards intelligence...It is easier to listen to a cronie who doesn't know JACK about the issues, either, and they so willingly believe or follow to slaughter, if you will. Hitler was believed! Think about that for a moment...Go on...THINK ABOUT IT!
It only takes seconds to pass on a message of lies. Once again, some are too lazy to check the facts...they simply take someone elses word for it.
Will these rumours affect the outcome of Health Reform? Some, seem to think so.
Our government is not going to take over health care, so we end up with socialized medicine. That is not what the bill proposes. That rumour came from 'the other party' opponents. The bill simply provides insurance for those without employer insurance, at an affordable premium for all and will, in no way, interfere with employer benefits.
Private insurance will not become obsolete, but will allow individuals employed by small businesses to afford insurance for themselves and their families. This myth was generated by United Health Group, because they fear they might lose the gazillions of dollars generated through Medicare, currently. The bill asks for an exchange program that will allow all to have insurance and will be assisted with a list of providers that will fit their individual needs. This bill would subsidize people with insurance, only when the dollar amount exceeds 11% of their total income. In other words, catastrophic illnesses.
Euthanasia? Come on! Get serious! This lie was generated by Betsy McCaughey of New York. Mandatory counseling for seniors? NOPE! Medicare would be required to pay for counseling every five years to assist Seniors with living wills, appointing a health proxy and advice on hospice care for the terminally ill.
Will Medicare be eliminated? Certainly, not! Talk about political suicide. No politician is stupid enough to even think that! Dick Morris put this spin on the story to help strengthen the 'other party' line.
Rationed Care? NOPE! This lie was offered to the 'other party' by Frank Luntz, hoping it would give them the edge when compared to other countries with socialized medicine...In other words, tell them that politicians make your health care decisions...put the fear in the ear of the general public by telling them that this system can only fail, as it is dismal in other countries. The bill proposes that care cannot be denied on the basis of current or preexisting conditions and there will be no lifetime limits on coverage.
The mountainous myths, fear-mongering and misinformation can be checked by visiting this site:
http://www.factcheck.org
Please do not share your biased opinions with me? Educate yourself. Read the bill, YOURSELF and visit the site, above. Then form your opinion and please, keep it to yourself?
Thanks for your ear. I wrote this article out of love for my country and pray for you to love it, too.
HUGS...
Andy
I am a seventyish woman who keeps her political views in a private place, but also, one who is sick of people (some are my so-called, friends) sending 'health-care' articles to me about the new Health Reform Act, when they have not bothered to educate themselves on the issues and take all the internet crap seriously, because it is the written 'word', so to speak! This apathy is contagious and literally demeans them, as regards intelligence...It is easier to listen to a cronie who doesn't know JACK about the issues, either, and they so willingly believe or follow to slaughter, if you will. Hitler was believed! Think about that for a moment...Go on...THINK ABOUT IT!
It only takes seconds to pass on a message of lies. Once again, some are too lazy to check the facts...they simply take someone elses word for it.
Will these rumours affect the outcome of Health Reform? Some, seem to think so.
Our government is not going to take over health care, so we end up with socialized medicine. That is not what the bill proposes. That rumour came from 'the other party' opponents. The bill simply provides insurance for those without employer insurance, at an affordable premium for all and will, in no way, interfere with employer benefits.
Private insurance will not become obsolete, but will allow individuals employed by small businesses to afford insurance for themselves and their families. This myth was generated by United Health Group, because they fear they might lose the gazillions of dollars generated through Medicare, currently. The bill asks for an exchange program that will allow all to have insurance and will be assisted with a list of providers that will fit their individual needs. This bill would subsidize people with insurance, only when the dollar amount exceeds 11% of their total income. In other words, catastrophic illnesses.
Euthanasia? Come on! Get serious! This lie was generated by Betsy McCaughey of New York. Mandatory counseling for seniors? NOPE! Medicare would be required to pay for counseling every five years to assist Seniors with living wills, appointing a health proxy and advice on hospice care for the terminally ill.
Will Medicare be eliminated? Certainly, not! Talk about political suicide. No politician is stupid enough to even think that! Dick Morris put this spin on the story to help strengthen the 'other party' line.
Rationed Care? NOPE! This lie was offered to the 'other party' by Frank Luntz, hoping it would give them the edge when compared to other countries with socialized medicine...In other words, tell them that politicians make your health care decisions...put the fear in the ear of the general public by telling them that this system can only fail, as it is dismal in other countries. The bill proposes that care cannot be denied on the basis of current or preexisting conditions and there will be no lifetime limits on coverage.
The mountainous myths, fear-mongering and misinformation can be checked by visiting this site:
http://www.factcheck.org
Please do not share your biased opinions with me? Educate yourself. Read the bill, YOURSELF and visit the site, above. Then form your opinion and please, keep it to yourself?
Thanks for your ear. I wrote this article out of love for my country and pray for you to love it, too.
HUGS...
Andy
Monday, August 31, 2009
MagicJack
I spent the day, yesterday, getting my phone system in place, (through my computer), with that miracle called MagicJack! Love it! Unlimited calls for two years, costs about the same as ONE MONTH of regular phone service. No wonder people are getting rid of land lines. MagicJack has been around for about two years and I am just now getting it? What is wrong with me? LOL The site assigned me a Seattle phone number, but do I care? Not one whit! My phone RINGS and I can dial out. I can forward it to my cell phone; it takes messages for me; I can conference on it...It offers everything I had before and I highly recommend it for everyone. My land line cost me about $500.00 per year and I got this service for $60.00 for TWO YEARS! Technology is a wonderful thing...Back to paint job! YIKES...I must be finished by October 15th and still have to have new countertops and flooring! Will I make it, you say? Heck yes, I will make it! CIAO, for now...HUGS...Andy
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Garden Of Ewton
Is it possible I, finally, have a blog of my own? Not sure I have a lot to say, however, a number of people have asked me why I don't blog? Well, Folks, here it is. I will, probably, not add much to it until I finish the interior painting, reflooring and redecoration of my condo. For ten years, I have looked at, primarily, white walls, which the builder put into place and not all that well, in my humble opinion. At some point I will post photos of the finished product, perhaps, with some before(s) to compare to. As time passes, I hope to offer my take on a number of subjects, as long as it doesn't include religion and politics. I am not as computer savvy as some, so here's hoping you will enjoy it. AND...hopefully, I have learned from the experience, too. HUGS...Have a beautiful day! Andy
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