United Association Family members for just under 3 1/2 Century's

PERSONAL

I awoke this morning at 7am, to a 3+ after 9+hrs of sleep. It is a cool, cloudy morning. I took my am pills and put my flag out. I am down to just 20 pills a day counting my supplements and vitamins, and I am supposed to keep close track of my blood pressure and watch for leg swelling. I turned the T.V. on to C-span and CNBC to see what was important. CNBC showed the DOW down over 170 points. I did get signed up for Medicare and have my Medicare Card in my wallet and I guess I better read the introduction booklet. It does not take effect until April 1st but I did get signed up before Judi! I am also going to try to update my Charities and put up a link for “Wally's Walkers” as some links have changed. I did text Haiti to 90999 and I received a response that the Red Cross will get my $10.00. I did get to meet Jim Pauley for lunch yesterday and that was nice, John had a funeral to go to.

It's hard to believe we started the BULL SESSION twenty years ago. Thanks again for stepping up again Local 290. I will offer my suggestions for getting more “Worker Member” participation. I am going to get a new set of clubs as I need an old man set; flexible shaft. I do like Calloways but I better go to a dealer and have them check my swing, hopefully they will have a “Wally Catcher” available.

God grant that I may live to fish until my dying day, And when it comes to my last cast
I then must humbly pray. When in the Lord's safe landing net I'm peacefully asleep.
That in His mercy, I be judged............Good enough to keep.

My daily prayer, is to Mary Mother of God…..”O Most Blessed Mother, heart of love, heart of mercy, ever listening, caring, consoling, hear OUR prayer. As your children we implore your intercession with Jesus your Son. Receive with understanding and compassion the petitions we place before you today, especially for the safe and successful birth of Brandee's baby, good friend Debbie Lee for her loss, nephew Daniel, as he is back in Iraq; and all in need. We are comforted in knowing your heart is ever open to those who ask for your prayer. We trust to your care and intercession, those whom we love and who are sick or lonely or hurting. Help ALL of us, to bear our burdens in this life until we may share eternal life and peace with God forever, Amen.”
Thank You, Mother Mary, for your help and assistance.

I know I have been repeating things, maybe too much, on my blog; but some of this stuff I need to be reminded of and some of this stuff others need to be reminded of, and I've cleared a lot so far.

LDN and AMP REPORT

This is my attempt to keep track of my experiences with my LDN treatment for my Neurologist and his RN. So far with the 4.5mg I think I'm noticeably better. I am experiencing better days and now that I'm doing the new dosage I am seeing a marked change. I have now been on that brand new FDA approved pill, Aminopyridine, and I am very pleased. It is supposed to be good for “gait” issues, even those with primary progressive.

POLITICAL

I got it done, I now have a HERO list, (NEW MEMBER, RICHARD TRUMPKA, President of the AFL-CIO) a ZERO list and an EVIL list. If for no other reason than, Joe Lieberman needed a special list, and watching the circus from the obstructionists I have to add ALL Republican Senators. Can't we get someone to convince Rosa D. to run for the Senate in Connecticut, with Chris Dodd retiring we are going to have to find another Senate candidate for Connecticut. Should Max Baucus be placed back on the ZERO list, other democrats too? I know I have a number friends that are registered Republicans, while I still like you, YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED of your representatives in D.C.. I also saw on the news that many D.C. Politico's are retiring. I am happy about some of them leaving but sad about others.

I am still convinced ALL this health care “controversy” that was being generated was to take the publics mind off of the Employee Free Choice Act, American Rights at Work, “card check” legislation. Based on President Trumpka's speech at the National Press Club, and the President's meeting with Labor; I AM feeling much more positive. Based on the results yesterday in Massachusetts, I am very concerned.

I did get an email from Candidate Kitzhaber and his web site is quite impressive. I am also going to a fund raiser for Rex Burkholder, a candidate for Metro and I didn't get a chance to stay long at Brent's coffee Saturday.

How is it, our country is spreading “democracy” around the world, and because of a few U.S. Senators we don't even seem to practice it here in our own country. What was that threat made by the Republicans under Bush, (nuclear option)?

It seems all the talking heads are giving grades to President Obama. He believes he has earned a B+; the heads Sunday morning seemed to be settling at a B. I want to give him his B+ but, I will not, until we see the results of health care and E.F.C.A.. Based on what I have been hearing lately he is a B- and depending on E.F.C.A., which I sent another $25.00 to, a B+ is possible.

I still don't know yet, if the “soft landing” bill is done but that is one issue I will keep harping on until I am sure, especially now that Daniel is back in Iraq.

Did you know that there were more vets that died last year because they didn't have health care, than have died in both the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars?

Question of the day. Who was it that came closer to destroying the American Financial System and the American Way? So far the count is, it's George W 7, Bin Laden 5, Madoff 4, Obama & Geitner 1 and a Jeff Grayson, who apparently taught Madoff.

YELLOW RIBBON SECTION

Check www.LetsSayThanks.com often to read feedback from the troops about the Let's Say Thanks program!

We now one nephew in Afghanistan, one back in Iraq and one in S. California getting ready to go; Who knows Where? Sounds like Afghanistan also. Be safe, hurry home.

At the 11th Hour, on the 11th Day, of the 11th Month a cease fire was signed to end the war to end all wars in 1918. How's that worked out so far?

SPORTS

All sports have superstars but I do believe Bret Farve is on a list by himself and he sure looked it in his last game. I am confused however; does this mean cousins Billy and Joey are rooting for the same team?

Giz; You might want to let Peter know; his scouts in Pasadena should be paying close attention to that Mehrens kid, soon to be playing on Jackie Robinson Field.

The loss of Greg Oden and Joel apparently has not had too bad an affect on the Blazers, Joel sure stepped up after Greg went down and since he went down so have the rest of the Blazers. Sounds like Brandon will be back for the next game.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS & CHARITIES

Judi is getting started on the M.S. Walk that comes up in April already, if you want to become a member of Wally's Walkers, the link needs to be updated, so just get hold of one of us.

The Cancer Center at Providence Hospital, as I know they were definitely a comfort to Dianna, her family and friends those last days. Their pink gloves advertisement is great. And because of Joe Lieberman the Susan G. Koman foundation will definitely suffer in their fight against cancer.

The American Rights at Work still needs help. We must not take our eye off the MAIN issue especially sincethatelection in Mass. ( E.F.C.A. )

The U.A. Local 290 “Don Salee” Member Assistance Program.

OTHER STUFF AND COMMUNICATIONS
“GET 'ER DONE” - SOFT LANDING ! And give them back their money, and their overdue raise!

Whether you attend a church service, a Mosque, GLBT gathering, or Synagogue service, please say a prayer that God; yours, mine or ours; keeps our service men and women in the Palm of their hand.

Mike; My “short” blog is still only 3 pages again today. Happy belated Birthday Amy. And in case I forgot to send this to everyone; I suggest you go find this on You Tube – “Ode to Forgetfulness”; Now don't forget to say your prayers and I'll see you next time on my blog.

THE SENILITY PRAYER : Grant me the senility to forget the people I never liked anyway; The good fortune to run into the ones I do, and The eyesight to tell the difference.