ALL THE WAY FROM AFGHANISTAN; THANKS FOR THE CALL CHRISTOPHER

PERSONAL

I awoke this morning at 6am today after 8+hrs of sleep to a 3-. I did measure the total size to be stained and let Erin know and she can tell me how much stain I will need. It is supposed to be dry and hot for the next few days. I do have the address, and directions for the Sherwin Williams store over by the Town Center Mall this is a (BLATENT ADVERTISEMENT). I sure hope my new driver gets here so I can hunt up a “Wally Catcher” and get a little practice in before I go to the Building Trades. I will get to Kaiser today with the stuff from my 24 hour P test. I did get a call to Jury Duty for September and sent off a request to reschedule as they wanted to schedule me for the same week as the BULL Session. Judi is heading out today to go camping at Fort Stevens State Park. I wouldn't call her a camper, but she is going with Shelly from across the street and Shelly is taking her trailer.

I was interrupted doing my blog by a phone call from Christopher (YEA), he sounded good and is doing well so I will pass the word here.

Cousin Mick's MRI is done and he visited the neurologist, not good news I'm afraid. Please keep him and cousin Mary Ellen to your prayers.

I watched C-span and the Republicans are fighting like crazy to make sure the “Bush” top end tax cuts don't expire. Especially since they all, I'm pretty sure, make well over $250,000 and they sure don't want to go back to the tax rates of the Pre-Clinton presidency. They were also against the proposal to aid the States so they do not have to lay off Police, Firefighters, Teachers and or public employee's, but they lost so we can keep, teachers, police, firefighters and other first responders on the job.

I still believe the U of O is ANTI-UNION, and it appears to me now that they are not alone. Keep up the heat.

NEPHEW CHRISTOPHER IS IN AFGHANISTAN STILL AND SURE SOUNDED GOOD ON THE PHONE THIS MORNING, thank you for your service and you are in our prayers every day. It appears our prayers are being heard.

Cousin Larry Pahut's, run off election is in November and he will also need more help. I will say thank you to any and all that helped. That would be a picture of our grandfather there on the right, John L. Monahan, L for Larry? His sister, Patty Ann Sullivan is his Campaign Manager and must have done a fine job. I actually did send him a check, and saw that it had been cashed and would ask all to give what they can. (campaign H.Q. Are 400 Spruce, Anaconda, Montana 59711) Based on the fact he is in a run off they will probably still need more funds, maybe I'll get my checks from S.S. or Kaiser before November.

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, the welcoming of Uncle Sandy into the house of the Lord, for the safe return of nephew Christopher from Afghanistan; good family friend Pat Percin, cousin Larry Pahut in his endeavor to become the Deer Lodge County Justice of the Peace, cousin Mick; 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, especially for BRINGING DANIEL HOME SAFELY, and protecting Christopher; for the safe delivery of Brandee's new baby girl,; and those, NOW covered with Health Care.

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.

M.S., 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 have changed when I take it to coincide with my noon regimen. 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, even though I missed a few times, I am very pleased. It is supposed to be good for “gait” issues, even those with primary progressive. My BP is 115/77/60 today at 9:35am.

POLITICAL

IF YOU ARE A READER FROM WASHING STATE, I HOPE YOU GOT YOUR BALLOTS IN!

CHECK OUT PAST BLOGS FOR THE Top 5 Social Security Myths. I am only going to list the first one from now on, as it is the biggest, as far as I'm concerned and I will save the space.

Myth #1: Social Security is going broke.
Reality: There is no Social Security crisis. By 2023, Social Security will have a $4.6 trillion surplus (yes, trillion with a 'T'). It can pay out all scheduled benefits for the next quarter-century with no changes whatsoever.1 After 2037, it'll still be able to pay out 75% of scheduled benefits—and again, that's without any changes. The program started preparing for the Baby Boomers' retirement decades ago.2Anyone who insists Social Security is broke probably wants to break it themselves.

If you have been following my blog you must be aware that I am not the happiest with the actions or inactions of Congress or the President but I truly believe that in his year and a half he has got more done for me and working men and women of this country than has been accomplished in decades.

POLITICAL

Why do you suppose that the mainstream news is spending soo much time reporting on the indiscretions of Congressman Rangle and Congresswoman Waters and almost nothing on Senator Vitter or that Senator from Nevada, Ensign. Could it be because the 2 congresspeople are African American and the 2 Senators under indictment are white?

LOCAL

FROM BRENT BARTON---- New Campaign Office

We have finally moved into our new campaign office, and it's great. We have our own phone bank area with cubicles, and ample space for volunteers to come in and help out. Come by and check it out anytime, at 6566 SE Lake Road, in Milwaukie. Phone# 503-985-8173 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 503-985-8173 end_of_the_skype_highlighting

Big Canvas Day Tomorrow for the coordinated Campaign, help if you can.

Best wishes DR. JOHN and good luck.

Instead of debating the issues, Chris Dudley is avoiding them – running glossy TV ads with empty slogans and stirring music. Oregonians deserve more: a real discussion about the issues between the candidates - and grassroots campaigns that take that discussion to the doorstep.

So far, the biggest question hovering over the Kitzhaber campaign is how much his union supporters will invest in his campaign. Labor interests have given at least $140,000 to Kitzhaber, accounting for less than 9 percent of his total.

YELLOW RIBBON SECTION

ONE RIBBON STILL UP, FOR CHRISTOPHER, be safe, hurry home, and it was great to hear from you today.

If you can help the “Blue Star Families” and their attempt to build a special place for our families and friends buried up at Willamette National Cemetery. A walk/run/scoot beginning at Cleveland High School August 21st, at 7am is coming up, help if you can.

DON'T FORGET, SOFT LANDING BILL

Please check the sites I have under YELLOW RIBBON as they all could use help.

If you are flying the American Flag, please keep flying it until ALL our Troops return 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

It's MLB Time, Hey Chicago, what do ya say, go Cubs go, Cubs gonna win today,! Lou, we are going to miss you.

And yes Mark, I will check the Mariners schedule and try to get up there before the summers over, although their announcers have said they were in store to beat their worst record since they came into the league.

Speaking of struggling teams, besides the Cubs and Mariners; Go Orioles; and Peter have your people keep an eye on that Mehrens kid that is playing for the S. Cal Rangers, I have been trying to follow his progress on line and he definitely has the right stuff, although his team is really struggling. Based on what I've read he will be making a wonderful closer.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS & CHARITIES

The American Rights at Work still needs help. We must not take our eye off that MAIN issue, our two Senators haven't. E.F.C.A. Especially in light of that mine disaster in West Virginia and those Rig explosions in the Gulf.

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

OTHER STUFF AND COMMUNICATIONS

****Thank You Mary Ellen****
May love and laughter light your days
And warm your heart and homes
May good and faithful friends be yours wherever you may roam
May peace and plenty bless your world with joy that long endures
May all life's passing seasons bring the best to you and yours

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 blog is 4 pages, and over 1,700 words today, I think. I'll see you next time on my blog.