Saturday, March 31, 2012

****LET'S HELP COUSIN DENISE HUTZENBIELER, AND HER EPILEPSY WALK TEAM OUT PLEASE!!!

PERSONAL & PROPAGANDA:

I awoke this morning at 7am and after 9 hours of sleep, I awoke to a 2+. I took my pill's at 7:15am. I should be early because I have very little new to report, I did awake to a 2+ with a little back pain. Brother Michael came over for dinner last night, as apparently, he drug up yesterday at Intel, but he did say he didn't think he would be off long. I will probably be pretty short today because the only real new news is it is that time of the year to begin saving up and requesting support for cousin Denise Hutzenbieler' up coming EPILEPSY Walk in Seattle, please check out my “community organizers and charities section”; ALL HELP APPRECIATED!! I also have to say that I will probably not make it to Kell's on Thursday for the 164th anniversary celebration of the arrival of “Ancestor Ann Monahan” as I will be going to Holy Thursday Mass in Milwaukie at 7pm, but I will raise one at a nearby pub at 6pm. I did “finish” my shadow box and I will try to get a picture of it before I take it to the hall. I did send email's to the CPBT, and the affiliates addresse I had to get updates on their 5/6 main bad contractor's before our V.O.C. meeting Monday night.

I will put the prayers I have been posting again right here up front, especially for sister Danni; and thank you all for Rhyon, Christopher and now cousin Amy.

“Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen.”

Prayer to St. Jude for Eternal Life

You are my solace, St. Jude, in the face of loss and sorrow. I pray that you will guide my heart away from the darkness of fear and into the light of Christ. May the hope that St. Jude keeps alive in my heart be a source of comfort to all those who grieve. For in that hope, we know God's mercy, and we trust God's promise of eternal life. My soul longs for the fullness of life, which is only to be revealed when I meet my Maker in heaven. Stay by my side, St. Jude, so that my soul will always know the power of your healing love. Amen.

**** 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. For sister Danni, nephew Steve, sister Clare, cousin Mick, uncle Hank, nephew Aaron, Kelly's brother, Brother Bruce Temple; good friend and brother Jeff Lyles, brother Buddy Nissing's wife Judy, Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens, brother in law Eric's mother and their speedy recoveries, good friends Ron Wyden, Pat O'baby, the families of brother Charlie Miles and brother Jay Myron and those who are having health issues; protecting Christopher, Rhyon and Amy 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.”

KAISER – M.S. REPORT:

My B.P. today is 131/78/60 at 8:45am, pretty good; I think anyway. I did also contact the Trust for help with the new bed that IS getting me a good night's sleep, and it sounds like they will attempt to help, although I am still waiting to hear from ATPA.

POLITICAL:

THE SUPREME COURT HEARd ARGUMENTS ON THE “CONSTITUTIONALITY” OF “OBAMA CARE”, AND AFTER LISTENING TO THE RGUMENT'S I AM STILL LEANING TO A 6-3 DECISION TO UPHOLD, so far at least.

THANK YOU SENATOR MERKLEY AND CONGRESSMAN DEFAZIO, THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!!
Putting Americans to Work in American Forests
In 2009, Jeff fought hard for funding for jobs in Oregon's forests as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, to put unemployed Oregonians to work thinning our overgrown, choked second-growth forests. However, the companies hired to do the work evaded federal law to import cheap foreign workers, advertising for the jobs far from where the work was being done, then declaring there were no eligible Americans to do the work.

When Jeff learned about this outrage, he demanded answers from the Department of Labor, and recently partnered with Congressman Peter Defazio to introduce a bill that will fill the holes in the H-2B visa program so incidents like this one never happen again. The bill will force companies to work with the state's employment department to ensure there really are no Americans available before visas are granted. No one can say with a straight face there were not Oregonians ready and willing to work in the forests in 2009 and 2010.

My political report will still include MY reasoning.

RON WYDEN FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR FROM OREGON; I have considered him a personal friend for a few decades and his stands taken for us retiree's, women's right's; and fighting attempt of the r's to kill the Keystone pipeline, also putting the onus for getting our state forrestry payment's back right in the pocket of congressman Greg Walden and the house of representatives!
www.standtallforamerica.com !

KURT SCHRADER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! He is now OUR new congressman and his support for our military and his effectiveness in congress so far has brought the rath of “bush's brain” carl rove and the tea party republican's tells he must be VERY evvective. And I did send him a couple $ and offered to help, maybe even with a house party, are you interested?
www.kurtschrader.com,

EARL BLUMENHAUER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! I have known, and been his constituent since his entry into Congress, least until this year, and his service to his constituency, and the State of Oregon; IS exemplary !

JUDY SHIPRACK FOR MULTNOMAH COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! I have known Judy for over 30 years and I know her priorities and concerns for the County and her stamina under the attack's by that “rag” W.W.
www.judyshiprack.com !

CHARLIE HALES FOR PORTLAND MAYOR ! I met Charlie when he was on the Portland City Council and I was still living and working in Portland. His door was alway's open to the concern's of any Portlander, and while I can not think of any disagreement's I might have had with him during his tenure; I do know I would have been able to reach him with them.
www.facebook.com/CharlieHalesforMayor !

MARY NOLAN FOR PORTLAND CITY COMMISSINONER ! For reasons too numerous to mention! And she was great at our last AOH meeting, and Charlie is going to need plenty of help on the council. (P.S. Thank you Nick for your interest in my “BANKSTER” issues.)

MIKE SCHAUFFLER FOR OREGON STATE REPRESENTATIVE, HE WILL BE OUR NEW STATE REP. AND HE ACTUALLY STOPPED BY WHILE WALKING HIS NEW AREA, AND YOU CAN HELP HIM OUT ON APRIL 12 AT THAT WONDERFULL LOCAL BISTRO, GLORIA'Z AT 132ND AND SUNNYSIDE; AND DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR CHECKBOOK.

MARTHA SCHRADER FOR CLACKAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! Because of her STRONG support for Oregon Military Members and their families while she was in the Oregon Legislature, and the fact She WILL be our representative on the Clackamas County Commission. Her phone bank in Oregon City went really well and I have my 4lawn signs, which I hope to get up soon, and the check is in the mail.
www.C-esys.com/marthaschrader/donationaspx !

BARACK OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, because MY hope is still alive and...
The First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden launched their
Joining Forces initiative,

MY MOST IMPORTANT SECTION STILL:

YELLOW RIBBON SECTION
:

Here is a program that is also looking for help! I am starting to run out of yellow ribbon!

http://www.lbeh.org/

Don't forget to say THANK YOU, to all those servicemen and women who have served or are serving.

Nephew Rhyon is back from Afghanistan, and nephew Christopher is back on base in Southern California; but we now have cousin Amy Pahut to worry about; but the President did say the War in Iraq is over, but a prayer a day from all my readers would still make me feel better.

LETS BRING THE REST HOME, NOW (especially after that disaster in afghanistan)
!!

If you are flying the American Flag, please keep flying it until ALL our Troops return home, soon I hope, as I am running out of yellow ribbon; and my flag is getting pretty faded.

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 ?

I DID MOVE MY AOH REPORT OVER TO THE MONAHAN/MEHRENS BLOG.

SPORTS:

I did catch up with nephew Michael Ross and his spring baseball has started.

IT'S JUST ABOUT TIME TO START HEARING THOSE ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL WORD'S; PLAY BALL ! THE DODGERS HAVE NEW OWNERS, MICHAEL ROSS AND MARTY SEEM TO BE PLEASED !

The major changes that the Blazer's are making I must say they still greatly concern me, although they pulled off a good one last night, even missing their M.V.P.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS & CHARITIES:

Hey everyone, on June 16th in Seattle at Greenlake, cousin Denise Hutzenbieler's Epilepsy Walk Team “Epilepsy Slayers” will be walking and raising funds for the eradication of this terrible disease. You can help by joining her team or even with just a donation, PLEASE DO; at:
https://www.kintera.org/faf/search/searchTeamPart.asp?ievent=1015664&lis=1&kntae1015664=6349F421CFC344668A548CA99254AC98&supId=354690400&team=5022248 !

The American Rights at Work still needs help; now more than ever. We must not take our eye off that MAIN issue, The President?, and our two Senators haven't; E.F.C.A. And based on what I have been seeing and hearing, the Republicans have Organized Labor directly in their cross hairs at least for the next 2 years.

The Local 290 “DON SALEE” Member Assistance Program; and you can even make a donation through the U.A. Credit Union, and it appears we will be doing a “BULL SESSION” drawing at the Union meeting's to help raise $ for them.

UNION REPORT:

We still to remember Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens are recovering from vascular surgery and Brother Jim Zettlow who is fighting Mesothelioma, so please add them to your prayers for a speedy and successful recoveries.

I plan on making the V.O.C. meeting Monday and the next PAC meeting, GLWATHCDR and thank you my sisters and brothers for your support of our O.M.S.N. Request, and maybe we can gather some support for Brother Dennis Hutzenbieler's daughter Denise.

It is the political season and I would encourage all you politico's to get a “Union Bug” on your printed material. I personally prefer Hollywood Impress, because they have always met my needs.

FAMILY REPORT:

I DID POST MY “MEHRENS-MONAHAN” BLOG AND I NEED TO GET A SURVEY PROGRAM SET UP TO TRACK FIRST NAMES.

COUSIN DENISE HUTYZENBIELER NEEDS OUR HELP !

Please say an extra prayer for brother-in-law Eric's mom, who is apparently released from the hospital but still recouperating.

I have my “shadow box” completed and hope to get that picture today, being the Mehrens family has 430+- years in the United Association from Portland, Oregon to Iron Mountain, Michigan! I know this may be considered an unnessesary repeat but, I am sooo proud.

BIG ANNIVERSARY APRIL 5, ARE YOU READY ? I'll be celebrating at 6pm PDT and I'm sure it will be celebrated in many cities, towns and States, Thank You, Ancestor Ann ( 5 day's now). I have received confirmation that it will be happening here, in Texas, Montana, Washington, Hawaii and maybe even Nevada.

I really have to trace the “Wallace”- Mehrens link from Tuam, Ireland now that cousin Dan has traced the Monahan's back to “Belemullet”, Ireland.

It still appears I am the the only “follower” on my “MEHRENS/MONAHAN” blog?

Bobbie, my blog is 5 Pages and 2,000+- words.

Friday, March 30, 2012

***WELL DONE, MARTHA SCHRADER, MY SIGN WILL GO UP THIS WEEKEND***

PERSONAL & PROPAGANDA:

I awoke this morning at 6:45am and after 9 hours of sleep, I awoke to a 2+. I took my pill's at 7:15am. I should be early because I have very little new to report, I did awake to a 2+ with a little back pain. I did make both golf with brother Marty and nephew Mike, and the Martha Schrader phone bank and there was a really good turnout and, while I didn't realize it at the time; the phone bank was right next to the place we played simulated golf. I awoke to just a 2+ because I think I hurt my back a little at golf. I did “finish” my shadow box and I will try to get a picture of it before I take it to the hall. I am also going to try to get in touch with the CPBT to get updates on their 5/6 main bad contractor's before our V.O.C. meeting Monday night. The DOW yoyo continues as it is up over 60 point's. I did hear from Ed Ellis this morning about my participation in the BULL SESSION in September and I think we are all square.

Don't forget, Brother Don Getman and the annual M.D. Poker fundraiser; April 1st (2 day's now) up by the inn at the mountain. P.S. I still haven't heard from a soul :-(.

I will put the prayers I have been posting again right here up front, especially for sister Danni; and thank you all for Rhyon, Christopher and now cousin Amy.

“Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen.”

Prayer to St. Jude for Eternal Life

You are my solace, St. Jude, in the face of loss and sorrow. I pray that you will guide my heart away from the darkness of fear and into the light of Christ. May the hope that St. Jude keeps alive in my heart be a source of comfort to all those who grieve. For in that hope, we know God's mercy, and we trust God's promise of eternal life. My soul longs for the fullness of life, which is only to be revealed when I meet my Maker in heaven. Stay by my side, St. Jude, so that my soul will always know the power of your healing love. Amen.

**** 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. For sister Danni, nephew Steve, sister Clare, cousin Mick, uncle Hank, nephew Aaron, Kelly's brother, Brother Bruce Temple; good friend and brother Jeff Lyles, brother Buddy Nissing's wife Judy, Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens, brother in law Eric's mother and their speedy recoveries, good friends Ron Wyden, Pat O'baby, the families of brother Charlie Miles, brother Jay Myron and those who are having health issues; protecting Christopher, Rhyon and Amy 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.”

KAISER – M.S. REPORT:

My B.P. today is 135/80/55 at 9:30am, pretty good; I think anyway. I did also contact the Trust for help with the new bed that IS getting me a good night's sleep, and it sounds like they will attempt to help, although I am still waiting to hear from ATPA.

POLITICAL:

THE SUPREME COURT HEARD ARGUMENTS ON THE “CONSTITUTIONALITY” OF “OBAMA CARE”, AND AFTER LISTENING TO THE ARGUMENT'S, I AM STILL LEANING TO A 6-3 DECISION TO UPHOLD, so far at least.

THANK YOU SENATOR MERKLEY AND CONGRESSMAN DEFAZIO, THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!!
Putting Americans to Work in American Forests
In 2009, Jeff fought hard for funding for jobs in Oregon's forests as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, to put unemployed Oregonians to work thinning our overgrown, choked second-growth forests. However, the companies hired to do the work evaded federal law to import cheap foreign workers, advertising for the jobs far from where the work was being done, then declaring there were no eligible Americans to do the work
.

When Jeff learned about this outrage, he demanded answers from the Department of Labor, and recently partnered with Congressman Peter Defazio to introduce a bill that will fill the holes in the H-2B visa program so incidents like this one never happen again. The bill will force companies to work with the state's employment department to ensure there really are no Americans available before visas are granted. No one can say with a straight face there were not Oregonians ready and willing to work in the forests in 2009 and 2010.

My political report will now include MY reasoning.

RON WYDEN FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR FROM OREGON; I have considered him a personal friend for a few decades and his stands taken for us retiree's, women's right's; and fighting attempt of the r's to kill the Keystone pipeline, also putting the onus for getting our state forrestry payment's back right in the pocket of congressman Greg Walden and the house of representatives!
www.standtallforamerica.com !

KURT SCHRADER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! He is now OUR new congressman and his support for our military and his effectiveness in congress so far has brought the rath of “bush's brain” carl rove and the tea party republican's tells he must be VERY evvective. And I did send him a couple $ and offered to help, maybe even with a house party, are you interested?
www.kurtschrader.com,

EARL BLUMENHAUER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! I have known, and been his constituent since his entry into Congress, least until this year, and his service to his constituency, and the State of Oregon; IS exemplary !

JUDY SHIPRACK FOR MULTNOMAH COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! I have known Judy for over 30 years and I know her priorities and concerns for the County and her stamina under the attack's by that “rag” W.W.
www.judyshiprack.com !

CHARLIE HALES FOR PORTLAND MAYOR ! I met Charlie when he was on the Portland City Council and I was still living and working in Portland. His door was alway's open to the concern's of any Portlander, and while I can not think of any disagreement's I might have had with him during his tenure; I do know I would have been able to reach him with them.
www.facebook.com/CharlieHalesforMayor !

MARY NOLAN FOR PORTLAND CITY COMMISSINONER ! For reasons too numerous to mention! And she was great at our last AOH meeting, and Charlie is going to need plenty of help on the council. (P.S. Thank you Nick for you interest in my “BANKSTER” issues.)

MIKE SCHAUFFLER FOR OREGON STATE REPRESENTATIVE, HE WILL BE OUR NEW STATE REP. AND HE ACTUALLY STOPPED BY WALKING HIS NEW AREA, AND YOU CAN HELP HIM OUT ON APRIL 12 AT THAT WONDERFULL LOCAL BISTRO, GLORIA'Z AT 132ND AND SUNNYSIDE; AND DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR CHECKBOOK.

MARTHA SCHRADER FOR CLACKAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! Because of her STRONG support for Oregon Military Members and their families while she was in the Oregon Legislature, and the fact She WILL be our representative on the Clackamas County Commission. Her phone bank in Oregon City went really well last night and I have my 4lawn signs, which I hope to get up soon.
www.C-esys.com/marthaschrader/donationaspx !

BARACK OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, because MY hope is still alive and...
The First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden launched their
Joining Forces initiative,

MY MOST IMPORTANT SECTION STILL:

YELLOW RIBBON SECTION
:

Here is a program that is also looking for help! I am starting to run out of yellow ribbon!

http://www.lbeh.org/

Don't forget to say THANK YOU, to all those servicemen and women who have served or are serving.

Nephew Rhyon is back from Afghanistan, and nephew Christopher is back on base in Southern California; but we now have cousin Amy Pahut to worry about; but the President did say the War in Iraq is over, but a prayer a day from all my readers would still make me feel better.

LETS BRING THE REST HOME, NOW (especially after that disaster in afghanistan
) !!

If you are flying the American Flag, please keep flying it until ALL our Troops return home, soon I hope as I am running out of yellow ribbon, and my flag is getting pretty faded.

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 ?

I DID MOVE MY AOH REPORT OVER TO THE MONAHAN/MEHRENS BLOG.

SPORTS:

I did catch up with nephew Michael Ross and his spring baseball has started.

IT'S JUST ABOUT TIME TO START HEARING THOSE ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL WORD'S; PLAY BALL ! THE DODGERS HAVE NEW OWNERS, MICHAEL ROSS AND MARTY SEEM TO BE PLEASED !

The major changes that the Blazer's are making I must say they still greatly concern me.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS & CHARITIES:

The American Rights at Work still needs help; now more than ever. We must not take our eye off that MAIN issue, The President?, and our two Senators haven't; E.F.C.A. And based on what I have been seeing and hearing, the Republicans have Organized Labor directly in their cross hairs at least for the next 2 years.

The Local 290 “DON SALEE” Member Assistance Program; and you can even make a donation through the U.A. Credit Union, and it appears we will be doing a “BULL SESSION” drawing at the Union meeting's to help raise $ for them.

UNION REPORT:

We still to remember Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens are recovering from vascular surgery and Brother Jim Zettlow who is fighting Mesothelioma, so please add them to your prayers for a speedy and successful recoveries.

I plan on making the V.O.C. Meeting Monday and the next PAC meeting, GLWATHCDR and thank you my sisters and brothers for your support of our O.M.S.N. Request.

It is the political season and I would encourage all you politico's to get a “Union Bug” on your printed material. I personally prefer Hollywood Impress, because they have always met my needs.

FAMILY REPORT:

I DID POST MY “MEHRENS-MONAHAN” BLOG AND I NEED TO GET A SURVEY PROGRAM SET UP TO TRACK FIRST NAMES.

Please say an extra prayer for brother-in-law Eric's mom, who is apparently released from the hospital but still recouperating.

I have my “shadow box” completed and hope to take that picture today, being the Mehrens family has 430+- years in the United Association from Portland, Oregon to Iron Mountain, Michigan! I know this may be considered an unnessesary repeat but, I am sooo proud.

BIG ANNIVERSARY APRIL 5, ARE YOU READY ? I'll be celebrating at 6pm PDT at Kell's and I'm sure it will be celebrated in many cities, towns and States, Thank You Ann ( 8 day's now). I have received confirmation that it will be happening here, Washington, Texas, Montana. Hawaii and maybe even Nevada.

I really have to trace the “Wallace”- Mehrens link from Tuam, Ireland now that cousin Dan has traced the Monahan's back to “Belemullet”, Ireland.

It still appears I am the the only “follower” on my “MEHRENS/MONAHAN” blog?

Bobbie, my blog is 5 Pages and 1,900+- words.

Thursday, March 29, 2012

***MEHRENS-MONAHAN BLOG UPDATED TODAY***

PERSONAL & PROPAGANDA:

I awoke this morning at 7am and after 9 hours of sleep, I awoke to a 3. I took my pill's at 7:15am. I should be early because I slept in my new bed last night and I did awake to a 3 with no back pain. I will post early, but I do have a busy day today. I am going to try to make both golf with brother Marty and nephew Mike, and the Martha Schrader phone bank to night. I did “finish” my shadow box today. I should shorten up today's blog, hopefully, and I did post my “Mehrens-Monahan blog already. The DOW is down over 70 point's. I am still waiting to hear from Ed Ellis about my participation in the BULL SESSION in September.

Don't forget, Brother Don Getman and the annual M.D. Poker fundraiser; April 1st (3 day's now) up by the inn at the mountain. P.S. I still haven't heard from a soul :-(.

I will put the prayers I have been posting again right here up front, especially for sister Danni; and thank you all for Rhyon, Christopher and now cousin Amy.

“Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen.”

Prayer to St. Jude for Eternal Life

You are my solace, St. Jude, in the face of loss and sorrow. I pray that you will guide my heart away from the darkness of fear and into the light of Christ. May the hope that St. Jude keeps alive in my heart be a source of comfort to all those who grieve. For in that hope, we know God's mercy, and we trust God's promise of eternal life. My soul longs for the fullness of life, which is only to be revealed when I meet my Maker in heaven. Stay by my side, St. Jude, so that my soul will always know the power of your healing love. Amen.

**** 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. For sister Danni, nephew Steve, sister Clare, cousin Mick, uncle Hank, nephew Aaron, Kelly's brother, Brother Bruce Temple; good friend and brother Jeff Lyles, brother Buddy Nissing's wife Judy, Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens, brother in law Eric's mother and their speedy recoveries, good friends Ron Wyden, Pat O'baby, the families of brother Charlie Miles, brother Jay Myron and those who are having health issues; protecting Christopher, Rhyon and Amy 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.”

KAISER – M.S. REPORT:

My B.P. today is 124/73/58 at 8:45am, pretty good; I think anyway. I did also contact the Trust for help with the new bed that IS getting me a good night's sleep, and it sounds like they will attempt to help. I am still waiting to hear from ATPA.

POLITICAL:

THE SUPREME COURT FINISHED HEARING ARGUMENTS ON THE “CONSTITUTIONALITY” OF “OBAMA CARE”, AND AFTER LISTENING TO THE ARGUMENT'S I AM LEANING TO A 6-3 DECISION TO UPHOLD, so far at least.

THANK YOU SENATOR MERKLEY AND CONGRESSMAN DEFAZIO, THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!!
Putting Americans to Work in American Forests
In 2009, Jeff fought hard for funding for jobs in Oregon's forests as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, to put unemployed Oregonians to work thinning our overgrown, choked second-growth forests. However, the companies hired to do the work evaded federal law to import cheap foreign workers, advertising for the jobs far from where the work was being done, then declaring there were no eligible Americans to do the work
.

When Jeff learned about this outrage, he demanded answers from the Department of Labor, and recently partnered with Congressman Peter Defazio to introduce a bill that will fill the holes in the H-2B visa program so incidents like this one never happen again. The bill will force companies to work with the state's employment department to ensure there really are no Americans available before visas are granted. No one can say with a straight face there were not Oregonians ready and willing to work in the forests in 2009 and 2010.

My political report will now include MY reasoning.

RON WYDEN FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR FROM OREGON; I have considered him a personal friend for a few decades and his stands taken for us retiree's, women's right's; and fighting attempt of the r's to kill the Keystone pipeline, also putting the onus for getting our state forrestry payment's back right in the pocket of congressman Greg Walden and the house of representatives!
www.standtallforamerica.com !

KURT SCHRADER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! He is now OUR new congressman and his support for our military and his effectiveness in congress so far has brought the rath of “bush's brain” carl rove and the tea party republican's tells he must be VERY evvective. And I did send him a couple $ and offered to help, maybe even with a house party, are you interested?
www.kurtschrader.com,

EARL BLUMENHAUER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! I have known, and been his constituent since his entry into Congress, least until this year, and his service to his constituency, and the State of Oregon; IS exemplary !

JUDY SHIPRACK FOR MULTNOMAH COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! I have known Judy for over 30 years and I know her priorities and concerns for the County and her stamina under the attack's by that “rag” W.W.
www.judyshiprack.com !

CHARLIE HALES FOR PORTLAND MAYOR ! I met Charlie when he was on the Portland City Council and I was still living and working in Portland. His door was alway's open to the concern's of any Portlander, and while I can not think of any disagreement's I might have had with him during his tenure; I do know I would have been able to reach him with them.
www.facebook.com/CharlieHalesforMayor !

MARY NOLAN FOR PORTLAND CITY COMMISSINONER ! For reasons too numerous to mention! And she was great at our last AOH meeting, and Charlie is going to need plenty of help on the council. (P.S. Thank you Nick for you interest in my “BANKSTER” issues.)

MIKE SCHAUFFLER FOR OREGON STATE REPRESENTATIVE, HE WILL BE OUR NEW STATE REP. AND HE ACTUALLY STOPPED BY WALKING HIS NEW AREA, AND YOU CAN HELP HIM OUT ON APRIL 12 AT THAT WONDERFULL LOCAL BISTRO, GLORIA'Z AT 132ND AND SUNNYSIDE; AND DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR CHECKBOOK.

MARTHA SCHRADER FOR CLACKAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! Because of her STRONG support for Oregon Military Members and their families while she was in the Oregon Legislature, and the fact She WILL be our representative on the Clackamas County Commission. She is doing a phone bank tonight in Oregon City, which I hope to see you there.
www.C-esys.com/marthaschrader/donationaspx !

BARACK OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, because MY hope is still alive and...
The First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden launched their
Joining Forces initiative,

MY MOST IMPORTANT SECTION STILL:

YELLOW RIBBON SECTION
:

Here is a program that is also looking for help! I am starting to run out of yellow ribbon!

http://www.lbeh.org/

Don't forget to say THANK YOU, to all those servicemen and women who have served or are serving.

Nephew Rhyon is back from Afghanistan, and nephew Christopher is back on base in Southern California; but we now have cousin Amy Pahut to worry about; but the President did say the War in Iraq is over, but a prayer a day from all my readers would still make me feel better.

LETS BRING THE REST HOME, NOW (especially after that disaster in afghanistan)
!!

If you are flying the American Flag, please keep flying it until ALL our Troops return home, soon I hope as I am running out of yellow ribbon, and my flag is getting pretty faded.

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 ?

I DID MOVE MY AOH REPORT OVER TO THE MONAHAN/MEHRENS BLOG, which I updated this morning.

SPORTS:

I will catch up with nephew Michael Ross today and see when his spring baseball starts because we are going to play some,simulated, golf today.

IT'S JUST ABOUT TIME TO START HEARING THOSE ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL WORD'S; PLAY BALL ! THE DODGERS HAVE NEW OWNERS !

The major changes that the Blazer's are making I must say they greatly concerned me.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS & CHARITIES:

The American Rights at Work still needs help; now more than ever. We must not take our eye off that MAIN issue, The President?, and our two Senators haven't; E.F.C.A. And based on what I have been seeing and hearing, the Republicans have Organized Labor directly in their cross hairs at least for the next 2 years.

The Local 290 “DON SALEE” Member Assistance Program; and you can even make a donation through the U.A. Credit Union, and it appears we will be doing a “BULL SESSION” drawing at the Union meeting's to help raise $ for them.

UNION REPORT:

We still to remember Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens are recovering from vascular surgery and Brother Jim Zettlow who is fighting Mesothelioma, so please add them to your prayers for a speedy and successful recoveries.

I plan on making the V.O.C. Meeting Monday and the next PAC meeting, GLWATHCDR and thank you my sisters and brothers for your support of our O.M.S.N. Request.

It is the political season and I would encourage all you politico's to get a “Union Bug” on your printed material. I personally prefer Hollywood Impress, because they have always met my needs.

FAMILY REPORT:

I DID POST MY “MEHRENS-MONAHAN” BLOG ALREADY THIS MORNING.

Please say an extra prayer for brother-in-law Eric's mom, who is apparently released from the hospital but still recouperating.

I have my “shadow box” and maybe can get it ompleted today, being the Mehrens family has 430+- years in the United Association from Portland, Oregon to Iron Mountain, Michigan! I know this may be considered an unnessesary repeat but, I am sooo proud.

BIG ANNIVERSARY APRIL 5, ARE YOU READY ? I'll be celebrating at 6pm PDT at Kell's and I'm sure it will be celebrated in many cities, towns and States, Thank You Ann ( 8 day's now). I have received confirmation that it will be happening here, in Texas, Montana. Hawaii and maybe even Nevada.

I really have to trace the “Wallace”- Mehrens link from Tuam, Ireland now that cousin Dan has traced the Monahan's back to “Belemullet”, Ireland.

It still appears I am the the only “follower” on my “MEHRENS/MONAHAN” blog?

Bobbie, my blog is 4 Pages and 1,900+- words.

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

***MY PREDICTION, SUPREME COURT UPHOLDS OBAMA CARE, 6-3***

PERSONAL & PROPAGANDA:

I awoke this morning at 8am and after 9 hours of sleep, I awoke to a 3. I took my pill's at 8:15am. I should be early because I slept in my new bed last night and I did awake to a 3 with no back pain. I am not sure when I will post but I don't have a busy day today. I am going to try to make both golf with brother Marty and nephew Mike, and the Martha Schrader phone bank to night. I will “finish” my shadow box today, but I need to get a a small bolt and nut also. I should shorten up today's blog, hopefully. The DOW is down almost 90 point's. I also should hear from Ed Ellis about my participation in the BULL SESSION in September.

Don't forget, Brother Don Getman and the annual M.D. Poker fundraiser; April 1st (5 day's now) up by the inn at the mountain. P.S. I still haven't heard from a soul :-(.

I will put the prayers I have been posting again right here up front, especially for sister Danni; and thank you all for Rhyon, Christopher and now cousin Amy.

“Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen.”

Prayer to St. Jude for Eternal Life

You are my solace, St. Jude, in the face of loss and sorrow. I pray that you will guide my heart away from the darkness of fear and into the light of Christ. May the hope that St. Jude keeps alive in my heart be a source of comfort to all those who grieve. For in that hope, we know God's mercy, and we trust God's promise of eternal life. My soul longs for the fullness of life, which is only to be revealed when I meet my Maker in heaven. Stay by my side, St. Jude, so that my soul will always know the power of your healing love. Amen.

**** 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. For sister Danni, nephew Steve, sister Clare, cousin Mick, uncle Hank, nephew Aaron, Kelly's brother, Brother Bruce Temple; good friend and brother Jeff Lyles, brother Buddy Nissing's wife Judy, Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens, brother in law Eric's mother and their speedy recoveries, good friends Ron Wyden, Pat O'baby, the families of brother Charlie Miles, brother Jay Myron and those who are having health issues; protecting Christopher, Rhyon and Amy 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.”

KAISER – M.S. REPORT:

My B.P. today is 118/69/58 at 8:45am, pretty good; I think anyway. I did also contact the Trust for help with the new bed that IS getting me a good night's sleep, and it sounds like they will attempt to help. I am still waiting to hear from ATPA.

POLITICAL:

THE SUPREME COURT IS HEARING ARGUMENTS ON THE “CONSTITUTIONALITY” OF “OBAMA CARE”, AND AFTER LISTENING TO THE FIRST 2 DAY'S I AM LEANING TO A 6-3 DECISION TO UPHOLD, so far at least.

THANK YOU SENATOR MERKLEY AND CONGRESSMAN DEFAZIO, THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!!
Putting Americans to Work in American Forests
In 2009, Jeff fought hard for funding for jobs in Oregon's forests as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, to put unemployed Oregonians to work thinning our overgrown, choked second-growth forests. However, the companies hired to do the work evaded federal law to import cheap foreign workers, advertising for the jobs far from where the work was being done, then declaring there were no eligible Americans to do the work.

When Jeff learned about this outrage, he demanded answers from the Department of Labor, and recently partnered with Congressman Peter Defazio to introduce a bill that will fill the holes in the H-2B visa program so incidents like this one never happen again. The bill will force companies to work with the state's employment department to ensure there really are no Americans available before visas are granted. No one can say with a straight face there were not Oregonians ready and willing to work in the forests in 2009 and 2010.

My political report will now include MY reasoning.

RON WYDEN FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR FROM OREGON; I have considered him a personal friend for a few decades and his stands taken for us retiree's, women's right's; and fighting attempt of the r's to kill the Keystone pipeline, also putting the onus for getting our state forrestry payment's back right in the pocket of congressman Greg Walden and the house of representatives!
www.standtallforamerica.com !

KURT SCHRADER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! He is now OUR new congressman and his support for our military and his effectiveness in congress so far has brought the rath of “bush's brain” carl rove and the tea party republican's tells he must be VERY evvective. And I am going to send him a couple $ today and offer to help, maybe even with a house party, are you interested?
www.kurtschrader.com,

EARL BLUMENHAUER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! I have known, and been his constituent since his entry into Congress, least until this year, and his service to his constituency, and the State of Oregon; IS exemplary !

JUDY SHIPRACK FOR MULTNOMAH COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! I have known Judy for over 30 years and I know her priorities and concerns for the County and her stamina under the attack's by that “rag” W.W.
www.judyshiprack.com !

CHARLIE HALES FOR PORTLAND MAYOR ! I met Charlie when he was on the Portland City Council and I was still living and working in Portland. His door was alway's open to the concern's of any Portlander, and while I can not think of any disagreement's I might have had with him during his tenure; I do know I would have been able to reach him with them.
www.facebook.com/CharlieHalesforMayor !

MARY NOLAN FOR PORTLAND CITY COMMISSINONER ! For reasons too numerous to mention! And she was great at our last AOH meeting, and Charlie is going to need plenty of help on the council. (P.S. Thank you Nick for you interest in my “BANKSTER” issues.)

MIKE SCHAUFFLER FOR OREGON STATE REPRESENTATIVE, HE WILL BE OUR NEW STATE REP. AND HE ACTUALLY STOPPED BY LAT NIGHT WALKING HIS NEW AREA, AND YOU CAN HELP HIM OUT ON APRIL 12 AT THAT WONDERFULL LOCAL BISTRO, GLORIA'Z AT 132ND AND SUNNYSIDE; AND DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR CHECKBOOK.

MARTHA SCHRADER FOR CLACKAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! Because of her STRONG support for Oregon Military Members and their families while she was in the Oregon Legislature, and the fact She WILL be our representative on the Clackamas County Commission. She will be doing a phone bank tommorrow evening in Oregon City, which I hope to make.
www.C-esys.com/marthaschrader/donationaspx !

BARACK OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, because MY hope is still alive and...
The First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden launched their
Joining Forces initiative,

MY MOST IMPORTANT SECTION STILL:

YELLOW RIBBON SECTION
:

Here is a program that is also looking for help! I am starting to run out of yellow ribbon!

http://www.lbeh.org/

Don't forget to say THANK YOU, to all those servicemen and women who have served or are serving.

Nephew Rhyon is back from Afghanistan, and nephew Christopher is back on base in Southern California; but we now have cousin Amy Pahut to worry about; but the President did say the War in Iraq is over, but a prayer a day from all my readers would still make me feel better.

LETS BRING THE REST HOME, NOW (especially after that disaster in afghanistan
) !!

If you are flying the American Flag, please keep flying it until ALL our Troops return home, soon I hope as I am running out of yellow ribbon, and my flag is getting pretty faded.

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 ?

I DID MOVE MY AOH REPORT OVER TO THE MONAHAN/MEHRENS BLOG.

SPORTS:

I hope to catch up with nephew Michael Ross Tommorrow and see when his spring baseball starts because we are going to play some,simulated, golf Tommorrow.

IT'S JUST ABOUT TIME TO START HEARING THOSE ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL WORD'S; PLAY BALL ! THE DODGERS HAVE NEW OWNERS !

When I heard of the major changes that the Blazer's made, I must say they greatly concerned me, but hopefully they will turn it around, but only a few games left.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS & CHARITIES:

The American Rights at Work still needs help; now more than ever. We must not take our eye off that MAIN issue, The President?, and our two Senators haven't; E.F.C.A. And based on what I have been seeing and hearing, the Republicans have Organized Labor directly in their cross hairs at least for the next 2 years.

The Local 290 “DON SALEE” Member Assistance Program; and you can even make a donation through the U.A. Credit Union, and it appears we will be doing a “BULL SESSION” drawing at the Union meeting's to help raise $ for them.

UNION REPORT:

We still to remember Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens are recovering from vascular surgery and Brother Jim Zettlow who is fighting Mesothelioma, so please add them to your prayers for a speedy and successful recoveries.

I missed the V.O.C. and the PAC meeting's, but GLWATHCDR I will make the next PAC meeting and thank you my sisters and brothers for your support of our O.M.S.N. Request.

It is the political season and I would encourage all you politico's to get a “Union Bug” on your printed material. I personally prefer Hollywood Impress, because they have always met my needs.

FAMILY REPORT:

Please say an extra prayer for brother-in-law Eric's mom, who is apparently released from the hospital but still recouperating.

I have my “shadow box” and maybe can get it ompleted today, being the Mehrens family has 430+- years in the United Association from Portland, Oregon to Iron Mountain, Michigan! I know this may be considered an unnessesary repeat but, I am sooo proud.

BIG ANNIVERSARY APRIL 5, ARE YOU READY ? I'll be celebrating at 6pm PDT at Kell's and I'm sure it will be celebrated in many cities, towns and States, Thank You Ann ( 8 day's now). I have received confirmation that it will be happening here, in Texas, and Montana.

I really have to trace the “Wallace”- Mehrens link from Tuam, Ireland now that cousin Dan has traced the Monahan's back to “Belemullet”, Ireland.

It still appears I am the the only “follower” on my “MEHRENS/MONAHAN” blog?

Bobbie, my blog is 4 Pages and 1,900+- words.

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

***I WOULD REQUEST A PRAYER FOR BROTHER JIM ZETTLOW***

PERSONAL & PROPAGANDA:

I awoke this morning at 6am and after 9 hours of sleep, I awoke to a 2+. I took my pill's at 6:30am. I should be early because I slept in my new bed last night but I did awake to just a 2+ with a little back pain. I am not sure when I will post because I have a busy day today. I will be going to the C.P.B.T. Ebd this morning and seeing my accountant this afternoon. :-( Maybe today I can “finish” my shadow box today, all I need is a small bolt and nut I will also try to pick up today. I should shorten up today's blog, hopefully. The DOW is down about 10 point's. I also should call Ed Ellis about my participation in the BULL SESSION in September.

Don't forget, Brother Don Getman and the annual M.D. Poker fundraiser; April 1st (5 day's now) up by the inn at the mountain. P.S. I still haven't heard from a soul :-(.

I will put the prayers I have been posting again right here up front, especially for sister Danni; and thank you all for Rhyon, Christopher and now cousin Amy.

“Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen.”

Prayer to St. Jude for Eternal Life

You are my solace, St. Jude, in the face of loss and sorrow. I pray that you will guide my heart away from the darkness of fear and into the light of Christ. May the hope that St. Jude keeps alive in my heart be a source of comfort to all those who grieve. For in that hope, we know God's mercy, and we trust God's promise of eternal life. My soul longs for the fullness of life, which is only to be revealed when I meet my Maker in heaven. Stay by my side, St. Jude, so that my soul will always know the power of your healing love. Amen.

**** 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. For sister Danni, nephew Steve, sister Clare, cousin Mick, uncle Hank, nephew Aaron, Kelly's brother, Brother Bruce Temple; good friend and brother Jeff Lyles, brother Buddy Nissing's wife Judy, Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens, brother Jim Zettlow, brother in law Eric's mother and their speedy recoveries, good friends Ron Wyden, Pat O'baby, the families of brother Charlie Miles, brother Jay Myron and those who are having health issues; protecting Christopher, Rhyon and Amy 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.”

KAISER – M.S. REPORT:

My B.P. today is 130/75/60 at 8:45am, pretty good; I think anyway. I did also contact the Trust for help with the new bed that IS getting me a good night's sleep, and it sounds like they will attempt to help. I am still waiting to hear from ATPA.

POLITICAL:

THANK YOU SENATOR MERKLEY AND CONGRESSMAN DEFAZIO, THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!!
Putting Americans to Work in American Forests
In 2009, Jeff fought hard for funding for jobs in Oregon's forests as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, to put unemployed Oregonians to work thinning our overgrown, choked second-growth forests. However, the companies hired to do the work evaded federal law to import cheap foreign workers, advertising for the jobs far from where the work was being done, then declaring there were no eligible Americans to do the work.

When Jeff learned about this outrage, he demanded answers from the Department of Labor, and recently partnered with Congressman Peter Defazio to introduce a bill that will fill the holes in the H-2B visa program so incidents like this one never happen again. The bill will force companies to work with the state's employment department to ensure there really are no Americans available before visas are granted. No one can say with a straight face there were not Oregonians ready and willing to work in the forests in 2009 and 2010.

My political report will now include MY reasoning.

RON WYDEN FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR FROM OREGON; I have considered him a personal friend for a few decades and his stands taken for us retiree's, women's right's; and fighting attempt of the r's to kill the Keystone pipeline, also putting the onus for getting our state forrestry payment's back right in the pocket of congressman Greg Walden and the house of representatives!
www.standtallforamerica.com !

KURT SCHRADER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! He is now OUR new congressman and his support for our military and his effectiveness in congress so far has brought the rath of “bush's brain” carl rove and the tea party republican's tells he must be VERY evvective. And I am going to send him a couple $ today and offer to help, maybe even with a house party, are you interested?
www.kurtschrader.com,

EARL BLUMENHAUER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! I have known, and been his constituent since his entry into Congress, least until this year, and his service to his constituency, and the State of Oregon; IS exemplary !

JUDY SHIPRACK FOR MULTNOMAH COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! I have known Judy for over 30 years and I know her priorities and concerns for the County and her stamina under the attack's by that “rag” W.W.
www.judyshiprack.com !

CHARLIE HALES FOR PORTLAND MAYOR ! I met Charlie when he was on the Portland City Council and I was still living and working in Portland. His door was alway's open to the concern's of any Portlander, and while I can not think of any disagreement's I might have had with him during his tenure; I do know I would have been able to reach him with them.
www.facebook.com/CharlieHalesforMayor !

MARY NOLAN FOR PORTLAND CITY COMMISSINONER ! For reasons too numerous to mention! And she was great at our last AOH meeting, and Charlie is going to need plenty of help on the council. (P.S. Thank you Nick for you interest in my “BANKSTER” issues.)

MIKE SCHAUFFLER FOR OREGON STATE REPRESENTATIVE, HE WILL BE OUR NEW STATE REP. AND, I BELIEVE, THE BEST STATE REPRESNTATIVE FOR OREGON'S WORKERS; AND YOU CAN HELP HIM OUT ON APRIL 12 AT THAT WONDERFULL LOCAL BISTRO, GLORIA'Z AT 132ND AND SUNNYSIDE; AND DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR CHECKBOOK.

MARTHA SCHRADER FOR CLACKAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! Because of her STRONG support for Oregon Military Members and their families while she was in the Oregon Legislature, and the fact She WILL be our representative on the Clackamas County Commission.
www.C-esys.com/marthaschrader/donationaspx !

BARACK OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, because MY hope is still alive and...
The First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden launched their
Joining Forces initiative,

MY MOST IMPORTANT SECTION STILL:

YELLOW RIBBON SECTION
:

Here is a program that is also looking for help! I am starting to run out of yellow ribbon!

http://www.lbeh.org/

Don't forget to say THANK YOU, to all those servicemen and women who have served or are serving.

Nephew Rhyon is back from Afghanistan, and nephew Christopher is back on base in Southern California; but we now have cousin Amy Pahut to worry about; but the President did say the War in Iraq is over, but a prayer a day from all my readers would still make me feel better.

LETS BRING THE REST HOME, NOW (especially after that disaster in afghanistan
) !!

If you are flying the American Flag, please keep flying it until ALL our Troops return home, soon I hope as I am running out of yellow ribbon, and my flag is getting pretty faded.

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 ?

I DID MOVE MY AOH REPORT OVER TO THE MONAHAN/MEHRENS BLOG. BROTHER CHUCK DUFFY IS HEADING TO A FUNCTION IN ST. REGIS, MONTANA NEXT MONTH, I THINK, AND I BELIEVE THERE IS AN AOH IN MISSOULA, SO I BETTER CALL COUSIN TOM AND FOREWARN HIM. ;-) .

SPORTS:

I will catch up with nephew Michael Ross Thursday and see when his spring baseball starts because we are going to play some,simulated, golf Thursday.

IT'S JUST ABOUT TIME TO START HEARING THOSE ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL WORD'S; PLAY BALL !

When I heard of the major changes that the Blazer's made, I must say they greatly concerned me, but hopefully they will turn it around, but only a few games left.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS & CHARITIES:

The American Rights at Work still needs help; now more than ever. We must not take our eye off that MAIN issue, The President?, and our two Senators haven't; E.F.C.A. And based on what I have been seeing and hearing, the Republicans have Organized Labor directly in their cross hairs at least for the next 2 years.

The Local 290 “DON SALEE” Member Assistance Program; and you can even make a donation through the U.A. Credit Union, and it appears we will be doing a “BULL SESSION” drawing at the Union meeting's to help raise $ for them.

UNION REPORT:

We still to remember Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens are recovering from vascular surgery and Brother Jim Zettlow who is fighting Mesothelioma, so please add them to your prayers for a speedy and successful recoveries.

I missed the V.O.C. and the PAC meeting's, but GLWATHCDR I will make the next PAC meeting and thank you my sisters and brothers for your support of our O.M.S.N. Request.

It is the political season and I would encourage all you politico's to get a “Union Bug” on your printed material. I personally prefer Hollywood Impress, because they have always met my needs.

FAMILY REPORT:

Please say an extra prayer for brother-in-law Eric's mom, who is apparently released from the hospital but still recouperating.

I have my “shadow box” and maybe can get it put together soon, being the Mehrens family has 430+- years in the United Association from Portland, Oregon to Iron Mountain, Michigan! I know this may be considered an unnessesary repeat but, I am sooo proud.

BIG ANNIVERSARY APRIL 5, ARE YOU READY ? I'll be celebrating at 6pm PDT at Kell's and I'm sure it will be celebrated in many cities, towns and States, Thank You Ann ( 9 day's now). I have received confirmation that it will be happening here, in Texas, and Montana.

I really have to trace the “Wallace”- Mehrens link from Tuam, Ireland now that cousin Dan has traced the Monahan's back to “Belemullet”, Ireland.

It still appears I am the the only “follower” on my “MEHRENS/MONAHAN” blog?

Bobbie, my blog is 4 Pages and 1,900+- words.

Monday, March 26, 2012

***PLEASE TRY TO MAKE DON GETMAN'S M.D. FUNRAISER SUNDAY***

PERSONAL AND PROPAGANDA:

I awoke this morning at 7am and after 9 hours of sleep, I awoke to a 2+. I took my pill's at 7:30am. I should be early because I slept in my new bed last night but I did awake to just a 2+ with a little back pain. Judi, Heidi, Danni and Trina finally got back from the beach to celebrate Heidi's Birthday about 5:30pm after dropping Heidi off at the Rose Garden to meet brother Mike for the game and It was a good game (a win), Peg and Eric were there also but I watched and didn't see any of them. Maybe today I can “finish” my shadow box. I will shorten up today's blog, hopefully. The DOW is up 116+ point's, but so is gas and oil. I also should call Don and let him know, I may also not be able to make it.

Don't forget, Brother Don Getman and the annual M.D. Poker fundraiser; April 1st up by the inn at the mountain. P.S. I still haven't heard from a soul :-(.


I will put the prayers I have been posting again right here up front, especially for sister Danni; and thank you all for Rhyon, Christopher and now cousin Amy.

“Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen.”

Prayer to St. Jude for Eternal Life

You are my solace, St. Jude, in the face of loss and sorrow. I pray that you will guide my heart away from the darkness of fear and into the light of Christ. May the hope that St. Jude keeps alive in my heart be a source of comfort to all those who grieve. For in that hope, we know God's mercy, and we trust God's promise of eternal life. My soul longs for the fullness of life, which is only to be revealed when I meet my Maker in heaven. Stay by my side, St. Jude, so that my soul will always know the power of your healing love. Amen.

**** 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. For sister Danni, nephew Steve, sister Clare, cousin Mick, uncle Hank, nephew Aaron, Kelly's brother, Brother Bruce Temple; good friend and brother Jeff Lyles, brother Buddy Nissing's wife Judy, Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens, brother in law Eric's mother and their speedy recoveries, good friends Ron Wyden, Pat O'baby, the families of brother Charlie Miles, brother Jay Myron and those who are having health issues; protecting Christopher, Rhyon and Amy 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.”

KAISER – M.S. REPORT:

My B.P. today is 128/72/65 at 8:45am, pretty good; I think anyway. I did also contact the Trust for help with the new bed that will IS getting me a good night's sleep, and it sounds like they will attempt to help. I am still waiting to hear from ATPA.

POLITICAL:

THANK YOU SENATOR MERKLEY AND CONGRESSMAN DEFAZIO, THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!!
Putting Americans to Work in American Forests
In 2009, Jeff fought hard for funding for jobs in Oregon's forests as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, to put unemployed Oregonians to work thinning our overgrown, choked second-growth forests. However, the companies hired to do the work evaded federal law to import cheap foreign workers, advertising for the jobs far from where the work was being done, then declaring there were no eligible Americans to do the work
.

When Jeff learned about this outrage, he demanded answers from the Department of Labor, and recently partnered with Congressman Peter Defazio to introduce a bill that will fill the holes in the H-2B visa program so incidents like this one never happen again. The bill will force companies to work with the state's employment department to ensure there really are no Americans available before visas are granted. No one can say with a straight face there were not Oregonians ready and willing to work in the forests in 2009 and 2010.

My political report will now include MY reasoning.

RON WYDEN FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR FROM OREGON; I have considered him a personal friend for a few decades and his stands taken for us retiree's, women's right's; and fighting attempt of the r's to kill the Keystone pipeline, also putting the onus for getting our state forrestry payment's back right in the pocket of congressman Greg Walden and the house of representatives!
www.standtallforamerica.com !

KURT SCHRADER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! He is now OUR new congressman and his support for our military and his effectiveness in congress so far has brought the rath of “bush's brain” carl rove and the tea party republican's tells he must be VERY evvective. And I did send him a couple $ and offered to help, maybe even with a house party, are you interested?
www.kurtschrader.com,

EARL BLUMENHAUER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! I have known, and been his constituent since his entry into Congress, least until this year, and his service to his constituency, and the State of Oregon; IS exemplary !

JUDY SHIPRACK FOR MULTNOMAH COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! I have known Judy for over 30 years and I know her priorities and concerns for the County and her stamina under the attack's by that “rag” W.W.
www.judyshiprack.com !

CHARLIE HALES FOR PORTLAND MAYOR ! I met Charlie when he was on the Portland City Council and I was still living and working in Portland. His door was alway's open to the concern's of any Portlander, and while I can not think of any disagreement's I might have had with him during his tenure; I do know I would have been able to reach him with them.
www.facebook.com/CharlieHalesforMayor !

MARY NOLAN FOR PORTLAND CITY COMMISSINONER ! For reasons too numerous to mention! And she was great at our last AOH meeting, and Charlie is going to need plenty of help on the council. (P.S. Thank you Nick for you interest in my “BANKSTER” issues.)

MIKE SCHAUFFLER FOR OREGON STATE REPRESENTATIVE, HE WILL BE OUR NEW STATE REP. AND, I BELIEVE, THE BEST STATE REPRESNTATIVE FOR OREGON'S WORKERS; AND YOU CAN HELP HIM OUT ON APRIL 12 AT THAT WONDERFULL LOCAL BISTRO, GLORIA'Z AT 132ND AND SUNNYSIDE; AND DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOU CHECKBOOK.

MARTHA SCHRADER FOR CLACKAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! Because of her STRONG support for Oregon Military Members and their families while she was in the Oregon Legislature, and the fact She WILL be our representative on the Clackamas County Commission.
www.C-esys.com/marthaschrader/donationaspx !

BARACK OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, because MY hope is still alive and...
The First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden launched their
Joining Forces initiative,

MY MOST IMPORTANT SECTION STILL:

YELLOW RIBBON SECTION
:

Here is a program that is also looking for help! I am starting to run out of yellow ribbon!

http://www.lbeh.org/

Don't forget to say THANK YOU, to all those servicemen and women who have served or are serving.

Nephew Rhyon is back from Afghanistan, and nephew Christopher is back on base in Southern California; but we now have cousin Amy Pahut to worry about; but the President did say the War in Iraq is over, but a prayer a day from all my readers would still make me feel better.

LETS BRING THE REST HOME, NOW (especially after that disaster in afghanistan
) !!

If you are flying the American Flag, please keep flying it until ALL our Troops return home, soon I hope as I am running out of yellow ribbon, and my flag is getting pretty faded.

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 ?

I DID MOVE MY AOH REPORT OVER TO THE MONAHAN/MEHRENS BLOG.

SPORTS:

I will catch up with nephew Michael Ross to see when his spring baseball starts because we are going to play some,simulated, golf next Thursday.

IT'S JUST ABOUT TIME TO START HEARING THOSE ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL WORD'S; PLAY BALL !

When I heard of the major changes that the Blazer's made, I must say they greatly concerned me, but last night's game was a) exciting b) a much needed win.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS & CHARITIES:

The American Rights at Work still needs help; now more than ever. We must not take our eye off that MAIN issue, The President?, and our two Senators haven't; E.F.C.A. And based on what I have been seeing and hearing, the Republicans have Organized Labor directly in their cross hairs at least for the next 2 years.

The Local 290 “DON SALEE” Member Assistance Program; and you can even make a donation through the U.A. Credit Union, and it appears we will be doing a “BULL SESSION” drawing at the Union meeting's to help raise $ for them.

UNION REPORT:

We still to remember Brother Jimmy Walters and Brother Bill Edens are recovering from vascular sergery so, please add them to your prayers for a speedy and successful recoveries.

I missed the V.O.C. and the PAC meeting's, but GLWATHCDR I will make the next PAC meeting and thank you my sisters and brothers for your support of our O.M.S.N. Request.

It is the political season and I would encourage all you politico's to get a “Union Bug” on your printed material. I personally prefer Hollywood Impress, because they have always met my needs.

FAMILY REPORT:

Please say an extra prayer for brother-in-law Eric's mom, who is apparently released from the hospital but still recouperating.

I have my “shadow box” and maybe can get it put together this weekend, being the Mehrens family has 430+- years in the United Association from Portland, Oregon to Iron Mountain, Michigan! I know this may be considered an unnessesary repeat but, I am sooo proud.

BIG ANNIVERSARY APRIL 5, ARE YOU READY ? I'll be celebrating at 6pm PDT at Kell's and I'm sure it will be celebrated in many cities, towns and States, Thank You Ann. I have received confirmation that it will be happening here, in Texas, and Montana.

I really have to trace the “Wallace”- Mehrens link from Tuam, Ireland now that cousin Dan has traced the Monahan's back to “Belemullet”, Ireland.

It still appears I am the the only “follower” on my “MEHRENS/MONAHAN” blog?

Bobbie, my blog is 4 Pages and 1,900+- words.

Sunday, March 25, 2012

***SAVE THE DATE, APRIL 12, 6pm***

PERSONAL & PROPAGANDA:

I awoke this morning at 7am and after 9 hours of sleep, I awoke to a 3. I took my pill's at 8am. I am not sure when I will post today but should be early because I slept in my new bed last night but I did have one of those screwey dreams, which is why I awoke to just a 3. It probably had something to do with the movie (hunger games) and a discovery channel show about survivalist's and a company that builds “bunker's” for families anticipating the coming armageddon. Judi, Heidi, Danni and Trina went to the beach to celebrate Heidi's Birthday, and I went to Gloria'z for pork slider's before I went to Mass last night. Judi was going to call when they got to Lincoln City but didn't think there would be cell phone coverage for her criket phone, but I did think that she would call from the hotel when they got in, but she must have forgot so I went to Mass, and Confession and did receive the Sacrament's and signed up to join this parrish. I called and left Danni and Judi both messages and figured I might have a message at home after church, no messages when I got home so I tried again and found the phone number of the hotel and they did have a room for the ladies so I left a message there and tried once again to call Danni and Judi's cell, Danni did finally get my message and called me and then Judi text me to tell me they got down there safely, so all was well. I will try to catch a few of the talking heads today and maybe “finish” my shadow box. The Ladies expect to be back this evening and Danni said she would give me a call when they head out. I did fill out Congressman Schraders letter and Judi sent it in and I did also check the box to host a “house party” for him; it is very important that he get as much help as possible before the end of March. I also found out yesterday at Gloria'z that Mike Schaffler we be doing a fundraiser there on April 12th and Cory, the young lady doing Oral Histories, and picked me for a subject for her book and we got a couple pictures for her. What I didn't realize is she also was doing this for the Oregon Historical Society. I have a link below in my “Political” section, and you do not have to be from his district to donate.

Don't forget, Brother Don Getman and the annual M.D. Poker fundraiser; April 1st up by the inn at the mountain. (in just 14 day's) P.S. I still haven't heard from a soul :-(.

I will put the prayers I have been posting again right here up front, especially for sister Danni; and thank you all for Rhyon, Christopher and now cousin Amy.

“Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen.”

Prayer to St. Jude for Eternal Life

You are my solace, St. Jude, in the face of loss and sorrow. I pray that you will guide my heart away from the darkness of fear and into the light of Christ. May the hope that St. Jude keeps alive in my heart be a source of comfort to all those who grieve. For in that hope, we know God's mercy, and we trust God's promise of eternal life. My soul longs for the fullness of life, which is only to be revealed when I meet my Maker in heaven. Stay by my side, St. Jude, so that my soul will always know the power of your healing love. Amen.

**** 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. For sister Danni, nephew Steve, sister Clare, cousin Mick, uncle Hank, nephew Aaron, Kelly's brother, Brother Bruce Temple; good friend and brother Jeff Lyles, brother Buddy Nissing's wife Judy, Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens, brother in law Eric's mother and their speedy recoveries, good friends Ron Wyden, Pat O'baby, the family of brother Charlie Miles, and those who are having health issues; protecting Christopher, Rhyon and Amy 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.”

KAISER – M.S. REPORT:

My B.P. today is 116/70/64 at 9:30am, pretty good; I think anyway, especially after that “Amageddon” dream last night. I did also contact the Trust for help with the new bed that will IS getting me a good night's sleep, and it sounds like they will attempt to help. I am still waiting to hear from ATPA.

POLITICAL:

THANK YOU SENATOR MERKLEY AND CONGRESSMAN DEFAZIO, THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!!
Putting Americans to Work in American Forests
In 2009, Jeff fought hard for funding for jobs in Oregon's forests as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, to put unemployed Oregonians to work thinning our overgrown, choked second-growth forests. However, the companies hired to do the work evaded federal law to import cheap foreign workers, advertising for the jobs far from where the work was being done, then declaring there were no eligible Americans to do the work
.

When Jeff learned about this outrage, he demanded answers from the Department of Labor, and recently partnered with Congressman Peter Defazio to introduce a bill that will fill the holes in the H-2B visa program so incidents like this one never happen again. The bill will force companies to work with the state's employment department to ensure there really are no Americans available before visas are granted. No one can say with a straight face there were not Oregonians ready and willing to work in the forests in 2009 and 2010.

My political report will now include MY reasoning.

RON WYDEN FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR FROM OREGON; I have considered him a personal friend for a few decades and his stands taken for us retiree's, women's right's; and fighting attempt of the r's to kill the Keystone pipeline, also putting the onus for getting our state forrestry payment's back right in the pocket of congressman Greg Walden and the house of representatives!
www.standtallforamerica.com !

KURT SCHRADER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! He is now OUR new congressman and his support for our military and his effectiveness in congress so far has brought the rath of “bush's brain” carl rove and the tea party republican's tells he must be VERY evvective. We did send him a couple $ and offered to help, even with a house party.
www.kurtschrader.com,

EARL BLUMENHAUER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! I have known, and been his constituent since his entry into Congress, least until this year, and his service to his constituency, and the State of Oregon; IS exemplary !

JUDY SHIPRACK FOR MULTNOMAH COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! I have known Judy for over 30 years and I know her priorities and concerns for the County and her stamina under the attack's by that “rag” W.W.
www.judyshiprack.com !

CHARLIE HALES FOR PORTLAND MAYOR ! I met Charlie when he was on the Portland City Council and I was still living and working in Portland. His door was alway's open to the concern's of any Portlander, and while I can not think of any disagreement's I might have had with him during his tenure; I do know I would have been able to reach him with them.
www.facebook.com/CharlieHalesforMayor !

MARY NOLAN FOR PORTLAND CITY COMMISSINONER ! For reasons too numerous to mention! And she was great at our last AOH meeting, and Charlie is going to need plenty of help on the council. (P.S. Thank you Nick for you interest in my “BANKSTER” issues.)

MIKE SCHAUFFLER FOR OREGON STATE REPRESENTATIVE, HE WILL BE OUR NEW STATE REP. AND, I BELIEVE, THE BEST STATE REPRESNTATIVE FOR OREGON'S WORKERS; AND YOU CAN HELP HIM OUT ON APRIL 12 AT THAT WONDERFULL LOCAL BISTRO, GLORIA'Z AT 132ND AND SUNNYSIDE; AND DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOU CHECKBOOK.

MARTHA SCHRADER FOR CLACKAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! Because of her STRONG support for Oregon Military Members and their families while she was in the Oregon Legislature, and the fact She WILL be our representative on the Clackamas County Commission.
www.C-esys.com/marthaschrader/donationaspx !

BARACK OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, because MY hope is still alive and...
The First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden launched their
Joining Forces initiative,

MY MOST IMPORTANT SECTION STILL:

YELLOW RIBBON SECTION
:

Here is a program that is also looking for help! I am starting to run out of yellow ribbon!

http://www.lbeh.org/

Don't forget to say THANK YOU, to all those servicemen and women who have served or are serving.

Nephew Rhyon is back from Afghanistan, and nephew Christopher is back on base in Southern California; but we now have cousin Amy Pahut to worry about; but the President did say the War in Iraq is over, but a prayer a day from all my readers would still make me feel better.

LETS BRING THE REST HOME, NOW (especially after that disaster in afghanistan
) !!

If you are flying the American Flag, please keep flying it until ALL our Troops return home, soon I hope as I am running out of yellow ribbon, and my flag is getting pretty faded.

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 ?

I DID MOVE MY AOH REPORT OVER TO THE MONAHAN/MEHRENS BLOG. BROTHER CHUCK DUFFY IS HEADING TO A FUNCTION IN ST. REGIS, MONTANA SOON, I THINK, AND I BELIEVE THERE IS AN AOH IN MISSOULA, ( http://www.missoula-aoh.org/AboutUs.aspx ) SO I BETTER CALL COUSIN TOM AND FOREWARN HIM. ;-) .

SPORTS:

I will catch up with nephew Michael Ross to see when his spring baseball starts because we are going to play some, although simulated, golf next Thursday.

IT'S JUST ABOUT TIME TO START HEARING THOSE ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL WORD'S; PLAY BALL !

When I heard of the major changes that the Blazer's made, I must say they greatly concerned me, but still seem to be coming up short.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS & CHARITIES:

The American Rights at Work still needs help; now more than ever. We must not take our eye off that MAIN issue, The President?, and our two Senators haven't; E.F.C.A. And based on what I have been seeing and hearing, the Republicans have Organized Labor directly in their cross hairs at least for the next 2 years.

The Local 290 “DON SALEE” Member Assistance Program; and you can even make a donation through the U.A. Credit Union, and it appears we will be doing a “BULL SESSION” drawing at the Union meeting's to help raise $ for them.

UNION REPORT:

We still to remember Brother Jimmy Walters and Brother Bill Edens are recovering from vascular sergery so, please addthem to your prayers for a speedy and successful recoveries.

I missed the V.O.C. and the PAC meeting's, but GLWATHCDR I will make the next PAC meeting and thank you my sisters and brothers for your support of our O.M.S.N. Request.

It is the political season and I would encourage all you politico's to get a “Union Bug” on your printed material. I personally prefer Hollywood Impress, because they have always met my needs.

FAMILY REPORT:

Please say an extra prayer for brother-in-law Eric's mom, who is apparently released from the hospital but still recouperating.

I have my “shadow box” and maybe can get it put together this weekend, being the Mehrens family has 430+- years in the United Association from Portland, Oregon to Iron Mountain, Michigan! I know this may be considered an unnessesary repeat but, I am sooo proud.

BIG ANNIVERSARY APRIL 5, ARE YOU READY ? I'll be celebrating at 6pm PDT at Kell's and I'm sure it will be celebrated in many cities, towns and States, Thank You Ann. I have received confirmation that it will be happening here, in Texas, and Montana.

I really have to trace the “Wallace”- Mehrens link from Tuam, Ireland now that cousin Dan has traced the Monahan's back to “Belemullet”, Ireland.

It still appears I am the the only “follower” on my “MEHRENS/MONAHAN” blog?

Bobbie, my blog is 5 Pages and 2,200+- words.

Saturday, March 24, 2012

****A NEW BED AND A 4+ NIGHT****

PERSONAL & PROPAGANDA:

I awoke this morning at 7am and after 9 hours of sleep, I awoke to a 4. I took my pill's at 8am. I am not sure when I will post today but should be early because I slept in my new bed last night, which is why I awoke to a 4. We went the movie (hunger games) and dinner tonight with Peg and Eric, with all the hoopla, and I being the only one of the 3 who did not read the book; I would still only give it a 2**. Between the good result's from my neurologist appointment Thursday, when he told me, based on the short appointment and review from the last appointment; he said “I hit a home run” and we both believe the new prescription is working very well. Judi is going to the beach with with “the girls” today and tommorrow, so I will be batching it for a couple of days but “I will survive”. I will try to make Mass this evening here in Milwaukie. I did fill out Congressman Schraders letter and will send it in, today I hope, and I did also check the box to host a “house party” for him; it is very important that he get as much help as possible before the end of March. I have a link below in my “Political” section, and you do not have to be from his district to donate.

Don't forget, Brother Don Getman and the annual M.D. Poker fundraiser; April 1st up by the inn at the mountain. (JUST 8 DAY'S AWAY) P.S. I still haven't heard from a soul :-(.

I will put the prayers I have been posting again right here up front, especially for sister Danni; and thank you all for Rhyon, Christopher and now cousin Amy.

“Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen.”

Prayer to St. Jude for Eternal Life

You are my solace, St. Jude, in the face of loss and sorrow. I pray that you will guide my heart away from the darkness of fear and into the light of Christ. May the hope that St. Jude keeps alive in my heart be a source of comfort to all those who grieve. For in that hope, we know God's mercy, and we trust God's promise of eternal life. My soul longs for the fullness of life, which is only to be revealed when I meet my Maker in heaven. Stay by my side, St. Jude, so that my soul will always know the power of your healing love. Amen.

**** 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. For sister Danni, nephew Steve, sister Clare, cousin Mick, uncle Hank, nephew Aaron, Kelly's brother, Brother Bruce Temple; good friend and brother Jeff Lyles, brother Buddy Nissing's wife Judy, Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens, brother in law Eric's mother and their speedy recoveries, good friends Ron Wyden, Pat O'baby, the family of brother Charlie Miles, and those who are having health issues; protecting Christopher, Rhyon and Amy 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.”

KAISER – M.S. REPORT:

My B.P. today is 128/79/60 at 9:30am, pretty good; I think anyway. I did also contact the Trust for help with the new bed that will IS getting me a good night's sleep, and it sounds like they will attempt to help. I am still waiting to hear from ATPA.

POLITICAL:

THANK YOU SENATOR MERKLEY AND CONGRESSMAN DEFAZIO, THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!!
Putting Americans to Work in American Forests
In 2009, Jeff fought hard for funding for jobs in Oregon's forests as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, to put unemployed Oregonians to work thinning our overgrown, choked second-growth forests. However, the companies hired to do the work evaded federal law to import cheap foreign workers, advertising for the jobs far from where the work was being done, then declaring there were no eligible Americans to do the work
.

When Jeff learned about this outrage, he demanded answers from the Department of Labor, and recently partnered with Congressman Peter Defazio to introduce a bill that will fill the holes in the H-2B visa program so incidents like this one never happen again. The bill will force companies to work with the state's employment department to ensure there really are no Americans available before visas are granted. No one can say with a straight face there were not Oregonians ready and willing to work in the forests in 2009 and 2010.

My political report will now include MY reasoning.

RON WYDEN FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR FROM OREGON; I have considered him a personal friend for a few decades and his stands taken for us retiree's, women's right's; and fighting attempt of the r's to kill the Keystone pipeline, also putting the onus for getting our state forrestry payment's back right in the pocket of congressman Greg Walden and the house of representatives!
www.standtallforamerica.com !

KURT SCHRADER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! He is now OUR new congressman and his support for our military and his effectiveness in congress so far has brought the rath of “bush's brain” carl rove and the tea party republican's tells he must be VERY effective. And I am going to send him a couple $ today and offer to help, even with a house party.
www.kurtschrader.com,

EARL BLUMENHAUER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! I have known, and been his constituent since his entry into Congress, least until this year, and his service to his constituency, and the State of Oregon; IS exemplary !

JUDY SHIPRACK FOR MULTNOMAH COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! I have known Judy for over 30 years and I know her priorities and concerns for the County and her stamina under the attack's by that “rag” W.W.
www.judyshiprack.com !

CHARLIE HALES FOR PORTLAND MAYOR ! I met Charlie when he was on the Portland City Council and I was still living and working in Portland. His door was alway's open to the concern's of any Portlander, and while I can not think of any disagreement's I might have had with him during his tenure; I do know I would have been able to reach him with them.
www.facebook.com/CharlieHalesforMayor !

MARY NOLAN FOR PORTLAND CITY COMMISSINONER ! For reasons too numerous to mention! And she was great at our last AOH meeting, and Charlie is going to need plenty of help on the council. (P.S. Thank you Nick for you interest in my “BANKSTER” issues.)

MARTHA SCHRADER FOR CLACKAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! Because of her STRONG support for Oregon Military Members and their families while she was in the Oregon Legislature, and the fact She WILL be our representative on the Clackamas County Commission.
www.C-esys.com/marthaschrader/donationaspx !

BARACK OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, because MY hope is still alive and...
The First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden launched their
Joining Forces initiative,

MY MOST IMPORTANT SECTION STILL:

YELLOW RIBBON SECTION
:

Here is a program that is also looking for help! I am starting to run out of yellow ribbon!

http://www.lbeh.org/

Don't forget to say THANK YOU, to all those servicemen and women who have served or are serving.

Nephew Rhyon is back from Afghanistan, and nephew Christopher is back on base in Southern California; but we now have cousin Amy Pahut to worry about; but the President did say the War in Iraq is over, but a prayer a day from all my readers would still make me feel better.

LETS BRING THE REST HOME, NOW (especially after that disaster in afghanistan
) !!

If you are flying the American Flag, please keep flying it until ALL our Troops return home, soon I hope as I am running out of yellow ribbon, and my flag is getting pretty faded.

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 ?

I DID MOVE MY AOH REPORT BACK OVER TO THE MONAHAN/MEHRENS BLOG.

SPORTS:

I will catch up with nephew Michael Ross to see when his spring baseball starts because we may be playing some golf next Thursday.

When I heard of the major changes that the Blazer's made, I must say they greatly concerned me, and they did play well at L.A. Last night but did come up short.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS & CHARITIES:

The American Rights at Work still needs help; now more than ever. We must not take our eye off that MAIN issue, The President?, and our two Senators haven't; E.F.C.A. And based on what I have been seeing and hearing, the Republicans have Organized Labor directly in their cross hairs at least for the next 2 years.

The Local 290 “DON SALEE” Member Assistance Program; and you can even make a donation through the U.A. Credit Union, and it appears we will be doing a “BULL SESSION” drawing at the Union meeting's to help raise $ for them.

UNION REPORT:

We still to remember Brother Jimmy Walters and Brother Bill Edens are recovering from vascular sergery so, please addthem to your prayers for a speedy and successful recoveries.

I missed the V.O.C. and the PAC meeting's, but GLWATHCDR I will make the next PAC meeting and thank you my sisters and brothers for your support of our O.M.S.N. Request.

It is the political season and I would encourage all you politico's to get a “Union Bug” on your printed material. I personally prefer Hollywood Impress, because they have always met my needs.

FAMILY REPORT:

Please say an extra prayer for brother-in-law Eric's mom, who is apparently released from the hospital but still recouperating.

I have my “shadow box” and maybe can get it put together this weekend, being the Mehrens family has 430+- years in the United Association from Portland, Oregon to Iron Mountain, Michigan! I know this may be considered an unnessesary repeat but, I am sooo proud.

BIG ANNIVERSARY APRIL 5, ARE YOU READY ? I'll be celebrating at 6pm PDT at Kell's and I'm sure it will be celebrated in many cities, towns and States, Thank You Ann. I have received confirmation that it will be happening here, in Texas, and Montana.
I really have to trace the “Wallace”- Mehrens link from Tuam, Ireland now that cousin Dan has traced the Monahan's back to “Belemullet”, Ireland.

It still appears I am the the only “follower” on my “MEHRENS/MONAHAN” blog?

Bobbie, my blog is 4 Pages and 1,800+- words.

Friday, March 23, 2012

***NEW BED TODAY, YEA!!***

PERSONAL & PROPAGANDA:

I awoke this morning at 7am and after 10 hours of sleep, I awoke to a 3. after I moved out to my Lazy Boy because of some back pain, and took my pill's at 7:30am. I am not sure when I will post today, as they are supposed to deliver my new bed. (hooray!) We are also going to a movie and dinner tonight with Peg and Eric. I will be short today, but I did have good result's from my neurologist appointment yesterday; and he told me, based on the short appointment and review from the last appointment; he said “I hit a home run” and we both believe the new prescription is working very well. It is early, but the DOW is up a little over 45pt's so far. I did review and cleared about 250 saved emails from Kaiser, and the trust attorney. I think the O.M.S.N. direct link is on the front page. I did fill out Congressman Schraders letter and will send it in, today I hope, and I did also check the box to host a “house party” for him; it is very important that he get as much help as possible before the end of March. I have a link below in my “Political” section, and you do not have to be from his district to donate.

Don't forget, Brother Don Getman and the annual M.D. Poker fundraiser; April 1st up by the inn at the mountain. P.S. I still haven't heard from a soul :-(.

I will put the prayers I have been posting again right here up front, especially for sister Danni; and thank you all for Rhyon, Christopher and now cousin Amy.

“Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen.”

Prayer to St. Jude for Eternal Life

You are my solace, St. Jude, in the face of loss and sorrow. I pray that you will guide my heart away from the darkness of fear and into the light of Christ. May the hope that St. Jude keeps alive in my heart be a source of comfort to all those who grieve. For in that hope, we know God's mercy, and we trust God's promise of eternal life. My soul longs for the fullness of life, which is only to be revealed when I meet my Maker in heaven. Stay by my side, St. Jude, so that my soul will always know the power of your healing love. Amen.

**** 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. For sister Danni, nephew Steve, sister Clare, cousin Mick, uncle Hank, nephew Aaron, Kelly's brother, Brother Bruce Temple; good friend and brother Jeff Lyles, brother Buddy Nissing's wife Judy, Brother Jimmy Walters, Brother Bill Edens, brother in law Eric's mother and their speedy recoveries, good friends Ron Wyden, Pat O'baby, the families of brother Charlie Miles and Jay Myron, and those who are having health issues; protecting Christopher, Rhyon and Amy 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.”

KAISER – M.S. REPORT:

My B.P. today is 120/71/56 at 8:30am, pretty good; I think anyway. I did also contact the Trust for help with the new bed that will get me out of my Lazy Boy for a good night's sleep, and it sounds like they will attempt to help. I am still waiting to hear from ATPA. My appointment with my neurologist yesterday I would say was an A+ and the regimen is working.

POLITICAL:

I am not sure if anyone else noticed the report that Mitt Romney won the Puerto Rican republican primary, and maybe I misheard a few statement's but it did seem to me, a few refered to the fact that Puerto Rico was a separate “country” and would have to make english their “primary” language?

THANK YOU SENATOR MERKLEY AND CONGRESSMAN DEFAZIO, THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!!
Putting Americans to Work in American Forests
In 2009, Jeff fought hard for funding for jobs in Oregon's forests as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, to put unemployed Oregonians to work thinning our overgrown, choked second-growth forests. However, the companies hired to do the work evaded federal law to import cheap foreign workers, advertising for the jobs far from where the work was being done, then declaring there were no eligible Americans to do the work
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When Jeff learned about this outrage, he demanded answers from the Department of Labor, and recently partnered with Congressman Peter Defazio to introduce a bill that will fill the holes in the H-2B visa program so incidents like this one never happen again. The bill will force companies to work with the state's employment department to ensure there really are no Americans available before visas are granted. No one can say with a straight face there were not Oregonians ready and willing to work in the forests in 2009 and 2010.

My political report will now include MY reasoning.

RON WYDEN FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR FROM OREGON; I have considered him a personal friend for a few decades and his stands taken for us retiree's, women's right's; and fighting attempt of the r's to kill the Keystone pipeline, also putting the onus for getting our state forrestry payment's back right in the pocket of congressman Greg Walden and the house of representatives!
www.standtallforamerica.com !

KURT SCHRADER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! He is now OUR new congressman and his support for our military and his effectiveness in congress so far has brought the rath of “bush's brain” carl rove and the tea party republican's tells he must be VERY evvective. And I am going to send him a couple $ today and offer to help, even with a house party.
www.kurtschrader.com,

EARL BLUMENHAUER FOR UNITED STATES CONGRESS ! I have known, and been his constituent since his entry into Congress, least until this year, and his service to his constituency, and the State of Oregon; IS exemplary !

JUDY SHIPRACK FOR MULTNOMAH COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! I have known Judy for over 30 years and I know her priorities and concerns for the County and her stamina under the attack's by that “rag” W.W.
www.judyshiprack.com !

CHARLIE HALES FOR PORTLAND MAYOR ! I met Charlie when he was on the Portland City Council and I was still living and working in Portland. His door was alway's open to the concern's of any Portlander, and while I can not think of any disagreement's I might have had with him during his tenure; I do know I would have been able to reach him with them.
www.facebook.com/CharlieHalesforMayor !

MARY NOLAN FOR PORTLAND CITY COMMISSINONER ! For reasons too numerous to mention! And she was great at our last AOH meeting.

MARTHA SCHRADER FOR CLACKAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONER ! Because of her STRONG support for Oregon Military Members and their families while she was in the Oregon Legislature, and the fact She WILL be our representative on the Clackamas County Commission.
www.C-esys.com/marthaschrader/donationaspx !

BARACK OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, because MY hope is still alive and...
The First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden launched their
Joining Forces initiative,

MY MOST IMPORTANT SECTION STILL:

YELLOW RIBBON SECTION
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Here is a program that is also looking for help! I am starting to run out of yellow ribbon!

http://www.lbeh.org/

Don't forget to say THANK YOU, to all those servicemen and women who have served or are serving.

Nephew Rhyon is back from Afghanistan, and nephew Christopher is back on base in Southern California; but we now have cousin Amy Pahut to worry about; but the President did say the War in Iraq is over, but a prayer a day from all my readers would still make me feel better.

LETS BRING THE REST HOME, NOW (especially after that disaster in afghanistan)
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If you are flying the American Flag, please keep flying it until ALL our Troops return home, soon I hope as I am running out of yellow ribbon, and my flag is getting pretty faded.

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 ?

I DID MOVE MY AOH REPORT OVER TO THE MONAHAN/MEHRENS BLOG, and I did announce my desire to become President of Our Portland Chapter, but I apparently misunderstood President Gallager's desires.

SPORTS:

I will catch up with nephew Michael Ross to see when his spring baseball starts because we are going to play some golf next Thursday.

When I heard of the major changes that the Blazer's made, I must say they greatly concerned me, but after that big win in Chicago, I must say I feel much less concerned now and I they got back on track last night.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS & CHARITIES:

The American Rights at Work still needs help; now more than ever. We must not take our eye off that MAIN issue, The President?, and our two Senators haven't; E.F.C.A. And based on what I have been seeing and hearing, the Republicans have Organized Labor directly in their cross hairs at least for the next 2 years.

The Local 290 “DON SALEE” Member Assistance Program; and you can even make a donation through the U.A. Credit Union, and it appears we will be doing a “BULL SESSION” drawing at the Union meeting's to help raise $ for them.

UNION REPORT:

We still to remember Brother Jimmy Walters and Brother Bill Edens are recovering from vascular surgery so please add them and the families of Charlie Miles and Jay Myron to your prayers.

I missed the V.O.C. and the PAC meeting's, but GLWATHCDR I will make the next PAC meeting and thank you my sisters and brothers for your support of our O.M.S.N. Request.

It is the political season and I would encourage all you politico's to get a “Union Bug” on your printed material. I personally prefer Hollywood Impress, because they have always met my needs.

FAMILY REPORT:

Please say an extra prayer for brother-in-law Eric's mom, who is in the hospital recouperating from an infection.

I have my “shadow box” and almost have it put together, being the Mehrens family has 430+- years in the United Association from Portland, Oregon to Iron Mountain, Michigan! I know this may be considered an unnessesary repeat but, I am sooo proud.

BIG ANNIVERSARY APRIL 5, ARE YOU READY ? I'll be celebrating at 6pm PDT at Kell's and I'm sure it will be celebrated in many cities, towns and States, Thank You Ann.

It still appears I am the the only “follower” on my “MEHRENS/MONAHAN” blog?

Bobbie, my blog is 4 Pages and 2,000+- words.