A PAINFUL POSTING

If you are even a short term reader of this blog you are well aware that Linden believes, in general, that democrats have the wrong view of what is good for our country. Because of this view, he advocates voting against all democrats all the time.

Since, unfortunately, some of the Republicans have been infected with the same mind rot that has long infected the democrats, we need to identify these miscreants and use the following primary election to consign them to the ash heap of history. If during this process we become aware of a democrat worth retaining we will make note of that fact.

Linden is an old man but, if he lives long enough, he fully intends to provide a bit of support to the primary election opponent of those he names as having outlived their usefulness to the Republican party and thereby their country. This list now contains three names: Susan Collins and Olympia Snowe of Maine and Arlen Specter of Pennsylvania.

Republicans who support the effective reclassification of Washington, D.C. to State status and/or attach “earmarks” to appropriation bills are likely to join those on the above list.
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BIBLE STUDY:
LEVITICUS 19:1 – 20:21
The LORD informed Moses of various laws and lists punishment for various sins.

MARK 8:11-38
JESUS counsels the disciples, heals a blind man and predicts his death.

PSALM 42:1-11
PROVERBS 10:17
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“BOUT FIRTEEN COUNTRY CHILDERN RIMES” ($3.00) reminiscent of James Whitcomb Riley, these 20 poems with illustrations address the lives of four-year-old twins. It is written as they may speak.

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LINDEN'S LIFE:
Had the usual breakfast meeting with Chuck and Jack: Bill and Paul were not present but Paul called. Took the edited book to Reid. Had several problems with the computer today. Sometimes I wish I were a geek!
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OBAMA TO CONGRESS + BOBBY JINDAL

The speech was well written and, as usual, Obama read it well. It may have contained some areas that were not entirely truthful… but, speechwriters are not commonly known for their honesty.

Nothing in the speech caused Linden to think that his tax contributions will be well spent. Nothing caused him to think that those who follow him will benefit from this administration. Looking at the democrat tax cheaters failed to inspire confidence. The attitude and action of those in Congress was juvenile. So, overall it was a waste.

Mitch McConnell, R-KY, was quoted as saying “All Americans were proud eyewitnesses to history as an African-American President addressed a joint session of Congress for the first time. Linden is not that easily influenced.

Bobby Jindal spoke well enough but he does not generate a fraction of the excitement of Obama. He does, however, make more sense. One has to wonder what Sarah Palin would have done with that opportunity: Surely she would have mentioned Chris Dodd and Barney Frank and their involvement in creating this crisis. Linden would be more comfortable with either Jindal or Palin in the oval office.
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BIBLE STUDY:
2-25
LEVITICUS 16:29 – 18:30
Eating blood is forbidden and unlawful sexual relations are defined.

MARK 7:24 – 8:10
JESUS drives a demon out of a little girl and heals a deaf mute. He then fed 4,000 men with seven loaves of bread and a few small fish.

PSALM 41:1-13
Verse 41:9 is thought to refer to JESUS.
Proverbs 10:15-16
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LINDEN'S LIFE:
Had a good session with my Study Buddy at 9:00 then had some biscuits and gravy plus coffee at Chick-fil-A. Evening brought dinner, program and a meeting at church.
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DRILL HERE, DRILL NOW

Linden recently either heard or read a report that our new Interior Secretary, Ken Salazar, had lengthened the time available to protest the decision by former President Bush to open up new U.S. lands for oil and gas exploration. Naturally, environmental groups applauded this decision.

It is hard to believe that many of the people who were adversely affected by the fairly recent gas prices in the $4.00 range were part of the applauding group.

Prices at the pump have been gradually inching upward as those responsible for drilling and refining realize that the current administration does not really care how much suffering they may cause the often unaware public and that they are quite happy enriching those in the Mideast. Sickening!
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BIBLE STUDY:
2-24
The LORD instructed Moses and Aaron about uncleanness of bodily discharges.

MARK 7:1-23
JESUS, the Pharisees and the disciples discuss “clean and unclean.” JESUS said, “You have let go of the commands of GOD and are holding on to the traditions of men.”

PSALM 40:1-10
PROVERBS 10:11-12
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LINDEN'S LIFE:
Did a few tasks around the house, took the information regarding veterans to Iris at church for processing, talked to Brian about the 24 program on TV last night and finished editing the book for Reid.
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IRENA SENDLER

Those who follow Linden’s blogging regularly know that his usual format is, SUBJECT OF THE DAY, BIBLE STUDY, ADVERTISEMENT, LINDEN’S LIFE AND COMMENTS. Sometimes GLOBAL COOLING is also included.

The subject of the day today just directs you to a video clip that is more interesting than anything Linden could write. It may be that you will have to copy and paste it into your inquiry area. Linden hopes you will review the remainder of today’s posting.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVw1PANUcdg

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GLOBAL COOLING:
Of the 85 cities listed in the weather section of the newspaper, 43 are expected to have temperatures dipping below freezing today. Of These, 12 are expected to not rise above freezing.
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BIBLE STUDY:
2-23
LEVITICUS 14:1-57
The LORD provides regulations dealing with infectious skin diseases and mildew.

MARK 6:30-56
JESUS feeds the 5,000 men, walks on water and heals many people.

PSALM 40:11-17
PROVERBS 10:13-14
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LINDEN'S LIFE:
Bought some groceries and gasoline and picked up my mail. Later, did two loads of wash, messed with the computer some and did some editing for my friend, Reid, from the Avon Writers Group. Linden is not nearly the editor that friend, Sharon, is – but he may be better than no editor at all.
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GLOOMY OUTLOOK

An Indianapolis Star article which was attributed to Lori Montgomery and Cecil Connolly of The Washington Post announced that President Obama plans to chop the deficit in half by 2013.

Since our 2009 deficit promises to be the largest in the history of our nation and since announced spending plans promise little relief in the next three budget years then it appears that his goal is to be responsible for the highest budget in history for the years prior to his election. Linden proposes that this is not a worthwhile goal. It is troubling that the writers did not address this.

Coupled with this is Obama’s announced intention to raise taxes, particularly for businesses and those most likely to lead the way to financial health. Could it be that you have elected a President who will be even worse than President Carter??
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GLOBAL COOLING:
Of the 85 cities listed in the U.S. weather predictions, 53 cities are predicted to have temperatures dipping below freezing today. Of these, 18 are not expected to rise above freezing.
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BIBLE STUDY:
2-20
LEVITICUS 9:7 – 10:20
Offerings are made as The LORD has commanded. Two of Aaron’s sons failed to follow directions and The Lord kills them.

MARK 4:26 – 5:20
JESUS continues to speak in parables, calms the wind and the waves during a storm and rids a man of demons.

PSALM 37:30-40
PROVERBS 10:6-7

2-21
LEVITICUS 11:1 – 12:18
The Lord instructs Moses regarding clean and unclean food and regarding purification after childbirth.

MARK 5:21 – 43
JESUS heals a woman and raises a little girl from the dead.

PSALM 38:1-22
PROVERBS 10:8-9

2-22
LEVITICUS 13:1-59
Regulation about infectious skin diseases and about mildew.

MARK 6:1-29
JESUS was not well received in his hometown. He sent out his disciples to preach and heal the sick. John the Baptist is beheaded.

PSALM 39:1-13
PROVERBS 10:10
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“BOUT FIRTEEN COUNTRY CHILDERN RIMES” ($3.00) reminiscent of James Whitcomb Riley, these 20 poems with illustrations address the lives of four-year-old twins. It is written as they may speak.

Linden hopes his always modest sales will finance the purchase of two goats for the needy somewhere in the world. Order at:

http://stores.ebay.com/secondhand-stories

or

www.alibris.com/bookstore/secondha
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LINDEN'S LIFE:
Friday: Men’s Prayer Breakfast at 6:00. Treated myself to a great walleye dinner at Culver’s restaurant. Nicea sent over some food from the Mission House for my enjoyment tomorrow.

Saturday: Men’s Prayer Breakfast at Kingsway church at 7:30. Writers Group meeting at 10:00. In the evening, joined Bill Strafford’s Sunday school class for a progressive dinner. Sadly, I was not very hungry and passed up many opportunities to tickle my taste buds. I was the guest speaker.

Sunday: Got in late last night and up early today. So, was sleepy all day. Went to church services and Sunday school. Had a very pleasing call from Judy in Florida regarding my latest book. Went to evening services at my church.
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I HOPE IT WAS COLD IN NYC

Linden, having finished reading the paper, turned to his favorite news source: Talk radio. Two or three items were presented which were of interest. It appeared that print media was either unaware or uninterested in them.

Talk radio indicated that our new president was not met with complete approval in New York City, Chicago and in Arizona. It seems that he was even laughed at while speaking at a high school.

The most interesting, to Linden, was the report that perennial racist agitator Al Sharpton had organized a protest in front of a New York City newspaper to call attention to a cartoon that he may have misunderstood. Of course, the possibility exists that he merely wanted to call attention to himself and did not misunderstand at all.

The cartoon shows two policemen standing over a chimp that has been shot. One is saying, “They’ll have to find someone else to write the next stimulus bill.” Those who are “offended” say that they think the chimp represents Obama. They are apparently unaware that Pelosi and Reid wrote this last monstrosity so the bill must represent one of them. How smart are those who pretend to be offended?? Linden hopes that it was very cold in New York City as they protested.
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GLOBAL COOLING:
Of the 85 cities listed, 57 are expected to have temperatures dipping below freezing today. 13 of these are expected to not have their temperatures rise above freezing.
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BIBLE STUDY:
2-19
LEVITICUS 7:28 – 9:6
More offering related instructions and the ordination of Aaron and his sons.

MARK 3:31 – 4:25
JESUS teaches the crowds and the disciples by means of parables.

PSALM 37:12-29
PROVERBS 10:5
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LINDEN'S LIFE:
We had our usual Thursday breakfast meeting and Jack, walking with a cane, made it there. Good time, as always. I finished a small write-up I have been preparing for a veterans related effort and also made a small effort in relation to a question/answer web site we hope to develop.
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STRANGE BEDFELLOWS

Linden willingly admits that he has some reservations about our current President. Linden believes that the “stimulus” type bills are little more than massive theft from those who are considered to be achievers. Obama apparently does not agree! Linden believes that weakening our national security is foolish, at best. Obama appears to not agree! Linden believes that baby killers and those who support them are likely to spend eternity in a very warm place. Obama must not agree!

Linden is well aware that his writings do not compare favorably with those of Kyle-Anne Shiver. But, he is no less sincere. See: http://www.americanthinker.com/2009/02/barry_honey_can_we_talk_about_2.html

All of that said, it is remotely possible that Linden and Obama do share a disdain of the greenies: How else would if be possible for him to make recent unneeded flights to Illinois, Colorado and Arizona??
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BIBLE STUDY:
2-18
LEVITICUS 6:1 – 7:27
Further instructions from the LORD regarding offerings.

MARK 3:7-30
JESUS heals many, names the 12 disciples (apostles,) counseled the teachers of the law and said, “whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit will never be forgiven; he is guilty of an eternal sin.”

PSALM 37:1-11
PROVERBS 10:3-4
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Linden’s book “BIBLE BASED PUZZLES” ($4.00) is a collection of 78 cryptograms, one or more selected from each book of the Bible. Answers are provided if you should become stumped.

The book “LETTERS TO GOD” ($4.00) is a collection of 53 real prayers written to address the needs of real people. After being written, they were kept in a Bible for about five years before being published. How these prayers were answered also appears, if known.

Linden hopes his always modest sales will finance the purchase of two goats for the needy somewhere in the world. Order at:

http://stores.ebay.com/secondhand-stories

or

www.alibris.com/bookstore/secondha
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LINDEN'S LIFE:
Was in a meeting at Pier 14 and received a call checking to see if I was ok: I had missed my Study Buddy session! I felt terrible but really appreciated them caring enough to check. Living alone, there is always the possibility that I had fallen or something like that and needed help. I have been so busy lately that I must not be thinking as I should. Had dinner, evening program and a meeting at my church.
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DIVORCE REDUCTION

Ordinarily Linden would feel ill prepared to post on this subject: His track record is not good. However, after hearing reports of a New York Muslim man beheading his wife because she had filed for divorce, Linden now feels better prepared to address the subject. He looked in the “news” paper for a mention of the incident but perhaps they only speak of Christian aberrant behavior.

It would seem that if this beheading practice became widespread, it would slow divorce court activity to practically a standstill. Perhaps then we could expand the practice to include other undesirable behavior – such as address those who voted for Obama. Just a thought!
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BIBLE STUDY:
2-17
LEVITICUS 4:1 – 5:19
Addresses offerings for the forgiveness of sins.

MARK 2:13 – 3:6
The actions of JESUS often irritate the Pharisee.

PSALM 36:1-12
PROVERBS 10:1-2
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The book “OUTSTANDING NATIONAL LEAGUE BASEBALL PITCHERS OF THE LAST 42 YEARS” ($3.00) outlines Linden’s rating of those pitchers in the years 1946 through 1987.

Linden hopes his always modest sales will finance the purchase of two goats for the needy somewhere in the world. Order at:

http://stores.ebay.com/secondhand-stories

or

www.alibris.com/bookstore/secondha
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LINDEN'S LIFE:
Had morning coffee with Don, went to the credit union and post office. Talked to Brian and read paper. In the evening, Brian called again: He had forwarded me a link to the 24 program we each had missed Monday night. He attempted to lead me through the steps to see it but all I accomplished was to change the connection from high speed to dial up! Don’t know how that happened but did find if a little irritating. By now, the problem may be fixed but I still haven’t seen the program.
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HIRING GOOD HELP

Practically every person who is or has been involved in the hiring process is aware that the success of their organization is largely dependent upon their ability to select the right person for the job.

Politically speaking, voters are those who are responsible for filling positions within our government. If the voter is ill prepared, irresponsible, or just plain stupid, they can not be fired for their lack of demonstrated ability. Mores the pity.

In regard to the recently passed “stimulus” bill, 306 of those elected voted for passage and 221 voted against. Of the 306 voting for the bill, 303 were democrats (maybe a couple of them are called “Independent.) Of the 221 voting against the bill, 214 are Republicans. It is believed that not a single person from either party had actually read the entire bill. Disgusting!

It makes perfect sense to vote against a bill that you have not been allowed to read in its entirety. It is really hard to justify voting for a bill you have not read – particularly one that so completely mortgages the lives of present and future taxpayers.

Linden believes that if you can honestly claim to be a responsible voter, you will endeavor to bring about the defeat of the 306 disgraced persons who voted for this bill the next time they run for office. He will.
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BIBLE STUDY:
2-16
LEVITICUS 1:1 – 3:17
The LORD instructed Moses to tell the Israelites exactly how to make offerings.

MARK 1:29 – 2:12
JESUS heals, drives out demons, and preaches.

PSALM 35:17-28 Verse 19 refers to the coming of JESUS.
PROVERBS 9:13-18
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Linden’s book “AN OLD MAN ON THE ST. JAMES WAY” ($6.95) addresses Linden’s thoughts and activities when, as a 75 year old, he crosses Northern Spain on the ancient pilgrimage trail.

“BOUT FIRTEEN COUNTRY CHILDERN RIMES” ($3.00) reminiscent of James Whitcomb Riley, these 20 poems with illustrations address the lives of four-year-old twins. It is written as they may speak.

Linden hopes his always modest sales will finance the purchase of two goats for the needy somewhere in the world. Order at:

http://stores.ebay.com/secondhand-stories

or

www.alibris.com/bookstore/secondha
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LINDEN'S LIFE:
Monday was a very quiet day. Only ventured outside twice. The time was devoted mostly to writing projects.
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MULTI-LEVEL MARKETING

We are all somewhat aware of the basic idea behind this type of marketing: Products or ideas are brought to life by the “central office,” riches are promised, representatives are found who will benefit if they find other representatives and maybe this plan will extend through several layers of organization.

Some believe that political multi-level marketing originated in Chicago. If not, they became familiar with the approach both easily and early. And now, what do we have?

For starters, let us consider these names: Daschle, Dodd, Frank, Geithner, Holder, Jefferson, Killifer, Pelosi, Raines, Reid, and Richardson. There are undoubtedly others who belong on this list which does not include any of the willing stooges in the MSM. This list does take us from Connecticut and Massachusetts to California and Nevada and several places between these extremist left wing strongholds.

Somebody is gonna get rich from this marketing plan!!!
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BIBLE STUDY:
2-13
EXODUS 35:10 – 36:38
The Israelite community joined together to follow the direction of Moses in relation to building the tabernacle, the ark and other necessary items.

MATTHEW 27:32-66
JESUS is crucified, dies and is placed in a tomb. The tomb is sealed and guarded.

PSALM 34:1-10
PROBERBS 9:7-8

2-14
EXODUS 37:1 - 38:31
The ark, table, lampstand, altar of incense, altar of burnt offering and the courtyard are constructed.

MATTHEW 28:1-20
JESUS is resurrected. When the women left the tomb, they met JESUS who told them to tell the disciples to meet him in Galilee. When they met him, he gave them instructions.

PSALM 34:11-22
PROVERBS 9:9-10

NOTE: PSALM 34:20 is believed to refer to the coming of JESUS.

2-15
EXODUS 39:1 – 40:38
Skilled craftsmen fashioned the priestly garments as the LORD had commanded Moses. Moses inspected the tabernacle and found it acceptable. Moses caused the tabernacle to be set up as the LORD had commanded and the glory of The LORD filled the tabernacle.

MARK 1:1-28
John the Baptist, as predicted in Isaiah, announced the coming of JESUS. JESUS was baptized by John and JESUS called his first disciples: Simon (Peter,) Andrew, James and John.

PSALM 35:1-16
PROVERBS 9:11-12

NOTE: PSALM 35:11 is thought to predict the coming of JESUS.
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Linden hopes his always modest sales will finance the purchase of two goats for the needy somewhere in the world. Order at:

http://stores.ebay.com/secondhand-stories

or

www.alibris.com/bookstore/secondha
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LINDEN'S LIFE:
Friday: Men’s Prayer Breakfast at 6:00, lunch with a friend, expected another friend in the afternoon but she arrived after I had filled in for a friend at a dinner and euchre party.
Saturday: Lots of little involvements but nothing of consequence.
Sunday: Church, Sunday school, brunch, paper reading, nap, evening church services.
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PATIENCE

First, Linden should explain why he failed to make his usual posting yesterday: For some unknown reason, the computer absolutely failed to cooperate in a timely manner and since the schedule for the day was rather tight, it just didn’t get done. Sorry.

Now, to the subject: It may surprise you to learn that in some instances, Linden is not the most patient person in the world. This most often is noticeable when he is dealing with technology. His temper became short on Tuesday when he was attempting to see the screen on his cell phone while attempting to converse with a person who was a little hard to understand. He became so obnoxious that he had to apologize to the customer service agent.

Linden’s patience was also somewhat short when he was listening to a recording of a couple of people who were speaking to President Obama. They seemed to think that their personal life was the responsibility of the government and nothing much was required of themselves. Uggggh.

Patience also comes into play when it is noted again and again that our new Treasury Secretary bombed in his “this is how we fix everything” presentation. How many times was it said that no other person could possibly do the job he stepped into and perhaps for no other reason we should overlook his disgraceful approach to paying taxes. Patience with the media is gone.
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BIBLE STUDY:
2-11
EXODUS 32:1 – 33:23
Answering the call of the people, Aaron makes a golden calf to worship: GOD and Moses are angry. Moses breaks the tablets inscribed by GOD and 3,000 Israelites are killed.

MATTHEW 26:69 – 27-14
As JESUS had said, Peter denies knowing JESUS three times. Judas hanged himself and JESUS would not answer questions.

PSALMS 33:1-11
PROVERBS 8:33-36

2-12
EXODUS 34:1 – 35:9
God re-inscribed the Ten Commandments on two stone tablets and Moses took them down to the Israelites. GOD provided further instruction for them.

MATTHEW 27:15-31
The crowd chose to have Barabbas released and for JESUS to be crucified. JESUS is beaten, mocked and tortured.

PSALMS 33:12-22
PROVERBS 9:1-6
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The book “LETTERS TO GOD” ($4.00) is a collection of 53 real prayers written to address the needs of real people. After being written, they were kept in a Bible for about five years before being published. How these prayers were answered also appears, if known.

Linden hopes his always modest sales will finance the purchase of two goats for the needy somewhere in the world. Order at:

http://stores.ebay.com/secondhand-stories

or

www.alibris.com/bookstore/secondha
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LINDEN'S LIFE:
Wednesday brought the usual session with my “Study Buddy” and a trip to the auto repair shop. Then, at lunchtime, went by the book store. I went next door to get some shrimp and chicken wings and we had lunch at the store. It was pleasant. The evening brought dinner, the program and a meeting at my church.

Our 8:00 breakfast meeting was held at Jack and Helen’s home. Helen fixed breakfast and it was good for us to be together. I took a chocolate cake (purchased) to our “Golden Glows” pitch in luncheon. Dottie Meyer spoke regarding the involvement she and Jim have with TCMI’s Haus Edelweiss in Austria. Several of our group have served there and it brings pleasant memories. Dottie will leave next week to go back there and she is taking a couple of presents from me to the former student I met there and her new husband. I enjoyed reading Kyle-Anne Shiver’s American Thinker pieces of February 11 & 13.
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IF IT WERE NOT SO SAD

It would be almost funny to watch those who put these inept “leaders” in charge of our government as they come to realize what a horrible mistake they made in the voting booth.

Just yesterday, as Linden watched the stock market suffer another triple digit loss, as astute investors realized that the future does not look bright for our once capitalist society, Linden wondered how those who elected our leaders feel about their own investments, businesses and 401k accounts. It would be almost funny…

Just yesterday, as Linden read a small Internet report (naturally it would never be reported by my “news” paper) about what the aging population may expect from the changes in our health care system: A government bureaucrat may decide that you are not worthy of further health care. It would be almost funny…

Just yesterday, Linden wondered at what point the youth of our nation, who were gaga over the “hope” and “change” line, will realize the negative impact these massive spending bills will have on all their future years. I would be almost funny…
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BIBLE STUDY:
2-10
EXODUS 30:11 – 31:18
GOD instructed Moses regarding atonement money, making a bronze basin, making anointing oil and making incense. GOD appointed workers to accomplish all he had outlined and cautioned Moses to keep the Sabbath holy. HE then gave Moses the tablets HE had inscribed.

MATTHEW 26:47-68

JESUS, betrayed by Judas is arrested. The disciples flee. Then, JESUS appears before the Sanhedrin.

PSALM 32:1-11
PROVERBS 8:27-32
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ADVERTISEMENT 3:
Linden’s CD “SONGS A POOR OLD POLICE DEPARTMENT RETIREE MIGHT WRITE … WHILE WAITING FOR HIS MEAGER PENSION CHECK” ($8.95) is a collection of 13 songs written and sung by Linden.

The book “OUTSTANDING NATIONAL LEAGUE BASEBALL PITCHERS OF THE LAST 42 YEARS” ($3.00) outlines Linden’s rating of those pitchers in the years 1946 through 1987.

Linden hopes his always modest sales will finance the purchase of two goats for the needy somewhere in the world. Order at:

http://stores.ebay.com/secondhand-stories

or

www.alibris.com/bookstore/secondha
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LINDEN'S LIFE:
Attended the GOP breakfast Roundtable at 7:00 and met with three others to discuss a possible veterans program at 9:00. Went to a restaurant for coffee afterward. Busy before noon, did little after.
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COMMENTS:
Linden loves to receive comments from his readers but you should be aware that only those sent to LWDcomment@aol.com are received by him.
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THEY EAT THEIR YOUNG

A quick Internet search revealed that baboons, hamsters, lions, mink, muskrats, polar bears, prairie dogs, rats and voles are among those who may kill and even eat their own young as well as the young of others.

Linden likens this activity to that of our own U.S. Congress. They, by means of this “stimulus” obamanation are, Linden fears, in the process of making life much, much more difficult for those in the generations which will follow. Our Congress, by and large, has no shame, ability and/or decency.

Linden is proud to report that not a single one of those for which he has voted are expected to vote for this monstrosity. To him, this means that some of you have little regard for his succeeding generations. Or of your own, for that matter.
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BIBLE STUDY
2-9
EXODUS 29:1 – 30:10
GOD gives instructions for the consecrations of the priests and regarding the altar of incense.

MATTHEW 26:14-46
Judas agrees to betray JESUS. Jesus, with the disciples, inaugurates The LORD’S Supper. JESUS predicts Peter’s denial and sorrowfully speaks to The FATHER.

PSALMS 31:19-24
PROVERBS 8:14-26
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ADVERTISEMENT 2

Linden’s book “AN OLD MAN ON THE ST. JAMES WAY” ($6.95) addresses Linden’s thoughts and activities when, as a 75 year old, he crosses Northern Spain on the ancient pilgrimage trail.

“BOUT FIRTEEN COUNTRY CHILDERN RIMES” ($3.00) reminiscent of James Whitcomb Riley, these 20 poems with illustrations address the lives of four-year-old twins. It is written as they may speak.

Linden hopes his always modest sales will finance the purchase of two goats for the needy somewhere in the world. Order at:

http://stores.ebay.com/secondhand-stories

or

www.alibris.com/bookstore/secondha
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LINDEN'S LIFE
Jack had copied the picture I want to send to Austria so I went to his place and picked it up. It looks good! Did some book sales related tasks, traded emails with Julie and some others and talked on the phone to Brian.
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QUALIFICATIONS

Some, including Linden, believe that President Obama is remarkably under-qualified to held the position he was elected to fill. There is no real point in enumerating his shortcomings: Assuming that you are reasonably intelligent and somewhat aware of what desirable qualifications may be, you are already aware of those. This, dear reader, does not mean that he has no potential value to our great country.

If Obama is now a square peg in a round hole, it is because he is in the wrong position. Recent history proves, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that he would be a great Secretary of the Treasury! His ability to identify those who have or may have tax liabilities has not been surpassed in recent history: Perhaps never.

Consider what he could do in the pursuit of Daschle, Geithner, Jefferson, Killifer, Rangel, Richardson and Solis, democrats all, for starters. Perhaps the best use of the catch phrase “culture of corruption” is to apply it here. As Secretary of the Treasury, Obama could really utilize his “hope” and “change” line and not wreck the 200-year history of our country.
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BIBLE STUDY
2-6
EXODUS 23:14 – 25:40
GOD specified three annual festivals. HE says HE will bring them to a good land but they must follow HIS directions. Moses was with GOD for 40 days on the mountain. GOD gives instructions for making the ark, the table and the lampstand.

MATTHEW 24:29-51
JESUS tells the disciples of things to come.

PSALM 30:1-12
PROVERBS 7:24-27

2-7
EXODUS 26:1 – 27:21
GOD gives instructions for the tabernacle, the altar, the courtyard and regarding oil for the lampstand.

MATTHEW 25:1-30
JESUS tells two more parables.

PSALM 31:1-8
PROVERBS 8:1-11

2-8
EXODUS 28:1-43
GOD gives instructions as to how to construct the priestly garments, the ephod and the breastpiece.

MATTHEW 25:31 – 26:13
JESUS speaks of the separation of the sheep from the goats. The righteous to eternal life, the other to eternal punishment.

PSALM 31:9-18
PROVERBS 8:12-13
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LINDEN'S LIFE
Friday: Men’s Prayer Breakfast at 6:00. Did two loads of wash and several odd jobs.
Saturday: Prayer Breakfast at Kingsway church. Had a book signing at Secondhand Stories: Went OK. Was tired when I got home.
Sunday: Church, Sunday school, absolutely failed to send a photo to the drug store for copying. Frustrating. Went to visit Jack and Helen. He has made noticeable improvement since I last saw him. Later, I sent the picture to him and he was able to copy it.
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ADVERTISEMENT 1

Linden’s book “A SWIFT: NOT JONATHAN” ($6.95) is a collection of short stories or essays, song lyrics, poetry and a Christian play.

‘MIND OVER FATTER” ($3.00) presents the theory of vicarious exercise and other “different” thoughts.

Linden hopes his always modest 2009 sales will finance the purchase of two goats for the needy somewhere in the world. Order at:

http://stores.ebay.com/secondhand-stories

or

www.alibris.com/bookstore/secondha
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IF IT WERE HILLARY

This, as is true of much of the “news”, is an opinion piece: Linden’s opinion.

It has been three months (bad months) since the election of Barack Obama and about three times that long since it was determined who would be the nominee of the democrats. If Hillary Clinton had won both of these contests, one has to wonder what would be the present condition of our country.

Would she have selected Bill Richardson for Commerce? No way! She would have ensured that his “pay for play” approach would have been discovered and she would have selected another. It would have been DUMB to do otherwise.

Would she have selected Timothy Geithner for Treasury? No way! She would have ensured that his tax problem would have been discovered and she would have selected another. It would have been DUMB to do otherwise.

Would she have selected Tom Daschle for Health? No way! She would have ensured that his tax problem would have been discovered and she would have selected another. It would have been DUMB to do otherwise.

Would she have selected Nancy Killifer for “Performance”? No way! She would have ensured that her tax problem would have been discovered and she would have selected another. It would have been DUMB to do otherwise.

In other words, she is too smart to allow the perception that democrats in general are a bunch of tax cheats. Even though one does have to wonder.

Lastly, would she have returned the favor and selected Barack Obama for State? NO WAY! We have already inferred that she is smarter than him. We can only wonder how she would have handled the current financial crisis and even if there would be such a crisis.
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BIBLE STUDY
2-5
EXODUS 21:22 – 23:13
GOD continues with law giving.

MATTHEW 24:1-28
JESUS instructs the disciples.

PSALM 29:1-11
PROVERBS 7:6-23
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LINDEN'S LIFE
Linden was a few minutes late for the breakfast meeting with Bill and Chuck. As soon as he entered the restaurant, he was handed the phone and it was Paul, calling from Florida with a weather report: Hateful guy! Later, almost left my glasses in the barber shop after getting a haircut: Luckily, Bob, the barber, yelled at as I was almost ready to get in the car. Lucky me!
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BOOK SIGNING
Plainfield author/composer Linden Swift will present his latest
work A SWIFT: NOT JONATHAN from noon to 4:00 Saturday,
February 7, 2009 at Secondhand Stories which is located in the strip mall at the S.E. corner of Rockville and Raceway roads.

This book contains a number of short stories or essays, words to Swift’s musical compositions, poems and limericks and a Christian play. Copies of Swift’s first six books as well as a CD of his music will be available at this signing.

Online inquiries may be made at:

http://stores.ebay.com/secondhand-stories
orwww.alibris.com/bookstore/secondha

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Each sold book will result in a half dollar donation to International Disaster emergency Services www.ides.org and an additional half dollar will be donated if the sale originates in a state or an Indiana county from which no sale has been previously made this year. The goal is to donate sufficient funds to buy two goats this year for the less fortunate. Hope this approach works.

RELEASE THEM???

President Obama, the master of personnel selection, appears to not have spent very much time in deep thought when he advocated the closure of Guantanamo in one year.

While listening to the Rush Limbaugh radio show (Mark Steyn was hosting), Linden heard the report of 11 Jihadists who had been released from Guantanamo, then went through a Saudi rehabilitation program (one wonders what graduation was like) and now have just vanished! They may be planning your death. Or worse, Linden’s.
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BIBLE STUDY
2-4
EXODUS 19:16 – 21:21
GOD, on Mt. Sinai, presents Moses with the Ten Commandments and other instruction.

MATTHEW 23:13-39
JESUS chastises the teachers of the law and the Pharisees.

PSALM 28:1-9
PROVERBS 7:1-5
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LINDEN'S LIFE
Had my Study Buddy meeting at 9:00. I think it was Bob Nysewander who used the snow blower on the lane leading to my place and the one to the Mission House. Happy to see that. Had dinner, a good program and a meeting at my church.
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GLOBAL COOLING
The Wednesday temperature predictions for the 85 U.S. cities were that 62 of them would have temperatures dipping below freezing and, of these, 29 would not rise above freezing.
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BOOK SIGNING
Plainfield author/composer Linden Swift will present his latest
work A SWIFT: NOT JONATHAN from noon to 4:00 Saturday,
February 7, 2009 at Secondhand Stories which is located in the strip mall at the S.E. corner of Rockville and Raceway roads.

This book contains a number of short stories or essays, words to Swift’s musical compositions, poems and limericks and a Christian play. Copies of Swift’s first six books as well as a CD of his music will be available at this signing.

Online inquiries may be made at:

http://stores.ebay.com/secondhand-stories
or
www.alibris.com/bookstore/secondha

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Each sold book will result in a half dollar donation to International Disaster emergency Services www.ides.org and an additional half dollar will be donated if the sale originates in a state or an Indiana county from which no sale has been previously made this year. The goal is to donate sufficient funds to buy two goats this year for the less fortunate. Hope this approach works.
Linden
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PERSONS VS CITIZENS

Linden was reminded Monday that he had failed to attend a recent legislative breakfast. At that Breakfast, one of the State Representatives referred to a shortcoming in the Indiana constitution. It seems that when counting the population for the purpose of redistricting, the requirement is to count the number of persons instead of the number of citizens. Apparently this is true of the U.S. constitution, as well.

This one word shortcoming in these two documents has the effect of allowing illegals, usually concentrated in metropolitan areas, to have an undesirable effect on the census and thereby the representation. This needs to be changed! But, for political reasons, it would be difficult to do so.
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BIBLE STUDY
2-3
EXODUS 17:8 – 19:15
The Israelites were attacked and they won the ensuing battle. Thanks to Jethro, Moses appoints other judges. The LORD announces that he will speak to the people.

MATTHEW 22:34 – 23:12
JESUS tells the Pharisees of the two greatest commandments. JESUS warns the crowd and the disciples regarding the actions of the Pharisees.

PSALM 27:7-14
PROVERBS 6:27-35
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GLOBAL WARMING
Of the 85 U.S. cities, on Tuesday 51 were predicted to have a temperature that dropped below freezing. Of these, 29 were predicted to not warm up to freezing or above. Plainfield (not one of the 85 cities) had heavy snow. Linden only ventured outside one time.
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LINDEN'S LIFE
Thanks to the snow and cold, he mostly stayed inside and did little other than pound the computer keyboard.
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BOOK SIGNING
Plainfield author/composer Linden Swift will present his latest
work A SWIFT: NOT JONATHAN from noon to 4:00 Saturday,
February 7, 2009 at Secondhand Stories which is located in the strip mall at the S.E. corner of Rockville and Raceway roads.

This book contains a number of short stories or essays, words to Swift’s musical compositions, poems and limericks and a Christian play. Copies of Swift’s first six books as well as a CD of his music will be available at this signing.

Online inquiries may be made at:

http://stores.ebay.com/secondhand-stories
or
www.alibris.com/bookstore/secondha

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Each sold book will result in a half dollar donation to International Disaster emergency Services www.ides.org and an additional half dollar will be donated if the sale originates in a state or an Indiana county from which no sale has been previously made this year. The goal is to donate sufficient funds to buy two goats this year for the less fortunate. Hope this approach works.
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RESPONSIBILITY

Linden has long believed that the primary difference between the two major political parties centers on responsibility. In his eyes, the large majority of democrats feel no responsibility for the well being of the generations that will follow. Actually, not a great deal of responsibility toward the current generations. Shallow Thinkers!

More than a few Republican officeholders, as they continue to be re-elected, have become more like the democrats. Their own political well being becomes more important than the Conservative principles they once espoused. Weak Sisters!

It is far past time for Conservatives to demand more of those we have previously supported. This wrongly named stimulus bill is a good place to start measuring accountability. Is it time for you to start actively opposing these Weak Sisters?
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BIBLE STUDY
2-2
EXODUS 15:19 – 17:7
Israel became concerned about the lack of drinking water. GOD, through Moses, solved that problem. The LORD provided quail, manna and water but the Israelites often complained.

MATTHEW 22:1-33
JESUS tells the parable of the wedding banquet. The Pharisees and Sadducees continue to try to trap him: They fail.

PSALM 27:1-6
PROVERBS 6:20-26
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BOOK SIGNING
Plainfield author/composer Linden Swift will present his latest
work A SWIFT: NOT JONATHAN from noon to 4:00 Saturday,
February 7, 2009 at Secondhand Stories which is located in the strip mall at the S.E. corner of Rockville and Raceway roads.

This book contains a number of short stories or essays, words to Swift’s musical compositions, poems and limericks and a Christian play. Copies of Swift’s first six books as well as a CD of his music will be available at this signing.

Online inquiries may be made at:

http://stores.ebay.com/secondhand-stories
or
www.alibris.com/bookstore/secondha
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LINDEN'S LIFE
Went by the Chamber of Commerce to reserve a seat at our upcoming dinner and auction. Contacted two newspapers regarding the Saturday book signing and, although it doesn’t sound like it, stayed busy the entire day.
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MEN'S CONFERENCE ++

The conference started Friday night and consumed most of the day on Saturday. It involved probably about one dozen Indianapolis area Christian churches and was at held at Serendipity at the Metropolis mall in Plainfield. About 400 men attended.

The music, and there was lots of it, was good although it was geared, it seemed, to an age group younger than the old man who is writing this. There were three excellent speakers, good interaction with other attendees and, as usual, Rhonda Wagoner and her staff at Serendipity were up to the task.

Brad Long presented a talk on accountability and the desirability of having someone in your life who becomes comfortable presenting means of shaping your life to become a happier and more worthwhile person. Dale Justis presented “Success and Significance” which touched upon his business life and the days that have followed. He will soon be leading a group to India. I missed the “marriage” breakout session presented by Dave and Kim Margolius but he was interesting in the wrap-up session.

For me, the most interesting was the presentations by Eric Alexander www.everestnews.com - his references to helping the blind in mountain climbing expeditions were just almost unbelievable. He presented a bit of a DVD which illustrated a blind friend he was leading up Mt Everest that was really scary. It will be worth your time to check him out on the Internet.

My time was well spent at this conference.
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BIBLE STUDY
1-30
EXODUS 10:1 – 12:13
The LORD brought the plague of locusts and of darkness upon Egypt but Pharaoh’s heart remained hard. Then, the plague of the firstborn was to strike Egypt and pass over the Israelites.

MATTHEW 20:1-28
JESUS told the parable of the workers in the vineyard and he explained his coming death.

PSALM 25:1-15
PROVERBS 6:6-11

1-31
EXODUS 12:14 – 13:16
The Passover is explained and the firstborn of the Egyptians are struck down. All Israelite firstborns are dedicated to The LORD.

MATTHEW 20:29 – 21:22
JESUS healed two blind men who then followed him. JESUS, riding on a colt, entered Jerusalem to much acclaim.

PSALM 25:16-22
PROVERBS 6:12-15

2-1
EXODUS 13:17 – 15:18
GOD led the Israelites out of Egypt by a pillar of cloud by day and of fire by night. GOD, through Moses, caused the sea to be parted and the Israelites, followed by the Egyptians, crossed on dry land. When the Israelites were across, GOD allowed the sea to close and the waters buried all the Egyptian army.

MATTHEW 21:23-46
JESUS answers the questioning of the chief priests and elders with parables.

PSALM 26:1-12
PROVERBS 6:16-19
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LINDEN'S LIFE
Friday brought the Men’s Prayer Breakfast at my church, a trip to the bookstore, phone calls, etc and stiffness and soreness from my fall the day before.
Saturday was little other than the Men’s Conference.
Sunday brought church services, Sunday school, a nap, paper reading, evening church services and Super Bowl watching.
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