Monday, September 17, 2007
National Gathering of Eagles wrap-up from D.C.
Be sure to check out the incoming reports from those who attended the Gathering of Eagles in D.C. Our hats are off to those who faced the angry anti-war protesters face-to-face in the Nation's Capital.
Saturday, September 15, 2007
NBC-29 TV Coverage here SWAC Eagles soared today ... Win the War! The photos ... Part 1
A Gathering of Eagles ... SWAC ... September 15, 2007
Staunton, Virginia
Staunton, Virginia
SWAC Eagles soared today ... Win the War!
SWAC Eagles soared today ... The photos ... Part 2
SWAC Eagles soared today ... The photos ... Part 3
Photos by SWAC Girl
SWAC Eagles soared today ... Win the War!
The horns began blaring as soon as we arrived thirty minutes before the Gathering of Eagles rally start time of noon to set up Win the War signs and American flags.
People began showing up immediately, first one, then two more, then others ... happy to see one another ... each with a reason to be there....
I was greeting everyone as they arrived ... and then I saw Military Mom! She had driven down, once again, from Alexandria to join us. Military Mom ... the one whose daughter, Brandi, stationed in South Korea with the U.S. Air Force in 2003 had seen anti-war protesters pictured in the local newspaper and asked, "What's going on in Staunton?" That was the beginning of our rallies to show our military that America was behind them. Military Mom ... who had moved to Alexandria two years ago but has come back twice for our rallies and who is, thankfully, moving back to Augusta County. Military Mom who is, herself, an Air Force veteran.
Barth who was in Iraq for 15 months turned out today with his wife Kimberley and two little children ... Barth who is one of those we owe eternal thanks to for his service ... Barth who is a local hero even though he doesn't think he's a hero.
Le who escaped from Vietnam during that war ... who legally emigrated to the United States in the 1970s to make a new life ... Le whom I met during the 2004 Bush reelection campaign when she came to headquarters to volunteer and, through the course of our days at HQs together, told me her story of getting out of Vietnam, her disgust at John Kerry, and her appreciation for President Bush's strong stand against terrorism, to the United States, and her understanding of freedom. She was there today with her husband, Gene. Everyone who protests the war should talk with Le.
Phil who was with the NYPD on 9/11 ... Phil who stood on the burning rubble at Ground Zero, who experienced the sights, sounds, smells, and emotions of that day in a way none of the rest of us could even imagine ... Phil who saw what the terrorists did to our country and understands we must stand firm against it happening again. As he held the American flag his two young sons stood with him holding flags. They have been with us a number of times over the past two years.
Barb who has been with us at these rallies the past two years in her red, white, and blue American flag scarf ... Barb who is unapologetically patriotic and pro-troops, someone I appreciated having by my side at HQs when some unsavory characters came in last fall ... someone who is there to help all the time ... a friend ... many thanks, Barb.
Colleen who had been, in her words, a "tree-hugging liberal" until 9/11 when her entire perspective changed. I met her at Bush Headquarters in 2004 when she drove up from Lexington for a yard sign ... she was passionate as she explained that national security was the most important thing for America and she was ardently supporting President Bush and the Republicans. We reconnect six months ago when she met met in Staunton to buy Win the War signs to take back to Lexington ... Colleen who works to collect and send care packages to our military ... and today she brought her daughter with her to stand on the street in support of our troops.
Kim who has had serious health issues of her own but who had been coming out be my rock at many of these rallies ... Kim, who thanked me but it is I who should thank her because she has faced far more adversity than I ... Kim whose daughter's boyfriend left in August to spend 15 months in Iraq with his Army Unit. Kim ... God bless you for your friendship.
Debbie and her three little girls ... the same ones who came out for the March rally and stood on the Courthouse steps (along with their sister who wasn't there today) with American flags for the Pledge of Allegiance ... three little girls who held American flags and Win the War signs and waved as cars honked their horns.
Vietnam-era vets Bill, Dick, Larry, and Fred ... guys who were treated with contempt by anti-war protesters in the 1960s and who are determined this generation of GIs will not be treated like that again. They have been at these rallies before ... their blood runs red, white, and blue. True patriots all ... we thank you for your sevice to our country.
Emily who is a patriot and friend and has been at most of these rallies throughout the years. She stood with an American flag and sign ... and Joyce who has been part of us for years and who came out today to support the troops. Thank you.
Casby represents the Mary Baldwin Republicans and has been with us in the past for these rallies. Casby is a patriotic young lady who believes in standing up for what she believes in even on a campus that runs rampantly liberal. Many thanks for standing up with us again.
Kerri whom I call "Little Miss Republican" ever since meeting her during the 2004 Bush campaign. Now 12 years old, she was the youngest volunteer I had for the Bush campaign; she worked the Kilgore and Allen campaigns, and she has been out with us in the past along with her mom, Kim. She is now running for class president in school and, since she told me at the age of 10 that her goal was to be the first woman governor of Virginia, I'm not surprised to see her in school government. We wish her the best of luck in her campaign!
Marine vet Jim Holbert was in D.C. with the Marines for today's rally but his son stopped by to lend support. Jim provided the Support the Troops flag, Gathering of Eagles banner, and my Eagles armband. A true patriot who has been at most of our rallies the past two years, he stood in the pouring-down rain the first time I saw him, at parade rest, throughout the Support the Troops ceremony, snapping to attention for the flag ... I approached him afterward and a friendship began that has continued. My thanks to Jim and Russ and all the Marine League guys who were here in spirit but felt they needed to be in D.C. today. Semper Fi.
And my own daughter and husband, there to help set up and to support the troops ... my husband who is a Vietnam era Air Force veteran and the wind beneath my wings. And the others I didn't know ... thanks, Guys!
The support from the Valley was, as it has been the dozens of times before, overwhelmingly supportive. Patriots walking past on the sidewalk applauded; the trolly dinged his bell with a thumbs-up; the law enforcement office hit his siren in support. Trucks, cars, SUVs ... everyday citizens were glad to see Win the War supporters.
On an absolutely glorious day with temps in the 60s, dozens of patriots came out to show support for the troops, the war, and President Bush. With many SWACers in Washington, D.C., for the huge rally there, other SWAC folks as well as some who saw us and stopped to join were here to put a public face to those who want to Win the War! Horns blared for the entire time we were there.
Many thanks to all -- friends and neighbors, vets and active military, children and parents -- for taking an hour out of your day to thank our troops.
The Eagles soared today....
NBC-29 TV coverage here
SWAC Eagles soared today ... The Photos ... Part 1
SWAC Eagles soared today ... The photos ... Part 2
SWAC Eagles soared today ... The photos ... Part 3
Cross-posted at Win the War!
People began showing up immediately, first one, then two more, then others ... happy to see one another ... each with a reason to be there....
I was greeting everyone as they arrived ... and then I saw Military Mom! She had driven down, once again, from Alexandria to join us. Military Mom ... the one whose daughter, Brandi, stationed in South Korea with the U.S. Air Force in 2003 had seen anti-war protesters pictured in the local newspaper and asked, "What's going on in Staunton?" That was the beginning of our rallies to show our military that America was behind them. Military Mom ... who had moved to Alexandria two years ago but has come back twice for our rallies and who is, thankfully, moving back to Augusta County. Military Mom who is, herself, an Air Force veteran.
Barth who was in Iraq for 15 months turned out today with his wife Kimberley and two little children ... Barth who is one of those we owe eternal thanks to for his service ... Barth who is a local hero even though he doesn't think he's a hero.
Le who escaped from Vietnam during that war ... who legally emigrated to the United States in the 1970s to make a new life ... Le whom I met during the 2004 Bush reelection campaign when she came to headquarters to volunteer and, through the course of our days at HQs together, told me her story of getting out of Vietnam, her disgust at John Kerry, and her appreciation for President Bush's strong stand against terrorism, to the United States, and her understanding of freedom. She was there today with her husband, Gene. Everyone who protests the war should talk with Le.
Phil who was with the NYPD on 9/11 ... Phil who stood on the burning rubble at Ground Zero, who experienced the sights, sounds, smells, and emotions of that day in a way none of the rest of us could even imagine ... Phil who saw what the terrorists did to our country and understands we must stand firm against it happening again. As he held the American flag his two young sons stood with him holding flags. They have been with us a number of times over the past two years.
Barb who has been with us at these rallies the past two years in her red, white, and blue American flag scarf ... Barb who is unapologetically patriotic and pro-troops, someone I appreciated having by my side at HQs when some unsavory characters came in last fall ... someone who is there to help all the time ... a friend ... many thanks, Barb.
Colleen who had been, in her words, a "tree-hugging liberal" until 9/11 when her entire perspective changed. I met her at Bush Headquarters in 2004 when she drove up from Lexington for a yard sign ... she was passionate as she explained that national security was the most important thing for America and she was ardently supporting President Bush and the Republicans. We reconnect six months ago when she met met in Staunton to buy Win the War signs to take back to Lexington ... Colleen who works to collect and send care packages to our military ... and today she brought her daughter with her to stand on the street in support of our troops.
Kim who has had serious health issues of her own but who had been coming out be my rock at many of these rallies ... Kim, who thanked me but it is I who should thank her because she has faced far more adversity than I ... Kim whose daughter's boyfriend left in August to spend 15 months in Iraq with his Army Unit. Kim ... God bless you for your friendship.
Debbie and her three little girls ... the same ones who came out for the March rally and stood on the Courthouse steps (along with their sister who wasn't there today) with American flags for the Pledge of Allegiance ... three little girls who held American flags and Win the War signs and waved as cars honked their horns.
Vietnam-era vets Bill, Dick, Larry, and Fred ... guys who were treated with contempt by anti-war protesters in the 1960s and who are determined this generation of GIs will not be treated like that again. They have been at these rallies before ... their blood runs red, white, and blue. True patriots all ... we thank you for your sevice to our country.
Emily who is a patriot and friend and has been at most of these rallies throughout the years. She stood with an American flag and sign ... and Joyce who has been part of us for years and who came out today to support the troops. Thank you.
Casby represents the Mary Baldwin Republicans and has been with us in the past for these rallies. Casby is a patriotic young lady who believes in standing up for what she believes in even on a campus that runs rampantly liberal. Many thanks for standing up with us again.
Kerri whom I call "Little Miss Republican" ever since meeting her during the 2004 Bush campaign. Now 12 years old, she was the youngest volunteer I had for the Bush campaign; she worked the Kilgore and Allen campaigns, and she has been out with us in the past along with her mom, Kim. She is now running for class president in school and, since she told me at the age of 10 that her goal was to be the first woman governor of Virginia, I'm not surprised to see her in school government. We wish her the best of luck in her campaign!
Marine vet Jim Holbert was in D.C. with the Marines for today's rally but his son stopped by to lend support. Jim provided the Support the Troops flag, Gathering of Eagles banner, and my Eagles armband. A true patriot who has been at most of our rallies the past two years, he stood in the pouring-down rain the first time I saw him, at parade rest, throughout the Support the Troops ceremony, snapping to attention for the flag ... I approached him afterward and a friendship began that has continued. My thanks to Jim and Russ and all the Marine League guys who were here in spirit but felt they needed to be in D.C. today. Semper Fi.
And my own daughter and husband, there to help set up and to support the troops ... my husband who is a Vietnam era Air Force veteran and the wind beneath my wings. And the others I didn't know ... thanks, Guys!
The support from the Valley was, as it has been the dozens of times before, overwhelmingly supportive. Patriots walking past on the sidewalk applauded; the trolly dinged his bell with a thumbs-up; the law enforcement office hit his siren in support. Trucks, cars, SUVs ... everyday citizens were glad to see Win the War supporters.
On an absolutely glorious day with temps in the 60s, dozens of patriots came out to show support for the troops, the war, and President Bush. With many SWACers in Washington, D.C., for the huge rally there, other SWAC folks as well as some who saw us and stopped to join were here to put a public face to those who want to Win the War! Horns blared for the entire time we were there.
Many thanks to all -- friends and neighbors, vets and active military, children and parents -- for taking an hour out of your day to thank our troops.
The Eagles soared today....
NBC-29 TV coverage here
SWAC Eagles soared today ... The Photos ... Part 1
SWAC Eagles soared today ... The photos ... Part 2
SWAC Eagles soared today ... The photos ... Part 3
Cross-posted at Win the War!
TODAY! The Eagles are soaring ... Win the War!
"… An eagle knows when a storm is approaching long before it breaks. The eagle will fly to some high spot and wait for the winds to come. When the storm hits, it sets its wings so that the wind will pick it up and lift it above the storm. While the storm rages below, the eagle is soaring above it."
A Gathering of Eagles
to
Support the Troops
&
Win the War!
on
Saturday, September 15, 2007
12:00 Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Downtown Staunton
at the Courthouse (corner of Johnson & Augusta St)
We will have signs and American flags
or bring your own
We will stand in support of the thousands of American veterans and ordinary citizens who will be in Washington, D.C. today to face the angry anti-war protesters who plan to march on the White House at noon.
Free parking available one-half block away on Johnson Street.
Info: SWAC Girl
The Eagles are soaring in D.C. and throughout the country so come Support the Troops today!
A Gathering of Eagles
to
Support the Troops
&
Win the War!
on
Saturday, September 15, 2007
12:00 Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Downtown Staunton
at the Courthouse (corner of Johnson & Augusta St)
We will have signs and American flags
or bring your own
We will stand in support of the thousands of American veterans and ordinary citizens who will be in Washington, D.C. today to face the angry anti-war protesters who plan to march on the White House at noon.
Free parking available one-half block away on Johnson Street.
Info: SWAC Girl
Links:
- Gathering of Eagles: Anti-war movements death throes
- America's Victory 08: The Blogs on GOE III
Friday, September 14, 2007
Tony Snow leaves White House post....
Today was Tony Snow's last day as the President's press secretary at the White House. I am sad because I like this man who is battling cancer at a way-too-young age. I liked him on Fox News Channel; I think he has done a wonderful job as press secretary.
Erick at Red State wrote:
Tony Snow went from being a speech writer in President George H. W. Bush's White House to the world of journalism and Fox News. Then, this year, he returned to the White House to serve as the current President Bush's Press Secretary -- a job he says is a blast.Thank you, Mr. Snow, for your service to our country. Be well as you rejoin the private sector.
In the world of politics, Tony Snow is both a humble, genuine person, and a rock star.
SWAC: A Gathering of Eagles tomorrow....
Join Board of Supervisors candidate Jeremy Shifflett and SWACers at ...
A Gathering of Eaglesto
Support the Troops
&
Win the War!
on
Saturday, September 15, 2007
12:00 Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Downtown Staunton
at the Courthouse (corner of Johnson & Augusta St)
We will have American flags and signs
or bring your own
In support of the thousands of American veterans and ordinary citizens who will be in Washington, D.C., to face the anti-war protesters who plan to march on the White House at noon on Saturday. We will show our support here in SWAC.
Free parking available one-half block away on Johnson Street.
Info: SWAC Girl
A New Iraq: Operation Soccer Ball!
Badrose's co-worker is currently on his second tour of duty in Iraq and he has requested soccer balls and other toys for the Iraqi children. This is a low-cost way to help our soldiers because they like to have something to give the children. Read about it here at Badrose's blog.
Rudy responds to MoveOn.org by asking, "Who should America listen to?"
(click to enlarge)Rudy Giuliani took out a full-page ad in the New York Times to rebut MoveOn.org's slanderous ad against Gen. David Petraeus. (But did he get the $102,000 discount that MoveOn.org received?)
Rudy's question is:
H/T Red State and Win the War!
Rudy's question is:
"Who should America listen to ...Ouch. He concludes with this:
A decorated soldier's commitment to defending America, or Hillary Clinton's commitment to defending MoveOn.org?"
"These times call for statesmanship, not politicians spewing political venom."Thanks, Rudy.
H/T Red State and Win the War!
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Jim Webb a military guy? I wouldn't trust him to watch my back....
Gen. David Petraeus is a distinguished warrior and has served our country in an honorable fashion. Now he has been slandered by MoveOn.org in a full-page ad in the NYT. Today it was learned he was being slandered by MoveOn.org in TV ads. And, yet, not a peep from Jim Webb who also served in the military. Not a peep from a fellow military man. Not a peep from someone who should know better. What a disappointment as a representative....
President Bush addresses Nation tonight at 9 p.m.
President Bush will address the Nation tonight at 9:00 on Fox News Channel:
President Bush plans to reduce troop levels in Iraq by 5,700 by the end of December, and wants to draw down from 20 combat brigades there now to 15 brigades there by next summer, Bush said in a preview of his speech with network anchors Thursday.We'll we watching....
War on terrorism ... it's not over
"... 9/11 is not over. It could happen again. Remember that. In a 9/12 world, complacency is complicity." Richmond Times-Dispatch, 9/13/07
We haven't forgotten ... and that is why we rally to Support Our Troops
This is why we rally to support our troops....
We haven't forgotten 9/11 ... we haven't forgotten the 3,000 innocent people killed in the senseless attacks of 9/11 ... we haven't forgotten the gaping hole in our Pentagon or the loss of conservative author Barbara Olson who was on the plane that flew into the Pentagon....
We haven't forgotten Flight 93 and the American heroes - everyday Americans - who crashed it into a Pennsylvania field when they realized it was on its way to the White House or the Capitol ... we haven't forgotten the horrific sight of an airplane flying into the Twin Towers in NYC ... we haven't forgotten the Twin Towers crumbling or the sight of hundreds of New Yorkers fleeing from the dust storm that enveloped the streets....
We haven't forgotten the firefighters who were lost inside the Towers when they crumbled ... we haven't forgotten the American flags that showed up nationwide, on houses, on vehicles, on businesses making us feel like Proud Americans.
We haven't forgotten that, under the leadership of President George W. Bush, we have been safe from terrorist attacks in this country since 9/11.
We haven't forgotten the words of our President immediately after those attacks: "We're ready, we're steady, we're resolved."
We haven't forgotten that, after the worst attack ever on U.S. soil -- EVER -- the members of Congress gathered on the front steps of the Capitol, held hands, and sang "God Bless America."
For one brief moment in time, America was united. We were not Democrats, we were not Republicans ... we were Americans.
And that is why we rally to support our troops against the anti-war protesters who are bitter, angry, and politically-driven in their agenda of hate against President Bush.
"If our country does not lead the cause for freedom, it will not be led." --President George W. Bush after 9/11
We haven't forgotten 9/11 ... we haven't forgotten the 3,000 innocent people killed in the senseless attacks of 9/11 ... we haven't forgotten the gaping hole in our Pentagon or the loss of conservative author Barbara Olson who was on the plane that flew into the Pentagon....
We haven't forgotten Flight 93 and the American heroes - everyday Americans - who crashed it into a Pennsylvania field when they realized it was on its way to the White House or the Capitol ... we haven't forgotten the horrific sight of an airplane flying into the Twin Towers in NYC ... we haven't forgotten the Twin Towers crumbling or the sight of hundreds of New Yorkers fleeing from the dust storm that enveloped the streets....
We haven't forgotten the firefighters who were lost inside the Towers when they crumbled ... we haven't forgotten the American flags that showed up nationwide, on houses, on vehicles, on businesses making us feel like Proud Americans.
We haven't forgotten that, under the leadership of President George W. Bush, we have been safe from terrorist attacks in this country since 9/11.
We haven't forgotten the words of our President immediately after those attacks: "We're ready, we're steady, we're resolved."
We haven't forgotten that, after the worst attack ever on U.S. soil -- EVER -- the members of Congress gathered on the front steps of the Capitol, held hands, and sang "God Bless America."
For one brief moment in time, America was united. We were not Democrats, we were not Republicans ... we were Americans.
And that is why we rally to support our troops against the anti-war protesters who are bitter, angry, and politically-driven in their agenda of hate against President Bush.
"If our country does not lead the cause for freedom, it will not be led." --President George W. Bush after 9/11
Vietnam Wall Memorial -- update on vandalism report
Michelle Malkin and Bryan Preston went to examine the Vietnam Memorial in Washington DC yesterday to assess the damage and the explanation that is being purveyed (Vietnam Wall Memorial vandalized in D.C.). Ms. Malkin writes:
Over the weekend, something happened here at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington DC. Something destructive. Something dishonorable.Come join us this Saturday in Washington, DC, to remind these America-hating organizations that there are things that we consider sacred. There are things that we will defend to our last breath. The memory of our fallen heroes is one of those things.
From Dan Maloney, New York State Coordinator, Gathering of Eagles
Augusta County: "Small area plan" spins out of comp plan
First there was the comprehensive plan, an overview of Augusta County that identified rural spaces vs urban development areas such as Fishersville, Stuarts Draft, and Weyers Cave.When the megasite controversy erupted in 2006 over Toyota's desire to locate and build a factory in Weyers Cave, farmers and politicians protested the proposed business even though the location was designated as a growth and development area in the county's comp plan. Public disapproval from a small but vocal group drove away Toyota ... regardless of the comp plan.
Now we have the "small area" plan which sounds as if it will be micromanaging the comp plan -- a 10-member committee of local residents that will work with the Board of Supevisors and administrators in planning the future of specific areas of the county.
At last night's Board of Supervisors meeting a "small area" committee of 10 was appointed by Supervisors Wendell Coleman, Jim Bailey, and David Beyeler to study Fishersville with plans to include workshops, public hearings, hiring a transportation consultant, and more. Bob Stuart at the Waynesboro News Virginian has complete details.
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
USA Today: Gen. Petraeus a Scholar's Intellect, Warrior's Intensity
For the past eight months, Gen. David Petraeus' job has been to create an environment where Iraq's squabbling factions could find common ground. Today he will try to do the same for Congress.
Even skeptics of President Bush's war policy acknowledge he couldn't have picked a better pitchman for the policy that sent an additional 30,000 troops to Iraq this year over the protests of many in the House of Representatives and Senate. "He's one of our best generals," House Armed Services Committee chairman Ike Skelton, D-Mo., says of Petraeus. ...
Petraeus, 54, won confirmation as the commanding general of U.S. forces in Iraq this year by a unanimous Senate vote. Throughout his career, he has combined the gung-ho intensity of a commander in the storied "Screaming Eagles" 101st Army Airborne Division with the cool intellect of a Princeton Ph.D., along with a knack for developing useful connections.
In 1991, Petraeus was nearly killed in a shooting accident at Fort Campbell, a military base that straddles the border of Kentucky and Tennessee. The surgeon who took a bullet out of his lung was Bill Frist, later the majority leader of the U.S. Senate. In Iraq, where Petraeus has surrounded himself with a group of younger officers whom he dubs "the thinkers," one protégé is Col. Mike Meese, son of Edwin Meese, attorney general under President Ronald Reagan. ...
The top Republican on the House Armed Services committee, Rep. Duncan Hunter, R-Calif., accuses Democrats of trying to "degrade" Petraeus "in order to put the right spin on his testimony."
Rep. Brian Baird, D-Wash., who opposed the invasion of Iraq, says a recent visit with Petraeus persuaded him to give the president's policy more time to work. He criticizes members of his own party for "intellectually vacant" attacks.
"I find him as genuine as can be," Baird says of Petraeus. ...
Read the rest of the article here.
Even skeptics of President Bush's war policy acknowledge he couldn't have picked a better pitchman for the policy that sent an additional 30,000 troops to Iraq this year over the protests of many in the House of Representatives and Senate. "He's one of our best generals," House Armed Services Committee chairman Ike Skelton, D-Mo., says of Petraeus. ...
Petraeus, 54, won confirmation as the commanding general of U.S. forces in Iraq this year by a unanimous Senate vote. Throughout his career, he has combined the gung-ho intensity of a commander in the storied "Screaming Eagles" 101st Army Airborne Division with the cool intellect of a Princeton Ph.D., along with a knack for developing useful connections.
In 1991, Petraeus was nearly killed in a shooting accident at Fort Campbell, a military base that straddles the border of Kentucky and Tennessee. The surgeon who took a bullet out of his lung was Bill Frist, later the majority leader of the U.S. Senate. In Iraq, where Petraeus has surrounded himself with a group of younger officers whom he dubs "the thinkers," one protégé is Col. Mike Meese, son of Edwin Meese, attorney general under President Ronald Reagan. ...
The top Republican on the House Armed Services committee, Rep. Duncan Hunter, R-Calif., accuses Democrats of trying to "degrade" Petraeus "in order to put the right spin on his testimony."
Rep. Brian Baird, D-Wash., who opposed the invasion of Iraq, says a recent visit with Petraeus persuaded him to give the president's policy more time to work. He criticizes members of his own party for "intellectually vacant" attacks.
"I find him as genuine as can be," Baird says of Petraeus. ...
Read the rest of the article here.
Augusta County Board of Supervisors meeting
Attended tonight's Augusta County Board of Supervisors meeting for the first time in a while. I've been going to those meetings since 2001, usually on a regular basis, but have been lax the past year because I've been busy with other things. It's good, however, to know what is going on at the local level. Some observations from tonight....
... All the supervisors were there.
... Supervisor candidates for November's election were in attendance.
... A former neighbor, Leeanne Crookshanks, was there in her role as Waynesboro's director of tourism to discuss the GART/Tourism Board. A lively discussion ensued about the Tourism Board and, from the little I heard, I tended to agree with South River Supervisor David Beyeler about the need for more representatives on the board for input from the citizens of the area. I need to follow up on that....
... Met DuBoise Eggleston who said he planned to run again for the Waynesboro City Council in the spring.
... TV-3, Bob Stuart, and another reporter were there to cover the meeting.
... Dr. Gary McQuain, Superintendent of Augusta County Schools, presented information to the board.
... Students from Buffalo Gap High School attended for credit in their Government Class.
... The Parks and Rec representatives attended for an issue they presented to the board. Two of the members are former campaign managers of supervisors on the board.
... A Citizens Advisory Committee consisting of 12 people was appointed by Wayne District Supervisor Wendell Coleman, Beverley Manor District Supervisor Jim Bailey, and South River District Supervisor David Beyeler.
... Board of Supervisors candidate Jeremy Shifflett had put up 4x4 signs in Verona when I drove through this afternoon. I like those red signs ... they pop out at you!
Always a pleasure to see our supervisors in action....
... All the supervisors were there.
... Supervisor candidates for November's election were in attendance.
... A former neighbor, Leeanne Crookshanks, was there in her role as Waynesboro's director of tourism to discuss the GART/Tourism Board. A lively discussion ensued about the Tourism Board and, from the little I heard, I tended to agree with South River Supervisor David Beyeler about the need for more representatives on the board for input from the citizens of the area. I need to follow up on that....
... Met DuBoise Eggleston who said he planned to run again for the Waynesboro City Council in the spring.
... TV-3, Bob Stuart, and another reporter were there to cover the meeting.
... Dr. Gary McQuain, Superintendent of Augusta County Schools, presented information to the board.
... Students from Buffalo Gap High School attended for credit in their Government Class.
... The Parks and Rec representatives attended for an issue they presented to the board. Two of the members are former campaign managers of supervisors on the board.
... A Citizens Advisory Committee consisting of 12 people was appointed by Wayne District Supervisor Wendell Coleman, Beverley Manor District Supervisor Jim Bailey, and South River District Supervisor David Beyeler.
... Board of Supervisors candidate Jeremy Shifflett had put up 4x4 signs in Verona when I drove through this afternoon. I like those red signs ... they pop out at you!
Always a pleasure to see our supervisors in action....
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
That's what friends are for....
9/11 ... it's been rainy and dreary all day, almost as if the sky is weeping at the remembrance of a day that changed America. I sat outside on the porch for a long while as the rain came down, rocking and remembering and letting my thoughts wander....
For some reason this anniversary of 9/11 has been sadder than previous ones and, ironically, those I've talked with today have felt the same way. Maybe it's the hate-filled atmosphere in our country at a time of war. Emails and phone calls have come in throughout the day from friends and family members....
It's a time to cling to those you love.
Tonight the SWAC crew will get together and honor one of our own who was in the middle of New York City as one of the city's finest -- a proud member of the NYPD -- six years ago.
Phil, the beer's on us!
Never forget.
For some reason this anniversary of 9/11 has been sadder than previous ones and, ironically, those I've talked with today have felt the same way. Maybe it's the hate-filled atmosphere in our country at a time of war. Emails and phone calls have come in throughout the day from friends and family members....
It's a time to cling to those you love.
Tonight the SWAC crew will get together and honor one of our own who was in the middle of New York City as one of the city's finest -- a proud member of the NYPD -- six years ago.
Phil, the beer's on us!
Never forget.
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