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On Wednesday, April 15th, thousands of Americans will gather in various locations across the country to come together for a different kind of tea party. Although I have never participated in any type of political gathering, I do plan to be one voice among thousands tomorrow who will stand up and say “Enough is enough!” This is one tea party we can all partake in together. If you live in the Central Oregon area, we will meet at Troy Park on Bond Street, next to McMenamins in downtown Bend, from 3pm -6pm. For questions please call Lucy Brackett at 541-390-4486. For all other areas, please refer to the official website at www.taxdayteaparty.com .
If we refuse to put an end to wasteful government spending, someday our pledge of allegiance may sound like this:
“I pledge allegiance to the flag of the Social States Of America,
and to the new world order for which it stands-
All nations under Obama with wealth and healthcare for all.”
(God help us!)
I know there is a rule out there somewhere that says tea and politics don’t mix. But…maybe just this once? I’ll drink to that. How bout you?
Yowsers! According to my calender we are almost half way through the month of January already. I haven’t had Tea On Tuesday in a while. In fact, my son tells me I should rename my blog “Tea Twice A Year”. Guilty as charged. But I do promise to make every attempt to keep up better in 09. My goal is to write every other week. I don’t know why my kids have to be so honest anyway. Did I teach them that? Well…at least they could pretend to be nice when they have something to tell me. They won’t even do that. “Gee mom, you’re legs look enoromous in that dress.” I guess I should thank them for that little tip. I haven’t worn a dress since.
Well, 2009 is upon us. And I’m not too thrilled with how it’s begun. My husband and I are total newshounds. But frankly I’m just sick too death of the circus we call politics in this country. As much as I try to keep up with whose who in politics….who the new senator of Illinois is, or the governor of Minnesota, (Franken…are you people serious?!), I just can hardly stomach it all. Yesterday I had the misfortune of hearing Gov. Blagojavich’s pitiful response to his impeachment. I’ve never heard anything so absurd in my whole life. I do think it would make an excellent piece in the sequel to An American Carol. But other than that it was good for little more than using the tape it was filmed on as toilet tissue. (I am a nice tea lady, and that’s as brutally honest as I can be. Hopefully it’s not too late for my children to learn a thing or two about being polite from me).
I’m not even gonna get started on this whole Wall Street bailout business. I am just so saddened by it all. There is so much corruption in this country. I guess it’s true what they say, “Ignorance is bliss”, cause I liked America a whole lot better before I knew about all this. There is very little I feel I can say or do to change things about the big picture overall, (except to pray for God’s mercy on judgement day). I am, however responsible for my own actions, and trying to make life a better place for those around me.
The other day while wandering through town, I reached in my pocket and found a little note that had been placed there several weeks ago. I hadn’t seen it until that moment. It read, “You are a great servant to your family. You lead by example; keeping things up and cooking viddles all the time. Coming to your warm home is always a repreive from our busy full life. I love you.” It was signed by my son-in-law. That little note really touched my heart. You know I may not be a great person in the eyes of the world. But if my kids are able to see me serving them and leading by example, than I feel like my life has been a tremendous success! Maybe that’s why God has blessed me with the most awesome amazing family in the world! Life just doesn’t get any better than this folks! How I wish are American leaders could learn to serve their country, and lead by example. I dare say this country might be in a better place if that were the case.
In 2009 I pray that there will be change…in our government, in our homes and in our hearts. It’s time to pray for forgiveness and mercy. It’s time to turn over a new leaf in this chapter of our lives. It starts with each one of us. May we all lead by example and have servant hearts.
Blessings to all,
Tea Lady Darla
