India Wireless Growth

The paradigm has changed.  Wireless has supplanted land lines.  India having growth of over 40%. 

More on Haleigh

Updates and an excellent moral analysis. This story is heart breaking.

Celebrating Haleigh's Life

What other can you say to this but…

Amen.

Now they are confiscating churches

This story will make you angry.  So sit down before you read.  Here is a snip-it.

"Since the Supreme Court’s controversial Kelo decision last summer, eminent domain has entered a new frontier. It’s not just grandma’s house we have to worry about. Now it’s God’s house, too."

Sell-outs

Here is an excellent and lengthy discussion why we must hold the NY Times to account for the NSA leaks.

A 1st LT responds to Hillary's plea for armor

What would you expect from a political opportunist like a Clinton. The facts eventually get out. But, she has already made her hit piece, er statement, and moved on. Think the MSM will correct the record?

The plot against America that the MSM is hiding from us

I am at a loss to understand why the press would not disclose this plot uncovered and foiled by Italian authorities.  The only explanation I can discern is that the MSM has a single minded agenda to take Bush down as discussed here.  These journalists are despicable people.  Read further below in the same article and see what the President has to say about the tone of debate.

Myth busting the President lied meme

Cheney re-iterates that there were in fact linkages between Iraq and terror groups.  Imagine that!

What do you do with a guy who reveals national secrets?

This guy Tice sure has an over-inflated opinion of himself.  Read the fisk of the ABC interview by Blackfive.  I especially like some of the punishment meme in the comment section.

Biden's Baloney

This windbag just can’t figure out when to shut-up.  What is the old wise tale?  It is better to sit down and the world think you a fool, then to stand-up and remove all doubt.  What a blow hard!

Bush Economy

Sounds pretty good to me…

A White House press release:

Economic Growth Continues – Unemployment Falls Below 5 Percent

Today, The Unemployment Rate Fell Below 5 Percent. The unemployment rate fell to 4.9 percent – lower than the average of the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. 108,000 jobs were created in December, and revisions to previous months added 71,000 jobs. The economy has created more than 400,000 jobs over the last two months, over 2 million jobs over the past 12 months, and over 4.6 million since May 2003.

• Economic Growth Is Steady And Strong. For 10 consecutive quarters, GDP growth has exceeded 3 percent.

The Economy Is Strong And Continues To Grow

• GDP Growth Is Strong. The economy grew at 4.1 percent in the third quarter, the 10th consecutive quarter in which GDP grew at a rate above 3 percent. The composite index of leading indicators increased 0.5 percent in November and has risen 1.7 percent over the past 6 months, indicating continued economic growth.
• Consumers Are Confident. The Conference Board index of consumer confidence surpassed expectations and rose to 103.6 in December as consumers felt the benefits of falling gas prices and continued job growth. Additionally, both the University of Michigan sentiment index and Rasmussen consumer index reflected strong consumer confidence.
• Incomes Are Rising. Over the past 12 months, real disposable personal incomes were up 1.5 percent. Since 2001, real after-tax income per person has risen 7 percent. Household net worth is at $51.1 trillion – an all-time high.
• Manufacturing Continues To Expand. The Institute for Supply Management (ISM), a private research group, reports manufacturing activity grew for the 31st consecutive month in December. The ISM's manufacturing index reading of 54.2 indicates continued sector expansion. According to the Federal Reserve, total industrial production rose by 0.7 percent in November and manufacturing industrial production is up 3.9 percent over the past 12 months
• Durable Goods Orders Surged In November. New orders for durable goods increased 4.4 percent in November, far surpassing expectations of 1.2 percent growth. Over the past 12 months, orders have increased 12.1 percent.
• Productivity Growth Is Strong. After posting strong initial numbers of 4.1 percent, productivity was revised up 0.6 percentage point to 4.7 percent at an annual rate in the third quarter. Productivity has grown at a 3.4 percent annual rate since the end of 2000.
• Construction Spending Is At An All-Time High. Construction spending rose 0.2 percent in November to a record high of $1.146 trillion at an annual rate and has risen 7.8 percent over the past 12 months. According to the Commerce Department, housing starts rose to 2.123 million units at an annual rate – nearing a 20-year high. More Americans now own their homes than at any time in the Nation's history, and minority home ownership is at a record high.
• Inflation Remains In Check. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) fell by 0.6 percent in November – more than market expectations – reflecting a decline in energy prices. Core CPI has increased a moderate 2.1 percent over the past year, indicating that core inflation remains contained.

Christmas Holiday in Alabama

We always have a good time seeing family at Christmas time. It seems that part of the joy of the season is seeing all the family together.





As you can see by this pic, there was a pile of us there.











We played games.













We celebrated birthdays too.













Momma, I didn't know cake was this good!














Nana played the piano while brother John sang.













And, we wore Papa out.

Christmas Cookie Night

One of the highlights every year at Christmas time is the traditional cookie bake. The recipe is simple. The art work is complex and deep.


Here we see mom and and our youngest cutting out the cookie dough and baking the cookies.








Here we are making the icing, which is so important for the future artisans of the cookie trade!







The kids are completely enthralled and enjoy the incredible anticipation of decorating the first cookie! Mom is in her element and enjoying every minute.





The careful attention to detail is astonishing. One wonders where the talent comes from. As a dad, I am so impressed with the effort.







And, the results speak for themselves. Uh...could some one pass me the milk?

Oh My! Troops Terrorizing Iraqis?

You would think John Kerry’s handlers would have learned after the last election to change the tape when he opens his mouth.  But, the truth always seems to let Johnny Boy down.  See these tidbits on how are troops really behave from Michelle Malkin.

Washington State Democrats Show How They Really Feel About Christians

This denigration does not surprise me at all.  I heard other day that we have opened a new front on the War on Terror and it is here in the good ole’ US of A for the hearts, minds and souls of Americans, especially our children.

MSM Bias?

If you read this headline,…

November retail sales fall short

…you and most people would think that the wheels are coming off this economic expansion.  Right?  But, the truth, go down to the 6th paragraph and you get this interesting tidbit.

Much of the weakness in November's sales was due to a 5.9 percent drop in sales at gasoline stations -- a direct result of the decline in gas prices last month and hardly bad news for consumers. The drop in that category was the largest decrease since April 2003. When excluded, retail sales rose 1.0 percent in November.

1.0% increase!  Who is kidding who here.  And, gas prices down.  A double boost.

These MSM people are shameful.

Seen the new GOP video?

You can catch it here via Drudge Report.  Predictably, the Surrendercrats are outraged.  I find it interesting that the Libs seem to dish out treasonous venom, but can’t take any heat, even when it’s their own words used back in their faces.

Update on Good Things going on in Iraq

Good progress on all fronts.  The story you will never hear in the MSM.

Emily's Perfect Corner Kick

Thanksgiving In Germantown

Wow! Debbie out did herself this year.


Check out this turkey.







The meal consisted of turkey, ham, corn, peas, stuffing, mash potatoes, broccoli cheese casserole, my yam casserole, 2 cranberry sauces, 5 breads, pumpkin and pecan pie and a good bottle of Sauvignon Blanc.






Flat Jackson visted from Mobile and carved the turkey.








We have a lot to be thankful for as Americans and a family this year. Celebrating around the dining room table with a prayer of thanks to the Lord is the best fellowship you could ask for.

Mom gave us a history lesson on Plymouth, England during the blitz.




Yum, Yum!









Obviously I enjoyed my meal :)