What's Happening Here and There

Not a bad deal when you have temps close to 70 degrees in the middle of February. Of course, it may be short lived, but we're enjoying it while it lasts.

Well I hope everyone is prepared for a new socialistic America and a tax bill that will last long after I take my last breath. One can only imagine the things hidden in this so-called rescue plan that will further Obama's liberal agenda. So I suspect we'll all learn the reality of it as the weeks and months go by. Just one example...the automation of compiling of a national database for health care. Translate that as government having access to ALL your health records. They may decide that you're too not competent to drive based on that information, as interpreted by a government beuracrate. The may decide I can't own my guns as a result of counseling or medications. You get the idea. Not only that, consider the number of times the government's databases have been hacked and information stolen.

One other thing. Thousands, perhaps millions of Americans are making their feelings known to their elected officials to no avail. Apparently, government officials are determining that the people's voice is not important. They will do as they choose.

Well...

On another note...my mom has sold her house and now seeks another place to live. She had been looking for a while, but could not make a deposit or commit to anything until her house actually sold. Now she will need to be out by the middle of March and in to a new place. We have encouraged her to NOT settle for just anything. If necessary, put her stuff in storage and come visit us in NC for a month or so. We'll see how things go.

We would encourage your prayers for Alice's brother Ken. He was laid off several weeks ago and is seeking new work. It's a challenge in this economy but he has a couple of things he's considering. As it stands, he is the only one in the family that has experienced this type of work shift. But no one is out of the woods yet.

For Alice; her company finally received zoning clearance for their new community. This means activity will pick up significantly and we are hoping and praying, so will sales. On the home front, she is planning on doing some painting this weekend. Looks like the hallway and the spare bedroom will come under the brush!

Things at OfficeMax are the same; retail is and will always be retail. On the other hand, my manager is taking some comments to heart and helping her supervisors understand that it is important to treat people with respect and dignity. It's made a positive difference these past few days, so we'll see what happens as things go along.

Eli has been experiencing an earache for the past week or so. He has also been encouraged to loose some weight. So he's walking and we have reduced his food consumption. We have a Vet visit tomorrow so we'll see how he's progressed.

Not much news from the kids. So not a lot to say there. We know all are well and busy!

We hope all who share our blog are happy and enjoying the blessings the deserve.

Take care....

Norm & Alice

Snow in the Carolinas

It wasn't but a day or two after my last post bragging a bit about the weather that we ended up with snow. The reason I'm thinking about that now is we have snow again and very cold temps. But alas, even though it's struggling to get above 30 in the daytime, by the weekend it will be close to 70! Go figure.

Not much to report from the last visit, although we would request your prayers for Dad. He's been having some stomach problems and not quite himself lately. They done some tests and basically it centers around some ulcer issues. I suppose he's been worrying about his kiddos lately. Everyone, in one way or another, is being impacted by the economy and I think he worries about that.

We've got two more weeks with our New Members class and then it's decision time. We are thinking of simply going to class for a while and see how that goes, then decide if we want to seek another place of worship and service.

Jobs are fine and we are really hoping this new community that's starting will bring in some new sales and begin to generate some activity. As I may have said before, it's a great location and should do well.

I've been having some real trouble sleeping lately. Most nights not til 2 or 3 AM can I find sleep. A lot of it is due to some skin rashes that seem to be getting worse, not better. No real help from my doctor, so may seek a dermatologist. May also try tanning. That has helped in the past. So we'll see.

Eli has been dealing with an ear infection so we give him drops twice a day. He doesn't seem to mind the process. In fact, it seems as though he appreciates it. It appears he's getting better.

Well....that's about it for now.