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Since the Obama camp hasn’t called me for my recommendation yet, I’m going to put it out there anyway. Obama needs a little help because he is inexperienced in foreign affairs and military operations, so who better to assist him in running the country than Retired General Colin Powell.

His crediatials are so deep that people once wanted him to run for President. Remember…I thought so.

In case you forgot:
*He is an American statesman and retired General in the United States Army.
*He was the 65th United States Secretary of State (2001-2005), serving under President George W. Bush. (the first African American appointed to that position.)
*As a General in the United States Army, Powell also served as National Security Advisor (1987–1989) and as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (1989–1993), holding the latter position during the Gulf War.

After leaving his position as Secretary of State in the Bush administration and looking back on his decision to become an author and consultant, it’s obvious he has the foresight of Nostrodamus and the intuition of Spider-Man.

That keen instinct could help us domestically and internationally becuase it appears that the current administration hasn’t found a way to learn from a pattern of poor descisions. In order to prevent the country from continuing on this path, I recommend that Obama select Colin Powell as his running mate.

Now back to reality. The most obvious reason that won’t happen is because some Americans aren’t willing to vote for the most qualified Presidential candidate because he’s Black. I believe you can increase that number by 50% if their was an All-Black ticket. We can’t ignore ignorance, therefore we must acknowledge that some citizens will vote based on color, not creditials, but they also have a right to choose based on whatever criteria works for them.

I have heard some female supporters say they will cross party lines and vote for Repubican nominee John McCain because they felt Hillary was mistreated and not shown the respect she deserves ( Note to Hillary supporters: As my mother would say,” you have to give respect to get respect”. Karma is a bitch!). Be careful what you ask for because if Mrs. McCain is an indication of the future of women, please see The Stepford Wives. (I never met the woman but thought she was in the movie.)

Well if they are willing to cross party lines and vote for McCain, I wonder how many republicans would vote for Obama-Powell since Colin Powell is a Republican?

Damn! Another reason why this won’t work. If not VP, definately a Cabinet member or key advisor…

My cousin sent me this and I have to let you know that I’m feeling it. If you feel it too, let the world know on Super Tuesday.

We all want what’s best for our kids-right? Well along with food, love, prayer, support and encouragement, you better believe they will need an education. The public school system works as a school system, but I have learned that a “school system” is different from an “educational system.” The school system is in the business of running schools, not educating (That’s only part of the problem). A school has an educational system.

The problem is that the public “school system” hasn’t evolved nor implemented an effective “educational system” that allows our kids the proper tools to succeed in today’s world. Some school systems can’t provide an adequate learning facility for our children to learn, yet we put our children in this environment and expect them to learn and be able to compete on a global scale…that’s bullshit.

Since the public school system is under serving our children, those of us who can afford private schooling for our children usually do so, but a friend and team member of mine, Sandra Frazier, recently wrote a book entitled “Private School, It’s Not Just for the Wealthy Anymore” that puts economics aside and reinforces the importance of a parent’s passion, commitment and dedication to their child’s education. Her book guides you through the process of applying to private schools and shows you how to cut costs on everything from uniforms to fund-raising.

Sandra says,”The biggest part of the process is preparing your child through parenting. Being an involved parent in your child’s activities and learning is essential to making the best educational choice for your family.” Visit www.abettertomorrowpublishing.com and order your copy NOW!

So, before you exercise your right to vote, make sure you are an educated voter that votes for someone who cares about the education of your kids.

What has happened to me? This is supposed to be a vacation.
In the past week, I have been living my life at an accelerated pace that only those who have felt what I’m feeling know what I’m talking about.

This week, I have taken five steps more than my usual count with thoughts of you in my future. My time has been well spent with thoughts of you and I and has turned personal time into our time.

Every love poem ever written was written with the feelings I have for you. Do I understand? No, yet I enjoy the passion and love bestowed up me, so much I am motivate to add my own to the list.

My heart amazes me at how it has defeated insecure thought of you and others and how I have forgotten all about my ‘others.’ But I am also amazed at how strong the heart is and how fragile the feelings are it possess.
GOD’s love has to be incredible to even allow me to taste this emotion and indulge myself in this intangible, indescribable, intoxicating emotional journey that ends tomorrow.

First off, he’s from Chicago.
Second, he’s a proven winner.
Third, he plays quaterback and any football fan can agree that the Bears need a new quarterback. The current bums we have playing QB couldn’t start on my Pee-wee team. I had hope when the Bears gave former Florida Gator QB Chris Leak a shot that we were moving in the right direction, but we have played the same amount of downs (Total plays=0). So what QB gives us the best chance to win, NOW? Donovan McNabb.

McNabb was clearly unhappy that the Eagles drafted quarterback Kevin Kolb with their first pick in last year’s draft and that’s always a sign that Read the rest of this entry »