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There comes a time when one has to decide to take a stand for what they believe in., speak up about what they want instead of continually speaking about what is happening as if there is no alternative.

Rep. Ron Paul of Texas stands up for many issues that I believe in… smaller government, the abolishment of the Federal Reserve and the return of our currency to one backed by gold and silver., the elimination of the personal income tax based on earnings from your labor, and the legalization of medical marijuana.

I have spent a good part of my time at home this week watching videos about the candidate that I would endorse for President 2008. That would be Ron Paul. The collection of videoes can be viewed at www.youtube.com/user/AmericanPatriot2008.

I believe it is time to vote for what you believe in. Do you want less war, no war? Vote Ron Paul. Less Government, vote Ron Paul. More stable economy, vote Ron Paul.

Our power, the power of the People, is the numbers. We are the masses and we have a voice. That voice is called a vote. If everyone votes for what they want, and throw away the idea of voting for the lesser of two evils. Ron Paul is the best chance we have to return to a constitutional Republic. Let’s vote for FREEDOM!

Tags: U S Constitution, Ron Paul, government, patriotism, voting, Peace by Deborah
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I have no access to the internet from Saturday evenings until Tuesday mornings. During that time I “earn a living”, so to speak, with one of those things called a job for which I am grateful. When I get home a bit before 8, I turn on the computer and as it is checking for viruses, etc. I make my morning  Green smoothie.  I then go through my personal email and then  to my Google Reader to find out what thoughts are floating around out there.

Today, I followed a few links inside several of the bloggers I follow. Somehow I  found my way to a first time visit for me. A blog by Bob entitled every, every minute. I can’t seem to figure out how I arrived there, but, I was attracted to this site because of The Desiderata Project. Why? Because I have had a copy of the Desiderata for many years. I can not recall where or when it came in to my awareness, but, it is framed and sitting on one of my dressertops. Reading it brings me great comfort, a gentle reminder to “be nice”, keep it simple. I have given it as a gift before, presented in a pretty frame. Such a simple yet powerful, thought-provoking piece. So much said in so few words.

I look forward to reading the posts of the project. The posts I have read so far are introducing me to many of like-mindedness.  What an uplifting adventure awaits!

Tags: life lessons, personal development, Desiderata, Peace, life experience by Deborah
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 Even though this is a relatively new blog, when I began to write I thought that I would be sharing my experiences with changing my eating habits to include more and more living and raw foods, and my journey with addiction. These could broadly be interpreted as personal development. Alas, I feel compelled to  mention the forbidden, since learning about the below information.

I just finished reading a book by Glenn Greenwald, “How Would A Patriot Act? defending American Values from a President Run Amok”. I also watched the DVD by Aaron Russo, “AMERICA, freedom to facism“.

I believe that ALL Americans should be reading this book, watching this DVD,  and then the US Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

I believe that ALL Americans should research the beginning of the Federal Reserve Bank, the IRS and the deliberate illegal collection of income tax on private citizen’s labor. I believe the Federal Reserve Bank should be abolished, and we, the United States of America should return to a money backed by gold and silver standards, as we did until the establishment of the Fed by private bankers. They have bankrupted this country with fiat money and stolen all of our gold. Services have always been traded, value for value, thus the reason why coins began to appear which maintained an intrinsic value. Trading for a service became more diverse because you could trade with coins rather than another service. To move to a system of printed paper money that is backed by nothing but DEBT, creates indenturement. We, the people, have become slaves to debt, from the moment of our birth, we are paying the interest on the money printed by the Federal Reserve and charged to the US of A. Our Founding Fathers cautioned of a central banking system. Have we not been paying attention? or are we so caught up in consumer madness that we actually buy into the idea of the convenience of a moneyless system? never carry cash, have everything you purchase recorded in a paperless system that can delete you with the push of a button. I do not care how boring or mundane your life might be that you do not care if someone is silently collecting data about your consumer habits, we live in a country that prides itself on individual Freedom. It is No ones business what I purchase, where, or when. As a law abiding citizen, I have the right to live my life in Peace, to own land and make a living. The Law of the Land protects me from my government spying on me, or arresting me, without just cause. And even then, I deserve a phone call. (excuse me, I think Bush took that away in the name of freedom!)

I would venture to say that the majority of Americans do not know that the Federal Reserve is NOT part of our government, but, a private, powerful entity who has been taking us to the cleaners, so to speak!

I believe that ALL Americans should study the importance of VOTING, register to vote in your local elections and vote for anyone that is NOT owned by a lobbyist. There should be NO campaign contributions.  We, the people, have the power of the Vote. At this point in time, that is about all we have! And the powers to be are betting that we will Not use that power and vote them all out of office!

There is little difference between the Democrats or Republicans. They are for themselves and care little for the common, working man. There are 2 exceptions that I know of running for the Presidency next year, Rep. RON PAUL and Dem. DENNIS KUCINICH. Together, they would make a fantastic team. With a joint vision of a Department of Peace, the abolishment of the Federal Reserve and return of the US to a money system backed by gold and silver standards, the elimination of the IRS and illegal income tax on labor; we may be able to bring this country back to the great nation it once was. I will be registering as a Republican for the first time in my voting history, and casting my vote for Ron Paul in the Primary.

Can we visualize a world of Peace? Can we make the committment to cause no harm, to anyone or anything? That sure would solve alot! think about it…

Tags: government, U S Constitution, Ron Paul, patriotism, voting, Love, acceptance, Peace by Deborah
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I was browsing a particular mail order catalog for the first time today. I enjoy seeing what other artistic folks are creating and came across an item for sale that touched me. I thought, gee, if everyone decided to adopt this Alphabet for Life, what a wonderful world it would be!

Accept differences. Be kind. Count your blessings. Dream. Express thanks. Forgive. Give freely. Harm no one. Imagine more. Jettison anger. Keep confidences. Love truly. Master something. Nurture hope. Open your mind. Pack lightly. Quell rumors. Reciprocate. Seek wisdom. Touch hearts. Understand. Value truth. Win graciously. Xeriscape. Yearn for peace. Zealously support a worthy cause.

It certainly is worth the effort!

  It can be found for purchase at www.acaciacatalog.com.  Or print it on a piece of paper and carry it around with you. It can fit on an index card, propped up on your nightstand, so you can look at it before turning out the light.

fyi, I am not an affiliate of acacia, although I did think about it. 

Tags: Light, forgiveness, acceptance, Law of Attraction, Hope, Peace, Love, life experience by Deborah
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I have known of the addictive qualities of television since the 70’s. When my first daughter was born, I kept the tv in the closet. It came out occasionally only to find that it often had a challanging time finding it’s way back into the closet. When I moved with her to the ocean, we had no tv for quite a while, there was none when her sister arrived in 1981. And I do not believe that we missed it. We had other things to do to keep us busy, and entertained. The ocean and nature’s sandbox were 3 blocks away. Even the backyard was full of life because of my sprouting business. There were always earthworms moving in and out of the soil, enriching as they went. Tray upon tray of buckwheat lettuce and sunflower greens lined the side of the fence along with wheatgrass. The composting trench along the back fence rewarded us with rich dark soil to grow the trays of greens. Life was simple. We lived close to the earth. Enjoying the sunshine and the rain.

I will no doubt miss the television. Having them pick up the box and the simple gesture of unplugging the thing brought peace. I know that if I absolutely need to find out what happens on the next season of Lost, I can go to abc.com and watch the episode right after it views on tv.

 I remember reading a book by Jerry Mander in 1978, Four Arguments for the Elimination of TV. It was printed in Mother Earth News magazine in a series.  His arguments are valid today & exhibited throughout this man made world we exist in.

I understand how life is different today compared to my youth. We lived in one of the first suburbs of our small hometown. Our days were spent outdoors as much as possible, having our own experiences, creating our own memories.  Today’s youth have been brought up with the same imaginary friends, all growing up living vicariously thru the television. They do things and they have no idea why, they hold beliefs that they never made a choice in. Living en masse doing the same things as their friends.

 I loved Mother Earth News magazine. It helped me stay connected to the earth when I was living in the apt. on Main St. It gave me a clue to my future business ventures as Living Greens.

Since returning to my hometown, I have been riding a bicycle for transportation. I have gotten to know the neighborhoods by riding through them, seeing all the flowers and the vegetable gardens. This is very much small town. You have to look for the pretty stuff because there is alot of decay. But, people still sit on their porch and have a conversation. They say hello as you ride by. I like the feel of that.

This is the best I have felt living in my hometown. Maybe it has to do with accepting. I am choosing to look for the good in everything and accepting those things I can not change.  The courage to change the things I can… goodbye cable. hello freedom.

Tags: sprouting, acceptance, living foods, addiction, Peace, life experience by Deborah
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I believe that we are being presented with  one of the most important of events this coming Tuesday, July 17th. On that morning, at 7:11 AM EST, I will be sitting in meditation directing the Love that I feel when I am doing what I love while on the planet, to the planet. Thanking her for providing me the opportunities to share what I came to share and rejoicing that fellow Lightworkers are doing the same. My heart tells me that Shelley Yates has a sincere message for all that truly want World Peace. Will you be joining? If you have not heard yet, go to www.firethegrid.org and consume the entire site. Then watch her videos on www.youtube.com. Just search for Shelley, open your heart, and listen Make a committment to be part of the change we all say we want.

Tags: Love, Peace by Deborah
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I can not resist the opportunity to express how ironic the celebration of this day is in our fine United States of America! Today, it is politically incorrect to talk politics. In fact, discussion of most any topic is a challenge. Most folks hold to an ideology that they have no idea how they adopted. I believe that many have forgotten the ability to think for themselves. They have long ago been sucked in to the media ‘truth’ and actually believe what they are told, never questioning. Perhaps the crossbreeding of man with cow has been successful, at least in this country, and the masses have become as docile as those poor animals that live in confinement all of their lives. They drink in the complacency of fluoride and continue to trust that our government is taking care of us. I would venture to guess that they are not even using the 10% of the brain that is claimed that we use!

I believe that the Light is growing & Love will win over Ego.  Onward Peacemakers!

Tags: Peace by Deborah
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