Mrs. Claus and the elves are restless whispering and sharing some more bad news – Santa’s gone to the White House with the out of money blues

The “White House Mavericks,” Paulson, Pelosi, Dodd and Reid are hiding behind closed doors – playing dirty monopoly not attending to chores

Dennis Miller has written a new speech for Biden – so now dear Joe is jumping with joy he’s a free man – no more “hidin”

What to our wondering eyes should appear Mr. and Mrs.Obama are partying on Christmas Eve, it’s a thank you bash for Bill Ayers, I believe

Barack’s playing Santa spreading wealth, taxes and hope – each “little Acorn” gets an extra bonus for “getting out the vote.”

It’s said that Barack has a special gift for Rezko whose under the weather – it’s a get out of jail card, he’s sure to feel better. 

The lady Michelle is singing a new tune written by Obama’s chief strategist David Axelrod - “I’m Finally Proud of America” not a song to applaud

CNN and other Liberal News Buddies have enjoyed controlling Americans with crap they create – they orchestrated and wrote the 2008 raunchy debates

George and Laura are most happy to be packing for they’re tired of the trashing –Liberal News Media devoured them with all the‘Bush Bashing”

Well Americans it’s been a tough year and we’ve been abused and misused by the government “elite” - but Americans are good, they’re resilient and they’ll land on their feet

As this year draws to a close remember to use your voice don’t let anyone corrupt our USA – for God is alive and well regardless of what other may say!

Each man must for himself alone decide what is right and what is wrong, which course is patriotic and which isn't.  You cannot shirk this and be a man.  To decide against your conviction is to be an unqualified and excusable traitor, both to yourself and to your country, let men label you as they may.  ~Mark Twain

Of all the supervised conditions for life offered man, those under USA's constitution have proved the best.  Wherefore, be sure when you start modifying, corrupting or abrogating it.  ~Martin H. Fischer “May God Bless America – Each and Everyone.”

As Always, Annie                                                                                       http://www.yourannie.com

These money transfusions and exploratory surgery that Paulson, Pelosi, Dodd, Reid and buddies are performing will result in a depression, if someone doesn’t get a handle on our government. Americans have to speak up it’s our country, families and future that we we’re fighting for at this time. What will our children and their children do if we don’t fix this mess?

What if we charged Uncle Sam a very high interest fee on our money that is being so freely passed out to those who were mismanaging their business? In other words, we don’t have to ask permission just do it, that’s what Paulson and cohorts do… 

We get a wake up call that Bear Stearns is in deep doo doo and needs to borrow a few bucks from us – believe the rounded out amount totaled 29 billion and change. Don’t remember being told when this money will be paid back, at what interest rate and when taxpayers can expect a check?

One day we wake up and we’re told that Fannie & Freddie have a severe case of fraudulent spending and are in debt up to their armpits. The next thing we know Americans are bailing out these “pet government” projects and we’re not happy campers, but starting to adjust to the idea that we’re not in control – our voice has been lost and guess what we’re going to work once again for Uncle Sam like it or not.  

Just when we thought it couldn’t get worse, it did. Those shysters in the White House are once again crying doom and gloom saying either kick in some more money and bailout AIG or else?????

So we did and then we did it again and don’t be surprised if AIG doesn’t bring their tin bucket begging for even more than their 85 billion.

By golly, don’t forget the Big 3 – they’ll be back hitch hiking or via bus, train or airplane, but no private jets. Why have the Big 3 been singled out and like Palin made fun of and ridiculed – AIG and the other lending institutions aren’t exactly the “Better than thou” model of honest business practices. Just who is it playing “God” in the White House deciding who will and who won’t receive a money transfusion?

Many banks are standing in line behind Citi Bank and of course non-financial institutions will follow shortly thereafter… So maybe we the people of the United States of America could have our voice heard or at least our presence felt if we had our employers divert our money paid for taxes back into our pockets. 

At least this would be one way to insure that the money we’re loaning comes back to the “lender.” Americans need to join hands, unite and stop our run away government! “May God Bless Each and Everyone.”

Very seldom do I give my personal email out, but tonight seems like the time to ask my readers to contact me with their thoughts and ideas. anniewood1@netzero.net

As Always, Annie

To top it all off, Mr. Obama is flaunting his economic stimulus plan, which is one more reason he should not be leading our country. If anyone wants to research Mr. Obama’s misuse of our money, just check out his Senate record, the many government grants and piggy requests that have his name written all over them via his radical friends. 

One other example of poor leadership is his choice of the lady chosen for Homeland Security – hey, I live in Arizona and can personally state that although she’s a nice lady, she has about as much business in this position as “Miss Piggy.” Americans need someone who is qualified to protect our backside – she’ll be in charge of border patrol, Federal Emergency management, Secret Service and doesn’t have a track record worth two cents when it comes to our security. 

That’s what I keep trying to talk with Americans about – leadership qualifications aren’t based on who’s the nicest, the most eloquent speaker or color of skin.   

·        Why are we bailing anyone out – many Americans have already lost their savings, jobs and homes and no one is helping them?

·        Why are we helping some lending institutions and not others?

·        Will the taxpayers get the bail out money back and if so at what interest rate and where will that money go when it’s repaid – I bet we’ll never see it!

·        Why do we give institutions like AIG and Citibank one injection of money after another – what are they doing with our money?

·        Does anyone really know how to jumpstart our economy or is the bail out money just a band aid and not a permanent solution?

·        When will the government stop this exploratory surgery that’s inevitably going to devaluate our money?

·        Why didn’t the government pull in a team of the top economists to assist Americans during this economic recession?

·        Who is tracking our money that these institutions have received – how are they using our money?

·        When will the government stop with their injections and start correcting our immediate problems?  Such as making those responsible for our economic mess responsible. We need to set up a separate holding facility for those who have blatantly destroyed the American Dream.

Needless to say our list of questions would fill a book and no one seems to have an answer! Question for all Americans – can we fire these people in the White House and replace them with some good old American Boys and Girls who believe in their country, families and honest government?

What’s wrong with repealing the earmarks that were hidden in the first bail out bill?  

These earmarks only accentuate the reason Americans have lost their trust in their government. 

Reluctantly we agreed to go forward with the bail out package, but no one told us it would be stuffed full of earmarks. Pelosi, Frank, Dodd and Reid wonder why we don’t trust them or their gang. This is blatant misuse of tax payer’s dollars – surely someone will do more than smack a few hands.

When will it all end? Today Citibank receives another 20 billion dollar transfusion. What makes us think that they won’t be back holding their teacup out for more? 

What gives the Washington Elite the right to spend our money without supervision – both Republicans and Democrats have displayed their inability to make wise decisions and act in a responsible adult manner. 

I don’t know the answers to our economic problem, but neither does our government. When in doubt it is best to “Stop” “Look” and “Listen” – I think you’ll all agree that flying by the seat of our pants isn’t working. 

We need unbiased economists and legal counsel to create a sound recovery plan that gives us in detail the necessary steps that should be implemented to rebuild our weak economy. Nope, I don’t trust Uncle Sam as far as I can throw him and you can take that to the bank! “May God Bless America.”   Stop in an visit @ http://www.yourannie.com

Stop in @ http://www.yourannie.com

As Always, Annie

Just asking this question, because since I know there’s over 40 % of our American population that doesn’t pay taxes, it remains a mystery to me just who the 95% is that President Obama keeps talking about that’s going to get this awesome tax break he’s promised in all of his campaign speeches.  What about this fabulous economic stimulus plan Mr. Obama keeps talking about?  Where is the money coming from and what about his promises to punish those who misused our money?  It's your move Mr. Obama, start by lowering taxes for the Corporate World, ruthlessly downsize the government, get rid of the earmarks and get some controls on these Government Grants that you and friends keep using for your community projects.

The government (Republicans and Democrats) just keep donating our good money to the bad guys – we can’t buy our way out of the mess we’re in…   We need to stop the bleeding now before it’s too late – think about your children and their children; it is criminal to allow our government to abuse us in this manner. 

Our first donation wasn’t spent for homeowners – nope it was spent on failed lending institutions to help them pay their delinquent bills and do a little investing. 

Now the next thing we’d better brace for is the Obama Economic Recovery package – he’s already softening us up for a blow of our lifetime by saying he’s just not sure how much it may cost us. Why should this be costing us anything??????

This, along with several other critical issues are just the beginning of red flags, Americans.   What Mr. Obama lacks in leadership ability and foreign affairs is already starting to raise it’s ugly head and he hasn’t even gone through the inauguration ceremonies. 

Ladies and gentlemen, you’ve just been conned by a con-man. Stupid, President Obama isn’t – many Americans have just been sucked into the vicious world of socialism. Right in front of our eyes, we’re about to see our government, which is already oversized growing and growing. 

Your new leaders told you that their new economic recovery plan will take care of our recession; if you’re in the 18 to 25 year old group you may fall for that malarkey. 

Many of us who are parents and grandparents know exactly what will happen – we’ll have to work harder, many work extra hours or get second jobs and ruthlessly cut our family budget. We, the people, will be the ones to pay for and back this economic recovery plan.

Sounds like lots of you want the “rich” people as President Obama says to get the tax gouge – now that in its self is a little more than interesting. The middleclass and poor will be the last ones on the “totem pole” and you got it – we’ll be paying for the tax increase that the “pres” has in store for investors and the businesses.

Here’s exactly what will happen and our new “pres” knows how it works, but remember he’s into Socialism and he’s spreading the wealth! In fact he’s about to spread the wealth while increasing the size of our government – we’re not supposed to be working for the government!

Example: Once the “pres” get this tax increase in place consumers will be the ones taking the beating, especially the middle class. So someone out there better speak up for Americans, because the Democrats are leading us to the slaughter of our lifetime – bail out needs to stop, like yesterday, our money is not in safe hands in case you haven’t noticed. 

700 billion bail out just jumped to 2.8 trillion and I believe Americans will be responsible for 7 trillion plus if someone doesn’t stop this runaway government. Bottom line is “they” meaning our government representatives don’t know what to do so as a last resort, they decide to chase their tails by spending more of our money. 

It appears the middleclass are getting all excited thinking they’re one of the 95% getting a tax break. The class right under the middleclass are ecstatic too, but they’re about to be gouged one more time, hope they don’t spend their 1,000 or 1200 dollar tax credit, because it’s done been gobbled up way before it reaches their back door.

Just remember if it sounds too good to be true – then it probably isn’t true. Welcome to the new world of “socialism.”  

Americans shut their ears when they heard about the 800,000 dollar donation from President Elect Obama to Acorn to buy him some votes. It’s true and the rest of the story is true also. The “Pres” and friends as we speak are out buying votes in Georgia with his sophisticated questionable “get out the vote machine.”

I say – no more bail outs, ruthlessly downsize the government, get some honest knowledgeable people who places country first, create jobs, disallow all of the earmarks sneaked thru in the first part of our bail out money and get a qualified leader to help us through this mess. A man with no past, no track record and no real employment history isn’t exactly what I call qualified. 

You’re right, I am more than a little mad that the liberal news media, illegal campaign contributions and an obscene amount of money elected our new President. Unlike what Barack and Michelle Obama have insinuated, this election wasn’t about race, color, creed or any of the above…

A man that could walk away from such devious campaign tactics smiling isn’t a leader but a control Geek who’s totally out of control. Any man with such a messianic sense of self and his intense desire to degrade all who voice a different opinion can’t qualify for a world leader in anyone’s book. 

Here’s a newsflash for Americans, God is still alive and well and no, Mr. Obama isn’t the anointed one because he’s anti white, anti business and anti freedom of speech and his anti list just keeps growing and growing. 

America needed a man or women with a good track record, expertise in foreign affairs and someone who could lead our country in the right direction during this economic fiasco that our dear Democrats ignited during their incompetent reign.  

Hey, American this isn’t a game, a college debate or fashion show – “May God Bless Each and Everyone of You” who have lost your jobs, homes and hope. 

This is just the tip of the “iceberg” – many more of us will follow you shortly if Americans don’t regain their voice and restore our Nation to its once strong foundation. 

“May God Bless America.”   See you @ http://www.yourannie.com

As Always Annie

It has been brought to our attention that you have spent half of the “bail out’ money.   Please quit holding your hand out – we’re tired of bailing you out. It’s time to put your best foot forward, if you have a best foot and give us an actual accounting of the 350 billion dollars you’ve spent thus far.

There’s plenty of reason to believe it wasn’t used for the homeowners or the middle class. It seems to me, you’ve once again put Americans at risk!

Dodd, Pelosi, Reed and  Paulson, you are employed by us (American people) and it appears that we need to place you on a 30 day plan or possibly can you. 

Paulson, you’ve got your nerve playing around with our money!   It’s time to step down from your cushy position as Treasury Secretary and let some one who is honest, qualified and places their country first take the reins.

You’re a disaster that’s already happened and we need to investigate your various money activities before you go. 

Pelosi you’re so far left of center that you probably suffer from migranes and amnesia. To have you in charge of our government and money is more than a little bit scary.  

Every time you open your mouth, I cover my ears, because what you say and do are entirely different.   Maybe you’ve worn out your welcome at the White House and it’s quite possible you should look for a new employer!

And dear Mr. Dodd, you are definitely joined at the hip with Freddie and Fannie – actually you and Mr. Obama have that claim to fame.

Overnight, you created two alien funds, which are actually pretty bogas, (1) the Housing Trust Fund, and (2) the Capital Magnet Fund. Tell us Mr. Dodd, who is the recipient of these two funds? Is it Mr. Obama and his community organizers?

Hate to bring it up Paulson, Pelosi, Dodd and Reid, but this AIG resurrection is a farse too – that will backfire on the taxpayers. 

Let’s see, correct me if I’m wrong, but I believe AIG received an 85 billion installments from us in September and than another installment for 37.8 billion the first part of October.    

So outside of the AIG’s freeze of 600 million dollars to their executives, how have they used the remainder of our monies?  We can’t hear you!

Didn’t AIG take their team to a special hideaway in Arizona spending over 343,000 of our bail out money to conduct a seminar for their financial planners? Hey get a grip, pitch a tent, rent a room at Pizza Hut, but quit spending tax payer’s dollars for their personal Tea Parties! 

Within months, they’ll be knocking at our door, looking for more free handouts; hopefully you’ll tell AIG we want our money back ASAP.   Why would anyone think they’re capable of restructuring and becoming a reputable institution again? Have you called for an audit, or a new business plan or an insight into their daily business affairs?

Did you have any binding agreement with the institutions that you’ve loaned our money to – did you insist on a new feasible business plan? What rate of interest are they paying us? 

What happens in case of default? In other words, was all this 650 billion handed out as gifts or is each recipient paying us back in the near future?

To all of those companies who have lined up at the White House asking for a fuel injection - get rid of their jets and other amenities, cut out the ridiculous corporate salaries and perks, restructure your  business, quit paying your ridiculous corporate salaries  and get a life, we’re tired of being the guinea pigs. 

Yesterday, our government representatives were fighting over saving the Big 3 – what’s there to think about… They have mismanaged their money for years, in need of a critical restructuring and they have the guts to fly to Washington in their own little personal jets for a pow-wow. 

Here’s what I think – let those who have mismanaged their businesses hitchhike, ride the bus or walk from now on. When they stick their grubby hands out for more, just say “no.” 

Pelosi, Paulson, Dodd and Reid, if by chance you remain in the White House after this scandal is over, remember America is getting its voice back and we’re watching every move you make.  You’ve had your chance and you blew it! 

America can’t restore its once strong foundation or recover from this economic crisis with the likes of you messing around in our government. 

“May God Bless Each and Everyone.”

See you @ http://www.yourannie.com

As Always, Annie

Rights - Roles - Responsibilities

Several weeks ago I attended my grandson’s high school football game. Excitement filled the air as parents, grandparents and friends found their seats in the bleachers.  If the football team can pull another win out of the hat, they will be in the playoffs (the first time in six years.)

Suddenly I realized the hush that fell over the crown wasn’t about the game, but about a 21 year old man who stood on the field with hat in hand covering his heart.  Three years ago, this young man was a track star in our high school and now a veteran with a prosthetic leg.

He is the epitome of one who assumed his rights, roles and responsibilities to keep us safe and to help the less fortunate.  The bleachers were packed and heads were bowed in prayer as the announcer spoke about this young hero.

All at once hundreds of men and women on motorcycles circled the field carrying our “Red, White and Blue” flag in honor of this man and their country.  Tears flowed as we sang the National Anthem – in my heart, I knew that America still stands as “One Nation Under God.”  One young veteran and thousands of strangers were connected by a chain of love.

For those who met him for a few brief moments, he will always be their hero! What an act to follow!  Like this young man, parents are heroes too and they will remove the pain from their children’s lives and restore our Nation that is tottering on a weak foundation.

Parenthood is a “God” given gift and no one has the right or authority to tamper with our parents – they are the pulse of America.  Remember your childhood, when your imagination and dreams would sweep you off to fantasyland – you were the hero or heroine that saved the day.

A dolly would become a beautiful princess in the blink of an eye or and old broom handle was transformed into a prancing black stallion blowing smoke or whatever out of his nostrils.  You were the knight in shinning armor, who saved the maiden in distress or the nurse that healed the sick and doctored the neighborhood stray.

Yep, those were the good old days, when you believed in yourselves and you experienced a distinct warm fuzzy feeling of human worth.  The good news is this – there’s still a little hero or heroin hid away in your heart and soul, just waiting to be called to action.

Maybe you haven’t heard the call yet, but look around and listen to your children. They’re yelling and stomping their feet trying to get your attention.  Our children are suffering from a pain that is very complex;  it’s illusive, difficult to treat and many times misdiagnosed.

They are experiencing an emptiness and a gnawing discomfort which is affecting their minds and bodies.  Treatment is superficial, somewhat like a band aide, unless the real problem is identified.

New child psychology, the women’s movement and non parental caregivers (not in any particular order) are three concerns that have spawned excessive psychological and physical damage to our children.

These are the stimuli that have created a portion of this complex pain, but they’re not the cause.  With careful examination, you’ll find this complex pain comes from a slow erosion of human values and worth that is causing our country to stumble.

Everyone, not just parents and children have been blindsided!  Our leaders suffered too as the new era slowly and relentlessly replaced “morality and spirituality with immorality, self and materialism.

Our government attempted to stay in the middle of the road in a ridiculous effort trying to retain their popularity and position in office.  Confusion set in as our they tried to please everyone by being “politically correct,” which was the beginning and the end for most politicians who believed in morals, human worth and values.

It seems like everything converged on us at one time.  Overnight we started making adjustments due to modern child psychology, the women’s movement and pressure from the baby boomers.

Just when we were scrambling to keep up with the rapid changes - stage left in tramped the special small interest groups (the meddlers) who always wait to make their moves until we are totally distracted.

Yes, parents were agitated, angry and confused, but the trickle down affect of this era placed parents in a compromising position.   The ones behind these movements were strategists and their first order of business was to take the air out of parents and remove parental control.

What better way to bring our Nation to its knees than through our parents and their children!  Even if some of our leaders believed in “One Nation Under God,” they were afraid to discuss and retrieve this fundamental right.

Parents, grandparents and concerned citizens are the ones who will have to take time out and restore our country morally and spiritually, but first they must take back their rights, roles and responsibilities. Help John McCain restore our Nation!

Parents will be the ones who leave a legacy for our children that has real value and human worth.  The past is behind us and we can’t keep dwelling on the past – we must stride forward into the future with the resolve to put discipline and prayer back into our schools and resume parental roles. 

Working together one family at a time to put our Nation back on track as one “Nation Under God With Liberty and Justice for All.”  Oh yes, it will take effort on our part but what a great feeling it will be to leave our children a truly awesome legacy.

As John F. Kennedy said, “And so my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you.  Ask what you can do for your country.” For those who believe in “God:” he’s still alive and well!   How do I know this, I watched as the Republican Convention closed their ceremony with prayer.

Yow, there were a few low blows about the Church card being pulled out and used, but the good thing is regardless of the off the wall responses - prayer did get the attention of the special interest groups.  You know, they are most welcome to join us as we put our tottering Nation back on a strong foundation. 

As Always Annie

Daniel Mudd (CEO Fannie Mae) gives a brief farewell speech to those left behind. He is quietly throwing in his hat, removing his crown and stepping down from Fannie Mae, a most corrupt mortgage machine.

Let’s say Daniel got away while the getting is good – but there are some who have a few questions for him before he disappears in the dark shadows of wealth. Sweep – Sweep – Sweep!

A large number of our Congress has stood at Fannie and Freddie’s backdoor asking for a handout; they have received millions of dollars from the big hearted Fannie and Freddie. Wouldn’t you know it; Christopher Dodd and Obama were the top two recipients?  Sweep – Sweep – Sweep, you’re doing great!

It’s important to remember that “little Freddie and big Fannie” are a Democratic creation started during Bill Clinton’s reign. They were sculptured and molded by Democrats with the intention of making mortgages available to more people (especially those with bad credit and those unable to get a loan.) Need a sledge hammer and crow bar for this – a broom doesn’t suffice!

Chief executive Richard Syron (Chief executive officer) was warned way back in 2004 that there were too many questionable loans and Freddie’s health was at risk. Richard continued receiving warnings about the shady mortgages and continued loaning our money to those with bad credit.  Sweep – Sweep – Sweep!  

As mentioned earlier, Mr. Obama was one of the first to plop down at Freddie and Fannie’s doorstep. Isn’t it ironic that Chris Dodd and Barack Obama were the two people receiving the most money from these 2 banks? Getting tired of sweeping; get used to it our dear Mr. Obama hasn’t been inaugurated yet.  

FEC (Federal Election Committee) just gave us the finger and a big yawn stating that they aren’t about to do a thorough investigation on Obama’s campaign funds.  We’ll never know how many Mr. Doodads, Mr. Goodwills or foreigners graciously contributed to the Obama funds! Think you’d better grab a vacuum on this one – too much crap laying around to sweep!

Fast forward to November 18^th and you will see what’s happening to our 700 billion dollars that reluctantly loaned to the government. Paulson (Treasury Secretary) took it upon himself, along with Pelosi, Dodd, Reid and Obama to use 350 billion dollars to stabilize the financial constitutions. So far the middleclass and mortgage holders have been totally left out of the mix. 

One last little bit of information for your ears only… Those of us not connected with any particular news media have tried in vain to get Americans interested in Obama’s past, his employment record, his community charities or how the grant money from our government was used. Nothing to sweep it’s all been lost or relegated to an ancient history shelf.

So Obama has gotten out of his many messes looking “Lillie White.” FEC doesn’t want to ruffle the water so they’re quietly walking away from his campaign problems. 

The Freddie and Fannie mess is another thing that he just quietly ignores. Change should be his middle name (Barack Change Obama.) There have been so many changes during his campaign against Hillary and John that none of us have a clue what he’s about to do or say next. Happy sweeping, I hear it doesn’t pay overtime, let alone minimum wage.

Many of you don’t believe in vetting or having our new President submit a resume – that appears to be a given. But answer this one question, if in fact vetting and resumes are unimportant, why does Obama’s employee applications insist on knowing everything about you, including your toothpaste and undies? 

Just take “ye ole mouse” and click on this site – after reading this, you decide if a resume and vetting process are important. 

http://graphics8.nytimes.com/packages/pdf/national/13apply_questionnaire.pdf

“May God Bless America.”   See you at http://www.yourannie.com

As Always, Annie

In other editorials, you’ve heard me mention freezing our bailout money. Bringing in a team of high powered economists who would initiate a stimulus plan that would do more than a little jump start here and there…

 I mentioned repeatedly that Paulson, Pelosi, Dodd and Reid are not qualified to take control of our money or make wise decisions. Here is the proof of that statement!

Paulson (Treasury Secretary) has egg on his face once again. Our bail out money, now referred to as TARP was not used for the original purpose to buy out toxic assets. Paulsen said the money wasn’t earmarked for stimulating the economy, but for stabilizing the financial system.

That’s a hard pill to swallow, because nothing has been mentioned about oversight, government transparency or regulations. Americans must know the lending insititutions receiving our money, what rate of interest they are being charged and what occurs in the event of default.

Paulsen says he’s working on programs to assist homeowners by avoiding more foreclosures. It appears that once again Democrats played “Poker” behind our backs and the middleclass will be the ones to take the hit. 

There is still some TARP money in the kitty – contact your federal representatives and request a freeze on our money until a team of qualified economists are hired.

When everything is over but the shouting – the Democrats will point 10 fingers at the Republicans and blame them for misusing the “bail out” money. 

Here’s two sites to check out if you have any doubts about misuse of your money. Homeowners and the middleclass are last on the list to receive help.

Money News. Paulson: Must Preserve Bail Out Funds or

Money News. Paulson, Bernanke Defend 700 Billion Bail Out Plan

We’re always the last to know and the first to get hit – “May God Bless America.”

As Always, Annie

http://www.yourannie.com

But, the sad fact is our young people will be the ones who clean up our mess, if we don’t step forward and help.  Take a walk with me back to the time that our government was a respected authority – they were supportive and proud of their nation under, “God.”

Our leaders prayed together and didn’t hide in the closet fearing that public prayer would offend someone.  This was a time when morality and spirituality was the adhesive that kept our country strong. 

Child abuse, teen pregnancy and drugs were a rarity and marriage was a sacred institution. Divorce wasn’t condoned; in fact it wasn’t a viable alternative.

Mothers held a most honorable position in the family – they didn’t drink, curse or play around.  Children respected, loved and cherished their mothers, because they were great role models and the glue that held family units together.

Fathers were dependable, hardworking men, loyal to their employer and the shepherds who watched over their flock.  Yes, fathers were qualified to be the head of the household;  they were an accountable, honorable group of men, who accepted their role of husband and father with pride.

Fathers and mothers instilled human values in their children that would help them succeed as young mature adults.  Children had parameters along with love, mentoring and discipline;  they learned to respect themselves and others.   At this time parenthood was touted as the “in thing.”   So what happened to change parenthood so drastically?

First, the baby boomers arrived on the scene in the early 40’s – they were the groovers and movers who defied reality, morality and spirituality.   It was like letting a bunch of kittens make a sand box out of the flowerbed;  the boomers played around until all the sand and dirt was gone.

They were the dreamers, schemers and the ones who fantasized about life in general.   I was one of those boomers, so this isn’t here-say or conjecture about what was happening during that period of time.

We flew by the seat of our pants without short or long-term goals.  Our generation was somewhat like a fairytale without a happy ending.  We flatly refused to conform to the code of morals and ethics that had sustained our Nation for years;  we jumped on the express to nowhere and morals took a big hit and so did our kids.

This was about the time that some of our children started suffering from that complex pain mentioned in earlier chapters.  Along with the boomers, came the birth of a new child psychology, which advocated allowing children to be free (whatever that means.)

This new child philosophy changed parenthood and in my mind was the beginning or birth of “role reversal” between parent and child, which we’ll visit at a later time.  So for the next several generations the “good parent and good child syndrome” plodded along with a few raving reviews from the meddlers and peddlers.

The ironic thing about this era is this – Dr. Spock changed his mind years later and decided that parents were naturally equipped to mentor, discipline and raise their children without meddling fingers and all the sophisticated psychological intervention.   For some strange reason very few parents heard this message from Spock – it was “too little, too late.”

So within a few short years America had received a double whammy created by the boomers and some off the wall child psychology.  Yep, we let our children run free with few restrictions – this was the time when our old standby “No” became a forbidden household word.

Now we go to the third drastic change, which was the women’s movement. This movement wasn’t toddling anymore;  it was running at top speed in search of power, fame and that bloody fortune, we keep hearing about.

Many women were forfeiting their awesome profession of “motherhood” in exchange for a few piddly dollars.  Here we’re talking about a trade off that definitely should have been addressed in a different manner.

No doubt, women needed more education and men needed to share the wealth so to speak, but something was wrong with this movement because our children took the hit and to this day are still suffering from this movement.

Our Nation in their usual fashion supported and encouraged women on their power trek;  we knew in our hearts it was the right thing to do.  But, in many respects this was a poor judgment call because, our concentration was on women and their rights with total disregard to our children’s rights!

Our children were discarded and kicked out of the equation or at least placed way down the list of priorities.  I certainly don’t have all of the answers; I’m just telling the story the way I see it!  In 2008, our young girls are still being groomed for the professional work force and egged on by what I refer to as the “equality struggle of the genders.”

At this time, the US Department of Education estimates that approximately 57% of college enrollees are female.  It seems Motherhood has been devaluated and is considered a somewhat antiquated profession that needs to be relegated to the ancient history shelf.

Brainwashed and spit out again – Motherhood is a “God” given gift and is still and will always be the ultimate profession.  My bet is the children who are young adults now that experienced 18 years under the vigilance of non-parental caregivers and the meddlers, while mom was out making a few bucks would give their right arm if mothers would resume their position as Mother, friend and role model once again.

Due to the weakening moral codes created by the boomers, modern psychology and the women’s movement, our Nation reeks with child abuse, teen pregnancies, addictions, murder and high school dropouts.

Marriage isn’t exactly considered a sacred institution anymore – it resembles a withered piece of fruit on a spindly old tree that falls apart if a storm or hard wind hits it.

Many just pass on marriage and opt for shacking up together. “Shacking Up” eliminates the moral and spiritual pressures, but once again the children are the ones who suffer.  Shacking up is somewhat like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole – nothing about this relationship has a good fit and sooner or later time seems to take its toll and the children take the hit.

Divorce in 2008 is a household name, as common and casual as taking a walk in the park. Like the latest fashions – our attitude is “tired of the old clothes, just trade them in for some new.”  But,what about the children? 

After studying some divorce statistics in the US, it has been discovered that there are two common factors; (1) Infidelity, and (2) family stress account for approximately 50% of our divorces.

Several studies suggest that women are usually the ones to initiate divorce proceedings.  Why should that be a surprised, we’re the heavy weights at the Presidential Polls in 2008!   Another fairly new fad is single mothers (by choice); they select a sperm donor or choose a life of cohabitation and this is perceived to be the norm.

Not in by book, these groups of women have tossed morality out the window and as we speak are participating in a dangerous and lonely game.   Than again, I’m just an ole fashioned grandmother!   This lifestyle actually places many women in a state of limbo, swaying back and forth between mother hood and their profession, without a place to call home.

These women are trying to fit into a pair of parental shoes that will probably result in two things: (1) Non parental caregivers will raise their child, and (2) The child born in this unatural environment will have many challenges in their young adulthood.

Many mothers will some day have to take a long hard look at their precarious position in the family, because they do drink, curse and play around. Unfortunately, it’s the children who will have a lifetime of suffering, because these ladies couldn’t give up their promiscuous ways.

 Fathers will have to revisit their lifestyles and once again resume the honorable position as head of the household.   Fathers must fight for their “rights” and become strong role models for their children and assume the awesome responsibility of parenthood.

 Dads can’t sit back anymore and watch the rest of the crazy world go by – their children need them, now.   It’s sort of like Winston Churchill said many years ago, “You can always count on Americans to do the right thing – after they’ve tried everything else.”  It’s time to do the right thing for our children and our country.

It’s not about you, nor is it about me – it’s about our children. Let’s work together and leave our children a legacy to be proud of that will ring the bells of history and not be relegated to the ancient history shelf as a “flop.”

As Always, Annie

Pelosi used her normal scare tactics and toted the “piggy” right into the brawl. She is one dangerous cat to have in our White House and like Mr. Obama her choice of friends is detestable. Nancy has ramrodded this “bail out” bill through like a bulldozer in a china shop. America needs to know that she’s the problem, not the solution!

There are some honest government representatives who have been fighting for us! Americans need to have their voice heard and the first line of business should be freezing the remaining money from the “bail out.”

Once that is done, we should aggressively concentrate on removing Pelosi, Frank, Dodd and Reid from their nests in our White House.

Here’s what we do know about the “bail out” monies at this time. Over 2 trillion of our money has been handed out by Pelosi and gang. In order to get her bill passed, Pelosi blatantly allowed many millions in piggy projects to be slipped into the bill.  According to many economists and government representatives, we need to have experts (not Pelosi and gang) in charge of the “bail out” money.

The good news is this - many of our government representatives are ready and willing to place country first and help us work through the dilemma. Here are a few man and women who place country first and totally disagree with Nancy and friends. 

United States Senator – Jim Dement     Jim is available to represent us at this time and we certainly need a voice at the White House. 

BobGeiger.com: statements of Democrats opposing the “bail out.”

Check out Bloomberg.com: worldwide

If you think our government is honest, just go to this site and read an article about House Appropriations Committee Chairman, David Obey. Obey makes no bones about keeping the “bail out” negotiations away from the public sector; he’s not God and certainly does not have the right to make this decision. He fits the description of sneaky, irresponsible and a man with his own axe to grind. 

Below you will find a list of Democrats who aren’t happy with the “bail out” – take a few minutes time to email them. Ask them for assistance and support; we need to know where the money is going, why and who is doing the oversight and regulations. 

We deserve a daily report!  Americans, it’s time to get tough – don’t sink back in the confines of complacency and trust. This isn’t a good time to turn our heads or shrug our shoulders. 

Here are some Democrats who will support Americans and listen to our calls or emails. Go to: Complete Email Addresses for Senators, Congress and governors.

Ron Wyden (D-O), Jon Tester (D-MT), Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Tim Johnson (D-SD)

Don’t forget to email: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi     sf.nancy@mail.house.gov
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid    senator_reid@reid.senate.gov
President George W. Bush   comments@whitehouse.gov

We have unqualified people handling and hiding our money. Not one of us would agree with those ridiculous earmarks that were slipped into the “bail out” bill. It’s our money, our dime and we need to get everyone’s attention in the White House. 

Both Republicans and Democrats should hide their head in shame, because they’ve acted once again irresponsibly and selfishly placing our country at risk. This is more than a little leak in the dam and a band aid is not a fix or solution. We need accountability and transparency in our government at this time – they need to earn our respect and trust.

“May God Bless America.” 

See you @ http://www.yourannie.com

As Always, Annie

Traveling back in time to 1995, we hear Mr. Obama raving over his pastor Mr. Wright followed with a statement that’s rather hard to believe or stomach. Obama said Mr. Wright was a wonderful man and the best that the black church had to offer. 

Where does that leave all of the awesome black ministers who don’t damn America, don’t condone killing babies in the third trimester, nor do they condone socialism?

The next few years were blissfully quiet and nice for Mr. Obama and Mr. Wright – Obama listened and Wright preached.   During these years the teacher shaped the student leading him down the wrong trail, but never the less leading him. 

Mr. Obama’s defense for his pastor was rather feeble when saying he couldn’t disown his preacher friend anymore than he could disown his white grandmother, who raised him.   So what we have here is a racial slur in reverse comparing black to white or something like that…

In March 2008, Barack Obama was placed on the hot seat by the news media and Obama found it necessary to disown his mentor, counselor and pastor of 20 years; Obama  stated that he vehemently disagrees and condemns Reverend Wright’s statements about God _ _ _ _   America. 

This is a separation between two men that would appear to be final and America was proud of Obama for being so forthright, honest and sincere. But Wright didn’t go away and Mr. Obama was faced with a real dilemma. Trinity United Church was busy correcting their black value system online, hoping that would put their members back in good standing. 

Mr. Obama in his attorney two step said 20 years under the same roof with Reverend Wright was merely a coincidence.   In other words, he attended the Trinity United Church but didn’t pay any attention to the racial slurs of Reverend Wright or his message of hate about Americans.    Hard to believe that Reverend Wright and Mr. Obama were two strangers just meeting in the dark occasionally for a little chit chat.   

Americans were a little confused about the Obama/Wright association, but within a few weeks the Presidential superstar was off and running again minus Mr. Wright. So the hat “guilty by association” is one that Obama refused to own…

Obama pleaded his relationship with Reverend Wright as poor judgment on his part and vowed to change Churches ASAP. One must question a man who is preparing to lead our country about his character and reputation for he’s been known to have tea parties with terrorists and chit chats behind closed doors with foreign countries. A man who lacks good judgment probably isn’t what America needs as a leader.

Fast forward to November 2008, approximately eight months have passed since Obama disowned Reverend Wright and now Obama is thumbing his nose at America and considering using Wright to offer his swearing in invocation on January 20, 2009. Obama says this will begin the healing process of the racial differences in America.

Obama’s new Chief of Staff ( Rahm Emmanuel) offers a blunt message that the divorce between Wright/Obama has been called off and the two honey mooners are holding hands once again.

Rahm Emmanuel shoots us a newsflash stating this is “an indication of how President-elect Obama will rule our country.  Sounds like we need to listen to the Chief of Staff, “when in Rome do as the Romans do.”

Lets dissect this news, Obama disowned and denounced Reverend Wright in March 2008. David Axelrod served as the hatchet man for Obama; he told Wright to get lost until November 5^th, 2008. 

My guess is David Axelrod talked Wright into an 8 month paid leave of absence, if he would hide in a closet and keep his mouth shut until November 5^th 2009. Like the good little boy, he’s not, Wright took his jammies, lolly pop and stowed away as asked. 

As Always, Annie

Americans have met “the battle of the bulge” and it isn't any fun!  The “fat cats” in Washington just love to play monopoly with our tax dollars and we’re the ones who end up in jail without a free card.

Our government remains in the same robotic mode of same ole, same ole! We are shaking in our shoes and totally confused; should we remove what’s left of our savings and bury our money in the back yard or should we change our portfolio before Washington makes another blunder?

Don Young (R – from Alaska) voted “NO” on the bailout bill calling it a mere slippery slope to Socialism. Keep your eye on Don, he’s the kind of man we need leading our country. Here’s another Maverick who isn’t afraid to stand toe to toe with either party.

Chuck Norris reminded us that the House of Representatives and Senate don’t have a clue what’s in the 500 page bailout bill and mentions that Republicans and Democrats fell for the bull - - - -  of the bad boys and girls, Pelosi, Paulsen, Frank and Dodd. 

Let’s remember McCain and Obama gave the bill a big “Yes” as they merrily went on their way campaigning.  Neither one objected loudly or with any real sincerity! 

In order to get this bill passed by the majority, Pelosi and gang tossed more than their share of carrots into the bill. Here’s but a few of the earmarks that are snuggled deep within the confines of this bill: (1) $192 million in tax breaks for rum producers in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, $128 million in tax breaks for the manufacturers of car-racing tracks, $148 million in tax breaks for wool-producing companies.and these almighty carrots just keep growing. 

They just don’t get it – we want a government without their hands in the “Piggy Bank.” Government isn’t changing, even though they’ve jeopardize our country and our families! Pelosi remains the same stoic Speaker of the House and every time she dips in our till – she has someone else to blame. 

Now get this Nancy and Reid appointed an Oversight Panel to report to them, the panel will deliver a report January 20^th, 2009 after she’s spent all of our bail out money.  Technically, she’s covering her - - - so neither Republicans or Democrats can accuse her of negligence. 

Look at the free market and ask yourself why the taxpayers’ were voted responsible for the bailout Freddie and Fannie. Why are we the ones to pick up the slack for a government that has acted irresponsibly; no one seems to be held accountable at this time!?   It’s like letting a bunch of lions loose at a smorgasbord – they come with a ravenous appetite and just keep gorging and gorging.

Jay Leno as usual gives us a dose of truth embellished by his uncanny wit; when talking about the bail out, he said our economic crisis has now affected our children. Jay said,  “Like, when kids play monopoly, the dumbest kid can be the banker.” He expresses his concern about our predicament via a dash of humor. Jay Leno, New York Times, September 30, 2008, 12:08 pm. 

Here’s several sites that offer up to the minute news on the bailout discussing the repercussions and hardships placed on Americans. The first one is http://loudobbs.tv.cnn.com/   Lou Dobs, although from CNN speaks honestly about the lack of oversight by our government and Paulson (Treasury Secretary.)  

Lou doesn’t waste words, nor will he take up much of your time; he’s a bottom line man and irate that two trillion dollars of our bail out money has been disbursed without proper supervision or restrictions.

Another informative man is Brit Hume | Special Report - FOXNews.com – Brits has the highest rated political program on cable TV. Brit doesn’t pull any punches and brings up all sides of the story.

FOX is yet another that site keeps up to date and unlike many news media, FOX tries to present all of the facts.  The World Newser: November 2008 or try FOX.com.   

The latest rumors around town whisper that several trillion dollars of our money has disappeared without any real oversight or restrictions. Consequently some of the lending institutions are doing a little personal investing with our money and have plumb forgotten that we, the consumer are sitting here with legs crossed waiting for some credit lines to be freed up.

“May God Bless America.” If you’re mad – call or email your government representatives. Get your voice back, America; it’s your money and your dime so have your say!

As Always, Annie                 Catch me @ http://www.yourannie.com

Obama and Pelosi  have a couple of things in common – neither one likes to be questioned and their uncanny ability to "change" keeps a magician confused.   Pelosi is sitting like the “Queen Bee” doling out our bail out money and has the guts to say she just might need more, but Lord forbid if taxpayers want a few questions answered about our money.  Obama refuses to adhere to rules on campaign contributions and the scuttlebutt is FEC will tuck tail between their legs and slink away without finishing an audit. He refuses to divulge his past and threatens the media that want to discuss his ability to lead. 

Speaking of changing your mind, Pelosi has changed her mind a little on drilling, but that‘s just to appease the public. She’s hell bent on seeing that gas, oil and fuel will skyrocket in price, just check out the lady that’s backing trade and cap legislation – little Miss Nancy.   She and her greenhouse buddies, are by the way laughing all the way to the bank and will do their best to stop offshore drilling. 

Obama’s many changes must be close to making a record in the World Book Of Guinness, he’s changed his mind on drilling, tax breaks, tax increases, foreign policy, economic crises and most recently he’s announced that he will veto Bush laws on stem cells and anything else he can get his grubby hands on...   Mr. Obama and liberalist friends need to rethink the “stem Cell” subject, our brilliant scientists can and will find other ways to fight Alzheimer. Could this be the reason he’s unable to call a baby a baby in the third trimester of pregnancy?

Obama and Pelosi promise us the world – America is being brainwashed on the “Green” problem, but Obama is going to reach for his magician’s hat and use another 150 billion to create green jobs.   Next he wants billions of dollars to jump start the economy and the list keeps going and going.   The question keeps arising and no one answer us; where is all of this money coming from??? While Obama is making plans to get back into our pockets for more money– Nancy is busy in the White House playing Doctor.

Nancy Pelosi is patting “AIG” on the fanny and tossing them another big marshmallow and at the same time she’s getting ready to spend more “bail out” money to help Detroit. When does accountability come into practice? She hasn’t really informed us about “Freddie & Fannie,” but what we don’t know want hurt us Nancy, or will it?  

Maybe before – Obama and the triplets spend all of our money, we should be allowed to speak. No one informs Americans before the fact - it’s all a done deal better known as after the fact.  

The Democrats have about as much business playing around with our money as the Lobbyists and special interest groups – they’ve had their fun, misused our money, set up grants via Obama and friends that are draining our resources.   When over 300 economists in our United States tell Washington that the “Bail Out” is not the answer, we probably should be listening to them.

First things first, Mr. Obama – down size the government, cut out the earmarks, get control of the runaway lobbyists and special interest groups and make your Democrat friends accountable for their financial blunders. In other words, prosecute, put them behind bars and quit letting them control you. As Chuck Norris said, “Mr. Obama, you work for us now.”  

Anyway you look at it – Nancy and friends need to go; those who are truly not placing their country first needs to exit immediately. By the way, you did know Nancy is going to try to talk us into more “bail out” money in the near future and you, Mr. Obama want extra money from us to jumpstart the economy.  

Nancy wants more because her friends weren’t exactly held accountable during her reign as house speaker.   You want more money, because you don’t have a clue how to lead or protect our country at this time. 

In case, you haven’t heard she’s making a move to spend more or our “bail out” money and President Bush is finally stepping up to the bat – go Bush, talk with us, get qualified economists in there to help us out.  

Do something with this runaway Democratic train – I shudder to think what America is in for when Obama takes over as President!    Mr. Obama has exactly two solutions for handling his Presidency and I’m betting he’ll jump even further left when he gains control. 

There are two choices for him at this time; (1) Restore America’s faith in their government, or (2) Take a dive with your many liberal friends. You can’t have it both ways – maybe you should make one more change and consider the “Center of the Road,” Mr. Obama.  

Yep, I got on my soapbox today, because everything is falling in place just like many of us thought it would. Wright, Ayers and other Obama friends are crawling out of the cracks; Pelosi is going to spend all of the “Bail Out” money the wrong way. 

AIG isn’t going to recover, because those running AIG aren’t and haven’t been accountable.  Several months down the road, the news media will be talking of a pending depression, all because the Democrats are on a power trip!

Obama is getting off the hook once again on his citizenship status, his past record, his campaign funds and I believe our Mr. Wright might be delivering his swearing in invocation on January 20^th. Obama says this will be the beginning of healing the racial divide, whoa, I thought Obama was ashamed of his Reverend Wright and distancing himself from that kind of person filled with so much hate for America.

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As Always, Annie

How do Americans know which of your many changes is the final change that we’ll be able to live with, in the future?   Now ye ole friend Reverend Wright is surfacing and he like Michelle are finally acknowledging pride in our United States. Why do people like Wright and Michelle even bother hanging around if we’ve been such an embarrassment to them?   Michelle seems to have been living the good life in a 4.2 million dollar home and a fairly recent promotion – so what did we do to upset Michelle?

Mr. Obama, you’ve tried to give people the impression that this is a race thing and it’s not – it’s about character, reputation, track record, because it really doesn’t matter if you’re red, black, white or blue. America needs a man or woman who can bravely stand toe to toe with the Democrats and Republicans and restore our Nation to a strong foundation. 

What is the scoop with Reverend Wright – for years you frequented Trinity and listened to Reverend Wright. Then you started sidestepping the Wright issue; you said when the children were young it was impossible to attend Church regularly. 

Shortly after that you claimed to frequent Mr. Wright’s Church, stating that he was a dear friend.  When the news media put a little pressure on you and the burner got hot, you decided that Wright was no longer a friend and he was spewing horrible things from his mouth that you could not tolerate.

Now, headlines say Reverend Jeremiah Wright will be doing the honors at your inauguration and you have the guts to say this will start to mend the racial problems. Oops, me thinks race and foreign monies are what won you the position of President January 2009. If there is a racial problem, you’re the one to blame – not Americans. Haven’t you or your gang noticed recently that there are many, many great African Americans in our country? 

Race isn’t what Americans were questioning – it was your association with Reverend Wright (one black man) and with Ayers and other friends (mostly Caucasians.) So let’s get off the race kick, Mr. Obama – me thinks you doth protest too much.

Our problem with you is really about character and reputation – not being privy to either one; many Americans aren’t exactly comfortable with your leadership abilities! Here are but a few of our concerns at this time.

(1)    It’s a well known fact that approximately 40% of the US citizens don’t pay taxes at this time, so how in the world do you propose to give 95% a tax break, (2) Why did you pick Joe Biden as VP (he certainly has a tainted reputation and doesn’t appear to be the most honest person in the world, (3) Where do you expect to get all of these billions you’ve been talking about to jumpstart our economy – don’t tell me by taxing the corporate gang and business over 200,000 or is it 250,000, (4) What do you really know about foreign policy and how to protect our country? Tea parties aren’t an appropriate answer or response!

So you see, we’re more than a little bit tense about you leading our country, because during all of your campaign speeches you have changed your mind so many times in order to win the election – none of us know who you really are or what your plans are for our country, families and children.

As Always, Annie

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She’s Here to Stay

Folks, Sarah Palin is here to stay – you liberal boys and girls can’t keep a good lady down. She’s so real - it literally makes you break out in a cold sweat, doesn’t it? You’re running out of rocks and she’s like the little energizer bunny. She just keeps going and going!

Her country, kids and husband are her inspiration and her mentor is “God.” Unlike you, she doesn’t chase after false Gods like “materialism” and “self.” Her agenda is a wide open book – working to make life better for her fellow Americans and America.

Sarah’s not one of the Elite and has never yearned or dreamed of being an “insider.” She doesn’t have an axe to grind and feels that all Americans can find a common ground, if they are willing to work together for a common cause. 

She lives one day at a time hoping she won’t miss the next door as it is opened for her to enter. Life in Alaska is good for Sarah and she’s proud to be an Alaskan and citizen of the United States.  Alaskans, both Repulicans and Democrats love Sarah!

As governor of Alaska, she still sees the potential to work with the new President and she’ll be the first to reach across the table to offer a helping hand. Sarah is still pumped up about drilling on the vast shores of the Alaskan border and feels Alaska has the natural resources that will bolster our weakened Nation and open up jobs for thousands of Americans.

Sarah has been roughed up or rather beaten up by the Liberal news media and some of the notorious journalists that couldn’t endure the shock waves when Senator McCain announced her as his VP candidate. 

They’ve had their fun and elected our next President, but that doesn’t seem to bother Sarah; she said Americans had the right to vote as they saw fit and 2008 just wasn’t the right time for the two mavericks.

So to all of you who have made fun of her talk, walk, dress and family – what goes around eventually seems to come around, so be sure you’re there when your day arrives!

Thanks to Greta Van Susteren at Fox, America not only got one more glimpse of Sarah – they were invited into her home for some moose stew and a fireside chat. Greta, you’re just flat made of good stuff – As Always, Annie

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