This will be more important going foreword, because I am applying to go back to school.
Author: ermcool
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2007!
Definitely a big year. Burning Crusade was released that year, my Mom came out to Misawa, Japan, and I even made it home to see my family at New Years. So many other things happened that year too. I have an anthem for that time period:
From when YouTube was young, and intriguing. Not full of ads.
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Salmon Burgers and City Hall
Years ago, the VA recommended Salmon for me. Because of the fish oil. I began eating Salmon patties from Kroger, but the Kroger I go to quit selling them. I searched for years, and years. I finally found a Kroger that sells exactly the kind of Salmon patty I was looking for. I bought two packages. Plus, my Dad had buns, and I ordered more buns as well.
That was my salmon cooking, I used olive oil, and cooked them for about ten minutes, flipping them over after a few. They were delicious. I never thought I would find my salmon patties, but here we are. I am following up on the VAs advice all those years ago. Maybe I will start to feel healthier. I already do, actually.
That was for a late lunch. I eat irregularly, because I consider myself on a diet. I prefer to eat one big meal a day, and a couple smaller meals. This is to prevent snacking in between meals, which can make you fat. I have gained a lot of weight, but then again I am eating differently. Perhaps, I need to start getting some exercise as well.
Its been a while since I last worked. I hope dispatch has not forgotten me. I worry about that. One reason, I worry about it, is because I want to be able to go back to school. I want to finish my school so that I can help the city of Arlington.
I spent 13 years in the United States Navy. I did my service for America. Now, I want to do service for Arlington. Its where I have gone to school, its where I have lived for the most part of coming on a decade here soon. I really have always liked Arlington, it seems accessible, and it has a positive environment, if you want to work. There are a good number of parks, and recreational sites as well. Perhaps some of those need cleaning up.
Because of my interest in service, to the city of Arlington, I went by City Hall, and this is something I found. But first, before I can run for city council, I need to finish my degree, I believe. But nevertheless, I want to run for City Council and help my city to grow, and to become a little better organized. I want to represent Jesus anywhere that I go, as well.
I also found the library, and I got my library card from there. At first my library card was registered under a different name: Poppy. Hmm. I wonder what was up with that. Well, anyways the lady at the front desk issued me a new library card, and had me sign it with a sharpy. I hope that was ok.
I also discovered the Map Room at City Hall. I saw it on the right, as I entered from Abrams. At first I couldn’t find parking, so I parked at UTA. I had not been there in so long. My journey to City Hall helped direct me in the right path- to finish school.
Then, at City Hall I discovered that you can request your birth certificate. After that, you can take that, and begin getting your passport at the library. Its actually, directly behind City Hall.
After I visited with my Mom, for a while, I came back home. I determined to complete a project I had been meaning to finish. About a month ago, I ordered a chair from Walmart. I had an inclination to put it together today. It is a desk chair, and is it comfortable! I just followed the instructions and put the chair together, just like it said, the instructions were easy to follow. Now I am writing to you from my chair.
That is what the chair looks like. I felt a sense of accomplishment after finishing it, and seeing how it looks. It feels comfortable too, and when I brought it up stairs, I had to move stuff out of the way. Then, I brought my laptop upstairs as well. This made it so I am a little more complete now.
In conclusion, I got a lot done today, but it was stuff I put off. Now, I want to share a song I found on YouTube:
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A Routine Day
Today I visited my Mom. We watched Andy Griffith but part way through my Mom fell a sleep. The episode was when Gomer Pyle stole Barney’s girl. Gomer ends up almost marrying her, after some advice from Andy. Barney wanted to fight Gomer. It was to hilarious.
Because my Mom was a sleep, I left soon after the episode. I ended up while I was driving home, I had this idea to write. But I did not know whether to write about my most recent book I finished. Or if I wanted to write about Trump, and the political back and forth going on. Or, maybe I wanted to reflect on some of the songs I have been listening to me. So, I decided to just start writing and see where I go. Thats usually how I write anyways.
Before I began writing, I went and took out the trash, and the recycle. I did this so that I could write with a clear mind. It was a minor task that needed to be done, and I did it. So, now I can write.
The neighbors put up a Trump flag. Thats a good sign. I always respect like minded people. Its clear, they understand what is at stake with this current election. Right now, in the early voting Trump is up. Just before I left Mom’s house I got a call asking me to support Trump, but I already supported Trump this last week, and the week before. I will donate again right before the general election, on 5 November 2024.
The Storm is coming! This meme I found on Facebook. I included it. Its now October 30, 2024, and the Storm indeed is here! I really like this image, with Trump at the forefront, and the lions in the background. The lions represent MAGA, Trump’s supporters, the voters. Trump- well he represents himself. Trump represents the ideas of MAGA! Even in places as far away as Japan, and Africa, people support Trump.
We ended up not having an October surprise- because we had a July Surprise. Kamala Harris was selected as the Democratic Nominee for President- there was no primary, she was selected by President Biden. Endorsed by the Clintons and Obamas. This means Trump has had an uphill fight. Anyone who voted for Obama, will no doubt vote for Harris. Currently, the polls show Trump far ahead of Harris, but this is early voting. The Trump base is a little more mobilized, clearly. But the tiddle wave for Kamala Harris is coming, I suspect, on November 5. She will catchup, and I think it will be a close election with numerous recounts. But w3hat matters most is not who wins- what matters most, is who do we support? The one hosting the positive campaign to rebuild America- or the one labeling there opponent as “Hitler”, and deriding his supporters as “garbage”.
Today I talked with my Psychiatrist with the VA. She told me, she did not think I should come off my medicine, but she did say we could lower the dosage. well, I either want to be on my medicine or not on it. So, I will keep taking the medication for now.
I still enjoy listening to 90.9 KCBI. But I have started listening to other stations as well. I listen to a little bit of politics on AM, and then some music on 102.1 FM, which is actually iHeart radio. They play music from the 80s,90s, and today. They even played a Ted Cruz ad. I can support that. But I am sure they could play a Colvin Alredge ad as well.
I went and started writing my book. I am going to write a book about my time in Japan and 5th and 7th Fleets. I really think it will be a positive experience, as I delve over my memories, of my service, the fun I had, some of the computer games I played. The places I went, some of the people I met. I really am excited to write about it. I just need to make sure, and sit down, and write. Thats partly what inspired me to write, now. So I can get these thoughts out to. That is I feel, the purpose of my blog.
I saw Scott the last couple of days. My Dad and me have been trying to convince Scott to vote, and to vote for Trump. To vote Republican. But he is not very obliging in that regard. He claims he wants to stay out of politics. Also, Scott has been working a lot of hours.
I made coffee for the first time in forever. I have a little milk instead of creamer in it. My Dad is watching Netflix. Everything is going alright. I am using the milk in my coffee, so that my Dad’s milk does not go to waste. He bought a gallon of milk, so better use it.
I voted myself, on Friday. I actually got a sticker. I took a picture of it, but its not in my Google Photos. I voted for Trump Vance. Being that I am in Tarrant County, a triple checked my ballot, before submitting it. People have reported voting in Tarrant County, for Trump/Vance, but the result came out for Harris/Walz. I went and triple checked it, and Trump/Vance remained my choice. I voted at the Kennedale, Library.
I still keep meaning to write about my time in Washington State. I hope to be able to write about that, because It was very fun. I felt God took care of me, that entire eight months. Other people stepped in and helped, to, and because of this combination I managed to make it on my own in Washington State for eight months! I was so sad to have to come back home, but I ran out of money. I was homesick. But most of all, I accomplished what I set out to do, and made it on my own in Washington State.
Currently, I am working for Ranger Guard as a security guard. I just got my license to be a Security Guard in the state of Texas, it took three months. The effort inspired me to seek to get my concealed carry again. But in Texas it is not concealed carry, it is a license to carry.
Well, anyways that’s what has been going on. I have been continuing to follow the persecution of the church throughout the globe, by following Voice of the Martyrs. There is a young man in Pakistan, who is set to lose his life because of his Christian beliefs. Please pray for this man. I know of him, because the ACLJ is working hard to free this man from persecution by his own government, for false charges alleging blasphemy against the creeds of Islam.
Well, thank you for reading this. I hope you have a nice day, and I will try and update my blog more frequently.
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My Favorite Season
Well, I am in Texas. So, my favorite season of the year, is Fall, or Autumn. It begins to cool down, and the rain starts to come. Christmas and Thanksgiving are around the bend, too. As is my birthday.
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A Tagline
Things never get better, only worse.
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John
The movie. It is titled: The Life Of Jesus. I am watching it, now. I am not very far in. It is the part where Jesus chases the money changers out of the Temple. I have seen this movie before. I am watching it on YouTube. You know, I may have to reschedule my appointment tomorrow, but I am going to watch this movie. I love Jesus. He is my Master and my friend.
I came to Jesus at Billy Graham, in 2002. Just before I went into the NAVY. In 2007, I was just living life how I thought I should- and suddenly a change occurred. I quit going out. Certain songs, I no longer want to hear. Taste in movies and shows changed too. I believe it is the Holy Spirit. After I tried going out again, but it just was never the same. I was not always faithful to God. But I can see He was always faithful to me, taking care of me, even when I was in the NAVY.
Jesus is in His ministry now. He as at the well with the Samaritan woman. This part is really touching to me. This is where Jesus says, “Salvation is of the Jews”. I keep this in mind. If Salvation is of the Jews- Israel then we should br praying for Israel. Not condemning it. Jesus is the Messiah. But these people did not understand that at the time. But now we know, because of the Bible.
The Bible
I saw a meme once, that explained they do not really know where the Bible came from. I found this meme to be encouraging, because to often they give credit to mere mortals for crafting the Bible- usually for nefarious purposes. But if they do not know where the Bible came from- maybe that is the sign that the Bible is from GOD- they don’t know where it came from. It came from God. Like when Paul named the “unknown God” in Athens. The Athenians had been worshipping God all along, and they did not even know it.
Now, Jesus is healing the man at the well. He had been sick for 38 years. Jesus asked Him, “Do you want to be well”? Amazing, how Jesus did that! I find it how the Bible is such a comforting book, in light of Jesus. Without Jesus, the Bible would be a stinking pile of garbage.
I guess my Dad decided to stay at the farm again. He does this a lot. Dad really enjoys that camper, they put out there. Last time I was there he showed me how to setup the generator. It was easy to do. I think I can remember it, next time I go out there.
Jesus is now explaining how He is the Son of Man to the Pharisees, and His disciples. He explains that He judges based on the authority of God. He does only what His Father sent Him to do. How the Father is His witness. Where did Moses write about Jesus? Are there hidden books, that we know nothing about.
Jesus is now feeding the 5,000. Actually, it was more than 5,000. Back then, only the men were counted. Not including there families. They even had twelve basket fulls of bread left over, after the meal with Jesus. Jesus then goes off into the hills, to be by Himself. Then Jesus appears to the disciples, when they were in the boat, and they thought he was a spirit.
Jesus is now teaching in the synagogue. He is the Bread of Life. Pastor Kilman did a sermon on this, and I was there for it. Very fascinating. We must drink of Jesus blood, and eat of His flesh too. Or we cannot be saved. Jesus then travelled the Galilee. Even in Galilee, the Jewish authorities were looking for Him.
Jesus spared the life of the adulterous woman. Once again, He is confronted by the Pharisees on this matter. Jesus explains, “The Father who has sent Me, is with Me”. The Pharisees knew neither Jesus, nor the Father. Yet, they claimed to be Holy. Jesus is the Good Shepherd.
Jesus is waiting to raise Lazarus from the dead. He is also going back to Jerusalem. Jesus no longer traveled openly, because they were looking to kill him. The Pharisees and the Chief Priests had given orders, that anyone who saw Jesus must turn Him in.
Jesus is entering Jerusalem riding on a donkey. He is headed for His moment of humiliation and death. Jesus is discussing how He is the Light, and how we can be the people of the Light. Even though He had performed all these miracles. They refused to believe. Isaiah said God has blinded there eyes, and there minds. It was God who blinded them to the truth. So, that He might be lifted up for us.
Jesus is being betrayed. He is being handed over to the Chief Priests and Pharisees. Jesus calls us friends, not servants. a servant doesn’t know what its master does. But Jesus told us everything. “Love one another”. If people persecuted Jesus- they will persecute us. They no longer have any excuse for there sin. They hate both Him and His Father. They hated Him for no reason at all. Jesus is prophesying not only His Asencion, the coming of the Holy Spirit, and His eventual return. Jesus has defeated the World.
Judas led the Temple guards, to find Jesus. At the garden, where He prayed. Jesus asked them twice, “Who are you looking for?” “Jesus” they said. Now Peter denies Jesus. Three times. Before the rooster crowed. Jesus said, “My Kingdom does not belong to this world”.
Now the Jews want Jesus crucified. Even though Pilate found nothing to condemn Him for. The Jews wanted Jesus killed for “blaspheme”.
Here, you can watch it for yourself. Its very moving.
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It was a Sunday School Bible. I was inspired by another poster, to share this.
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Bible Reading
Last week, I began a Bible reading guide. I cannot remember where I got it from. But I began to follow it. So far, I am at Deuteronomy 7, Psalm 90, Isaiah 35, and Revelations 5. Where the Lamb of God is praised for being worthy of opening the scroll with seven seals. Fascinating. The 24 Elders worship, and praise Him.
I am looking forward to this week. On Wednesday, I will meet Andrea Johnson. She is my job coach. Through Goodwill. We meet at 10:30. well, I told her I will be there then.
Dad is at the Farm again. I am not sure what he is doing out there. He never told me anything about going to the Farm. He had been up late. So, I was surprised when he went to the Farm.
Jesus even said “Repent and change the way you think and act”. For the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand. I believe that Trump loves America. This is why he has allowed himself to be convicted. If Trump had not started his campaign, they would have left him alone.
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