May 16, 2007

Something I Wonder About

I find it ironic that one of the nominated Best Religion Blogs of the Blogger’s Choice Awards is Atheists.org. 

Pardon me for being blunt, but is Atheism really a religion? 

If an atheist doesn’t believe in God and does not practice a set of beliefs involving devotional and ritual observances than how, exactly, can it be classified as a religion?

And for the record, if an atheist does not believe in God nor believes that Jesus Christ was the son of the same God they do not believe in, than why do they willingly accept the time off they receive for Christmas and Easter? 

Sure, they may not be worshiping in a church or giving silent thanks to the Creator Himself, but why not go to work instead of basking in the luxury of time off because of the religious affiliations of those of us who do in fact practice a faith?

And when Atheists are blaspheming the very God I believe in (and calling it his or her right to do so) than why do they never understand why Christians become upset?  And why are we expected to turn the other cheek and deal with the nasty comments, calling us foolish and naming us “religious fanatics”?

This country called America was founded under God and now all of a sudden it’s not okay to talk about Him.  It’s not okay to say God Bless You or Peace Be With You because the non-believers become offended.

Well, I ask you; if you don’t believe in God, what is there to be offended about?

February 1, 2007

Mail Call: Religion and Schools

This poem was in my inbox this afternoon.  I took a 10-minute break to check all my e-mails and when I read this, I was astonished at how accurate this is.  I know not everyone is religious, but there are those of us, like myself, who are.

My faith is important to me.  I live my life according to God’s word the best that I can.  I’m not perfect.  I’m a sinner, as we all are.

But it’s true.  Our children in public schools have no freedom of speech or expression when it comes to God and that is so infuriating. 

I hope you read this with an open mind and truly understand it’s meaning.

Now I sit me down in school,
Where praying is against the rule.
For this great nation under God,
Finds mention of Him very odd.
If Scripture now the class recites,
It violates the Bill of Rights.
And anytime my head I bow,
Becomes a Federal matter now.
Our hair can be purple, orange or green,
That’s no offense; it’s a freedom scene.
The law is specific, the law is precise.
Prayers spoken aloud are a serious vice.
For praying in a public hall,
Might offend someone with no faith at all.
In silence alone we must meditate,
God’s name is prohibited by the state.
We ‘re allowed to cuss and dress like freaks,
And pierce our noses, tongues and cheeks.
They’ve outlawed guns, but FIRST the Bible.
To quote the Good Book makes me liable.
We can elect a pregnant Senior Queen,
And the ‘unwed daddy,’ our Senior King.
It’s “inappropriate” to teach right from wrong,
We’re taught that such “judgments” do not belong.
We can get our condoms and birth controls,
Study witchcraft, vampires and totem poles.
But the Ten Commandments are not allowed,
No word of God must reach this crowd.
It’s scary here I must confess,
When chaos reigns the school’s a mess.
So, Lord, this silent plea I make:
Should I be shot; My soul please take!
Amen!

November 11, 2006

I’ve Been Very Busy

I almost didn’t make this post today!  This would have completely screwed up my NaBloPoMo plans!

I’ve been at a Ladies Retreat at my church for the weekend and I loved every second of my time away.

After my brother came home, I took him to my parents’ house as he has no vehicle!  Funny how much he’s “grown”.  He’s not my little brother anymore.  He’s a grown man and it scares me.  Althought, I suppose I’ll always think of him as my little brother and that’s okay.

Dawson spent the night at Nonna and Poppa’s house because I had a lot of work to do at the retreat.

We scrap booked, stamped, did Bible study, scripture reading, facials, massages, and did some gabbing about family, kids, marriage and jobs.  I went to confession and to Mass, so I’m happy to get that out of the way.  The food at our retreat was awesome!  We had a baked potato bar, a soup and salad bar, homemade pasta and lots of cheesecakes!  I enjoyed the wine and cheese tasting portion, too!  I’m really not a wine fan, but some of the ones I tried were delicioso!

I must admit that relaxing with my friends can be exhausting!  I feel like I’ve been going non-stop for 36 hours and I think I have. 

Tomorrow, I’ll be posting at BlogHer!  I didn’t have a chance to get this week’s post up tonight!  Come see me there, later!

Happy Saturday! 

October 15, 2006

Good Things - Volume I

Being that it is Sunday, I thought I’d share some Good Things with all of you.

First, my Aunt Kathy sent me the link to this video. Kate Nowak did a stunning job and I cried happy tears watching it. Her blog is wonderful, too, so be sure to check her out!

A few days ago I wrote my “Anniversary Tribute” to Doug as we celebrated five glorious years of marriage on the 13th of October. We didn’t do anything special for the big day. Doug made BBQ Ribs and Shrimp for me Friday night and it was excellent. My gift to him was given on Saturday. No, it’s not what YOU’RE thinking so get your minds out of the bedroom. After work, I came home and Dawson was cranky so I turned on Public Television. Lawrence Welk was on and Dawson loves the music. It’s okay, he’s only two. But during one of Lawrence’s jived up orchestra tunes, I dragged Doug off the couch and made him foxtrot with me. Yes. You read that right. We did the fox trot in our living room and laughed hysterically the entire time. You know that’s love. Seriously, I’m still laughing because our “moves” caused uncontrollable giggling from Dawson, too.

Today we went to church and Dawson was well behaved for 20 minutes. This is a record breaker. Usually he’s a terror two minutes after blessing himself. When I got home I found this in my e-mail. I’m feeling pretty Blessed today. Then I found this.

It’s quiet in the house. Dawson is napping. I’m finishing this post and heading into my bed as well! I’ll leave you with the first commercial that has made me cry since I gave birth to Dawson. This hit me hard because in a few short weeks my brother will be coming home.

Happy Sunday!