The Election is Coming...RANT

Rant of the Day:

I am so sick of these political ads and all of this projection crap. Seriously. Put the front runner names in a hat (including Obama) and shake it up. Then pick one. They are all the same.

Sadly, I don't like any of the front runners. Santorum looks good to me. I liked Cain. And now it appears that the GOP nomination will be between Romney and Gingrich. Sigh.

Here's a question for you: Why do we have so many different dates for these caucuses/primaries? Let's just have them all on the same day. Why should my vote (which will be cast in April) be of less value than those in Iowa?

I think it sucks! Have the nation vote on the same day and let the chips fall where they may. We do it for the General Election.

I can't turn on any news channel without hearing the latest projections about this state's winner or that state's winner. Blah. Blah. Please...just shut up. The results will speak for themselves.

Polls? Oh whatever. You can make a poll slant any way that you want. I've never been contacted about my political opinion and I've been voting since I was eligible. Besides that, who is to say that these people being polled are even being truthful.

We talk about how in America, ANYBODY can become President. Not true. You have to have a LOT of money to run for President - whether your own or the backing of someone else's. That means whoever is elected certainly won't have the same issues I and others less financially-fortunate have. I don't begrudge others who have wealth. I certainly don't buy into this whole communist/socialist redistribution crap. If it's yours, keep it.

However, it's hard for someone elected into office to understand my dilemma of skipping doctor appointments to save on co-pays so that groceries can be bought. How about those who skip medications because of the cost?

I was in the grocery store today and couldn't believe the prices of things. Is it any wonder that people resort to eating cat food? It's sad.

So...today's rant ends with me still sick of this political season that will eventually end in the Fall with me choosing the lesser of two evils once again. Let me re-phrase that. It will end with me voting for whoever is running against Obama.

I'd enter the Race...but the funds just aren't there. I certainly couldn't do a worse job...

Having a fun time...

I haven't had much time to write lately...so I am sorry if you are disappointed. I hope to return to writing a daily post sometime after the new year. Until then, it will be "hit or miss." I have taken a sorely needed vacation and am having a great time.

Goodness knows, all you have to do is watch the news and you find a plethora of fodder for editorial writing.

I was sorry to hear of Cain's withdrawal from the Presidential race. Let's hope someone emerges who can gain my support. I am leaning towards Gingrich...but we shall see.

December is a month that is usually a flurry of activity. It's time to order all medications, medical equipment, supplies, etc. before needing to meet that elusive deductible once again beginning in January.

I like to look at the new year as a path of snow that has yet to be trodden upon...you know what I'm talking about...you drive by an area that has not been trampled upon and you just have to urge to step in it. Of course, if you live in a region without snow, think of it in terms of sand.

Anyway, thanks for reading! Look for something substantial to read in the near future.

God bless and stay safe! :)

Derailed for good?

Okay. No matter what you think of Herman Cain...it seems that his contention for the Presidency may be coming to an end. According to a report on FNC, Cain has now slipped 11 points in the polls - leaving Romney and Gingrich tied for first.

I have liked Cain from his very first debate appearance. What saddens me is that, for many, the alleged sexual harassment has caused doubt about Cain's trustworthiness.

What do I think?

I think that it's awfully convenient that as soon as Cain soars in the polls, "victims" long since vanished into the woodwork suddenly start appearing. Do I believe the allegations? Not really...however, I wasn't there. The timing of the "coming forth" of these women leaves it quite suspect in my mind.

Many pundits were talking about a Cain vs. Obama showdown for the 2012 election. Hmmm. Now suddenly that most likely won't happen. Did Obama's camp have anything to do with this? (Uh oh...guess I'm now gonna get reported to AttackWatch...LOL)

With a Cain-Obama contest, where ever would Obama be able to insert race?

Just because I didn't vote for Obama in 2008 doesn't make me a racist. However, if you DID vote for Obama because he is "black," then you ARE a racist.

Why does the Left fear Cain?

Perhaps it's his no nonsense approach to solving our debt crisis. Having extensive experience in the business world, his way of creating solutions comes from a different perspective than career politicians. That scares people. To think that Cain, if elected, would change things from the status quo makes people nervous. I understand that people don't like change (and I don't mean Obama's kind)...but if we continue down the path we are on, there will be no United States of America left.

I have been hoping that Cain's campaign would recover from the supposed scandal, but I am not sure that it will. I still support Cain. It just goes to show you that it is easier to tear down a reputation than to repair one.

I am praying for you, Cain, as well as the rest of the candidates. (Yes, even Obama.) There are several that I don't feel I can support should Cain no longer be a viable candidate...but I do know we don't need Obama for a 2nd term.

In my opinion, we didn't need him for the first.