So that others may live...

THIS WAS WRITTEN BY A SOLDIER
        IN  IRAQ .

        I was just watching the news, and I caught part of a report
        on Michael Jackson  .  As we all know,  Jackson  died the other
        day. He was an entertainer who performed for decades.  He made
        millions, he spent millions, and he did a lot of things that make him a
        villain to many people.  I understand that his death would affect a
        lot of people, and I respect those people who mourn his death, but that
        isn't the point of my rant.

        Why is it that when ONE man dies, the whole of  America  loses their
        minds with grief.  When a man dies whose only contribution to the
        country was to ENTERTAIN people, the American people find
        the need to flock to a memorial in  Hollywood  , and even
        Congress sees the need to hold a "moment of silence" for his passing?

        Am I missing something here?  ONE man dies, and all of
        a sudden he's a freaking martyr because he entertained us for a few
        decades?  What about all those SOLDIERS who have died to give us
        freedom?  All those Soldiers who, knowing that they would be asked to  fight in a war, still raised their hands and swore to defend the
        Constitution and the United States of America  .  Where is
        their moment of silence?  Where are the people flocking to their graves or  memorials and mourning over them because they made the ultimate  sacrifice?
       Why is it when a Soldier dies, there are more people saying "good
        riddance," and "thank God for IED's?"  When did this country become so
        calloused to the sacrifice of GOOD MEN and WOMEN, that they can arbitrarily
        blow off  their deaths, and instead, throw themselves into mourning
        for a "Pop Icon?"

        I think that if they are going to hold a moment of silence
        IN CONGRESS for Michael Jackson, they need to hold a moment of silence
        for every service member killed in  Iraq  and  Afghanistan. They need
        to PUBLICLY recognize every life that has been lost so that the
        American people can live their callous little lives in the luxury and
        freedom that WE, those that are living and those that have gone on, have
        provided for them.  But, wait, that would take too much time,
        because there have been so many willing to make that sacrifice.  After
        all, we will never make millions of dollars.  We will never star in
        movies, or write hit songs that the world will listen too.  We only shed
        our blood, sweat and tears so that people can enjoy what they have.

        Sorry if I have offended, but I needed to say it.
        Feel free to pass this along if you want.

        Remember these five words the next time you think of
        someone who is serving in the military;
        "So that others may live..."



        Isaac

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Sereal Week

Wow, what a weird last two weeks with all the deaths especially with the death of our local hero Steve McNair. Although from the sound of things he was misbehaving which seems to be Typical for Nashville athletes. 

The good thing about this week was that we got Friday off so that was a plus. So Friday we just relaxed around the house and went shopping at Target. Needless to say we wont go there for awhile that place will get you in trouble. At the same time we had a good time shopping. Saturday the 4th we chilled and picked up a little around the house. Then we went to our little book store here in Lenox Village and had free hot dogs, coleslaw , assortment of chips and Ice cream. It was good meeting more of our Neighbors and a local real estate agent who gave us the skinny on things here in the Village. After all the good food and fellowship we headed back to the house. Once we got there we fed Bryson, put him down for a nap, piddle and picked up then once he woke got ourselves ready and headed down to Nolensville for some live music. Unfortunately a storm was heading our way so we packed out bags and headed to the house. That really did not bother us because we can see at least 4 different firework displays from our house.

Now the weekend is almost over and its back to the grind. I am just thankful for the freedom to work I guess. Well you all have a great week and be thankful for your freedom because its guys like my cousin who are over in Iraq away from their wife and children fighting for what theybelieve. Thanks Jake We are very proud.

Derek

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Week of Craziness

Well as I am wrinting this the world is drawn to the fact that we lost Michael Jackson , Fara Fawcet and ealier this week Ed McMann (sp). Then the local TN news decided to kill Jeanie Seely but they revived her again after they realized she was still alive. 

Things have been crazy here. I have been putting in some extra hours due to everybody and there brother decides to have their major events this month. So I have been working extra hours which is good for the pocket book.

In amongst all the craziness my bro called to let me know that I would be an uncle. So yes Andy and Emily will be having their first so we are excited for them. Sorry this is a short post but then again  that might be good. I hope to get more details of the week and upload some vids to my youtube channel which you can subscribe to if you have an account their and add me as a friend there to. Well time to hit the sack but just wanted to send a little update. Also follow me on twitter and facebook.

Happy Blogging

Derek

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My Honey Turned 30

Well I am going to make this post short and sweet because I just want to chill with the wifey but its been like two weeks since I posted anything.  So here we go. Sunday afternoon of last week we were chilling when Nickie's mom called and said the Dr. told me to take some time off from work after my knee surgery  so your father told me to ask you if I could come down for a week and visit. So of course Nickie yes. I had no choice in the matter. (just kidding mama) So Monday night she flew in and was here for the whole week which it being Nickie's 30th made it much better for her. 

Tuesday I had made arrangement with our good friends the Halmark's who is a dentist in Cool Springs Franklin,TN. So right after work I picked up the wife, son, and mama and went to their farm which I could not find with the GPS. So that put me in an awkward situation cause now I have to call him and talk to him in a manner that would not give away who I was talking to. Well we made it there but on the way out of know where  Nickie's you taking me horse back riding aren't you. Well way to just take the cat right out of the bag baby. She did guess it but had know idea that it was with some good friends of ours. So still a little surprise left. Then after that we headed back home but stopped for some juicy burgers at Fat Mo's. Of course Bryson was the center of attention. A little black boy who was probably about 7 -8  picked up one of Brysons toys that he dropped and kindly handed back to him. It is amazing how baby's draw our attention and race has no walls. It was a precious moment. Then after our burgers we headed back to the house. 

Wednesday I had some thoughts of what I wanted to do for Nickie's dinner but was still brainstorming right up to dinner time. I had the location picked out and had emailed some friends last minute ( not suggested) and two responses so I was thankful. On my way home I thought should I get a cake or take her sonic to get the free floats they promised after 8pm. I went for the cake at Publics and oh my there are some flowers those are pretty I will get those and take them to the restaurant and ask them to put them on the table. So I did I grabbed the cake and flowers and rushed them to the restaurant (Bricks Cafe). I got to the restaurant and started telling the host what I wanted to do and I got the deer in the head light look. I could tell I was overwhelming her. Then to the rescue came the boss Don and he said we will gladly take care of that and will these tables put together over here be sufficient. I said perfect and ran out the door. So I got home showered and headed back out the door with the crew. Nickie was very surprised and seemed very happy and Don and his crew took exceptional care of us. We all walked out saying we will be back. The cool thing is its 2 minutes down the road .

The rest of the week was a little more laid back and just enjoying grandma being here cause that meant I didn't have to get up early and take care of Bryson and help Nickie get out the door. Except for Saturday I got commanded to go take care of Bryson at like 7:30 in the morning . I think my response was what is your mom for. Give me a break I am not quite what you would call the best morning person.  Well when grandma did get up I said I will be right back and went to Dunkin Donuts cause you know America runs on Dunkin. Then later on that evening we went to another surprise party for our friend who also turned 30.

Sunday I ran audio for church and the girls came to church later since I had to get there ealier to do my duties. Then we came home and ate lunch. Now,come the hard part we had to take Nickie's Mom to the airport . Well it was hard for Nickie, LOL Then after we said our good byes we headed back to the house to get ready for a Sunday School picnic at  a park. Now we were told there was going to be a band but we didn't realize such a big one. Well it was Ryders in the Sky. They are Hillarious. These guys have been signing together for over 31 years . Wow. that is amazing. I mean that is longer than most marriages and longer than most freindships.  So now it is Sunday night and I am going to finish out the eve with the birthday girl so good night and happy blogging.

Derek

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O Lots Of Stuff

Well, its been like two weeks since I have had a chance to blog. The
thing that has held me back the most is the little one. He is all over
the place. He has found his leg strength and is crawling everywhere.
I also have been extra busy at work with the move and doing a church
install and whatever things my boss can think of. I am almost done
with getting the shop back in order even tho my boss thinks it should
have been done a week ago. I got a little defensive and told him he
could do it himself. He started to get a little huffy puffy but I
think he rethought things and realized if I was not doing it it would
be a year or so before he got it to a real working order. The one
thing I am learning the most from him is how not to be a boss. There
is no Branding of any kind , he has never written down a business
plan, and is always changing his mind on what kind of work he wants to
do. He is also against using the Internet to advertise. I really just
think he is scared that he would get a bunch of big jobs and not be
ready for it.
 
Anyway better things will come. Now onward to more of our life. We are
very much so growing out of our digs but know we are going to have to
wait a little more on that. We are hoping in August which will be the
three year mark that we have owned our third floor condo. We rented it
for like a year and a half before the owner decided to sell it to us.
We are looking forward to getting on a first floor situation.
 
Like I said earlier Bryson is crawling and getting into everything.We
took him to the Zoo yesterday. I know he did not know exactly what was
going on but by the looks on his face he enjoyed it. We then went to
our friends Brad and Erin Van Denmark for some food and fun. Our boys
had a good time playing together and we have pics to prove it. Like I
said a lot has happened lately and I just can't remember it all. I
think I am going to follow my pastors advice and start journaling. I
think that will help me with my blog as far as remembering what all
happened.
 

Parents visit till Zoo

 
Happy blogging
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