4 set a good example 4 all
It has been my experience and of others that when they have needed help with a project, help was hard to find. Sometimes you would call someone, leave a message and would not receive a response to your request. But not this time.
This is a thank you to two organizations and two individuals for being uncommonly professional, courteous and compassionate at just the right time.
First, thank you from a heart of gratitude to Abigail, the director of a fairly new nonprofit “Project K9 Services” in Brunswick, Ga. I do not know how she was initially contacted, but I am grateful she was. I do not remember working with anyone who had more “can do,” “stick to it” attitude than Abigail. Within a few hours, she had found resources in Cherokee County to fill the fast-approaching needs of three big dogs.
The dog’s owners were in the hospital with uncertain discharge dates. One of the owners is a veteran with several medical issues. The other had been in the hospital for 12 weeks.
Abigail, in waving her magic wand, contacted Denise at Murphy Pet Mama, and Denise was on the job. There was no, “I’ll call you back;” she was there.
Then Abigail contacted Kadillac Kennel in Cherokee County. The owner, David Worsham, joined the effort as soon as he heard a veteran was involved. David went above and beyond to help. To top things off, Tractor Supply in Murphy donated a big bag of food to keep the dogs happy.
Abigail, Denise, David and Tractor Supply, you did not know this couple. But you saw a need and jumped in with both feet. Your compassion is an example for most of us.
There are many good people and organizations, but these four are setting a true example.
Mitchell Shields, Murphy
We need new, better ideas
Why do Republicans and Democrats dislike each other to the extent they are willing to ignore history telling us countries as divided as we are may not survive?
Certainly not as the beacon of democracy that others look up to. The superpowers in history are long dead or dethroned.
“Us vs. Them” is primitive mentality in effective governing. Energy policy is surely a divisive issue. Reality dictates that a transition period to reduction of fossil fuel is necessary.
Among nonpartisan climatologists we are in dangerous territory yet Congress takes a winner take all, ignore the warnings or create energy deficits mentality. We need ideas – and if not from Congress, we the people need to introduce them to the ingenuity of the American people.
Establish an esteemed panel of non-partisan experts to recommend feasible policy options that do not recklessly put carbon into the atmosphere nor starve the economy of energy. The group would be tasked with recommendations that are in the best interest of America, not any special interest groups or corporations.
The mission statement will be made public, narrow enough to prevent tangents, broad enough to encourage out-of-box solutions. All stakeholders will give input and respectful consideration with no outsize influence.Publicly funded and outside money strictly prohibited.
If anyone out there has what they consider to be a great idea, send it. By doing so, you are participating as a citizen of this great country – and who knows where a simple idea may lead?
In February a Gallop poll shows Congress’ approval at a pathetic 20 percent. Divisive candidates on both sides are not being helpful.
Let’s vote for those who commit to compromise. Perfect solutions rarely exist, and Congress needs to act like adults in the room. We the people deserve it and demand it.
Lynne Stevens, Robbinsville
‘Heart to Heart’
I AM lonely.
I AM afraid.
I AM stripped of My clothes and naked.
I AM thirsty.
I AM hungry.
I AM in pain.
I AM weak.
I AM humiliated.
I AM crying out for mercy to My Father.
I AM submitting to the will of My Father.
I AM praying for My torturers.
I AM praying for My detractors
I AM craving warm arms around My shoulders.
I AM remembering the warm, safe place of My mother’s womb.
I AM poor in spirit.
I AM mocked for My kingship.
I AM sad by the betrayal caused by all sin.
I AM always with My Father.
I AM in love with all My creation.
I AM in love with you.
Amen.
Oculi mei semper ad Dominum.
Jura Ashley, Murphy
Keep U.S. $ global money
I wholeheartedly concur with Robert Whitehead’s letter in the April 6 edition of the Cherokee Scout regarding China’s goal of having its currency become the world’s standard for international trade. As China’s economic might grows, it’s taking steps to make that happen. This is key to China’s long-term plan to replace America as the world’s most powerful nation.
World prices for commodities like oil have been listed in U.S. dollars because the dollar has historically been the world’s strongest, most stable currency, supported by the strength of the U.S. economy, backed by the U.S. government and overseen by the Federal Reserve. The U.S. dollar became the official reserve currency of the world in 1944. The decision was made by a delegation from 44 countries called the Bretton Woods Agreement.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America have a longstanding relationship dating back to the 1930s, when American businessmen first traveled to the kingdom to help develop the country’s natural resources. On issues of national security and economic opportunity, the Saudi-U.S. relationship is vital.
Global trade depends on a stable pricing mechanism, not one which could be easily manipulated by a Communist government. To maintain our country’s economy, we need to tell our elected officials to take action to keep the U.S. dollar as the global currency.
Ron Hill, Sautee Nacoochee, Ga.