THE FINAL INSPECTION
Dedicated to the National Guard Soldiers and Troops deployed around the world. Serving Our Country with Pride and Honor. May God bless you and keep you. Adapted from the original, author unknownTHE FINAL INSPECTIONThe Guardsman stood, and faced his God,We know must come to pass.He hoped his boots were shining,As brightly as his brass."Step forward now, you soldier,For now I deal with you""Have you loved your enemies as yourself?And to My Church, have you been true?""Not in trueness, Lord, I guess I really ain't.For freedom fighters must carry guns, And can't always be a saint."I was gone an awful lot of Sundays, LordAnd at times my walk was weak.Sometimes my orders were ones of violence,Without the turning of the cheek.But, I've never took a penny,That wasn't mine to keep...Even working overtime,Because the bills, you know, they got real steep.But, I've never passed one cry for help,Amidst a hot zone firefight,Though now my body trembles with fear.In the presence of your light.I know I don't deserve a place,Within your kingdom here.I pray the Lord, my soul to keep,And your mercy finds me near.And should I find a place of rest, It needn't be so grand.But if you turn your face awayThat too, My Lord, I understand.There was a silence around the throne,Where saints do often trod.At attention stood the Guardsman,For the judgment of his God."Step forward now, you soldier,For you've borne your burden well.March peacefully these streets of gold,You've done your tour in hell."~~Folks, as much as we care to admit it. It's the Military, not the reporter who has given us thefreedom of the press.
It's the Military, not the poet, who has givenus the freedom of speech. It's the Military, not the politicians thatensures your right to Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.It's the Military who salutes the flag, fights beneath the flag,and whose coffin is draped by the flag. So, if you care to offer the smallest token of recognition and appreciation for the Military,please pass this along and pray for our men and women who have served andare currently serving our country. Along with their families who have sacrificed much for the freedoms we all enjoy..
James Stevens ?Doc? is an ordained minister and webmaster of www.bentoncounty.info. A website serving the residents of Benton County Tennessee.Dora the Explorer: A Fun Companion for Kids
Dora the Explorer is a cartoon show that airs on the Nickelodeon channel, featuring stories about Dora Marquez, a young Hispanic girl who ventures forth on adventurous quests. The Dora the Explorer show is aimed for a younger audience, from six to ten years old, although children that are four or five years old also seem to enjoy the show. Dora speaks both English and Spanish, and helps viewers learn the use of simple words in Spanish, so it's not uncommon to see young viewers of the Dora the Explorer show who are able to understand basic Spanish words? and some of them are even able to use full simple sentences correctly!
Of course Dora is not alone during her adventures. The show features many other characters, the most important of them being a talking monkey named Boots. His name comes from the red boots he likes to wear, and being Dora's best friend he joins her on every single adventure she gets into.
In every episode of Dora the Explorer,...
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How Do I Wear Womens Suede Boots?
Throughout time, women have had a love affair with footwear. Forget diamonds or furs ? footwear has been and continues to be the accessory of choice for many women from all social circles. Just look inside any woman's closet and you are sure to find more than one pair of shoes inside. In fact, rarely will you find only one pair. You are more likely to find shoes for work, shoes for play, shoes for exercising and more types of footwear including several pair of boots and at least one pair of slippers.
And almost every woman, at some time during her life, has owned at least one pair of womens suede boots .Now, womens suede boots are making a comeback. Throughout the years, this type of footwear has come into and gone out of style which in fashion terms makes this style a classic. Look around and you will see that boots made from suede are everywhere; at playhouses, at chic nightclubs, in shopping malls, at the beach and all places in between. There are so many trendy styles available...
How Do I Wear Womens Suede Boots?
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How Do I Wear Womens Suede Boots?
Throughout time, women have had a love affair with footwear. Forget diamonds or furs ? footwear has been and continues to be the accessory of choice for many women from all social circles. Just look inside any woman's closet and you are sure to find more than one pair of shoes inside. In fact, rarely will you find only one pair. You are more likely to find shoes for work, shoes for play, shoes for exercising and more types of footwear including several pair of boots and at least one pair of slippers.
And almost every woman, at some time during her life, has owned at least one pair of womens suede boots .Now, womens suede boots are making a comeback. Throughout the years, this type of footwear has come into and gone out of style which in fashion terms makes this style a classic. Look around and you will see that boots made from suede are everywhere; at playhouses, at chic nightclubs, in shopping malls, at the beach and all places in between. There are so many trendy styles available...
How Do I Wear Womens Suede Boots?
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What is Local Search Engine Optimization and Who Are Your Relatives?
Your business website is finally up and now comes the task of getting found on the incredibly huge Internet neighborhood.Where to begin? Well, the first thing most people do is head for a major search engine like Google, or Yahoo. And while that is a good idea, there is much to learn before laying out those precious dollars on ads and clicks. Most of us become totally confused on the breadth of information we must learn in order to be savvy marketers using the search engines. And, if you are busy running your business 150% of the time, who has the time?The first rule we all like is 'keep it simple'. So start off modestly and test the waters as you go.Identify your market.
Do your customers come from all over the country, or mostly from nearby areas?For most brick and mortar businesses on the Internet, your bread and butter still comes from the local neighborhoods and adjoining states. So try this:After developing a strong list of keywords related to your specific business, look...
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Plastic Shrink Tool - Provides Fully Repeatable Settings
An industrial duty plastic shrink tool for all types of boots and tubing; has an electronic temperature control system and features a digital display for set and actual values to provide exact repeatability available from Malcom Hot Air Systems of Portsmouth, Rhode Island.Malcom's Leister Triac PID Hot Air Shrink Tool is a lightweight hand-held tool that lets users dial in precise sdttings with +/- from 68 degrees F to 1,100 degrees F, with 7 CFM air flow, this versatile tool is available with over 15 nozzles for applying boots, heat shrink tubes and solder sleeves.Providing fully repeatable settings, Malcom's Leister Triac PID Hot Air Shrink Tool displays a data for control and collection for compliance with ISO and other quality assurance requirements.
Easy to handle, this tool weighs under 3lbs. and is 13" L x 2.2" dia.
Standard features include a cold shield for burn protection and automatic shut-off.For more information contact:Malcom Hot Air SystemsSheila Carpenter,...
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Leather Skirts
As the weather gets colder, a leather skirt looks fantastic when paired with a sweater and boots. Leather definitely made the strongest statement at most couture showings this year, so if you have to purchase a single wardrobe item to jazz up your winter wardrobe, we would recommend a mid length to long tailored leather skirt.
A staple of the cold season's designerwear, leather skirts can be seen everywhere. Interestingly, it is more about attitude than fabric and is usually worn by women who are comfortable in their skin. There is a certain confidence factor when you put on a leather skirt and a woman wearing one should be willing to be noticed. Why? Leather skirts are sexy.
They exhale sensuality. They make you look and feel like a rock star.
Tailored leather skirts aren't just available in classic black, as is the general perception.
This season has witnessed a riot of colors including buttery cream, ruby red and even olive green. Although...
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The Ugg Boot is Here to Stay
Love them ? and many people do ? or hate them ? and many people do ? ugg boots are here to stay. First worn by Australian sheep herders to keep their feet warm, then by war pilots at high altitudes and finally usurped by surfers after a chilly dip in the ocean, these flat soled fur-lined boots have made it into the cutting edge fashion world. Lots of women can't do without them and lots of men think they are a step way beyond ugly. No one denies though that they are warm, soft, comfortable and beloved by celebrities and star athletes. If you're neither a movie icon nor a sports idol just exactly how and where do you wear these ugg boots?
There are those who insist the ugg in ugg boots derives from ugly.
Websites have even sprung up vilifying uggs and calling for the immediate cessation of wearing uggs. Although the roots of the term can't be precisely pinned...
The Ugg Boot is Here to Stay
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