U.S. Military Killed in Action:
Iraq:11/21/10: 1 current: 4762
Afghanistan:11/21/10: 1 current: 1394
IRAQ:
Wounded Total (to 4/30/10): 54,834
Killed in Action, October, 2010: 2
Wounded, April,2010: 40
Iraqi Civilians Killed: 1,366,350
AFGHANISTAN:
Wounded Total (to 6/30/10): 6,773
Killed In Action,October,2010: 48
Wounded, May, 2010: 406
Wounded, June,2010: 517
> KILLED IN ACTION
SPC Gregory B. Rundell, 21, U.S. Army, Ramsey, Minnesota (hostile fire-small arms fire)
SSG Jose D. Gamboa, 34, U.S. Army, Yigo, Guam (hostile fire)
SSG Nino Dugue Livaudais, 23, U.S. Army, Syracuse, Utah (hostile fire--suicide bomber )
SGT Todd James Robbins, 33, U.S. Army, Pentwater, Michigan (hostile-friendly fire)
SGT 1ST CLASS Randall Scott Rehn, 36, U.S. Army, Longmont, Colorado (hostile--friendly fire)
SPC Donald Samuel Oaks Jr., 20, U.S. Army, Erie, Pennsylvania (hostile--friendly fire)
PFC Chad Eric Bales, 20, U.S. Marine Corps, Coahoma, Texas (non-hostile-- vehicle accident)
SPC Mathew George Boule, 22, U.S. Army, Dracut, Massachusetts (non-hostile--helicopter crash)
CWO Eric Allen Smith, 41, U.S. Army, Rochester, New York (non-hostile--helicopter crash)
SGT Michael Francis Pederson, 26, U.S. Army, Flint, Michigan (non-hostile--helicopter crash)
CWO Scott Jamar, 32, U.S. Army, Granbury,Texas (non-hostile--helicopter crash)
CWO Erik Anders Halvorsen, 40, U.S. Army, Bennington, Vermont (non-hostile--helicopter crash )
CAPT James Francis Adamouski, 29, U.S. Army, Springfield, Virginia (non-hostile-helicopter crash)
Monday, November 22, 2010
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Learning the Secrets of the Music Industry
Until You Walk the Path, You Don’t Know Where it Goes will be hosting singer/song writer, Dan Shafer November 21, 2010 at its new time 7 pm eastern as he talks about his amazing career, the changes in the music industry and his new project “Rock and Load.”
Dan became lead vocalist for the group Mercenary on Portrait Records. Here he worked with Rusty Daddio of Ronnie James Dio and Richie Blackmore. Dan’s experience as a premier vocalist continued throughout the 1980s with stints as lead vocalist for the group Orphan on Polygram Records and singer/songwriter with the group Face the Music, working with Jerry Love at Paramount/Famous Music. Dan’s vocal talents soon began to be sought out for commercial work and in the early 1990s Dan’s list of successful commercial work began. This list includes Seagram Wine Cooler for HB&B, working with producer Cheryl Smith, Transformers (Robots in Disguise), Space Marines from Aliens III, and hundreds of television/radio commercials including Revlon, Pizza Hut, Tetley Tea, AT&T, Matchbox, and BC Powder. During this time Dan also started producing vocals, arranging and executing background vocals for a variety of producers and artists, also doing voice-over work for SEM&M in New York City.
In 1996 Dan’s career expanded. After relocating to Nashville, Tennessee he started producing, arranging and executing solo vocals including background vocals for Chuck Howard, Byron Gallimore, Stuart Harris, and John Berry. His roots as a vocalist still continued working with Bucket Colwell of Bad Company, singing with the group Public Witness and on a host of jingles for Coors Lite, BC Powder in Nashville, Chicago and New York City.
In 1998, Dan started a production/development company with the goal of helping artists and/or producers not only with tracks, but focusing on Vocal Production . Dan produced, arranged and wrote seven songs on the Salt record *Satisfied“. The single "Get Back" went to 13 R&R charts Dec 2001, and the single "Satisfied" went to 20.
Currently Dan is writing with, and has written with, Kim Trible, Bill Cuomo ("Oh Sherrie" for Steve Perry), Beeb Birtles (Little River Band), Rachel Williams, Brian Williams, Bill & Will Champlin (Sons Of Champlin, the group Chicago), Joie Scott, Hilary Williams, Gary Hannan, Hollie Jett, Fidel Fernandez, J.R. Brown, Michael Tait (DC Talk), Brett Cartwright (Foghat), Jane Bach, Andrea Pearson, Elishia Hoffman, Memarie, Bonnie Swayze, Minnie Murphy, Trini Triggs, Lance Miller, Tommy Barns, Tony Stampley, Lisa Shaffer, Trenna Barnes, Stacy Widelitz ("She's Like The Wind" for Dirty Dancing), Ashley Bowers, etc... The Journey Continues!!!
Dan Shafer's websites are www.RockandLoadMusic.com and www.MySpace.com/DanShafer
Tune into http://www.blogtalkradio.com/theresachaze on November 21 at 7:00 pm eastern to learn more about the music industry from Dan Shafer. The phone lines and chat will be available for those who wish to participate. The phone number is (347) 324-3745. The interactive chat room is available on the show’s page.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
"Fire in the Night: Creative Essays from an Iraq War Vet
Until You Walk the Path, You Don’t Know Where it Goes will be hosting author and Army Veteran, Lee Kelly on November 14, 2010 at its new time 7 pm eastern.
A native of New Orleans, Lee Kelley is an award-winning author and ghostwriter. He owns and operates Desert Sun Writing, offering professional and creative writing services to clients around the world. Lee is also a former Army Captain and an Iraq war vet. He now resides in southern Utah, raising his two wonderful children and working on his first novel.
In his book, "Fire in the Night: Creative Essays from an Iraq War Vet”, won American Author's Association 2009 Golden Quill Award (military essay) and was the first runner up, Military Writer's Society of America (MWSA) 2009 Book of the Year Award (non-fiction). In addition, Kelly wrote he Authorized Biography of Brigadier General Richard (Dick) Fisher, which won honorable mention, MWSA Book of the Year Award (biography). His website is at www.desertsunwriting.com.
Tune into http://www.blogtalkradio.com/theresachaze on November 14 at 7:00 pm eastern to listen to Lee Kelly talk about his books, his life in and out of the military. The phone lines and chat will be available for those who wish to participate. The phone number is (347) 324-3745. The interactive chat room is available on the show’s page.
Northwestern Bank: Lending Institution or Loan Shark
When the Federal government was bailing out the banks, Northwestern sent out a letter, bragging that they didn’t need to be bailed out. Eventually, I was to learn that Northwestern Bank intended to bypass the government by imposing fees and penalties directly on their customers.
Fall of 2009, I had been out of work for over two years, but was still able to keep up with my mortgage payments Northwestern Bank until my unemployment ran out and fell behind. October 10 I started a part time job. At that time, I made arrangements with Northwestern bank to pay every two weeks until I caught up. At first, their representative tried to force a payment schedule that was impossible to keep. Eventually she agrees to the bi-weekly plan. I would be paying at least an extra 50.00 a month with an extra payment when three pay periods fell within one month.
The situation was made worse when the bank started charging me over draft fees for a check that I did not write and refused to cover. They were charging fees on fees. The overdraft balance, I only mention it because the bank representative verbally stated they were going to add them into my mortgage.
The banks representative continually changed her story on the loan late fees. It went from no late fees to partial to the full amount.
At the end of July, I called to check the status of my load. I was told that I as still two months behind. After 8 months of paying an extra 50.00 plus extra payments in April I was no closer to being caught up.
In August and September, I dropped my payment back down to 200.00. I was angry and frustrated. In October, I missed a payment. I was ill and missed a full week of work. On approximately October 7, a representative from the bank appeared at my door unannounced and uninvited to take pictures of my house for foreclosure. I ordered him off my property and called the bank. I was told that the Northwestern was going to foreclose. I was again 2 ½ months behind. Their new representative refused to tell me where the extra money I had been sending had gone. I asked for a written accounting of my payments. He agreed to send it the next day. It never arrived. Instead, I received a letter demanding immediate payment of 1,427.08. This amount is equal to seven house payments.
I had been paying by money order. When I was organizing the money order receipts, I realized the one receipt the bank sent was short. At the time I receive it, I hadn’t looked at it. It was a mistake on my part. I should have paid closer attention.
My last payment was returned. In spite of my efforts to meet my obligation, Northwestern Bank has decided to go forward with the foreclosure. I have filed a complaint with the State and have contacted a financial councilor. In addition, I have once again asked for an accounting of my payments. I was told it would be forthcoming.
The question must be asked--how many people have they done this too. Is Northwestern Bank really a lending institution or are they a loan shark.
Fall of 2009, I had been out of work for over two years, but was still able to keep up with my mortgage payments Northwestern Bank until my unemployment ran out and fell behind. October 10 I started a part time job. At that time, I made arrangements with Northwestern bank to pay every two weeks until I caught up. At first, their representative tried to force a payment schedule that was impossible to keep. Eventually she agrees to the bi-weekly plan. I would be paying at least an extra 50.00 a month with an extra payment when three pay periods fell within one month.
The situation was made worse when the bank started charging me over draft fees for a check that I did not write and refused to cover. They were charging fees on fees. The overdraft balance, I only mention it because the bank representative verbally stated they were going to add them into my mortgage.
The banks representative continually changed her story on the loan late fees. It went from no late fees to partial to the full amount.
At the end of July, I called to check the status of my load. I was told that I as still two months behind. After 8 months of paying an extra 50.00 plus extra payments in April I was no closer to being caught up.
In August and September, I dropped my payment back down to 200.00. I was angry and frustrated. In October, I missed a payment. I was ill and missed a full week of work. On approximately October 7, a representative from the bank appeared at my door unannounced and uninvited to take pictures of my house for foreclosure. I ordered him off my property and called the bank. I was told that the Northwestern was going to foreclose. I was again 2 ½ months behind. Their new representative refused to tell me where the extra money I had been sending had gone. I asked for a written accounting of my payments. He agreed to send it the next day. It never arrived. Instead, I received a letter demanding immediate payment of 1,427.08. This amount is equal to seven house payments.
I had been paying by money order. When I was organizing the money order receipts, I realized the one receipt the bank sent was short. At the time I receive it, I hadn’t looked at it. It was a mistake on my part. I should have paid closer attention.
My last payment was returned. In spite of my efforts to meet my obligation, Northwestern Bank has decided to go forward with the foreclosure. I have filed a complaint with the State and have contacted a financial councilor. In addition, I have once again asked for an accounting of my payments. I was told it would be forthcoming.
The question must be asked--how many people have they done this too. Is Northwestern Bank really a lending institution or are they a loan shark.
Tuesday, November 02, 2010
How to Find True Solutions to Natural Healing and total Wellness
Until You Walk the Path, You Don’t Know Where it Goes will be hosting author and guide to spiritual healing Sheila Z. Stirling Ph.D on November 7, 2010 at its new time 7 pm eastern.
Sheila is a walking inspiration to all . Her sharing and loving energy and open wisdom inspires not only her clients but all who come near to feel their own divinity and connection with their spiritual source. Bringing out the greatness in others through her inspirational and transformational workshops, sacred ceremonies, meditations, talks, classes and sharing of her channels and tools for your greatest life now has brought a deeper and profound healing and so wellness for so many beings worldwide.
Sheila Z is an International Inspirational Speaker and catalyst for wellness and success. Author of Books and music on joyous living. A true visionary of our time. She was hand chosen by Al Gore for the Climate Project and Sheila is an expert on “Intentional Wellness” and energy healing.
She is a professional intuitive and works with people to understand the underlying causes of problems in their life. Increasing energy, joy and effectiveness in your life. To learn more about Sheila before the show and to read excerpts of her book, “Love and Illusion”, go to her site at http://truelife-solutions.com/
Tune into http://www.blogtalkradio.com/theresachaze on November 7 at 7:00 pm eastern to learn true solutions to natural healing and total wellness from author and spiritual healer Sheila Z. Sterling Ph.D. The phone lines and chat will be available for those who wish to participate. The phone number is (347) 324-3745. The interactive chat room is available on the show’s page.
Monday, November 01, 2010
U.S. Military Statistics October 30, 2030
U.S. Military Killed in Action:
Iraq:10/30/10: no reports current: 4760
Afghanistan:10/30/10: no reports current: 1363
IRAQ:
Wounded Total (to 4/30/10): 54,834
Killed in Action, September, 2010: 7
Wounded, April,2010: 40
Iraqi Civilians Killed: 1,366,350
AFGHANISTAN:
Wounded Total (to 6/30/10): 6,773
Killed In Action,September,2010: 56
Wounded, May, 2010: 406
Wounded, June,2010: 517
> KILLED IN ACTION
SSG William T. Latham, 29, U.S. Army, Kingman, Arizona (hostile fire)
PFC Michael R. Deuel, 21, U.S. Army, Nemo, South Dakota (hostile fire--small arms fire)
SGT Michael L. Tosto, 24, U.S. Army, Apex, North Carolina (non-hostile--illness)
PVT Robert L. Frantz, 19, U.S. Army, San Antonio, Texas (hostile fire--grenade)
PVT Shawn D. Pahnke, 25, U.S. Army, Shelbyville, Indiana (hostile fire--sniper fire)
SPC Joseph D. Suell, 24, U.S. Army, Lufkin, Texas (non-hostile--suicide)
PFC Ryan R. Cox, 19, U.S. Marine Corps, Derby, Kansas (non-hostile--weapon discharge--accident)
SSG Andrew R. Pokorny, 30, U.S. Army, Naperville, Illinois (non-hostile--vehicle accident)
SPC John K. Klinesmith Jr., 35, U.S. Army, Stockbridge, Georgia (non-hostile--drowning)
PFC Gavin L. Neighbor, 20, U.S. Army, Somerset, Ohio (hostile fire--RPG attack)
SGT Michael E. Dooley, 23, U.S. Army, Pulaski, Virginia (hostile fire--small arms fire)
PVT Jesse M. Halling, 19, U.S. Army, Indianapolis, Indiana (hostile fire--RPG attack)
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"Another nation is made out to be utterly depraved and fiendish,while one's own nation stands for everything that is good and noble. Every action of the enemy is judged by one standard--every action of oneself by another.
Even good deeds by the enemy are considered a sign of particular devilishness, meant to deceive us and the world, while our bad deeds are necessary and justified by our noble goals,which they serve."
Eric Fromm
U.S. psychologist, academic, author
Iraq:10/30/10: no reports current: 4760
Afghanistan:10/30/10: no reports current: 1363
IRAQ:
Wounded Total (to 4/30/10): 54,834
Killed in Action, September, 2010: 7
Wounded, April,2010: 40
Iraqi Civilians Killed: 1,366,350
AFGHANISTAN:
Wounded Total (to 6/30/10): 6,773
Killed In Action,September,2010: 56
Wounded, May, 2010: 406
Wounded, June,2010: 517
> KILLED IN ACTION
SSG William T. Latham, 29, U.S. Army, Kingman, Arizona (hostile fire)
PFC Michael R. Deuel, 21, U.S. Army, Nemo, South Dakota (hostile fire--small arms fire)
SGT Michael L. Tosto, 24, U.S. Army, Apex, North Carolina (non-hostile--illness)
PVT Robert L. Frantz, 19, U.S. Army, San Antonio, Texas (hostile fire--grenade)
PVT Shawn D. Pahnke, 25, U.S. Army, Shelbyville, Indiana (hostile fire--sniper fire)
SPC Joseph D. Suell, 24, U.S. Army, Lufkin, Texas (non-hostile--suicide)
PFC Ryan R. Cox, 19, U.S. Marine Corps, Derby, Kansas (non-hostile--weapon discharge--accident)
SSG Andrew R. Pokorny, 30, U.S. Army, Naperville, Illinois (non-hostile--vehicle accident)
SPC John K. Klinesmith Jr., 35, U.S. Army, Stockbridge, Georgia (non-hostile--drowning)
PFC Gavin L. Neighbor, 20, U.S. Army, Somerset, Ohio (hostile fire--RPG attack)
SGT Michael E. Dooley, 23, U.S. Army, Pulaski, Virginia (hostile fire--small arms fire)
PVT Jesse M. Halling, 19, U.S. Army, Indianapolis, Indiana (hostile fire--RPG attack)
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"Another nation is made out to be utterly depraved and fiendish,while one's own nation stands for everything that is good and noble. Every action of the enemy is judged by one standard--every action of oneself by another.
Even good deeds by the enemy are considered a sign of particular devilishness, meant to deceive us and the world, while our bad deeds are necessary and justified by our noble goals,which they serve."
Eric Fromm
U.S. psychologist, academic, author
Saturday, October 30, 2010
How to Survive the 12:12 Energy Challenges
Until You Walk the Path, You Don’t Know Where it Goes will be hosting Minister Moo-Tawahz on October 31, 2010 at 4 pm eastern. We will be talking about how to survive the rapidly changing energy.
Minister Moo-Twahz is a 6th Generation spiritual advisor and healing. He Teaches that all healing is self healing. His unorthodox spiritual beliefs give alternative paths to spirituality, life and healing. His viewpoints and penchant for speaking the truth often turns friends into enemies. Those who are ready to start on the path of truth by remembering who they are and are meant to be can understand his message. His radio show, Manifest Station can be found at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/manifestation.
Tune into http://www.blogtalkradio.com/theresachaze on October 31 at 4:00 pm eastern to to learn how to survive the rapidly changing energy from Minister Moo-Twahz. The phone lines and chat will be available for those who wish to participate. The phone number is (347) 324-3745. The interactive chat room is available on the show’s page.
Minister Moo-Twahz is a 6th Generation spiritual advisor and healing. He Teaches that all healing is self healing. His unorthodox spiritual beliefs give alternative paths to spirituality, life and healing. His viewpoints and penchant for speaking the truth often turns friends into enemies. Those who are ready to start on the path of truth by remembering who they are and are meant to be can understand his message. His radio show, Manifest Station can be found at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/manifestation.
Tune into http://www.blogtalkradio.com/theresachaze on October 31 at 4:00 pm eastern to to learn how to survive the rapidly changing energy from Minister Moo-Twahz. The phone lines and chat will be available for those who wish to participate. The phone number is (347) 324-3745. The interactive chat room is available on the show’s page.
Thursday, October 28, 2010
U.S Military War Casualties in Irag and Afghanistan
U.S. Military Killed in Action:
Iraq:10/27/10: 1 current: 4759
Afghanistan:10/27/10: 1 current: 1360
IRAQ:
Wounded Total (to 4/30/10): 54,834
Killed in Action, September, 2010: 7
Wounded, April,2010: 40
Iraqi Civilians Killed: 1,366,350
AFGHANISTAN:
Wounded Total (to 6/30/10): 6,773
Killed In Action,September,2010: 56
Wounded, May, 2010: 406
Wounded, June,2010: 517
> KILLED IN ACTION:
SPC Orlando A. Perez, 23, U.S. Army, Houston, Texas (hostile fire--small arms fire)
2ND LT Jeremy L. Wolfe, 27, U.S. Army, Menomonie, Wisconsin (hostile--helicopter crash)
SPC John R. Sullivan, 26, U.S. Army, Countryside, Illinois (hostile--helicopter crash)
CWO Erik C. Kesterson, 29, U.S. Army, Independence, Oregon (hostile-helicopter crash)
PFC Sheldon R. Hawk Eagle, 21, U.S. Army, Grand Forks, North Dakota (hostile--helicopter crash)
SPC Eugene A, Uhl III, 21, U.S. Army, Amherst, Wisconsin (hostile-helicopter crash)
SGT Warren S. Hansen, 36, U.S. Army, Clintonville, Wisconsin (hostile--helicopter crash)
SPC William D. Dusenbery, 30, U.S. Army, Fairview Heights, Illinois (hostile-helicopter crash)
SPC Ryan T. Baker, 24, U.S. Army, Brown Mills, New Jersey (hostile-helicopter crash)
SGT Michael D. Acklin II, 25, U.S. Army, Louisville, Kentucky (hostile--helicopter crash)
SGT Timothy L. Hayslett, 26, U.S. Army, Newville, Pennsylvania (hostile fire--IED attack)
SPC Irving Medina, 22, U.S. Army, Middletown, New York (hostile fire-IED attack)
PFC Jacob S. Fletcher, 28, U.S. Army, Bay Shore, New York (hostile fire-IED attack)
Friday, October 22, 2010
Tribute To the Troops: No Soldier, Sailor or Airman Left Behind
Virtual Entertainment Radio Network announces the premiere of its new military show, Tribute to the Troops on October 26, 2010 7:00 to 8:00pm CST . Hosted by MSgt (ret) Rich Bauer USAF, MSgt Jeff Cluster (USAF) and MSgt Duane Fly (USAF) Tribute to the Troops will address all aspects of military life. They will be talking to government, civilian and veteran’s organizations, asking the questions and getting the answers so Tribute to the Troops’ goal: ensure that not one soldier/airman/or sailor will be left behind on information.
Tribute to the Troops is designed to be an information hub, which will help members of the military, veterans and their families find resources and support. It is a program that supports current members of the military as well as veterans. Every week different Guests will educate and address issues that are important to past, present and future military members, as well as their family, on different subjects. Listeners will also be able ask questions or make comments in real time by using the phone, the Internet or Skype
Not limited to military personnel or veterans, Tribute to the Troops will also give civilians an unique insight into what it means to serve as well as the issues and problems family members must daily face on a daily basis, especially while the military member is deployed. The show will help civilians better understand what it means to serve and how to better relate to their military family members or friends; and possibly help them.
Tune into http://www.stltalkradio.com/tributetothetroops on October 26, 2010 7:00 to 8:00pm CST to listen to the premiere show of 'Tribute to the Troops'.
Tribute to the Troops is designed to be an information hub, which will help members of the military, veterans and their families find resources and support. It is a program that supports current members of the military as well as veterans. Every week different Guests will educate and address issues that are important to past, present and future military members, as well as their family, on different subjects. Listeners will also be able ask questions or make comments in real time by using the phone, the Internet or Skype
Not limited to military personnel or veterans, Tribute to the Troops will also give civilians an unique insight into what it means to serve as well as the issues and problems family members must daily face on a daily basis, especially while the military member is deployed. The show will help civilians better understand what it means to serve and how to better relate to their military family members or friends; and possibly help them.
Tune into http://www.stltalkradio.com/tributetothetroops on October 26, 2010 7:00 to 8:00pm CST to listen to the premiere show of 'Tribute to the Troops'.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Rhiannan Price From The Mission Continues Talks About Wounded Warriors
Until You Walk the Path, You Don’t Know Where it Goes will be hosting Rhiannan Price Project Manager with The Mission Continues on October 24, 2010 at 5 pm eastern. We will be talking about how The Mission Continues helps Wounded Warriors as well as how other may get involved.
Rhiannan Price has been a Project Manager with The Mission Continues since September 2009 after finishing two years as a Community Development Volunteer with the United States Peace Corps in the Commonwealth of Dominica. As a Project Manager, Rhiannan coordinates volunteer activities and cultivates partnerships with corporations and organizations to strengthen our service projects. She is currently managing The Mission Continues’ partnership with Target to host 11 local service projects on Veterans Day to join veterans, active duty service-members and civilians in service to their communities.
The Mission Continues and Target are recruiting volunteers to participate in this nationwide service project on Veterans Day with the hope of not only empowering community members to serve, but also connecting them with our nation’s wounded and disabled veterans who are eager to continue serving their country.
Rhiannan comes to The Mission Continues with an extensive background in service both abroad and locally. She graduated from Xavier University in 2007 with a BA in Philosophy, Politics, and the Public and is currently attending University of Denver where she is studying for a Masters in International Human Rights. Rhiannan’s commitment to service has taken her to Ukraine, France, the Eastern Carribean and back to her native St. Louis.
Tune at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/theresachaze on October 24 at 5:00 pm eastern to to learn how The Mission Continues is helping the Wounded Warriors and how others can get involved. The phone lines and chat will be available for those who wish to participate. The phone number is (347) 324-3745. The interactive chat room is available on the show’s page
Rhiannan Price has been a Project Manager with The Mission Continues since September 2009 after finishing two years as a Community Development Volunteer with the United States Peace Corps in the Commonwealth of Dominica. As a Project Manager, Rhiannan coordinates volunteer activities and cultivates partnerships with corporations and organizations to strengthen our service projects. She is currently managing The Mission Continues’ partnership with Target to host 11 local service projects on Veterans Day to join veterans, active duty service-members and civilians in service to their communities.
The Mission Continues and Target are recruiting volunteers to participate in this nationwide service project on Veterans Day with the hope of not only empowering community members to serve, but also connecting them with our nation’s wounded and disabled veterans who are eager to continue serving their country.
Rhiannan comes to The Mission Continues with an extensive background in service both abroad and locally. She graduated from Xavier University in 2007 with a BA in Philosophy, Politics, and the Public and is currently attending University of Denver where she is studying for a Masters in International Human Rights. Rhiannan’s commitment to service has taken her to Ukraine, France, the Eastern Carribean and back to her native St. Louis.
Tune at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/theresachaze on October 24 at 5:00 pm eastern to to learn how The Mission Continues is helping the Wounded Warriors and how others can get involved. The phone lines and chat will be available for those who wish to participate. The phone number is (347) 324-3745. The interactive chat room is available on the show’s page
U.S Military War Casualties in Irag and Afghanistan
U.S. Military Killed in Action:
Iraq:10/20/10: no reports current: 4758
Afghanistan:10/2010: 1 current: 1354
IRAQ:
Wounded Total (to 4/30/10): 54,834
Killed in Action, September, 2010: 7
Wounded, April,2010: 40
Iraqi Civilians Killed: 1,366,350
AFGHANISTAN:
Wounded Total (to 6/30/10): 6,773
Killed In Action,September,2010: 56
Wounded, May, 2010: 406
Wounded, June,2010: 517
> KILLED IN ACTION:
SPC Luke S. Runyan, 21, U.S. Army, Spring Grove, Pennsylvania (hostile fire--small arms fire)
SGT Edmond L. Randle Jr., 26, U.S. Army, Carol City, Florida (hostile fire--IED attack)
SSG Roland L. Castro, 26, U.S. Army, San Antonio, Texas (non-hostile--weapon discharge)
SGT Keicia M. Hines, 27, U.S. Army, Citrus Heights, California (non-hostile-vehicle accident)
SSG Ricky L. Crockett, 37, U.S. Army, Broxton, Georgia (hostile fire--IED attack)
CWO Ian D. Manuel, 23, U.S. Army, ______Florida (hostile--helicopter crash)
CWO Phillip a. Johnson Jr., 31, U.S. Army, ____Alabama (hostile--helicopter crash)
SSG Craig Davis, 37, U.S. Army, Opelousas, Louisiana (hostile--helicopter crash)
SPC Christopher A. Golby, 26, U.S. Army, Johnstown, Pennsylvania (hostile-helicopter crash)
SPC Nathaniel H. Johnson, 22, U.S. Army, Augusta, Georgia (hostile--helicopter crash)
SGT 1ST CLASS Gregory B. Hicks, 35, U.S. Army, Duff, Tennessee (hostile--helicopter crash)
SPC Michael A. Diraimondo, 22, U.S. Army, Simi Valley, California (hostile-helicopter crash)
SGT Jeffrey C. Walker, 33, U.S. Army, Havre de Grace, Maryland (hostile--helicopter crash)
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In the struggle of Good against Evil, it's always the people who get killed.
Eduardo Galeano
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President OBA ma NEEDS to hear from you.
> www.whitehouse.gov/CONTACT/
> Comment Line: 202-456-1111
> Switchboard: 202-456-1414
> Fax: 202-456-2461
Iraq:10/20/10: no reports current: 4758
Afghanistan:10/2010: 1 current: 1354
IRAQ:
Wounded Total (to 4/30/10): 54,834
Killed in Action, September, 2010: 7
Wounded, April,2010: 40
Iraqi Civilians Killed: 1,366,350
AFGHANISTAN:
Wounded Total (to 6/30/10): 6,773
Killed In Action,September,2010: 56
Wounded, May, 2010: 406
Wounded, June,2010: 517
> KILLED IN ACTION:
SPC Luke S. Runyan, 21, U.S. Army, Spring Grove, Pennsylvania (hostile fire--small arms fire)
SGT Edmond L. Randle Jr., 26, U.S. Army, Carol City, Florida (hostile fire--IED attack)
SSG Roland L. Castro, 26, U.S. Army, San Antonio, Texas (non-hostile--weapon discharge)
SGT Keicia M. Hines, 27, U.S. Army, Citrus Heights, California (non-hostile-vehicle accident)
SSG Ricky L. Crockett, 37, U.S. Army, Broxton, Georgia (hostile fire--IED attack)
CWO Ian D. Manuel, 23, U.S. Army, ______Florida (hostile--helicopter crash)
CWO Phillip a. Johnson Jr., 31, U.S. Army, ____Alabama (hostile--helicopter crash)
SSG Craig Davis, 37, U.S. Army, Opelousas, Louisiana (hostile--helicopter crash)
SPC Christopher A. Golby, 26, U.S. Army, Johnstown, Pennsylvania (hostile-helicopter crash)
SPC Nathaniel H. Johnson, 22, U.S. Army, Augusta, Georgia (hostile--helicopter crash)
SGT 1ST CLASS Gregory B. Hicks, 35, U.S. Army, Duff, Tennessee (hostile--helicopter crash)
SPC Michael A. Diraimondo, 22, U.S. Army, Simi Valley, California (hostile-helicopter crash)
SGT Jeffrey C. Walker, 33, U.S. Army, Havre de Grace, Maryland (hostile--helicopter crash)
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Samhain Festival at Circle Sanctuary Nature Preserve
Samhain Festival
October 29 - 31, 2010
at Circle Sanctuary Nature Preserve
west of Mount Horeb & north of Barneveld, Wisconsin
25 miles west of Madison, Wisconsin
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Samhain, popularly known as Halloween, occurs in late October and early November. For most Wiccan practitioners, this is the New Year, and a time for letting go of the old and looking ahead to the new. It marks the end of the harvest season. Since ancient times, Pagans have paid their respects to departed loved ones, ancestors, and guides in the Spirit World at Samhain. The Goddess manifests as the Crone and the God as the Horned Hunter and Lord of Death. Sacred colors are Black and Orange. It is the festival of endings and transformation.
# Activities at this year's Samhain include: Friday night's Witches' Ball, featuring Stone Ring
# Workshops by Rev. Nora Cedarwind Young, Rev. Selena Fox and others
# Samhain Ritual by Revs. Georgette and Bob Paxton
# Childrens' Programming
# Circle Sanctuary Annual Meeting
# And much more!
For a list of what to bring, schedule and descriptions of activities, and other info:
http://www.circlesanctuary.org/samhain
Program Schedule
Friday, October 29
10 AM Ministers' Intensive: Home Funerals with Nora Cedarwind Young
More and more families, loved ones and communities are choosing to care for their beloved dead at home. Learn this legal, time honored way of caring for a loved one that has crossed over the threshold to the Summerland. Learn about the laws in your state and how healing this hands on gift can be.
Noon Gate open for general arrivals
1 PM Opening Ritual & Festival Blessing
Join in a Community blessing of the Festival and Festival Grounds and an honoring of Samhain. Bring a rhythm instrument to play if you have one.
1:30 - 3 PM Writing your Own Obituary with Nora Cedarwind Young
This is a journaling class in open format with discussion about this exercise and how you would like others to learn of your death, what parts of your life or relationships you would or would not like to be mentioned and some of the more common practices around obituaries today. This is a great tool and insightful class. Come learn some things about yourself!
1:30 - 3 PM Nature Walk - with Reed
Walk the land with Reed and see the true beauty and glory of the season.
1:30 - 3 PM Childrens' Programming: Crafting Trick or Treat Bags with Jen and Bo
Reuse old T-Shirts to make reusable and washable trick-or-treat bags!
3:30 PM David & Jeanet Ewing's 20th anniversary handfasting with Selena Fox and others
5:00 PM Dinner
6 PM Arrivals for those attending Witches Ball only (with departures by 1 am)
7 PM - 12:30 AM Witches Ball - with live music by the Celtic band, Stone Ring.
Join in the fun. Dress in costume, if you wish! Enjoy the band performing Celtic tunes and other music. Dance, socialize, make merry! Some refreshments provided.
7 - 8:30 PM Childrens' Programming: Movie Time - Caspar the Friendly Ghost
8:30 PM Childrens' Programming: Final Parental Pickup
Saturday, October 30
7:30 - 9 AM Continental Breakfast
9:30 - 10 AM Community Music-making
10 AM - 11 AM Circle Sanctuary Annual Meeting
Includes review of Annual Report and 2009 Financial Statement, as well as the Strategic Planning process currently underway.
9:30 AM Childrens' Programming: Childrens' Orientation with Jen and Bo
Discussion with youth and parents about the land, and about appropriate behavior at Circle events.
11 AM - Noon Community Visioning
Mediated small-group dialogue / focus groups for visioning Circle's next year and beyond. Must come to the Annual Meeting to participate.
Noon - 1:30 PM Potluck Lunch
1:30 PM The Six Essential Documents Everyone Needs at End-of-Life, Now! with Nora Cedarwind Young
There are six essential documents that every person should have completed and file today! Death comes at many unexpected times and if you do not have these documents in order, you make a great difficulty for your loves left holding the bag without legal documents giving proper authority. Do you want your next of kin making your decisions, or do you want them to be yours? Come learn how this chance to get your paperwork in order will relive the paperwork load at end-of-life.
1:30 PM Childrens' Programming: Craft Workshop with Jen and Bo
painting patches for what will be sewn into a quilt and donated later to Circle Sanctuary. (making bags for anyone who missed Friday) Youth will be given square bits of fabric to paint on (or embroider). They will be asked to create things that reflect their own Samhain beliefs. I will collect the squares, quilt them together later and donate the finished project to Circle.
2:30 PM Crossing-Over Rites with Selena Fox
Old and New rites to aid the dying in their transition.
3:30 PM Pagans and Hospice Care - panel discussion with Nora Cedarwind Young, Heather Ockler and Selena Fox
Small pumpkins will be hidden around the grounds and the children will be sent on a pumpkin hunt. After the hunt they will go trick or treating.
3 PM Childrens' Programming: Pumpkin Hunt & Trick-or-Treating with the Ghetto Shamans
painting patches for what will be sewn into a quilt and donated later to Circle Sanctuary. (making bags for anyone who missed Friday) Youth will be given square bits of fabric to paint on (or embroider). They will be asked to create things that reflect their own Samhain beliefs. I will collect the squares, quilt them together later and donate the finished project to Circle.
5 PM Raffle Drawings & Silent Auction results
6 PM Dinner
7:30 - 8:30 PM Bonfire Magick: Drumming, Chanting, Storytelling, Preparation for Samhain Ritual
8:30 - 10 PM Samhain Ritual by Georgette, Bob, Selena & others
The veil between the worlds is thin this night. We'll cross it and gather messages from departed loved ones then return again to celebrate life and the Celtic New Year.
8:30 PM Childrens' Programming: Pumpkin Decoration and Crafting
Crafting, storytelling and hot cocoa!
10 PM Samhain Celebration Bonfire at Festival Circle
10:30 PM - dawn Samhain Visioning Labyrinth at Candlelit Spiral Labyrinth with Florence, Katrina and Vanessa
Sunday, October 31
7:30 - 9 AM Continental Breakfast
10 AM Childrens' Programming: Childrens' Service Project Contest
Youth will be given a list of 'services' they can complete within camp and the grounds. Each service will have a points value. (10 points for helping a camp elder take down and pack up their tent, 1 point for each piece of trash collected... exc.) they will turn in points after 1 hour and each child will be recognized for his or her work with prize
10 - 11 AM Native American Views of the Afterlife - with Shine
11:30 AM Samhain Festival Closing Ritual - with Bob & Georgette
Noon Lunch
1 - 4 PM Green Cemetery Open House in Circle Cemetery
Open public event including discussion of Green Cemetery and Home Burial practices, cremains interment and tours of Circle Cemetery.
Items To Bring
# Contribution for potluck feast to feed at least two dozen, for Saturday dinner. For details, please see our Potluck Guidelines.
# Flowers and/or herbs (fresh or dried) to place at gravesites at the cemetery (optional)
# Quartz crystals, dried herbs, or other small tokens of remembrance to be interred during the Cemetery rite (optional)
# Bring items for the ancestors and recently departed altars - photos or small personal items and candles.
# Candy for the trick-or-treaters on Saturday afternoon
# Old T-shirts to donate to the childrens' program for crafting time
# (adults & children) Costumes
# Items to donate for the Raffle and Silent Auction
# Bring dried herbs for offerings during rituals.
# Bring a pumpkin or gourd to carve for decorating the temple room and ritual spaces.
# Bring a mug or cup to drink from
# Camping Gear: tent, sleeping bag, pillow, air mattress, flashlight, water jug, towel, biodegradable soap and shampoo, personal toiletries, sungear, raingear. NOTE: Night-time temperatures at Samhain can dip into the 30s - - please pack accordingly!
YOUTH ITEMS TO BRING:
# Costumes
# Large Bag to collect pumpkins and Halloween candy
# Large Bag of Halloween Candy for Kids
# 1 Camp Chair, per kid, for the Kid�s Clubhouse
Registration
PRICING
Adults (each): Before 10/11 10/11 - 10/21 After 10/22 and At Gate
3 Days $80 $95 $110
Any 2 Days $50 $60 $75
Any 1 Day (Fri. includes Witches' Ball) $35 $45 $50
Witches' Ball (Friday) only $15 $20 $25
Children 5+ (each) Before 10/11 10/11 - 10/21 After 10/22 and At Gate
3 Days $35 $35 $40
2 Days $25 $25 $30
Any 1 Day (Fri. includes Witches' Ball) $15 $15 $20
Witches' Ball (Friday) only $7 $7 $10
Children under 5 are free.
If interested in vending, please register as usual and contact Bob Paxton: bob@circlesanctuary.org
Cancellations received before October 24th will be refunded minus 50% processing fee. Cancellations received on October 24th or later will not be refunded. Please refer to Circle's cancellation policy if you should need to cancel your event registration.
For more information contact events@circlesanctuary.org or call the Circle office at (608) 924-2216.
October 29 - 31, 2010
at Circle Sanctuary Nature Preserve
west of Mount Horeb & north of Barneveld, Wisconsin
25 miles west of Madison, Wisconsin
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Samhain, popularly known as Halloween, occurs in late October and early November. For most Wiccan practitioners, this is the New Year, and a time for letting go of the old and looking ahead to the new. It marks the end of the harvest season. Since ancient times, Pagans have paid their respects to departed loved ones, ancestors, and guides in the Spirit World at Samhain. The Goddess manifests as the Crone and the God as the Horned Hunter and Lord of Death. Sacred colors are Black and Orange. It is the festival of endings and transformation.
# Activities at this year's Samhain include: Friday night's Witches' Ball, featuring Stone Ring
# Workshops by Rev. Nora Cedarwind Young, Rev. Selena Fox and others
# Samhain Ritual by Revs. Georgette and Bob Paxton
# Childrens' Programming
# Circle Sanctuary Annual Meeting
# And much more!
For a list of what to bring, schedule and descriptions of activities, and other info:
http://www.circlesanctuary.org/samhain
Program Schedule
Friday, October 29
10 AM Ministers' Intensive: Home Funerals with Nora Cedarwind Young
More and more families, loved ones and communities are choosing to care for their beloved dead at home. Learn this legal, time honored way of caring for a loved one that has crossed over the threshold to the Summerland. Learn about the laws in your state and how healing this hands on gift can be.
Noon Gate open for general arrivals
1 PM Opening Ritual & Festival Blessing
Join in a Community blessing of the Festival and Festival Grounds and an honoring of Samhain. Bring a rhythm instrument to play if you have one.
1:30 - 3 PM Writing your Own Obituary with Nora Cedarwind Young
This is a journaling class in open format with discussion about this exercise and how you would like others to learn of your death, what parts of your life or relationships you would or would not like to be mentioned and some of the more common practices around obituaries today. This is a great tool and insightful class. Come learn some things about yourself!
1:30 - 3 PM Nature Walk - with Reed
Walk the land with Reed and see the true beauty and glory of the season.
1:30 - 3 PM Childrens' Programming: Crafting Trick or Treat Bags with Jen and Bo
Reuse old T-Shirts to make reusable and washable trick-or-treat bags!
3:30 PM David & Jeanet Ewing's 20th anniversary handfasting with Selena Fox and others
5:00 PM Dinner
6 PM Arrivals for those attending Witches Ball only (with departures by 1 am)
7 PM - 12:30 AM Witches Ball - with live music by the Celtic band, Stone Ring.
Join in the fun. Dress in costume, if you wish! Enjoy the band performing Celtic tunes and other music. Dance, socialize, make merry! Some refreshments provided.
7 - 8:30 PM Childrens' Programming: Movie Time - Caspar the Friendly Ghost
8:30 PM Childrens' Programming: Final Parental Pickup
Saturday, October 30
7:30 - 9 AM Continental Breakfast
9:30 - 10 AM Community Music-making
10 AM - 11 AM Circle Sanctuary Annual Meeting
Includes review of Annual Report and 2009 Financial Statement, as well as the Strategic Planning process currently underway.
9:30 AM Childrens' Programming: Childrens' Orientation with Jen and Bo
Discussion with youth and parents about the land, and about appropriate behavior at Circle events.
11 AM - Noon Community Visioning
Mediated small-group dialogue / focus groups for visioning Circle's next year and beyond. Must come to the Annual Meeting to participate.
Noon - 1:30 PM Potluck Lunch
1:30 PM The Six Essential Documents Everyone Needs at End-of-Life, Now! with Nora Cedarwind Young
There are six essential documents that every person should have completed and file today! Death comes at many unexpected times and if you do not have these documents in order, you make a great difficulty for your loves left holding the bag without legal documents giving proper authority. Do you want your next of kin making your decisions, or do you want them to be yours? Come learn how this chance to get your paperwork in order will relive the paperwork load at end-of-life.
1:30 PM Childrens' Programming: Craft Workshop with Jen and Bo
painting patches for what will be sewn into a quilt and donated later to Circle Sanctuary. (making bags for anyone who missed Friday) Youth will be given square bits of fabric to paint on (or embroider). They will be asked to create things that reflect their own Samhain beliefs. I will collect the squares, quilt them together later and donate the finished project to Circle.
2:30 PM Crossing-Over Rites with Selena Fox
Old and New rites to aid the dying in their transition.
3:30 PM Pagans and Hospice Care - panel discussion with Nora Cedarwind Young, Heather Ockler and Selena Fox
Small pumpkins will be hidden around the grounds and the children will be sent on a pumpkin hunt. After the hunt they will go trick or treating.
3 PM Childrens' Programming: Pumpkin Hunt & Trick-or-Treating with the Ghetto Shamans
painting patches for what will be sewn into a quilt and donated later to Circle Sanctuary. (making bags for anyone who missed Friday) Youth will be given square bits of fabric to paint on (or embroider). They will be asked to create things that reflect their own Samhain beliefs. I will collect the squares, quilt them together later and donate the finished project to Circle.
5 PM Raffle Drawings & Silent Auction results
6 PM Dinner
7:30 - 8:30 PM Bonfire Magick: Drumming, Chanting, Storytelling, Preparation for Samhain Ritual
8:30 - 10 PM Samhain Ritual by Georgette, Bob, Selena & others
The veil between the worlds is thin this night. We'll cross it and gather messages from departed loved ones then return again to celebrate life and the Celtic New Year.
8:30 PM Childrens' Programming: Pumpkin Decoration and Crafting
Crafting, storytelling and hot cocoa!
10 PM Samhain Celebration Bonfire at Festival Circle
10:30 PM - dawn Samhain Visioning Labyrinth at Candlelit Spiral Labyrinth with Florence, Katrina and Vanessa
Sunday, October 31
7:30 - 9 AM Continental Breakfast
10 AM Childrens' Programming: Childrens' Service Project Contest
Youth will be given a list of 'services' they can complete within camp and the grounds. Each service will have a points value. (10 points for helping a camp elder take down and pack up their tent, 1 point for each piece of trash collected... exc.) they will turn in points after 1 hour and each child will be recognized for his or her work with prize
10 - 11 AM Native American Views of the Afterlife - with Shine
11:30 AM Samhain Festival Closing Ritual - with Bob & Georgette
Noon Lunch
1 - 4 PM Green Cemetery Open House in Circle Cemetery
Open public event including discussion of Green Cemetery and Home Burial practices, cremains interment and tours of Circle Cemetery.
Items To Bring
# Contribution for potluck feast to feed at least two dozen, for Saturday dinner. For details, please see our Potluck Guidelines.
# Flowers and/or herbs (fresh or dried) to place at gravesites at the cemetery (optional)
# Quartz crystals, dried herbs, or other small tokens of remembrance to be interred during the Cemetery rite (optional)
# Bring items for the ancestors and recently departed altars - photos or small personal items and candles.
# Candy for the trick-or-treaters on Saturday afternoon
# Old T-shirts to donate to the childrens' program for crafting time
# (adults & children) Costumes
# Items to donate for the Raffle and Silent Auction
# Bring dried herbs for offerings during rituals.
# Bring a pumpkin or gourd to carve for decorating the temple room and ritual spaces.
# Bring a mug or cup to drink from
# Camping Gear: tent, sleeping bag, pillow, air mattress, flashlight, water jug, towel, biodegradable soap and shampoo, personal toiletries, sungear, raingear. NOTE: Night-time temperatures at Samhain can dip into the 30s - - please pack accordingly!
YOUTH ITEMS TO BRING:
# Costumes
# Large Bag to collect pumpkins and Halloween candy
# Large Bag of Halloween Candy for Kids
# 1 Camp Chair, per kid, for the Kid�s Clubhouse
Registration
PRICING
Adults (each): Before 10/11 10/11 - 10/21 After 10/22 and At Gate
3 Days $80 $95 $110
Any 2 Days $50 $60 $75
Any 1 Day (Fri. includes Witches' Ball) $35 $45 $50
Witches' Ball (Friday) only $15 $20 $25
Children 5+ (each) Before 10/11 10/11 - 10/21 After 10/22 and At Gate
3 Days $35 $35 $40
2 Days $25 $25 $30
Any 1 Day (Fri. includes Witches' Ball) $15 $15 $20
Witches' Ball (Friday) only $7 $7 $10
Children under 5 are free.
If interested in vending, please register as usual and contact Bob Paxton: bob@circlesanctuary.org
Cancellations received before October 24th will be refunded minus 50% processing fee. Cancellations received on October 24th or later will not be refunded. Please refer to Circle's cancellation policy if you should need to cancel your event registration.
For more information contact events@circlesanctuary.org or call the Circle office at (608) 924-2216.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Operation Home Base
OPERATION HOME BASE-No good deed goes unpunished. To read the proposal and an excerpt of the pilot go to
http://www.theresachaze.com
U.S. Military Killed in Action:
Iraq:10/18/10: no reports current: 4758
Afghanistan:10/1810: 3 current: 1353
IRAQ:
Wounded Total (to 4/30/10): 54,834
Killed in Action, September, 2010: 7
Wounded, April,2010: 40
Iraqi Civilians Killed: 1,366,350
AFGHANISTAN:
Wounded Total (to 6/30/10): 6,773
Killed In Action,September,2010: 56
Wounded, May, 2010: 406
Wounded, June,2010: 517
> KILLED IN ACTION:
SSG Sean G. Landrus, 31, U.S. Army, Thompson, Ohio (hostile fire--IED attack)
SGT Travis A. Mothart, 23, U.S. Army, Brownsville, Oregon ( hostile fire-IED attack)
SSG Lester O. Kinney II, 27, U.S. Army, Zanesville, Ohio (hostile fire--IED attack)
SGT 1ST CLASS James T. Hoffman, 41, U.S. Army, Whitesburg, Kentucky ( hostile fire-IED attack)
2ND LT Luke S. James, 24, U.S. Army, ________ Oklahoma (hostile fire-IED attack)
SGT Cory R. Mracek, 26, U.S. Army, Hay Springs, Nebraska (hostile fire-IED attack)
CAPT Mathew J. August, 28, U.S. Army, North Kingstown, Rhode Island (hostile fire--IED attack)
1ST LT Adam G. Mooney, 28, U.S. Army, Cambridge, Maryland (non-hostile--helicopter crash)
SSG Christopher Bunda, 29, U.S. Army, Bremerton, Washington (non-hostile-drowning)
CWO Patrick D. Dorff, 32, U.S. Army, Buffalo, Minnesota (non-hostile--helicopter crash)
PFC Ervin Dervishi, 21, U.S. Army, Fort Worth, Texas (hostile fire-RPG attack)
SGT Randy S. Rosenberg, 23, U.S. Army, Berlin, New Hampshire (hostile fire--car bomb )
Friday, October 08, 2010
Intuitive Scott Grossberg Shows the Path to Spiritual Healing
Until You Walk the Path, You Don’t Know Where it Goes will be once again hosting intuitive reader and author Scott Grossberg on October 10 at 5 pm eastern. He will be doing readings and sharing how we can bring peace into our lives
Scott Grossberg has followed a lifelong study of the symbols, metaphors, images, and meanings that life shows us everyday. Scott has traveled throughout the world, amazing people of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures with his performances. The insights his audiences receive have been demonstrated, time and time again, in universities, homes, and boardrooms, alike. He is a highly sought-after performer, public speaker, and popular guest on radio. He is a professional member of the National Speakers Association, The Academy of Magical Arts/Magic Castle in Hollywood, the International Brotherhood of Magicians (Order of Merlin, Shield), and the British Society of Mystery Performers.
Tune at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/theresachaze October 10 at 5:00 pm eastern to listen to Scott Grossberg talk his path to spiritual healing. The phone lines and chat will be available for those who wish to receive a reading or ask questions. The phone number is (347) 324-3745. The interactive chat room is available on the show’s page
Wednesday, October 06, 2010
Vetern and Activist Richard Bauer Endorses Military Series, Operation Home Base
Veteran, military activist and talk show host, Richard Bauer actively endorses the new military series, Operation Home Base.
Bauer served in the United States Air Force Command from 1988-2010. As a Inventory Management Specialist, he coordinated supply for the Air National Guard at Jefferson Barracks. He insured the mobility assets were available for deployment and all personnel were properly fitted and ready in the event of war. June 2000 – March 2003, Bauer performed military funeral honors for deceased active duty, retired and veteran personnel at Scott Air Force Base-Belleville IL. As Command and Control-flight Follower from April 2003-January 2006, he was the command agent responsible for the accurate, real-time global command control of all AMC directed tanker and airlift Missions in support of national interests worldwide. From May 1999-June 2010, he worked in the defense and space industry as the Missouri State employee, providing funeral honors for deceased veterans and retirees for the entire eastern part of Missouri. Currently, he is the host of Tribute to the Troops on the Virtual Entertainment Radio Network. It is a program that supports current members of the military as well as veterans. The program will educate and explore questions or problems relating to military personnel. By coalescing governmental, civilian and veteran’s organizations, Tribute to the Troops’ goal is to insure that not one soldier/airman/or sailor is left behind..
Of Operation Home Base, Bauer said:
“WOW...this is awesome, breath taking, and splendid; words cannot express my gratitude or thankfulness. I think you got a real winner. God Bless you for finally opening the family life of the military spouse to the general public.”
Rich Bauer MSgt USAF (Ret.)
Bauer’s associate said:
'I think the script is dealing in uncharted waters. This will be like nothing ever produced! What a brilliant idea to expose to the general audience real life situations that our fellow soldiers have to deal with returning home. Bravo!'
Two different members of the military and both Senior NCO's looked at the script like the military (Department of Defense--Washington) would look at it and we both agreed you got a hit.
Combining MASH and Little House on the Prairie into a family of man drama, Operation Home Base combines the real life challenges of living the military life with a fictional world-wide conspiracy of intrigue, murder, and lies. Refusing to be bullied, OHB begins to unravel the lies that surround the disappearance of Bogley and his squad.. Unable to deter them with the stick, their lead detractor does an about face and offers to support OHB with endless financial, political and logistic support. Is it a honest humanitarian offer or are their enemies trying to destroy it from the inside out.?
From the PTSD of the Vietnam nurses to the murder of a Marine’s therapy dog that leads to a wild and crazy fundraising fair, OHB will make the viewers laugh and cry. It will also build a bridge of understanding between those who serve and civilians. The viewers will be able to easily relate to the characters as family members, friends or the person they see in the mirror. Unlike most new shows, which either appeal to adults or children, OHB will be a drama that will appeal to the whole family
To read the full proposal and an excerpt of the pilot go to http://www.theresachaze.com/Operation_Home_Base.html
Saturday, October 02, 2010
Michigan Fall Color Tour
http://www.PureMichiganBalloon.com The spectacular fall colors of Michigan are glorious when Flying OVER the woods and streams in a hot air balloon. Former Miss Michigan Gina Valo and literary agent Peter Miller flew with Scott Lorenz owner of Westwind Balloon Company in a fall color balloon ride over Kensington Metro Park last fall. Lorenz says "Balloon flights make memorable gifts and are bucket list items for many. It's a terrific group gift or gift for the boss, sweet heart and a balloon flight is the perfect unforgettable Christmas present." Hot air balloon rides in Michigan are available from May thru October. Visit: www.WestwindCos.Com/balloon or call 734-667-2098. Gift certificates available.
Company: Westwind Balloon Company
Website: www.WestWindCos.com/Balloon
Friday, October 01, 2010
Paranormal Romance: Never Can Say Good-Bye
Never Can Say Good-bye is a paranormal romance reminiscent of the Reincarnation of Peter Proud and Fatal Attraction. Elizabeth arrives in Coyote Springs to help a friend. Instead she learns that love and hate survive death.
To read an excerpt of the script go to www.theresachaze.com
Until You Walk the Path: Author, Ambassador, and Veteran Charles Ray
Until You Walk the Path, You Don’t Know Where it Goes will be hosting author Ambassador Charles Ray on October 3 at 5 pm eastern.
Charles Ray was bitten by the writing bug in his teens when he won a short story contest sponsored by a national Sunday school magazine. As a young soldier in Germany in the early 60s, he frequently contributed poetry to the Stars and Stripes newspaper.
From the late 1960s through the early 80s Ray did magazine and newspaper writing, photography and cartooning, and was editorial cartoonist for the Spring Lake (NC) News. He has done magazine cover art and photography and cartoons for publications such as Ebony, Essence, and Asia Magazine. Ray has written on everything from cultural history to travel to theatrical reviews.
His first book length work was a leadership book, “Things I Learned from My Grandmother About Leadership and Life,” published in 2008. This was followed in 2009 by “Taking Charge: Effective Leadership for the Twenty-first Century.” In 2009, he published an e-novel, “Color Me Dead,” a mystery featuring DC-based private investigator, Al Pennyback. He has since published “Deadline” and “Memorial to the Dead,” in the Al Pennyback series. These books are at Lebrary.com.
His recent book, “Angel on His Shoulder,” available at amazon.com in paperback and lebrary.com as an e-book, is a fantasy/humor book about Winston Nesbitt, a 40-year-old loser whose grandmother comes back to life as a twelve-inch tall impish spirit who complicates his boring life.
Tune in at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/theresachaze on October 3 at 5:00 pm eastern to learn more about Ambassador Charles Ray work.. The phone lines and chat will be available for those who wish to talk to Charles Ray call (347) 324-3745 or Skype is available by using the click to talk on the show page.. The interactive chat room is also available.
Monday, September 27, 2010
Blue Bloods: Where was Tom Selleck?
Blue Blood led CBS to rating victory on Friday night. But in spite of its success, I kept wondering where Tom Selleck was. An actor who looked very much like him appeared occasionally on the screen, but the vibrant, multi-dimensional actor that I have always enjoyed failed to make an appearance.
Blue Bloods is the story of a New York family, who has a multi-generational tradition of service in the police department. Selleck plays the current Police Commissioner, whose youngest son has just joined his brothers as the newest rookie. With a conspiracy within the police department and a secret society, Blue Bloods implied that the youngest son will be investigating his family, including his father. The problem is that no one cares. None of the family members are likeable or interesting.
Tom Selleck always gives a diamond performance. Even characters who would normally be one dimensional, he has been able to breathe life into, giving them depth with humor, character and likeability. Whether a good guy as in Magnum or the not-so-much of the white hat with the dark character Jesse Stone, Selleck’s eyes were always lit with his inner passion. As Frank Reagan, Selleck’s eyes were lifeless. In fact, the character was a little more than a prop for the younger characters as was Len Cariou’s. Part of me kept waiting for the real Selleck to make an appearance. Sadly, he never did arrive.
Over all the show reminded me of out of sync gears, where the teeth failed to properly work in tandem. Or better said a choir that was singing the same song, but the individual singers fail to listen to each other. The detective son was simply unlikable. His blaming his bad behavior on his military experience just made me dislike him even more. It was just one more stereotype those who serve simply don’t need. The daughter and the youngest son had no personality. I would like to comment on Cariou character, but he wasn’t given enough air time for me to comment beyond Cariou is normally first rate.
To be honest, I was hoping Blue Bloods would be a dog simply because I wanted Selleck to portray Deek in my military series, Operation Home Base. After hearing the rumors of trouble on the set, I held out a glimmer of hope. But I was realistic enough to start looking elsewhere to cast the role. Before watching Blue Bloods, I didn’t think Selleck had a bad performance in him. He was never just a pretty face, but a talented professional who has always brought passion and life to his work. Do I still want him to play Deek? You-betcha in a heart beat. Will I watch Blue Bloods again? No. There isn’t anything in the show interesting enough for me to spend the hour.
Blue Bloods is the story of a New York family, who has a multi-generational tradition of service in the police department. Selleck plays the current Police Commissioner, whose youngest son has just joined his brothers as the newest rookie. With a conspiracy within the police department and a secret society, Blue Bloods implied that the youngest son will be investigating his family, including his father. The problem is that no one cares. None of the family members are likeable or interesting.
Tom Selleck always gives a diamond performance. Even characters who would normally be one dimensional, he has been able to breathe life into, giving them depth with humor, character and likeability. Whether a good guy as in Magnum or the not-so-much of the white hat with the dark character Jesse Stone, Selleck’s eyes were always lit with his inner passion. As Frank Reagan, Selleck’s eyes were lifeless. In fact, the character was a little more than a prop for the younger characters as was Len Cariou’s. Part of me kept waiting for the real Selleck to make an appearance. Sadly, he never did arrive.
Over all the show reminded me of out of sync gears, where the teeth failed to properly work in tandem. Or better said a choir that was singing the same song, but the individual singers fail to listen to each other. The detective son was simply unlikable. His blaming his bad behavior on his military experience just made me dislike him even more. It was just one more stereotype those who serve simply don’t need. The daughter and the youngest son had no personality. I would like to comment on Cariou character, but he wasn’t given enough air time for me to comment beyond Cariou is normally first rate.
To be honest, I was hoping Blue Bloods would be a dog simply because I wanted Selleck to portray Deek in my military series, Operation Home Base. After hearing the rumors of trouble on the set, I held out a glimmer of hope. But I was realistic enough to start looking elsewhere to cast the role. Before watching Blue Bloods, I didn’t think Selleck had a bad performance in him. He was never just a pretty face, but a talented professional who has always brought passion and life to his work. Do I still want him to play Deek? You-betcha in a heart beat. Will I watch Blue Bloods again? No. There isn’t anything in the show interesting enough for me to spend the hour.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Silas Kain's "Soap-osal"
Until You Walk the Path, You Don’t Know Where it Goes is hosting television critic and Soap Opera Advocate Silas Kain on September 19 at 5 pm eastern
Since the cancellation of Another World, Kain has been actively fighting to save daytime serials. As a fan and businessman, Kain believes his “Soap-osal” will not only revitalize the soap genre, but help local community theatres, the country’s struggling economy and the entertainment industry as a whole. His plan involves holding companies, whose products and services became successful because of the genre, and the networks, whose prime time programming was financially supported for decades, responsible to the genre and the fans, who make their financial success possible. In addition, SAG and AFTRA need to fully support all their members, not just those who work in prime time and film.
His plan proves a fresh approach not only to marketing the programming, but how the industry can revitalize itself by contributing and creating venues on the local level across the country. By reintroducing the Arts into high schools and supporting community theatres, the entertainment industry not only gives back for the decades of support, but it also creates new jobs and inspires people of all ages to believe in their talents.
Tune in at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/theresachaze on September 19 at 5:00 pm eastern to learn more about the Kain proposal and how viewers can become involved. The phone lines and chat will be available for those who wish to ask questions or make a statement. The phone number to call is (347) 324-3745. Skype is available by using the click to talk on the show page.
If you are unable to listen to the live show. It will be available in archives.
Since the cancellation of Another World, Kain has been actively fighting to save daytime serials. As a fan and businessman, Kain believes his “Soap-osal” will not only revitalize the soap genre, but help local community theatres, the country’s struggling economy and the entertainment industry as a whole. His plan involves holding companies, whose products and services became successful because of the genre, and the networks, whose prime time programming was financially supported for decades, responsible to the genre and the fans, who make their financial success possible. In addition, SAG and AFTRA need to fully support all their members, not just those who work in prime time and film.
His plan proves a fresh approach not only to marketing the programming, but how the industry can revitalize itself by contributing and creating venues on the local level across the country. By reintroducing the Arts into high schools and supporting community theatres, the entertainment industry not only gives back for the decades of support, but it also creates new jobs and inspires people of all ages to believe in their talents.
Tune in at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/theresachaze on September 19 at 5:00 pm eastern to learn more about the Kain proposal and how viewers can become involved. The phone lines and chat will be available for those who wish to ask questions or make a statement. The phone number to call is (347) 324-3745. Skype is available by using the click to talk on the show page.
If you are unable to listen to the live show. It will be available in archives.
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