the feast

Isn't it Refreshing?

2009-02-10T07:57:00.000-08:00

Isn't it refreshing to listen to a President at a news conference who does not snicker when asked viable questions; who does answer the question asked and does it in a fashion that people can understand; who displays sincerity about his belief for what is good for America; and is more than capable of answering the questions with complete sentences? Americans no longer need to cringe when their president is given a microphone!

. . . and a sad one too . . . .

2009-01-20T18:20:00.000-08:00

I was thrilled that my third-grade son got a chance to view a portion of the inaugural ceremonies today at his school, but completely distraught that my 7th-grade daughter did not get the same opportunity. Of course, I have more recordings of today's events than Hannah will ever be interested in watching, but I was truly saddened to know that not one single teacher whose class she attended today made any mention of the inauguration. HELLO?! This is history in the making. We are living in an historic time. What a shame for those who may some day read about it in the history books and only then become aware that they were here, living in the midst of it. If only their teachers had discussed it, or at the very least, mentioned it. I've long known that I live smack in the middle of a community whose political views differ from mine. The fact that Barack Obama did not win the majority of the vote in this community does not support any educator's decision to ignore today's inauguration. I am truly unhappy to learn that my daughter has a history teacher who chose to not take full advantage of such an unbelievable opportunity to not only TEACH history, but to live it with his students. How sad I am for my daughter, and other students in this community who seem to be shielded from this monumental occasion. Not only has the first ever African-American taken the oath of the highest office in the land, this dignified, well-spoken individual is from our own state. Did the teachers not know that? Ironically, Mahomet schools are considered outstanding . . . . and yet this moment in history went "unmentioned" on the very day that it happened in a school full of young learners. How is that possible? I regret that I have no explanation for my children as to why this community that aspires to be progressive, can't escape its conservatism. I am grateful, however, that my parents exposed me to the world of politics at a very young age. I'm grateful that while my daughter moans when I launch in to my political editorial of the day, that she does hear some of what I say and later gives it thoughtful consideration. And I'm grateful in knowing that she and Riley both might some day appreciate their early exposure to real-world issues. And even if the day comes that we don't share the same political views, I will be grateful that they have some views of their own, developed from awareness, encouragement and knowledge that begins at a very young age. At least it begins at a young age in our household.

A Good Day

2009-01-20T11:08:00.000-08:00

As I watched Joe Biden take the oath of office, I thought I could not have been more enthusiastic as I was at that moment. I wanted to jump for joy and shout "Farewell Dick". I secretly hoped that someone would wheel him off the platform right then and there. I watched in awe as our new Commander-In-Chief, President Barack Obama, gave yet another inspiring and eloquent speech. I wanted to cry out, AMEN. I literally did so at the end of the benediction (which was fabulous). I was pleased, as many were, to see our truly humble, dignified new president, escort the former first family to their final point of departure from the capital of our country. I still wonder how we as a nation allowed such an indignant administration to remain in charge for the past eight years. But alas, we now look ahead to challenges and changes that as daunting as they may be, will be handled in a manner in which we can all be proud. While none of us, nor the new administration, can fix the issues at hand, we can feel confident that we, as citizens of The United States of America, will be given utmost consideration for what is truly in our best interest as a people and as a nation. The two men in the White House now are not only intelligent and well-spoken, they are compassionate and committed to an agenda that benefits all Americans, not just their own itinerary. Praise God. This IS a good day.

Blago!!

2008-12-10T21:04:00.000-08:00

Uh, Ladies, I don't know if you heard, but Blago was arrested yesterday. And not only that, but the removal of him from office is probably going to take way too much money and time. Isn't anyone outraged or just really excited for something to fill your political junkie low?! HEEEELLLLLLOOOOOOOOO!!!!

At the very least tell everyone to check out John Stewart's coverage of the excitement over the last few days because it's entertaining, to say the least.

Oh, yea, and I gave everybody admin priv so hopefully you can post with freedom now.

a close call

2008-11-22T22:46:00.000-08:00

Ok, so maybe philosophy isn't our thing. We've established what the mccabesisters blog is not great at: answering the most difficult, painful questions that exist.

It's good to flesh these things out early. We don't want to give people the wrong idea. Really, it's a good thing that no one answered with something life changing, or this blog would just be going down a road that we did NOT anticipate.

Good work sisters. Crisis averted.

Help me Understand

2008-11-17T07:45:00.000-08:00

As some of you may already know, Ryan Coe is battling for his life. I hope that you all can take one moment of your time to pray for him. As a friend of Michele's, I cannot begin to express my deep sadness about what this must be like for her, a mom. I know that we have all suffered tragedy in our lifetime and I know that death is inevitable for all of us. But I don't understand why a mother loses her child; her teenage child at that. And how, then, does she go on believing that God had a plan; and what possible plan could that be when someone so young and innocent is taken from you. I am so sad for Michele and I cannot begin to fathom how she has, or can continue to believe that God is good. There have been times when I have questioned my own faith, and ultimately I continue to believe. But this has hit me so hard. My heart aches for her and at the same time I feel guilty or selfish for praising God that I have two healthy children. And I DO praise God every single day. Why are we so blessed only to know that in an instant our blessings can be taken away? I just don't get it.

2008-11-16T05:27:00.000-08:00

ok, question. what is the difference between a follower and a contributer?

confusion

2008-11-16T05:22:00.000-08:00

OK, i think i am in now. however, I am unsure about titles, posting, the whole structure of the blog. i am sure i will put things in the wrong place but i will persevere. what a great idea! a place for the sisters to talk all the time to each other and everybody else, instead of only on the second saturday. (like we weren't doing that already)

I'm in.

2008-11-15T05:03:00.000-08:00

Hey, I'm in. And I did it all by myself!! Now, lets see if I can think of something to say that will be memorable. Nope, can't right now. But, there's HOPE. The new feeling for all of us now. I'll put my thinking cap on ( or just drink more coffee) and be back later.
Sister Mary Colleen

there she is

2008-11-14T11:10:00.000-08:00

Well, I'm sure some of you have something to say about this possibility...

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/13/us/politics/15clinton.html?hp.

And can I say that on the news today I thought she looked great...

Aesthetics and Directions

2008-11-13T21:40:00.000-08:00

I'm sure I don't have to say this, but be sure to share your feelings about the look of the page if the colors give you a headache or the font is too small. warning - I might feel compelled to change the colors based on the holidays. In reflection, I realize that this is completely inline with sister habits. hehe. sister habits.

ok, it's late.

one more thing. If any of you are unfamiliar with how this works.. Click on the title of the post to see the comments displayed with the post. Comment to your heart's content. And all the sisters can be contributors if you want. (That means you can write your own post.) I'll work on making that a possibility. One more thing, you can add a link to an article/video/picture in a comment or a in a post. I will move these links to the side where we have links to interesting things under the title EMPHATIC. We can also add a section for photos. I'll work on that too.

The Beginning

2008-11-13T20:33:00.000-08:00

..of the sisters on the web! At least in this kind of focused, long-term manner. Certainly no one could keep the sisters OFF the web. And let's face it: the volume of their discourse is such that the web has probably already heard their cries and proclamations, laptop handy or not.

But now their discussions will be...
ok, wait. In the spirit of this blog, I am writing this while watching John Stewart and Bill O'Reilly banter and I cannot concentrate on the quality of this post. Does John Stewart actually think he can convert O'Reilly or convince him that the majority of Americans DO want change and CAN think for themselves? And what IS O'Reilly smoking? How can he be so successful when he just talks at people? Unbelievable...

ok, where was I? Oh, yes, the McCabe women cannot be silenced. I think that was mostly my point. Have I made it?