Looking for Help with 501 (c) (3)

I am a board member of GIVE MORE FOR CHILDREN.

We are just now getting the federal status for a Non-Profit agency. Our goal is to provide Grants & Scholarships to help strengthen and educate families .

A non-for profit “Dedicated to helping at risk children improve their quality of life through education and improved family relations.

I am looking for a VOLUNTEER to create a web-page.

I could do it (amongst the other 5,000 projects) however It would not look as nice as a professional.

If you know of anyone with this expertise, and are willing to spread the word, I really appreciate it!
Our goal is to have everything up and running by the First of the Year. We have our State status for 501(c)(3) and we are preparing to file immediately for Federal.

Thanks friends!
D.

I belong to THE Church of Jesus Christ!

Of Latter Day Saints

Enjoy this video highlighting what *I* believe!

Late night movie (Twilight)

I know, I am crazy I went to the midnight showing of TWILIGHT.

It was fun, being one of 4 of the "oldies" at the show. I went with Craig & Consie Skembo. (Thanks for inviting me as the 3rd wheel!)

I only have one question, what is with Theaters not allowing a drink of WATER in? DUH, they give it away free, so why do they care if I bring mine in. I think it is so aggravating & stupid. (pardon my vulgarity)

The night was great, but today the after math was I have been on the couch sleeping & resting, nursing a headache and having NO energy to get any thing accomplished!

I am trying to find my profile pic of my belly, Madi took it, and I am having issues organizing my photos and being able to find them on my external drive, so bear with me as I go on & on with posts and no photos!

Thanks everyone.

The Holidays approaching.

I have been very busy while Wes is home this shift, we have gotten allot accomplished, we finished the drywall in 2 more rooms. Only 1 Left!

He is preparing to leave today, but only after another pet funeral.

Last night after we had all been asleep for a while, Abigel screamed a blood- curdling scream (literally, my blood went cold)

We shot up the stairs as she ran down hers, and she said she heard the dogs and her cat, and she witnessed the attack of 2 St. Bernard's on top of her little kitten.

We honestly did not believe her, we thought it was a nightmare, so Wes & I put on our boots and got the flashlights and went searching. I found her. The dogs were proudly sitting atop their conquest. They honestly thought they were going to be rewarded.

So of course we had to console our girls in the middle of the night. tears and frustration.

Today we are preparing our Thanksgiving Dinner, Wes will not be here for the "official" day.
So after a pet funeral, we will start our Celebrations.

When Freedom of Speech is Compromised (Prop 8 continues)

National Update

Friday, November 07, 2008
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From: Maurine Proctor
Washington, D.C.

Prop 8 Protesters Target the LDS Los Angeles Temple

The LDS Temple in Los Angeles was under siege yesterday by 2,000 protesters angry over the Church's role in passing Proposition 8, forcing the temporary closure of the temple. According to reports, a gay activist called the temple saying they would be protesting outside the temple permanently until there is gay marriage.
Signs were hung from the fence around the temple and protesters screamed in anger, snarled afternoon rush-hour traffic and said, "This isn't going to stop us...If we do this we have a chance." "We're going to fight it until the world changes," protesters claimed.

"Shame on you," chanted the protesters. Outside the temple, grafitti was scrawled on the walls and signs hung, "Go back to Utah," and "Go to hell Mormons." Their signs said, "No on H8."

Protesters promised to go after the Church's tax-exempt status and harass Mormons who had donated to the cause, listed on a website Mormonsfor8.com. The promise was to make the Mormons pay for their role in the passage of Prop 8.

One LDS member in the area said, "I don't quite understand our police response (even though I'm one of the police). If this was happening at a Jewish synagogue or a Catholic church, we would be arresting people for hate crimes. As it is at the moment, protestors are sitting on the walls of the temple and the police are on the grounds inside. Church members in our area were called last night to come down to the stake center and spend the night protecting the building from vandalism -- it's like 150 years ago."

To see a news report on these events click here.

This was the politics of intimidation and harassment, targeting the LDS church, though many other churches had helped in the effort-and a sample of how the homosexual agenda has spread across the nation. It was like San Francisco mayor, Gavin Newsome, said when he illegally started marrying couples in the city before that America was going to have this whether you like it or not.

It will not be about people being able to vote their conscience, or calmly assess the issues and consequences, but about threats and vilification.

Other churches who participated in the effort have not been similarly targeted.

The LDS Church is, of course, in no danger of losing its tax-exempt status. The only donation made to the campaign according to records was $2,078.97, an expense which covered the travel of church leaders who went to California to meet with the coalition. The Church insists that by law it has the right to speak out on moral issues.

Threats from Blogs Target Christians
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A Worldnetdaily.com article noted that homosexual blogs have been boiling with threats toward Christians. Burn their [blank] churches to the ground, and then tax the charred timbers," wrote "World O Jeff" on a blog. On another website "Tread" wrote, "I hope the No on 8 people have a long list and long knives." On another website, a contributor wrote, "Can someone in CA please go burn down the Mormon temples there, PLEASE. I mean seriously. DO IT."
On another website "scottinsf" wrote, "Trust me. I've got a big list of names of mormons and catholics that were big supporters of Prop 8. ... As far as mormons and catholics ... I warn them to watch their backs."

Another blog entry: "If you're planning a heterosexual wedding in California ... be prepared for picketers. Designate someone to watch the parking lot ... You're going to have lots of unexpected expenses. Add $500 to your budget for security. ... Be prepared for the flowers not lasting to the reception or the tuxedos showing up two sizes too small or the music at the reception being a way too loud or the cake tasting a little funny," stated another threat. "Be afraid. Be very afraid. We are everywhere."

Thus it continues on and on and Matt Barber, director of cultural affairs for Liberty Counsel called the statements "hate crimes" for their intent to create violence against someone based on their beliefs and called on the Human Rights Campaign, the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force and "other leaders within the homosexual lobby" to call for an end to such threats.

Thus, the true colors of some of those who push this agenda are in clear display. It is a kind of domestic terrorism designed to silence and quell anyone who oppose this agenda as it marches through our nation.

On the same day, this happened, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, issued a statement calling for mutual civility. "No one on any side of the question should be vilified, intimidated or harassed." It is a call to turn the other cheek.

Lawsuits against Prop 8

At least three lawsuits have been or are in the process of being filed protesting the passage of Proposition 8.
Andy Pugno, attorney for the Protect Marriage coalition said, "The lawsuit filed today by the ACLU and Equality California seeking to invalidate the decision of California voters to enshrine traditional marriage in California's constitution is frivolous and regrettable. These same groups filed an identical case with the California Supreme Court months ago, which was summarily dismissed. We will vigorously defend the People's decision to enact Proposition 8 . . .

"It should also be noted that the ACLU recently made this same "constitutional revision" claim in a nearly identical matter in Oregon and it was unanimously rejected."

Family Leader's attorneys agree with this estimation.

My thoughts on this will follow this post shortly.

LDS church statement on PROP 8

While some may choose to be offended, I thought I would share this statement from MY Church;
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.


SALT LAKE CITY 5 November 2008 COMMENTARY
Since Proposition 8 was placed on the ballot in June of this year, the citizens of California have considered the arguments for and against same-sex marriage. After extensive debate between those of different persuasions, voters have chosen to amend the California State Constitution to state that marriage should be between a man and a woman. Continued

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* The Church teaches of the importance of the sanctity of marriage between a man and a woman.

Voters in Arizona and Florida took the same course and amended their constitutions to establish that marriage will continue to be between a man and a woman.

Such an emotionally charged issue concerning the most personal and cherished aspects of life — family, identity, intimacy and equality — stirs fervent and deep feelings.

Most likely, the election results for these constitutional amendments will not mean an end to the debate over same-sex marriage in this country.

We hope that now and in the future all parties involved in this issue will be well informed and act in a spirit of mutual respect and civility toward those with a different position. No one on any side of the question should be vilified, intimidated, harassed or subject to erroneous information.

It is important to understand that this issue for the Church has always been about the sacred and divine institution of marriage — a union between a man and a woman.

Allegations of bigotry or persecution made against the Church were and are simply wrong. The Church’s opposition to same-sex marriage neither constitutes nor condones any kind of hostility toward gays and lesbians. Even more, the Church does not object to rights for same-sex couples regarding hospitalization and medical care, fair housing and employment rights, or probate rights, so long as these do not infringe on the integrity of the traditional family or the constitutional rights of churches.

Some, however, have mistakenly asserted that churches should not ever be involved in politics when moral issues are involved. In fact, churches and religious organizations are well within their constitutional rights to speak out and be engaged in the many moral and ethical problems facing society. While the Church does not endorse candidates or platforms, it does reserve the right to speak out on important issues.

Before it accepted the invitation to join broad-based coalitions for the amendments, the Church knew that some of its members would choose not to support its position. Voting choices by Latter-day Saints, like all other people, are influenced by their own unique experiences and circumstances. As we move forward from the election, Church members need to be understanding and accepting of each other and work together for a better society.

Even though the democratic process can be demanding and difficult, Latter-day Saints are profoundly grateful for and respect the ideals of a true democracy.

The Church expresses deep appreciation for the hard work and dedication of the many Latter-day Saints and others who supported the coalitions in efforts regarding these amendments.

Finally some videos!

I started uploading videos this morning at 7 a.m.

I just now finished the loading, The program crashed over & over today making my progress S L O W !

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