Politics: If you think it doesn't affect you...think again!

Okay world. Doggebone is mad. Doggebone is fed up and so is his Mom! It's time to get serious. The holidays were wonderful and chatting about my daily life is fun, but there comes a time for serious business and it is NOW!

Mom received information that has truly disturbed her. And if something upsets Mom, it also upsets Doggebone.

Many of you reading this might not see how the politics of today affect you, especially if you are healthy and young, but one day YOU will be in need and where will you be?

You, my fellow Americans, have less than one year (about 11 months) to decide how you will vote in 2010. So think carefully and consider the facts. Yes, the FACTS...not what the Obama administration or other leaders in Washington want you to believe.

• The U.S. House and Senate have voted themselves $4,700 and $5,300 raises.
• They voted to not give you a Social Security cost of living raise in 2010 and 2011.
• Medicaid premiums will go up $285.60 for the 2 years
• You will not get the 3% COLA (cost of living adjustment) of $660/yr.
• Your total 2 year loss and cost is -$1,600 or -$3,200 for husband and wife.
• Over 2 years they each get $10,000

Does this not matter to you? If you are healthy and young, you might say it doesn’t. But what about your grandma and grandpa? What if your child or spouse becomes disabled and needs SSI (supplemental security income) and Medicaid to make ends meet because of excessive medical bills? And what about when you are older? If you do not act now, there will be nothing left for you. Do you hear me? Nothing left.

Do you not feel SCREWED?

What about the increases you face concerning the cost of prescription drugs, doctor fees, local taxes, and food, etc.? Will the House and Senate take over these costs for you? Of course not.

Instead, they will have a raise and better benefits. You mean nothing to them. And why should you? You have never complained or spoken up before. Do you not think that they view you as either too stupid to know the difference or assume that you simply do not care.

Do you really think that Nancy Pelosi, Harry Reid, or anyone else in Washington cares about you? It is past time for you to care...for you to take action. Pull a Trump. Tell them “You’re Fired.”

In November 2010 you will have a chance to make a change…to fire those sitting in Congress. You will have a chance to fire up to 1/3 of the Senate and 100% of the House.

Don’t get complacent over the next 11 months. Stay fired up and remind their replacements NOT TO SCREW UP.

Plus, consider the 28th Amendment (sure, it’s one of those further down the list and few Americans really consider or even know about):

“Congress shall make no law that applies to the citizens of the United States that does not apply equally to the Senators or Representatives, and Congress shall make no law that applies to the Senators or Representatives that does not apply equally to the citizens of the United States.”

Washington is IGNORING the laws of our nation and making new rules to suit their own agendas.

What can you do? Pass the message on to everyone you know…and then some. Show Washington that Americans are fed up…that we are taking OUR nation back!

If you sit idle and do nothing, keep your mouth shut when you have nothing!

Doggebone's Christmas

Hi all! Doggebone had a wonderful Christmas! My mom invited the family to our house for food and fun. I loved the samplings I received. Holiday ham is amazing. I discovered that turkey is almost as good as chicken nuggets. Sausage balls and Chex Mix aren't too bad either! I was dying for chocolate but Mom refused. Oh, how wonderful it smelled, too!

I didn't expect a gift, after all, I am a dog. But my Aunt Terri brought me an amazing package. I have my own Mighty Dog tag which I wear proudly. I do think it has helped my muscles grow. I feel invincible! If you have watched the movie Bolt, you know how Doggebone is feeling with his new Mighty powers. And before you disagree, I have documentation to prove it. I have my own Mighty ID card personalized with MY name. I am available for watch dog positions if anyone has an opening. I am Mighty Doggebone!

Mom said that Aunt Terri was going to bring me a Santa suit but the pet store had sold out. I didn't tell Mom (shhh!) but I am actually glad. Sometimes Mom goes a bit overboard with dressing me. I am a bit embarassed when she takes me out in the cow print fleece sweater. Imagine what the guys think. It even has ears. Most of the time I tend to stay close to home when Mom makes me wear that. Just think of the jokes I'd hear if the guys saw me in a Santa suit. Humans have no idea of the peer pressures we dogs face....especially the guy dogs. Geesh!

Anyway, I did have a great Christmas. My great newphew, Nathan, celebrated his first Christmas and it was fun watching him with his gifts. It seems that he likes the same parts that I like --paper and boxes. That boy has excellent taste! Now, don't argue with me. Paper and boxes provide hours of fun and entertainment, not to mention they are cost-efficient gifts. Something was wrong with Nathan's gifts though. They had toys and clothes stuck to them. Humans! I'll never fully understand them. Maybe they thought they were giving a two-fer-one. Who knows!

After my human siblings cleared out, Mom and I snuggled on the couch and watched movies (along with "the feline"). It seems Mom likes Lifetime Movie Network during the holidays. She's a crier, too. So, she had me worried. At first I didn't know it was the movie. I was trying to figure out what was wrong with her, consoling her and all. I suppose it's another weird human thing that we dogs will never understand. Kind of like how Mom will never understand that I have to hike versus squatting. And she wonders why those crazy puppy pads never worked for me. I am a man. I have to go outside like a man. I need bushes and tires. Speaking of tires...that is one of the best parts of having the family over for Christmas. Tires galore! I hope they come every year. I think they should come on ALL holidays!

Before I go, I will update you on my assistant, Connie Cotton. Well, I guess she isn't my assistant any longer. Mom put her on "the chain." I've come to realize that dogs who do not listen and continue to get into things they are not supposed to go to "the chain." I am not positive but I think Connie abused some of the puppies, terrorizing one so much that he still cries when someone walks by...even when Mom puts food in his bowl. What a shame. I thought Connie was different from the others but you just never know about people, do you? Maybe it's one of those female things. Maybe she is a bipolar canine or something. She is sweet and loving then...BAM! Attack the puppies. Mom says it's jealousy. I say that the "chain" won't cure jealousy but Mom is in charge (or so I let her think).

Well ya'll, I better run. Literally. I have to "go" and it is freezing outside.

Until next time, shake a leg!
~Doggebone

Breaking news! Weather update...again

Hi out there...It's Doggebone with Breaking News!

It is snowing. I repeat. It is snowing.
Stay in bed.

I was first on the scene, gathering scientific evidence (see images below). I witnessed this phenomena myself. Little droplets of soft white something-or-other is falling from the sky. According to my research, this is snow, indeed. I am not sure how long this is supposed to last, but it is cold. I repeat. It is cold. Stay in bed.

 Testing chill factor differences: Doggebone, sitting; assistant Connie Cotton, standing

 

 Investigation: Doggebone inspects weather droppings

 Research: Testing for effects of cold

Emergency meeting: Doggebone and Assistant, Connie Cotton, discuss weather conditions.

Stay tuned for additional updates. Doggebone will be on the frontline (no, not the flea medicine -I take the pill) to provide you with the most current weather information. At least, if my mom allows it.

This has been a Doggebone Breaking News Weather Update. You can now return to your regular Friday night plans. However, I recommend that you stay in bed.

~Doggebone

Doggebone weather update

Hi cyber friends! It's me, Doggebone.

I take my job as weather dog quite seriously. I want my friends to be prepared in all seasons. So, having said that, it is time for a weather update.

Doggebone weather report:
It is cold. Stay in bed.
Possible snow flurries later today. Stay in bed.

Cold weather activities:
This is the perfect weather for movies. Watch from your bed.
If you are hungry, be quiet and still...almost lethargic. Your mom will worry and bring you a treat...and you never have to leave the bed.
Let the cats inside. The fluffy creatures help keep you warm while you stay in bed.
Need to "go"? Hold it. Refrain from drinking water. Stay in bed.

That's it for now. Doggebone will post updates as weather conditions change.

Until next time, stay warm...in bed.

~Doggebone