31 December 2008
Doug Williams
The Parade Deck News Blog
If you can read this thank a teacher. If you can read this in English thank a Veteran.
Thought for the day…
“We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light.” Plato.
No members of law enforcement have died in the line of duty since the last print date.
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A New Years Eve Message
This is the time of the year that we make a New Year’s Resolution. I along with others have been guilty of not sticking with about 50% of my resolutions. A friend of mine once told me that I should only make resolutions that I know I can keep. Where’s the incentive to make myself a better person? Sure, I have failed to keep my resolutions, but eventually I succeed. It took me almost eight years to quit smoking.
This year I am taking on a tough resolution. I have vowed to be more chartable this year despite these tough economic times. Since the middle of 2008 I have been going through the headache of establishing a nonprofit organization, Operation Homestread, which is designed to help active duty military, reservists, and their surviving spouses cover costs not covered by insurance due to catastrophic loss of a residence by fire, flood, or natural disaster. The paper work is a pain and I am learning the hard way what a job this is. I am also learning what a chore it is to raise funds for an organization that nobody has heard of in our current economic times. Despite all of the mounting obstacles I am facing, I refuse to give up. These brave men and women risk everything to serve us and I think we should serve those who have served us.
You’re probably wondering what prompted me to take on such a task. At first it was for personal reasons; then I became aware of more people in the same position. On 4 July 2008 Petty Officer William Averkamp’s (my children’s stepfather) house burnt down in Cascade, IA. The structure was a total loss, and the family lost one pet. If it weren’t for the quick thinking and the bravery of my son, Zachary Williams, there would have been human causalities as well. Despite the family’s efforts to offset the cost of rebuilding by settling for a smaller house, and doing most of the demolition work on the old structure, Petty Officer Averkamp lost his house because he was unable to cover the cost for the uninsured portion of the construction work. Petty Officer is currently in San Antonio, TX trying to put his life back together.
As I searched for ways to help Petty Officer Averkamp I came across other cases of service member who suffered losses that were not covered by insurance. Most of the damages occurred in the Midwest this past spring due to heavy flooding. The damage ranged from water and mold issues, to total loss of the structure. In most cases the only option for the service member is to walk away from the home. The worst part of the whole affair is that in some cases both the husband and wife were deployed when the incident occurred.
I am waiting for my nonprofit ID number, and I am trying to get a web page up, so I’ll keep you informed on my progress.
Holiday Safety Message
Tonight is a big party night. If you plan to drink, don’t drive. There are plenty of options out there for those who choose to imbibe. You can use a designated driver, call a cab, go to a party sponsored by a hotel, or arrange to spend the night with friends. If you fail to take advantage of one of these options the odds are good that one of America’s finest will provide you with a ride to the nearest jail.
If you are throwing a party tonight please, don’t let your friends get behind the wheel if they’ve been drinking. Remember, as a host you can be found liable in a civil court for allowing someone to leave your party while under the influence. Be a friend and take the keys at the door. Either call a cab for those who insist on going home or plan on making a space for people to spend the night.
Have a safe and Happy New year.
Tough Times for 2009
This New Year our nation will face tough times. Our nation will have to not only deal with an economic depression by 2011, but a growing conflict in the Middle East as well.
This is a time for unity in the US, and the world as well. The Kool-Aid drinkers of the Democratic Party are going must give up their vendetta against the Bush administration and start looking after the interest of the American Taxpayer in order to help repair our broken economic system.
If we allow increases on the small business tax, capital gains tax, or the dividends tax our economy will continue to spiral downward at a rapid rate. We need to eliminate the death tax, and we need major revisions in our tax code. I agree with the assessment of Steve Forbes and Governor Mike Huckabee that is time to implement a flat tax system in our country.
The first thing Congress could do to help the economy is to take a pay cut. Forty percent of every tax dollar is wasted, instead of raising taxes Congress should focus its effort on eliminating waste and fraud. That act alone would go a long way to stopping the financial hemorrhaging. The third thing both parties in Congress must do is quit trying to spend our way out of debt. If Congress could accomplish that, then it would be realistic to begin plans to rebuild our infrastructure.
The world must a united stand to stop terrorism. Instead of criticizing Israel for defending its right to exist, world leaders must demand that the Arab world get Hammas, Hezbollah, and the Iranian government under control. Hammas is a terrorist organization that strikes the innocent and hides among the civilian population. Like al-Qaeda, Hammas exploits the deaths of civilian casualties that occur because of military action taken against them. It’s time for the world to wake up and see what groups like Hammas are about. They live to destroy Israel. They also wish to dominate society by perverting their religion. Anyone who stands against them is a threat, and they will use every method available to carry out their mission.
It’s time that the world quits living in fear of these thugs. We must not cave in to threats of terror. The world must follow the example of Israel and stand up to evil.
Semper Fi
Doug Williams
If you haven’t developed an exercise program for yourself, now’s the time to get started. Consult your Doctor and develop a plan that is right for you. Start slow and make every effort to go the extra mile for yourself. You, not the government are the individual responsible for your health. For those of you who don’t have a profile drop and give me twenty-five. The rest of you need to get creative.
28 December 2008
Doug Williams
The Parade Deck News Blog
If you can read this thank a teacher. If you can read this in English thank a Veteran.
Thought for the day….
“It is better to be envied than to be pitied.” Herodotus
The Parade Deck mourns the passing of the following officers;
Police Officer Mason Samborsky, Oak Park Police Department, Michigan. End of watch Sunday 28 December 2008.
Deputy Sherriff William K Chadwell, Pickaway County Sheriff’s Office, Ohio. End of watch, Wednesday 24 December 2008.
Deputy Sherriff Jeremy Keith Carter, Evangeline Parrish Sheriff’s Office, Louisiana. End of watch, Friday 19 December 2008.
The profiles of these brave individuals can be viewed at www.odmp.org
Lay Out Changes
For those of you who are wondering about the lay out changes and some of the goofy pictures errors, I assure you that the mistakes are unintentional. The photos, maps and layouts looked good in my off line drafts, but they were too complicated for the Word Press format, hence the crazy appearance. Word Press provides blog sites free of charge, so I must be able to work within the allotted parameters since I receive no advertising revenue. Please be patient with me as I format a layout that looks good and best serves my readers.
Officer Down Coverage
Lately you may have noticed that I have been recording the deaths of officers who have died in the line of duty. From time to time we read a story about an officer’s death, and we may notice a mourning band on an officer’s badge; but fourteen days after the officer’s funeral, the mourning band is taken removed from an officer’s badge the officer is forgotten by the public. Some of you have asked me why I have chosen to report their deaths. I do not report their deaths for headlines, but to remind people of how often these unsung heroes give their lives for our safety. (As of this date for 2008, 138 officers have died in the line of duty.) I also do it to honor the brave men and women that I have worked with over the years.
It takes a special kind of person to be a Police Officer. You must be willing to be on duty 24 hours a day. The work is dangerous and often takes precedence over your personal life and that of your family’s as well. When performing your job you will find that your presence is not wanted, even by those you have sworn to protect and serve, and the pay is definitely not nearly enough. (Sounds like what our troops do every day.)
It also takes a special kind of person to be a cop’s spouse. The biggest stressor in a marriage is whether or not one’s spouse is coming home today. Add overtime and court appearances into the equation and the officer are home even less. This can strain a marriage and cause problems with the behavior of their children. These are just a few of the problems that contribute to the high divorce rate in the profession which is why Police Officers tend to marry within their profession.
We read about an officer getting shot in the line of duty but the public is largely unaware of the rise in officer deaths due to traffic deaths. A particularly disturbing trend is the number of officers who are struck by inattentive motorists. For the month of December on the Officer Down Memorial Page, the majority of deaths were a result of being hit by a vehicle. These are deaths that for the most part could have been prevented.
Here are a few safety tips that I recommend to help our officers:
- Pay attention when driving. If you have to use a cell phone, use a hands free device.
- Obey the speed limit, especially on narrow rural roads.
- Exercise seasonal and situational driving habits. Consider visibility and road conditions when driving in bad weather. (Visibility and weather have been a factor in several fatalities.)
- When you see an officer stopped on the side of the road give them plenty of room. If you can’t move into another lane, slow down when passing the scene.
- Don’t rubberneck at the scene of an accident. If you’re paying attention to the road you won’t cause an accident.
Responding to calls and pursuits are two other reasons officers are involved in fatal vehicle accidents. Turn down your stereo when driving and pay attention so that you can see and hear a police car approaching an intersection. Allow the officer to have the right of way, and be aware of additional units that may be following the first officer.
Police pursuits are often the result of high risk behavior by the offender. The reasons for an officer to pursue a suspect rarely involve a serious crime, but are usually misdemeanor, or simply thrill seeking. Several years ago I testified against an individual who led a Virginia State Trooper on a wild chase on some very narrow, curvy, rural roads. The offender made the mistake of bragging to me about the incident. The traffic offense was for speeding. The reason the individual gave me for evading the officer: “It was my birthday and I didn’t want to get a ticket.” According to testimony at the trial the suspect reached speeds of 120 mph. In an attempt to evade the Trooper he went into oncoming traffic and ran several stop signs, nearly struck an elderly gentleman who was checking his mail box, and of course he endangered the Trooper’s life. If you have knowledge of a person who engages in this kind of reckless behavior, report them to the proper authorities, the life you save may be an officer’s or someone you know.
During my time in San Antonio I came to know a large segment of the law enforcement community. We not only saw each other at work, but we spent time on the range, on different college campuses, and occasionally at the bar. Between November of 1978 and April of 1990 I lost seven friends in the line of duty. This was the roughest time in my professional life, and it was the biggest motivator for me to want to work in rural areas. Allow me to introduce you to my friends.
Bernabe “Bernie” Salazar
Detective Bernabe “Bernie” Salazar, end of watch, 16 November 1978. Bernie was shot while serving search warrant on a drug dealer. The dealer claimed that he thought Salazar was a rival drug dealer who was trying to harm him. The jury convicted the suspect of a lesser murder charge. Bernie was 37 years old and had been with the San Antonio Police Department for nine years.
Gilbert Ramariez
Officer Gilbert Ramariez, end of watch 24 December 1983. Gilbert was shot at close range by a shotgun wielding suspect while investigating a family disturbance. Officer Ramariez was 34 years old and had been with the San Antonio Police Department for five years.
Edwyn “Eddie” Gorrell
Officer Edwyn “Eddie” Gorrell, end of watch 5 July 1988. On 22 February 1988 Eddie and his partner Robert Serna were both shot by a suspect while trying to arrest a suspect with a history of mental illness. Eddie died after being in a coma for four months. Officer Serna’s wounds were not life threatening and he returned to duty a short time later. Eddie was 34 years old and had been with the San Antonio Police Department for 2 years.
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Antonio Garcia
Officer Antonio Garcia, end of watch 4 December 1988. Officer Garcia was responding to an officer in trouble call when he lost control of his car in the 6800 block of Culebra road and later died of his injuries. I was on duty when officer Garcia was brought into my emergency room. Unfortunately he would not be the last friend that died before my eyes. Antonio was 26 years old and had been with the San Antonio Police for 2 years.
Patricia Roberta Calderon
Officer Patricia Roberta Calderon, end of watch 27 December 1988. Officer Calderon was chasing a suspect who had stolen two cartons of cigarettes through some heavy brush at two in the morning. Because of the poor visibility at the time, Officer Calderon did not realize that she was near the edge of Salado Creek. Officer Calderon wound up in Salado Creek and was able to get out a distress call before she drowned. It is thought that her body armor and her equipment contributed to her death. Patricia was the first female officer in the San Antonio Police Department to die in the line of duty. At the time the suspect could only be charged with a misdemeanor theft charge. In 1990 the Calderon act was passed by the Texas Legislature. The act allowed for a suspect to be held criminally responsible for the death of an officer during a Pursuit. Patricia was 26 years old and had been with the department for 5 years.
Gary Lee Williams
Officer Gary Lee Williams, (no relation) end of watch 27 March 1989. Gary responded to a suspicious vehicle call at 800 NE Loop 410. Gary encountered two suspects who disarmed him and shot him with his own weapon. He died of his wounds that night at Brooke Army Medical Center. I was talking to Robert Serna at the time Gary was shot, so I was able to hear the officer down call. It was the last time I heard Gary’s voice, and his words still haunt me today.
Roger Henarie
Officer Roger Henarie, end of watch 13 April 1990. Roger was responding to an officer in pursuit call. Roger lost control of his car in the 4600 block of Callaghan road where he struck a utility box. I was on duty that night in the ER, and I was also treating my daughter. Roger took the time to see my daughter and wish her well. I only knew Roger for a short time, but I’ll always remember his great sense of humor.
Moving to a rural area did not prevent me from losing friends on the job, if anything it impacted me more because of the small town atmosphere. Even though I can only raise a glass to toast their memory, I will always have memories of good times with my friends and colleagues.
Semper Fi
Doug Williams
I hope you had a wonder Christmas. Even with all the extra PT I still managed to gain eight pounds, and as of this date I have lost four of it. I hope you all fared better than I did in that department. For all of you who are sitting in front of the TV or computer and are still shoving food in your pie holes; what are you waiting for? Get on your face and start pushing.
22 December 2008
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Doug Williams Christmas Edition
“An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” Luke 2:9-12
Christmas Gifts
My brother is a generous guy who has an appreciation for practical electronic gifts, and he doesn’t mind sharing his enthusiasm with you. Thanks to my brother, my wife and I now own two atomic clocks, and a portable GPS unit. The clock doesn’t live up to its promise of never having to set your clock, but it does give you the date, time and temperature. Did I mention that the clock looks pretty sharp? Well it does, which is why we have one in our kitchen and one in my office. Never mind the fact that I have to change the time during daylight savings time, it looks good. The GPS was a more practical gift. I used it to locate survey markers on properties that my friends have owned, and it has also been useful on hunting trips with friends, even though I am probably one of the few people on earth that know how to use a map and compass.
My brother and I are both guilty of giving white elephants for Christmas gifts. When I was about twelve I thought it would be great to get my mother an iron for Christmas. I must admit that I was totally confused when I was asked to take her present back and get something else. Even though it was a practical gift I soon came to realize that I hadn’t put much thought into my Mother’s Christmas present. As I was standing in line at Sears waiting to return the iron I remembered a conversation I had with the late Jimmy Adkins.
Jimmy was not only a friend, mentor and role model; he was a Father figure as well. When I was about ten the dollar was not going as far as it used to. Knowing that I was limited in my purchases I decided to ask the people on my gift list what they wanted for Christmas; jimmy was naturally the first person that I asked. Jim’s answer was really quite simple and it never changed over the years, “All I want is a pack of white socks.” It was a very practical and simple gift. As I stood in line at Sears that day, I realized I had forgotten part of the lesson part of the lesson learned. As long as you put some thought into it even the simplest gift was a great gift.
I never apologized to my mother for being a dope but I did get her Christmas presents that she appreciated after that. Over the years I have strived to know what my friends and family’s likes and dislikes are. This has gone a long way towards making Christmas shopping a lot easier. I still make a few mistakes every now and then, but for the most part I get it right.
What about those gifts that you really didn’t want? In some cases it’s ok to regift, in other cases simply exchanging the gift is the right thing to do. There are times however, when it’s better to keep your mouth shut.
One year I had dropped numerous hints to my ex-wife about a Colt Commander that was on sale at a local gun shop. She was a reasonably intelligent individual so I figured that I was going to get my Colt after all of these years. On Christmas Eve and invited my friends to our place and we all exchanged gifts. I opened all of my presents, starting with the larger boxes first, but there was no Colt to be found. The last box under the tree was a small 3 x 3 box. As I opened the box I remember thinking maybe she put the receipt in the box, so you can imagine my disappointment when I opened the box and found a new wedding ring. (My old one was working just fine.) My ex could see that I was somehow disappointed, and she was getting that look which was a warning of an imminent explosion. I quickly did the smart thing and kept my mouth shut as I put on my new ring. For those of you who are wondering, I never did get my Colt.
In the past month I have heard many tales about white elephant gifts they received. Few people however, have admitted to making a bad choice when purchasing a gift. Some like Cindy of Omaha, Ne were disappointed when she got a guitar instead of a drum set. Kevin of St. Louis, MO said buying his wife clothing was his big mistake. Shelly and Jennifer of Virginia both received glass pigs for Christmas gifts. Most of the Christmas gifts fit into a few categories.
The top five worst Christmas gifts
Number five: Clothing
Number four: Perfume or Cologne
Number three: Cheap Alcohol
Number two: Goes to Lisa of Elk Wood, VA. A humping monkey.
The number one gift goes to my younger brother Mark.(The guy who’s impressed with electronic gadgets.) Mark bought his wife a bathroom scale with a lot of bells and whistles.
For those of you who are wondering, my brother is still alive. Fortunately for him his wife Cindy is a forgiving soul who believes that it’s the thought that counts.
My wife Kathleen and I would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Remember not to drink and drive, and take the time to work off some of that food your stuffing in your face. If you see a member of our armed forces or law enforcement out on the street please take the time to wish them a Merry Christmas.
Semper Fi
Doug Williams
21 December 2008
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Doug Williams
If you can read this thank a Teacher. If you can read this in English thank a Veteran.
Thought for the day…
“Be careful about reading health books. You might die of a misprint.” Mark Twain.
The Parade Deck mourns the following officers:
Capt. Tom Tennant. Woodburn Police Department, Oregon. End of watch: Friday, 12 December 2008.
Senior Trooper William Hakim. Oregon State Police, Oregon. End of watch: Saturday, 13 December 2008.
Officer Joseph Sanders. California Highway Patrol, California. End of watch: Monday, 15 December 2008.
Officer Mark Simmons. Amarillo Police Department, Texas. End of watch: Wednesday, 17 December 2008.
The profile of these brave men can be viewed at www.odmp.org
The 54th Annual Respiratory Congress
For those of you who are not Respiratory Therapists, the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC) holds an annual for conference Respiratory Therapists and Nurses that allow them the opportunity to view the latest product lines from vendors, as well as earn the continuing education credits that are required by their licensing agency. This year the conference was held in Anaheim, California.
The state of our economy had an impact on the number of attendees (The attendance totals are not available as of yet.) but one vendor guessed that the numbers may be down by as much as twenty-five percent. While the vendors who are at the conference are financially solvent, they are feeling the strain of our economy as well. The high cost of shipping forced vendors to cut costs by not bringing product literature or samples to the conference. The freebies that have been available in the past were limited to tote bags and ball point pens. This year the vendors chose to scan the badges of attendees and ship only literature and products that we expressed an interest in. This was more than just a smart business move. We are the first to admit to shipping two or more boxes of product literature home, only to have half of it find its way to the local landfill.
This year’s product lines were geared towards disaster response which is a hot topic in the health care industry. Vendors have adapted to the increasing demand for affordable, portable, and in some cases disposable equipment that will meet the needs of a biological or nuclear incident. The Parade Deck is currently waiting for product information from portable ventilator and oxygen concentrator manufacturers before offering any opinion about the product.
The most promising new therapy involves the use of therapeutic levels of carbon monoxide during surgery for transplant recipients. In small therapeutic doses carbon monoxide has been found to improve tissue healing process following organ transplant surgery. The AARC has announced that this lecture as well as the other breakfast lectures will be transcribed and published in March of 2009.
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Bush’s Bailout passes the buck to Obama
Not wanting to be viewed as another Herbert Hoover, President Bush used money set aside for the Troubled Assets Relief Program (TARP) for a bridge loan to keep GM and Chrysler afloat until March of 2009. The terms of the bailout call for concessions from creditors and the UAW, and it implies that Chrysler and GM must file Chapter 11 bankruptcy in order to be financially viable. If conditions of the loans are not met, then the automakers must pay back the loan immediately.
The loan conditions are subject to change under the Obama administration, and it’s expected that Union friendly democrats will drastically alter the agreement. This is a win-win situation for Bush and the auto industry. Chrysler and GM get a bailout that allows them to stay afloat a couple of months, Bush is able to look good in history, and Obama will have to decide if he wants to put the tax payer on the hook for a poor business model. The Canadian government is also giving a bailout to the Big Three’s Canadian subsidiaries as part of an economic stimulus package. I guess the Canadians have forgotten the mistakes they made in the 1990′s.
Another reason for Term Limit
Despite our poor economy and record unemployment Congress has allowed itself an automatic pay raise of $4700.00, by failing to freeze congressional salaries for this year. This will raise the average yearly salary of a law maker to $174,000.
More waste of Tax Payer money
An Associated Press study has found that $1.6 billion dollars of Tarp funds went to executives of bailed out banks. According to federal securities documents, the benefits included cash bonuses, stock options, personal use of company jets and chauffeurs, home security, country club memberships and professional money management services thanks to the generosity of the American tax payer. (AP 21 Dec 08; frank Bass and Rita Beamish)
Why we are headed towards an Economic Depression
Because of my opinions on the economy people incorrectly assume that I am a staunch Republican. That is the furthest from the truth. The truth be told, I’m an Independent voter with some beliefs that would make my Republican friends cringe. A good example of my liberal side is the belief that we should form a partnership with Habitat for Humanity and fill all the foreclosed homes that the banks can’t with people who can’t get a traditional loan.
I am equally annoying to my more liberal friends because I believe in second amendment rights, and I don’t believe that tax and spend is the way to manage our country.
It didn’t matter if a Democrat or a Republican got elected this year, we were heading from a recession straight to a depression, simply because of the way we manage our economy. Instead of using common sense both parties have adopted the idea that we can spend ourselves into prosperity. The nation is up to its eyeballs in debt from other countries, and despite the fact that we have lowered the interest rate to 0-0.25% we still have been unable to turn the economy around. As long as Washington and the financial sector continues to throw good money after bad, our deficit will continue to grow.
It would be ok to loan money to GM or Chrysler if they had a solid business plan that would put them on the road to recovery, but that isn’t the case. In order for the auto industry to survive, major concessions from the auto industry, the UAW, and creditors will have to be made. The industry will have to cut unsuccessful lines and start making a product that Americans would want to buy. The UAW need to get real and offer a concession to legacy retirement benefits. In order for the industry to survive retirees need to start paying for at least 50% of their health benefits. Creditors need to be willing to write off some of the debt that the industry owes. If an agreement can’t be voluntarily made and the industry refuses to reorganize under Chapter 11, then they deserve to go out of business. Congress should grow a backbone and do what is right in this case, and not what is politically correct. I’m sure that Washington will continue to throw money at the problem instead of holding the auto industry accountable for its actions.
Even though the bailout line will only get longer, Washington will continue to spend like there is no tomorrow. By 2009 the Obama administration will be forced to delay the tax break he promised to the middle class. By 2010 President-elect Obama will be forced to raise taxes in an attempt to shore up the economy. By 2011 our country as well as the European Union and Asia’s economies will collapse because of excessive debt will cause a depression that will rival the 1930′s. By 2018 we will begin to recover financially.
President-elect Obama who so skillfully blamed our current economic problems on the Bush administration will soon find himself in the same position in the 2012 election as his successor places the responsibility of the depression squarely on his shoulders.
Semper Fi
Doug Williams
This year has seen an increase for assistance from charitable organizations due to the economy. You can help by donating to your local food bank. Most grocery stores will swipe a coupon at the register and donate the proceeds to your area food bank. The Salvation Army is another agency who provides assistance in the form of food and Christmas gifts for the needy. (They have overhead expenses of only four percent, which means that you aren’t paying some fat cat’s salary.) Then of course there is my favorite charity, the Marine Corps Toys for Tots. It doesn’t matter which charity you give to, just give.
Speaking of charity, give yourself the gift of good health. Getting out on the dance floor can be just as beneficial as regular exercise. It doesn’t matter if you can’t dance, get out and have some fun and do your PT at the same time.
The Christmas edition will follow shortly.
12 December 2008
Welcome to the Parade Deck News Blog
If you can read this thank a Teacher. If you can read this in English thank a Veteran.
Thought for the day…
“Do something every day that you don’t want to do; this is the golden rule for acquiring the habit of doing your duty without pain.” Mark Twain.
The Parade Deck mourns the passing of the following Police Officers…
Officer Robert Davis. San Antonio Police Department, Texas. End of watch: Monday, 1 December 2008.
Officer Timothy Abernathy. Houston Police Department, Texas. End of watch: Sunday 7 December 2008.
Deputy Sheriff Brian Denning. Sumner County Sheriff’s Department, Tennessee. End of watch: Monday 8 December 2008.
You can view the profile of these brave men at; http://www.odmp.org/
Assaults on Border Patrol Agents on the rise
The increased demand for border security following the attacks on 9/11 has led to an increase in assaults on Border Patrol Agents. In 2004 there were 384 assaults on Border Patrol agents. As of this print date the level of violence has increased 286%for a total of 1097 assaults on Border Patrol agents. (Oscar Saldana, U.S. Border Patrol) The level of violence is blamed on the increased Border Patrol presence along the U.S. Mexican Border and the desperation of human and drug smugglers, who are frustrated by the change in tactics of the Border Patrol. In the past, agents usually apprehended smugglers and illegal aliens further away from the border, but with 9/11 there were call for stronger border security which included a higher visibility along the border. By the end of this fiscal year it is expected that the Border Patrols ranks will increase to 18,000, most of which will be deployed along the U.S.-Mexican border.
Since 1919 one hundred five Agents have been killed in the line of duty; two of which died this year. On 19 January 2008 Senior Border 
Patrol Agent Luis Alberto Aguilar was deliberately struck by a vehicle he was attempting to stop. Border Patrol Agent Jarod Dittman was killed in a one car rollover. Further information of these agents is available at http://www.odmp.org/ (click on personalize-U.S. Government-select agency- U.S. Department of Homeland Security-Customs/Border Patrol).
Most of the assaults are classified as “rockings” which is a popular style of assault used by the Palestinians against Israeli troops. Drug smugglers and Coyotes (human smugglers) often throw rocks or other objects at the agents. These attacks have caused serious injury to agents, including a fractured shoulder blade. In an interview with USA Today Agent Shawn Moran, vice president of the local Border Patrol union in Imperial Beach, CA describes the rockings as a “biblical stoning”.
On 9 February 2008 five agents working the San Diego sector found a neck level wire stretched between a double fence that runs along the border. The wire was clearly designed to cut the throat of an agent driving an all terrain vehicle.
The stepped up attacks against Border Patrol Agents has been a source of frustration for the rank and file members of the Border Patrol union. If an agent fires his weapon at someone he/she feels has put his life in jeopardy, runs the risk of being prosecuted by the Department of Justice. Currently Ignacio Ramos and Jose Campeon are facing 11 and 12 years sentences for shooting a drug smuggler, and agent Nicholas Corbett is currently on trial for second degree murder in the shooting death of Francisco Dominguez Rivera along the Arizona section of the border. Corbett claims he shot Rivera in self defense after Rivera threatened him with a rock.
The incident drew harsh criticism from the Mexican government and has garnered the attention of human-rights group -Border Action Network. The Border Patrol Union says that the case is overblown and it should not have been brought to trial. The fear of being second guessed in a court of law has added one more factor that an agent must consider in a split second before choosing deadly force as an option for self defense.
Faced with increasing violence by Mexican drug cartels, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the D.E.A., and other federal, state, local law enforcement agencies and Mexican law enforcement agencies have joined forces in the Border Enforcement Security Taskforces (BEST) program: one of several groups that was established or expanded to implement the Security and Prosperity Partnership for North America. The BEST program is now in operational along the U.S.-Mexican border. As a result of the Best program 2,066.79 pounds of cocaine, 52,518.54 pounds of marijuana, and an undisclosed amount of hand grenades, Improvised explosive devices, a cache of AK-47 assault rifles and thousands of rounds of ammunition were confiscated.
To underscore the seriousness of the dangers Border Patrol agents face, San Diego BEST agents discovered two sophisticated tunnels on the border near Otay Mesa, CA. For the fiscal year 2007, more than 30 cross border tunnels have been discovered. (Source, The Cornerstone Report, June 2008). The tunnels pose an increased threat for the Border Patrol because of the potential to be ambushed by heavily armed drug smugglers or terrorists in possession of biological or nuclear materials.
ICE has deployed the use of Ground Penetrating Radar in an effort to detect tunnels, but the radar can only penetrate 40 feet. (The last tunnel was discovered 80 feet below ground.) As Ice gets better at detecting tunnels, drug smugglers have improved their expertise in concealing the tunnels which makes it even more dangerous for Border Patrol agents.
In June of 2004 President Bush authorized the use of unarmed aerial drones along the Arizona-Mexican border. The drones can fly up to 90 miles an hour and detect movement up to 15 miles away. The drone’s ability to provide real time intelligence has made it easier, more efficient and safer, for agents to respond to illegal activity in the area. The Department of Homeland Security has expressed a desire to utilize more aerial drones along the border, but the policy faced the hurdle of airspace safety concerns.
According to Ian Gregor, Communications Manager, FAA Western-Pacific Region: “The FFA and DHS have reached an agreement on establishing an appropriate safety infrastructure for the continued use of the Predator B unmanned Aircraft System. Without going into specific details, the agreement emphasizes things such as the need to conduct risk/hazard assessments and to establish formalized, ongoing activities to maintain and promote safety.”
As the Department of Homeland Security expands its efforts to strengthen our border, the criminal element will no doubt double its efforts to circumvent the progress of the DHS. If the trend of violence is any indicator, the Border Patrol will likely continue to report even more assaults over the next few years.
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I want my Government Bailout too.
The Bush administration and House Democrats have formed an unlikely alliance over the bailout of the “Big Three”. Senate Republicans have demanded that the auto industry make some serious concessions, which include reorganizing under Chapter 11, as well as concessions from the UAW, and industry creditors. As long as the auto industry refuses to develop a strong business plan, which includes developing a stronger bottom line, Senate Republicans have the obligation to stall any bailout legislation. Eventually the auto industry will wise up and do the right thing, or when the Obama administration gets into office, an auto industry bailout will be forced upon the American Taxpayer.
This new system of bailouts and entitlements has led me to formulate a new plan on behalf of taxpayers all over the country. I will appear in front of Congress hat in hand, where I will use the same fear-mongering tactics as the financial sector and the auto industry have used before me.
I will tell Congress that the taxpayer is unable to help stimulate the economy because we are too deep in debt and we are in need of a bailout. I will argue that if we do not get a bailout the nation will be plunged into an “Economic Depression.” The idea behind the bailout (Handout) is that the government should provide enough money to cover credit card debt, student loans, mortgage payments, and car loans. After we receive the bailout, the consumer would be able to go out and spend more money, thereby jump starting the economy. The money should not be considered a loan since we are entitled, and we will be saving the economy from certain ruin. When Congress asks who will pay for the bailout, my answer will be that instead of raising taxes we can pass the problem on to our children. This bailout makes about as much sense as all the other bailouts that Congress has approved so far and the consequences will be the same.
It’s time for Washington to wake up and do what’s right for our country and quit rewarding greed and incompetence.
This week I am attending the Respiratory Care Congress in Anaheim, CA, so my next issue will focus on the latest trends in Respiratory Therapy issues and advancements. I have received some interesting emails about dud Christmas gifts, so keep them coming at rezboy0311@gmail.com.
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Doug Williams
Even though this is considered politically incorrect, I’m going to say it anyway: Jesus is the reason for the season, so please think about those less fortunate than you and help brighten someone’s day. Don’t forget that you owe it to yourself to participate in some kind of PT program, so quit stuffing food in your pie hole, and drop and give me 25.
7 December 2008
Doug Williams
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If you can read this thank a teacher. If you can read this in English thank a Veteran.
Thought for the day…
“The price good men pay for indifference to public affairs is to be ruled by evil.” Plato.
Still no Pardon for Jose Campeon and Ignacio Ramos
In February 2005 Border Patrol agents Ignacio “Nacho” Ramos and Jose Campeon encountered a drug smuggler named Osvaldo Aldrete-Davila while on duty. Davila fled from the agents and crossed back into Mexico. The agents fired upon Davila as he ran across the border. While it’s unclear if the agents actually shot Davila, he did make it known several days later that he sustained a gunshot wound to the buttocks. It would be alleged that Agent Ramos fired the shot that wounded Davila.
Agents Ramos and Campeon may have violated the Border Patrols policy of shooting at a fleeing suspect as it was never established if the agents feared for their safety. The shooting was an administrative violation that would have led to disciplinary action being taken against the agents. The prosecution would later claim that the agents cleaned up the crime scene and failed to report the shooting to their superiors in order to avoid disciplinary action.
A few weeks after the incident Davila contacted a family friend, Rene Sanchez, who himself is a Border Patrol agent. Sanchez helped Davila secure immunity from prosecution for his drug activities in exchange for his testimony against Ramos and Campeon.
The incident sparked criticism from the people of Mexico and former President Vincente Fox. Due to pressure from the Mexican government charges were filed against Ramos and Campeon for violating Mr. Davila’s civil rights and for assault with a deadly weapon. During the course of the trial Davila was apprehended for smuggling drugs into the country requiring additional protection during the trial. Because of Davila’s testimony Ramos and Campeon were given sentences of 11 and 12 years each. Mr. Davila returned to Mexico as a free man.
During his stay at the Federal Correction Facility at Yazoo, Mississippi, Agent Ramos was placed in the general population where he was assaulted by five inmates who were illegal immigrants. This incident has led to numerous requests from both side of the isle in Congress to pardon Agents Ramos and Campeon, which the Bush administration has failed to do.
It’s been two and a half years since Agents Ramos and Campeon went to prison. In 2008 a formal pardon request was filed with the Federal Board of Parole and Pardons on behalf of Agents Ramos and Campeon. The White House has not indicated that it will or will not issue a pardon as of this print date.
Israel says it doesn’t need U.S. permission to bomb Iran
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has repeatedly made public speeches stating that Israel does not have the right to exist. On numerous occasions he has said that his goal is to wipe Israel off the map. The economic sanctions against Iran have had little or no affect on Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Depending upon which intelligence analysts is asked; Iran will have a nuclear weapon in 16 months to five years. Nato Secretary General Jaap De Hoop Scheffer has doubts the world can stop Iran from building a nuclear bomb. Even President-elect Barack Obama has said that Iran cannot be allowed to have nuclear weapons. Despite peaceful efforts by Israel and the rest of the world to resolve this crisis, Israel now must weigh the risk of a military option.
On 4 December the Jerusalem post reported that the Israeli Defense Force (IDF) is drawing up options for a strike on Iranian nuclear facilities that do not include the coordination or permission of the United States. The IDF have stated that it would be difficult, but not impossible to launch a strike against Iran without access codes from the U.S. Air Force, that would let them enter Iraqi airspace undetected.
Several news reports including one from the British Guardian claim that Bush denied a request by Prime Minister Ehud Olmert to attack Iran back in May.
Figure 1 triangle, Bonah, Ramsar, Tehran. Figure 2Arrow down, Arak Heavy Water Plant, Arrow up, Isfahan Uranium Conversion plant. Figure 3 White stars, Bushehr Power Station. Figure 4 Red and White down arrows Uranium Mines at Saghand and Yazd
In order to launch an attack on Iran the Israeli’s must deal must fly through Iraqi airspace. The territory is protected by an X-band radar system that is operated by the United States. The U.S. European Command (EUCOM) has set up a similar system at Israel’s Neuatin Air Base, southeast of Beersheba. It is widely believed by intelligence analysts that the system will provide an early warning to the United States if Israel launches an attack. This would give the United States time to talk the Israelis out of the attack or the option to warn Iran of an impending attack.
Iran has spread its nuclear operation across the country. (See map.) The main targets for Israel to strike would be the uranium conversion plant in Isfahan, the uranium enrichment plant in Natanz, and the Power station at Bushehr. The Bush administration, intelligence analysts, and the Iranian government all believe that even with multiple strikes over several days, the Israeli’s will be unable to accomplish their mission. Teheran has also dismissed the possibility of an airstrike, saying it didn’t take Israel seriously.
According to the Press TV web site Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Hassan Qashqavi told reporters, “We think that regional and international developments and the complicated situation faced by Israel itself will not allow it to launch military strikes against other countries. Israel makes threats to promote its psychological and media warfare.” Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has also threatened retaliation with missile attacks against attacks. It should be noted that Ahmadinejad has also repeatedly stated his belief that Israel does not have the right to exist and should be wiped off the face of the earth.
The Bush administration has expressed concern that the Iranian retaliation will likely include attacks on U.S. troops in the region. Some intelligence sources fear that the Iranians will ask Lebanon’s Shia movement,, Hezbollah to strike targets in the U.S.
Israel’s deputy prime minister, Shaul Mofaz, told the paper Yediot Ahronot: “If Iran continues its program to develop nuclear weapons, we will attack it. The window of opportunity has closed. The sanctions are not effective. There will be no alternative but to attack Iran in order to stop the Iranian nuclear program.
While Israel may choose to stand alone in its decision to bomb Iran, it is not the first time they have been in this position. In July 1976 the Israeli’s made a successful raid on Entebbe airport in Uganda rescuing 103 hostages. Despite its success Israel was widely condemned by Arab and African countries. While the odds of a successful mission in Iran are insurmountable, Israel has clearly demonstrated their resolve to survive as a nation.
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The Big Three are asking for a handout again.
This time the auto executives didn’t fly into Washington on their corporate jets. Congress and the White House in all their wisdom have offered a plan of 15 billion dollars, which would keep GM in business until March. A 15 billion dollar handout until March, and then what? Do we continue to throw good money after bad? The handout line is getting longer and longer, so how can the government continue to decide who fails and who doesn’t.
During an election year Wall Street was clever enough to scream the sky is falling and they needed money to prevent it from happening. The Politicians and economic gurus said we can’t let this happen and cut a handout check for 750 billion dollars. The government has been generous with the handouts to any company that claims their failure will harm the economy, so I guess we can’t blame the “Big 3 for” trying the same scare tactic.
Mayor Virg Bernero of Lansing Michigan is one of many who have appeared on every news show possible so they can scare the nation into getting behind a “Big 3″ bailout. They claim that if the auto industry fails it will cause a ripple effect that will rapidly send our economy into a downward spiral and eventual depression. Whether or not any of the “Big 3″ fails, the fact remains clear, the world is still heading for an economic depression.
The best thing for GM to do is merge with Chrysler, file Chapter 11, nullify the Union contracts and come out stronger financially. The next thing to do is eliminate the less profitable product lines and develop a strong business plan, which is what Ford has already done. Ford needs to balance its portfolio by selling more cars and fewer trucks, and continue its current business plan. Finally the shareholder of the “Big 3″ should hold executives accountable for failure and replace them if they are not up to the job.
I’m not suggesting that we eliminate labor unions from Detroit. I have worked in union shops before and I recognize their place in the workforce. With that said I also know that the UAW is exactly what’s wrong with organized labor. Their members are way overpaid, and the healthcare benefits for retirees are hurting the industry. So far the union as offered very little in the way of concessions and it’s about time that they accept responsibility for their role in this mess, and step up to the plate with some real concessions.
That’s all for this issue, and I want to thank you for reading my news blog. I am looking for your input on the worst Christmas gifts ever. If you have ever given or received a Christmas dud drop me a line at rezboy0311@gmail.com
Next week’s column will highlight the increasing dangers that our Border Patrol agents face while protecting our borders.
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Doug Williams
Please remember the real reason for the Christmas season. There are people out there in real need. When you’re out shopping try to find the best bargains possible, and donate the money you saved to a worthy cause. During the days leading up to Christmas it’s easy to overdo it with the food and drink, so please eat and drink responsibly. The holidays are no excuse not to exercise, so drop and give me twenty-five.
24 November 2008
Happy Thanksgiving from the Parade Deck
If you can read this thank a teacher. If you can read it in English thank a Veteran.
Thought for the day….
Our troops fight so that you can whine and protest about the war. When you see a Veteran or a member of our military please thank them for all the personal sacrifices they have made for your freedom to express your opinion. For those of you who still think the United States are somehow villains in the war on terror and that we owe the world some kind of apology, you are more than welcome to live in France.
Doug Williams 2008
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“My childhood memories of Thanksgiving and the lessons that I learned.”
I woke up last Wednesday morning and realized that Thanksgiving would soon be upon us. As I sat at the kitchen table waiting for my coffee to brew I began to reflect on my Thanksgiving memories both good and bad. My family was a diverse collection of individuals. We had Protestants, Catholics, and it was rumored that we even had a few Jews in the bunch (No one would admit to being Jewish because we lived in the southern part of the country). The personalities in our family were equally diverse and colorful as well, which made for some interesting get-togethers.
I remember the Thanksgiving before my parents divorced. I was five years old and we went to my grandparents on my mother’s side of the family for dinner. The order of the day was for the children and the men to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade while the women fixed dinner. My grandmother was the undisputed General, and my Aunt Myrtle was her second in command. I learned that my grandmother had eight general orders that we were expected to learn. The first general order that was quickly learned was to stay out of the kitchen. The second general order was to stay away from the dining room until you were called. I quickly learned that a violation of this rule was punishable by a spatula across the backside and a referral to my father, who gave me “the look” and the warning to stay out of the lion’s den. (They had a more realistic definition of child abuse back then.)
While my brother, cousins, and I watched the parade the men sat around and drank coffee. At some point my grandfather would pull out a can of Copenhagen, and that would be the signal for the rest of the men to breakout the cigarettes and pipes which would inevitable cause my grandmother to invoke the third general order. “If ya’ll are going to smoke open the windows.” Shortly after that my grandfather would open the bar and the men would begin to tell their stories. The order of the stories was always the same. Everyone would share something about the depression and then move on to the war.
My Uncle Louie’s stories were my favorite. Uncle Louie was a WWI Veteran. His stories were a mixture of fact and fiction that would entertain me until my 25th birthday when he passed away. My Uncle Johnny would talk about his Navy days, and my Dad’s Father would tell us about being a Marine in the south pacific during WWII. Throughout the entire event the crowd got bigger, and as the whisky flowed the lies became bolder. At some point my Uncle Louie would crack one of his more colorful jokes (which I didn’t understand but I laughed at it anyway) which caused my grandmother (who was in the kitchen) to bellow out the fourth general order, “There’re children in the house.”
Meanwhile in the lion’s den things weren’t going as well as things in the living room. The kitchen was quickly filing up to capacity with female friends and relatives. My grandmother and Aunt Myrtle were working out the logistics of what dish went where, and it what order would it be heated up. They were doing a wonderful job of organizing the meal but they were unable to prevent feathers from being ruffled. At some point during the day the tensions between siblings, cousins, and in-laws boiled over. The “B” word was invoked, which caused my grandmother to drop the “F” bomb, and an argument ensued. For the next hour the offenders and the victims would occupy camps in the front and back yard. This would require the male relatives to go outside and console their wives. They would then be required to confront the male of the opposite camp about their wife’s behavior, and then go back and console their wife’s some more. Finally my grandmother would lose her patience and invoke the fifth general order. “If ya’ll don’t knock it off, I’m going to throw dinner in the creek and send everybody home.” Everybody knew grandma was mad and that she really would dump the stuff in the creek. Besides, they didn’t have Denny’s or the Waffle House back then, so it was either make up and eat or go hungry.
The camps would break up and everybody would focus on setting all the tables. The elders would eat in the dining room, the other adults would sit at the table that was set up in den and the kids would be sent to the living room to eat at the card tables. But not before the sixth general order was issued. We all crowded into the kitchen and said Grace. My grandmother would pass out glasses of wine to the adults, and half glasses to those ten or older and raise a toast that expressed her gratitude for all of her friends and family. After the toast we would then stand in line and make our way through the serving line and enjoy our meal.
When we had all eaten our fill everyone was expected to do their part to clean up before the seventh general order would be issued. “It’s time to decorate the tree.” This was our favorite time of the day. The Christmas tree would be decorated. The children would get one candy cane and we would gather around the Sears catalog and make our Christmas wishes known. The adults would gather around us and tell us that we would have to ask Santa Claus for the presents, and they would remind us to be good or we would only get a lump of coal and switches in our stockings.
Now that dinner was over everyone was happy. There was no fighting and my Uncle Johnny was in my grandfather’s chair snoring away, which was the signal that the evening had come to an end. My grandmother’s eighth general order would be that we have to do this again this Christmas.
After Brookly AFB closed most of my family received orders to go to different parts of the country. My mother became the general and the holiday behavior was just as neurotic as it was in my grandmother’s kitchen. The house was packed and noisy, somebody always got mad and went off to pout, everybody ate too much, and there was always the promise to get together and do it again.
During my early adult years I spent my first Thanksgiving away from home. I remember being thankful for the pound cake and fruit cocktail that was in my c-rations and for the company of my buddies. As we ate I told everybody about the neurotic behavior in my household during the holidays. One by one my buddies shared stories of the same neurotic holiday behavior in their household. I began to understand that maybe my family wasn’t so abnormal after all and politely excused myself from the group. I didn’t want to make eye contact with anyone because homesickness had set in, and I was afraid that my fellow Marines would see my tears. That night I wrote my mother a letter to tell her how thankful I was for all that she had given us when we were growing up.
I want to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving and remind you to tell your family how fortunate you are to have them in your lives. Remember, we can choose our friends but not our family.
Just because it’s Thanksgiving doesn’t mean that you get to blow off PT. As soon as you finish stuffing your face you need to go outside and walk off all those calories. The fresh air and exercise will do you good.
I will be back on schedule next week. In our next issue I will cover the handouts, excuse me I mean bailouts that the government is giving out. I will also talk about term limits and media bias. Until then, have a good week.
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Doug Williams
Get your Physical
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“Get your physical”
If you can read this thank a teacher. If you can read it in English thank a Veteran.
Thought for the day:
If you can’t stand behind our troops please stand in front of them.
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Last year I turned fifty, so it was no surprise when at my yearly physical, my doctor uttered the words it’s colonoscopy time. He said it was particularly important for me to do this because I’ve had a few skin tags removed. According to my doctor, there is a correlation between skin tags and polyps in the colon. Naturally I was a little leery of this. I asked myself was for real, or was he trying to scare me into the procedure. After all, no one in their right mind wants something that is built like the Hubble Telescope inserted into an orifice that is clearly marked exit only. Over the past two years I have known somebody who has lost a family member to colon cancer and I have lost patients as well, so I knew I had to quit whining and just schedule the procedure.
I was relieved to discover that the clinic I was going to, used Propofol as an amnesiac and not the old standby Versed. For those of you who haven’t had the pleasure, Versed works well but it can leave you pretty goofy for the rest of the day. Propofol (or milk of amnesia as the more jaded members of my profession call it) works well and it’s metabolized quickly by the body. That meant that after starving for more than 12 hours I could be out of the clinic by ten in the morning and having a steak and whiskey for lunch no later than 11:15.
I was now OK with the procedure since I wasn’t going to remember a thing. My comfort level however was short lived when my wife brought home the prep-kit I needed to take before the procedure. I nowsome insight to what a death row inmate goes through. At 4:00 PM I had my last meal, followed by my last cup of coffee until the next day. (That’s not a good thing for me or anybody near me.) At five o’clock I started drinking a substance that may have been Yak urine. (I’ve never had the pleasure, but I’m pretty sure that’s what the stuff would taste like.) The label says “Go Lytely” but trust me that’s the furthest from the truth. I wonder if It’s not too late to have one of the local ambulance chasers file a class action suit for deceptive advertising on my behalf. I quickly learned two very important things about this product. That is not gas, and stay within three feet of the toilet. After three hours of misery I also came to realize that I wanted to meet the jerk that invented the stuff make him drink four or five glasses of the stuff. I also believe that I may have done penance for any sins I may commit over the next ten years.
After the procedure was over I discovered that my doctor was right. I had two polyps that were removed. I was relieved to know that not only was I cancer free, I would be around to embarrass my friends and family for a long time. By now I’m sure you’re wondering why I’m sharing this information with you. The answer my friends is simple, it doesn’t matter if you’re male or female; If you are fifty it’s time to get your colonoscopy. If there’s a family history of colorectal cancer and you are under fifty, then you should talk to your physician. If found early colon cancer can be successfully treated. Besides, if a manly guy such as I can endure the trauma of evacuation and inspection, then so can you.
If you’re so insistent on pushing food in your pie hole do yourself a favor. Put that bag of chips back in the cabinet, throw that candy away. Grab an apple, raw vegetables or some other healthy snack that is high in fiber. While you’re at it, get out and do some P.T. You’ll not only feel better but you’ll be around long enough to spend your children’s inheritance. Since you’re still standing there your hand in that bag of chips and that vacant stare on your face, drop and give me twenty-five. Well any day now sweetheart.
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Doug Williams
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