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House Votes To Give Raise To Pa. Guard

Recognizing the sacrifices of Pennsylvania National Guard members, 
The State House on May 22 voted 198-0 to pass  HB 2168, which would increase the minimum state active duty pay from $75 per day to $100 per day for Pennsylvania National Guard members. 
Prime sponsor is Nicholas A Miccarelli (R-162) whose district lies in southeastern Delaware County.
It would be the first increase in minimum active duty pay in more than 15 years and would affect how guard members are compensated for responding to state emergencies. 
The bill is awaiting action in the Senate. 
Hat tip State Rep. Jim Cox (R-129)

A Day For Remembering

Today is Memorial Day which began as as Decoration Day to commemorate the fallen Union soldiers of the Civil War. 

In the 20th century it was extended to honor all Americans who have died in all wars.  
And that is something that we must never shirk from doing.
A Memorial Day tribute:

Fish For Free Today

Today, May 28, is Fish For Free Day in Pennsylvania. Anyone – resident or non-resident – to legally fish in the Commonwealth’s waterways without a fishing license. 
 A second Fish for Free Day will be held in conjunction with the Labor Day holiday on Monday, Sept. 3
Hat tip State Rep. Jim Cox (R-129)

Off The Internet — Lunch With God

Courtesy of Arlene Gilmore

A little boy wanted to meet God. He knew it was a long trip to where God lived, so he packed his suitcase with a bag of potato chips and a six-pack of root beer and started his journey.

When he had gone about three blocks, he met an old man. He was sitting in the park, just staring at some pigeons. The boy sat down next to him and opened his suitcase. He was about to take a drink from his root beer when he noticed that the old man looked hungry, so he offered him some chips. He gratefully accepted it and smiled at him.

His smile was so pretty that the boy wanted to see it again, so he offered him a root beer. Again, he smiled at him. The boy was delighted!

They sat there all afternoon eating and smiling, but they never said a word..

As twilight approached, the boy realized how tired he was and he got up to leave; but before he had gone more than a few steps, he turned around, ran back to the old man, and gave him a hug. He gave him his biggest smile ever..

When the boy opened the door to his own house a short time later, his mother was surprised by the look of joy on his face. She asked him, “What did you do today that made you so happy?”

He replied, “I had lunch with God.” But before his mother could respond, he added, “You know what? He’s got the most beautiful smile I’ve ever seen!”

Meanwhile, the old man, also radiant with joy, returned to his home. His son was stunned by the look of peace on his face and he asked, “dad, what did you do today that made you so happy?”

He replied “I ate potato chips in the park with God.” However, before his son responded, he added, “You know, he’s much younger than I expected.”

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around. People come into our lives for a reason, a season, or a lifetime! Embrace all equally!

Have lunch with God…….bring chips.

God still sits on the throne. You may be going through a tough time right now but God is getting ready to bless you in a way that only He can.

Keep the faith!

Philly Music Of The Day

Marian Anderson and Leopold Stokowski. Can’t get much more Philadelphian.

The Paralytic At The Bethesda Pool

The April 29, 2012 sermon by Father John Ciurpita at Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, 100 S. Penn St., Clifton Heights, Pa. 19018


Summer Service is 5 p.m. Saturdays.

Philly Music Of The Day

We will go for there straight days with South Street references.

Here is Punk Rock Girl by The Dead Milkmen.

Some Nice Experiences Today In Delco

Had my truck inspected today at Weathers Motors in Middletown. Service was friendly and great and the price was reasonable, so reasonable in fact I took two nice people out to dinner at the Riddle Ale House down the street. Again nice people, decent prices and an excellent roast beef sandwich. 

Philly Music Of The Day

Since yesterday’s Philly Music Of The Day was South Street by The Orlons from 1963, it’s only fair to give you “You Can’t Sit Down” by The Dovells.

Well, I Certainly Never Expected This One

I just got this in my inbox from Bill Clinton. I’m certain it is from him because the address is Bill Clinton <info@BarackObama.Com>

I mean, why would info send me anything?

All I can say is that I’m sincerely flattered Mr. X-President.
Bill —
I’ve been in President Obama’s shoes before — less than six months to go before an election to let you finish what you started. It was tough enough back then, but this election is going to be tougher.
We’re facing a tidal wave of anonymous, unlimited spending. The other side has pledged to throw more than 1 billion dollars into tearing down our president.
It’s unprecedented.
Fortunately, so is the grassroots organization you’re building.
Pitch in what you can today to strengthen the campaign — and you’ll be automatically entered to join me and President Obama in New York City, with the campaign covering airfare and accommodations.
If our opponent succeeds, so much of what we’ve fought so hard for will be rolled back. Health care reform — which many presidents, including me, tried to pass and couldn’t — will be gone. Same goes for the opportunity for millions more Americans to afford to go to college, and a growing economy that works for middle-class families.
Our opponent is actually advertising a more extreme version of the policies that got us in trouble in the first place: policies that will leave us with more debt, weaker regulations on risky investments, and fewer jobs.
All of that’s at stake between now and November, but here’s why I’m feeling good about our chances: I know people like you have the President’s back.
And I can’t wait to meet you. I hope you’ll give it a shot:
Thanks, and good luck,