Inspiration

Those who know me and Noelle know that we have put in a lot of work and effort during this political season. I must tell you how I kept going. It wasn't easy, but Mitt Romney inspired me. I saw that he was a tireless worker. He could put 60 hours a week in at work, still be a Bishop or Stake President, and still take care of his family needs. I'm not nearly as busy as that and, by contrast, not as productive. Mitt's inspiration to me changed me a little bit and throughout the year. I was more productive and very active. And Noelle was supportive the entire time. Mitt Romney has inspired me to be a better American.

Similarly, I plan to do more for the needy, the infirm and the widowed. I plan to be a better Christian. I have always given to charity, as any LDS member does, but I was not always forthcoming with my time. Mitt Romney has inspired me to be a better Christian.

By contrast, I am near giving up hope. Why do I work when my pay is deducted and my efforts aren't rewarded. I can easily become a taker and let the government subsidize me. By contrast, Obama inspires me to do nothing. He inspires me to be worse person, a bitter and condescending American. He inspires me towards evil.

Ernest Borgnine a Great American

Ernest Borgnine died on Sunday at the age of 95. The Associated Press reported that Borgnine died of renal failure at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center with his wife and children at his side. The phrase "Great American" is used often now, sometimes overused, but Mr. Borgnine, IMHO, was a Great American in every way. He enriched our culture through his movie & TV appearances, bringing us the stories that all can relate to in our lives.

Here's a video from Borgnine’s “Lifetime Achievement Award” with photos from his childhood and snips from his most memorable films. Ernest, may you rest in peace, we will miss you. My condolences to your family.