Yes, I remember that sunny, blue sky day. Our son working in Minneapolis called us to say, 'turn on the TV - its awful'. I remained glued to watching the rest of the day. I get goosebumps just remembering it, and my pain was non-existent compared to those involved and suffering. We should NEVER forget that travesty -- AND -- the Lesson for freedom and liberty.
We recall that day and time but……. are we and I growing and getting better as people, as a nation and world - from that horrific experience?
** What did we (I) learn from that?
** What action did we (I) take from what we learned?
** Are we (I) still taking action today to protect our freedom and liberty?
*** If not, why not?
** Will our freedom and liberty remain if we (I) do little or nothing?
** What kind of actions can we (I) take every day to remain free and have our liberty as defined in the Constitution?
These are some of the questions that burst forth to me as I remembered yesterday, and saw a 60-minute segment of the events. I was brought back to REALITY – that the good and great in America for all people, including myself – and also for all people around the world – REQUIRES attention and effort. Nothing good comes without effort, energy, work, thought, constant action.
Some of my thoughts of what freedom and liberty requires of every person (and please share your thoughts too):
1.
That I become and remain more aware about the
‘whole Truth’ of what is going on in our country and worldwide. To be aware of the truth we need to
seek those that tell the ‘truth’.
** With the
internet, as well as from other sources, it
is easier to find the truth today. We can see and hear actual words spoken by the real person in many cases, seeing their body language, tone of voice and more, their authenticity or not………… and much more.
** We can read the actual written words and documents to validate if the ‘
whole truth’ is told.
** Other sources like TV, etc. But we have to make sure they are presenting the ‘
whole truth’.
2.
Seek to understand the consequences of the ‘truth’ we learn. Is it good or NOT for promoting and retaining freedom and liberty?. Your common sense is an excellent tool for this – you and I – all ordinary citizens – are intelligent and filled with wisdom. We know in our heart, our intuition, and our soul if what is proposed and happening in our country is moving us toward or promoting liberty and freedom or NOT.
3.
Take actions often: ** Ask questions often and always: of everyone at the local, regional, state and federal level who are responsible for designing, creating, promoting and approving rules, regulations, and whatever else affects
us, the people.
** Ask questions,
then listen very carefully, about how the topic or rule or regulation will affect us today, and especially tomorrow and for the long term.
** Determine -- using your common sense, wisdom and more – if what you hear makes sense or not, is reasonable or not, will improve our freedom and liberty or not.
4.
Always remain aware and conscious of happenings in the world around us. Remember, freedom and liberty, like all good things – requires continual energy, effort and action from us, the people.
This is just a snapshot – sharing with you my deep respect and love for freedom and liberty in America. I am so very grateful for the opportunity to live in this country – AND I hope every person all over the world has that same experience.
Your thoughts are always appreciated. Let your BraveHeart show everyday for liberty and freedom!
Barbara Filla
Passion Branding Community
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