The NATIONAL WHITE RIBBON CAMPAIGN for DIALOGUE

is a call for prayer,reflection, and dialogue
to advance a constructive debate on immigration reform in the United States.

If there is consensus on any one element of the nation’s difficult debate on immigration, it is that our nation’s immigration system is broken and badly in need of reform. It is also clear that, in this nation of immigrants, this debate is challenging, complex, and often deeply emotional. Reasonable people can and do differ in their views on the best way to reform our immigration laws; however, it is also true that the nation is best served by a debate in which these views can be brought forward in a civil, respectful manner.

We wear white ribbons to show our strong support for the goal of achieving a thoughtful, rational, and respectful debate on the complex issue of immigration reform which leads the country toward solutions rather than further division and frustration. We deplore the use of violence, intimidation, threats, and the spread of fear, hatred, and divisiveness as tools and tactics on immigration or any issue. We encourage others to join the White Ribbon Campaign as a demonstration of the value of reflection and thoughtful dialogue as a way to advance this debate in a manner that strengthens our country, rejects fear and hate, and helps Americans arrive at solutions to complex problems.

The Offer Is In

It's getting closer!!! I can't believe it, I think I found my new home. I submitted an offer and now we wait. The place is exactly what I was looking for. The neighborhood seems very nice, still very close to the expressway and a few minutes driving distance from my current place. It sits however in a different suburb, unfortunately not with a great reputation (Cicero). It is in the very end of it's limits closer to Stickney but in a nice very well kept neighborhood.

If the offer is accepted I may have closing before June! It is definitely earlier than I wanted. Oh well I hope all works out, what's meant to happen will happen. I hope it happens to be to my liking.

Good Times

I've truly enjoyed this past week. I think time has been progressing positively. I am feeling more involved and knowledgeable in all aspects of my life, personal and professional. I must admit that I have cut down a bit on the volunteering and made time to still go out and balance my work life. I am no longer feeling as sick as I have been practically all year. I still have a bit of the sniffles and a nagging cough here and there, but it's getting better day by day. This week was a bit hectic, with a couple highlights throughout the week. This Thursday I went to schubas to see a gig from one of my favorite inde performers. Ernie Halter as usual rocked. Along with him Leigh Nash and Tyrone Wells performed as well. I was truly impressed with Tyrone's performance and voice. Check out a short clip below of a Mary J Blige cover. I took a few more however they were too long to post on youtube.

Happy Easter

Don't worry I didn't dress up my dog like this. I found this picture through Google, I don't think any animals were harmed in the making of this picture. Unfortunately, I cannot say the same thing about the many chocolate bunnies.

Choosing The Right Home

I'm off to look at properties again today. This is the year I decided to move again. My plan was to move out of the home I own with my sister in late July. I like giving myself birthday gifts and this was to be a big one. I may have started the property search too early. I've already found a few very strong potentials. There are a few town homes I fell in love with, however I opted not to go forward with them because they are father away from the city. I've narrowed down my search to the be within the current area that I live in now or 10 minutes closer into the city.

I haven't decided yet what type of home to get though. I have seen a few condos packed with state of the art appliances, hardwood floors, granite tops, skylights, etc. I think I am leaning more towards town homes though. I prefer having more space and possibly a yard for Charlie to run through and a garage for my car. Another deciding factor for me is the investment possibility.

Today's plan is to see town homes, condos and small houses. I am truly enjoying just seeing the possibilities. The way it's going though I think I may move sooner than I thought. I wonder what I will end up with.

I Might Have Bronchitis

Woe is me with my sicky-ness. It bothers me that this bug has taken quite an affection to me and does not let me be. It left me for a good two weeks and I thought I was finally rid of it. This stalker virus though just teased me with health and sanity. It came back again un-welcomed and I''m tired of it, I desperately try to kill it. I am sick and tired of feeling sick and tired! It truly is a love hate relationship. It loves me dearly and keeps coming back. I loathe and despise it and wish it never returns.