Congratulations a4alice, and a million thanks, Nerdy for posting my all-time favorite photo of our President with his darling daughters. That one requires a naughty mat!!
Dammed WordPress. For those of us whose fathers are long gone (1983) for me..May good memories make this day special. And honor those men still living in our lives.
Obama is a good example for all of us to follow. One of the reasons the press and some sections of DC society don’t think he’s very social is that he prefers spending time with his kids to them. A man with priorites that will serve him well long after his terms end with people who will love him despite all of the changes.
Crossposted from Balloon Juice-my comment on why getting rid of the Confederate flag matters (Maybe I should reactivate my old blog:): I am right. Notice that after World War II, the Germans were banned from using Nazi symbols. Symbols are a form of non-verbal speech,and evil symbols are a form of non-verbal hate speech. Those who its directed too feel intimidated and those who share those views feel justified in feeling that there are others who share those views.
The swastika ban worked to tamp down neo-Nazi and warmongering tendencies, allowing Germans to finally cleanse themselves of the hatred and move on. Germany is far more humane and civilized now-and Jews are even moving back to places like Nuremberg and Berlin.
Unfortunately, there was nothing similar done after the Civil War here, and we see the result a century later.
You would be hardpressed to find a swastika cup, license plate, or flag flying over a house. Even though thereâs no ban on any of these things here. The message got sent a long time ago that those things-and the attitudes with them, are unacceptable. And the Nazis killed relatively few Americans compared to the Confederates.
Its time to do the same with all of the Confederate stuff.
In other words, Democrats are reclaiming the turf. That means having the conversation on our own terms and running on issues that have traditionally been the staple of a Democratic agenda. That they also happens to align with the views of a majority of voters in this country means that it is the opposite of tea party extremism. The mirror Mr. Milbank sees is the one Democrats are holding up to reflect the views of the people they’re running to represent.
That’s what is making it cool to be a liberal again.
Happy Father’s Day, Mr. President: Obamaâs 5 Cutest Daddy-Daughter Photos
// President Obama may have grown up without a father, but that doesnât mean he’s not determined to be a good parent. In honor of Fatherâs Day today, first lady Michelle Obama tweeted out a photo of her husband posing in swim trunks with baby Sasha and Malia. âBeing a dad is one of the most important jobs a man can have,â the president wrote in a Fatherâs Day proclamation released Friday. âWhere our own fathers fell short, we have an obligation to rise up and do better.â //
If it wasn’t so sad, it would be funny. I have an idea that the people who work on Meet The Press shows would think it a “good idea” to show the color blindness of rape….
I look at the two little girls in that picture with there Dad, then I see the pictures of the young ladies with their Mother in England and Italy, and I know Mom and Dad are proud of them both. Baby Sasha looks like baby Michelle, in the picture were Mrs. Robinson is holding baby Michelle as little Craig is sitting next to Mr. Robinson.
” The shooting of nine Christian martyrs in Charleston calls each of us to examine our own participation in systemic and cultural racism. It calls all of us to forge real relationships outside the comfort zones of our own racial identities. And it demands that we, as a cathedral community and as a great church for national purposes, act to lead church and society into a new way of being together in America.
It is time for America to face into the open wound of race relations in our nation. It is time for Washington National Cathedral to reach out to our churches, synagogues, temples, and mosques to build a new community of love and justice that can help all of us do right by the nine who died in Charleston and for our nation, finally, to do the right thing.”
And, most importantly, he’s ready to LEAD!!
“I will dedicate the rest of my time here as your dean to that purpose. I ask that all of you join me and my cathedral colleagues in this work.”
Amidst the horror of the terrorist attack at “Mother Emmanuel” perhaps we will find the courage and fortitude to persist in doing all that will be required to heal the several century’s long festering wound inflicted by white supremacists on African Americans, First Peoples & other POC.
I mentioned on a previous post that our minister today spoke on this, and what she said was very much like what this Dean is saying. She was blunt…she said this is a white culture problem, and it is our responsibility to change this. She also spoke about gun violence, and the dean links the two: racism and violence. This was in Oklahoma City……how many other ministers preached like this across the country? This is where it begins.
100% correct. We didn’t have a sermon on this issue today, but knowing our senior pastor as I do, he WILL address it. He did send out a churchwide email early the following day, but I do have every assurance that it will be openly addressed in our church community. (United Methodist)
His response comment boiled down to: “So what, I made people angry and that’s good for my ratings”.
I am glad Eugene Robinson spoke up. Apparently he was totally surprised that a so-called “color blind look at gun violence” means white = blind. Upchuck is a total disgrace as a human being and I am glad he is getting called on it by the public. Apparently none of the white folks on the show found fault with it….
His apology is breathtakingly obtuse. In his last paragraph, he speaks about making people uncomfortable. No acknowledgment that featuring only Black shooters at a time when the whole nation is mourning the racist shooting of Black people was insensitive at the very least.
Okay, just had two of Mitt’s missionaries show up at my door, wanting to share a “god news” video for Father’s Day. “No thank you, I’m good with MY Christian faith; Have a Blessed day!”
NO…i want us to rememmber his name…i do not want him to fade into the nothingness along with what he did…i do not want the folks who influenced him to be nameless…shout their names….let every know who is responsible for the radicalization of hate that inspired him to kill
9 people…
DeRay’s home is the U.S. He’s already home. I don’t tweet so I assume that hashtag is the work of racists. Won’t work on DeRay though. He appears to be strong enough to handle the foolishness thrown at him.
Hello everyone! I hardly comment here, but I’m a long time everyday lurker. I love TOD and it is here where I get updates on the President and read your great comments. You all are my life line when I need to get the facts because of some MSM hysterical harebrained story about President Obama and I also come here for laughs (Amk :-)) when need be.
I comment today because my heart is broken because of the tragedy at Mother Emmanuel AME. I grew up in Emmanuel and itâs been a part of my family for generations. Iâm so sad for the victims, their families, my Emmanuel family and my family in Charleston. They are torn up and they all have some connection to the people that were killed. Although Iâm on the other side of the country and canât be there during this tragic time, my heart and soul is in Charleston.
Also, I want to share my story and brief moments with Rev Pinckney and Rev Simmons. I thought people should know how these two kind and thoughtful men helped me during a sorrow time of my life.
My mother passed away and her funeral was held at Emmanuel AME on June 1st. Before she passed, my mother was in & out of the hospital since March. When she first went into the hospital she was diagnosed with kidney failure. At that time the doctors wanted me to decide to either put my mother on dialysis or to place her in hospice. I wasnât ready and couldnât make that decision for her. I told the doctor he needed to talk to her and let her make that decision. My mother decided that she wanted to live a little longer. Since then, she has been in and out of the hospital. Her health was getting worst. The last week she was in the hospital, her doctor called me with more bad news. He said they found cancer in her lungs and again asked me to make a decision, because other than dialysis there was nothing more they can do for her. Knowing my motherâs health had gotten worst, I became scared, upset and heartbroken. I didnât know what to do. I told the doctor I couldnât make a decision just yet, I needed time to process and talk to my family. The next morning, I woke up thinking I should call my motherâs church and speak with the pastor; he would be able to help me. I donât know why I had that thought, but something in me said to call. I havenât communicated with Emmanuel since I left Charleston over thirty years ago.
When I called that morning, I reached the church secretary. I told her that I needed to speak with the pastor about my mother who was a long time member and I gave her little background of why I was calling. She said she knew my mother and she was going to contact the pastor as soon as possible. Nervous and anxious, I hadnât heard from him for a couple of hours, so I called back. The secretary apologized and said the pastor was in Columbia, SC in session, but sheâll make sure he calls me as soon as possible. An hour later, my phone rang and it was Rev Pinckney. He greeted me with his strong voice and said he was so sorry to hear about my mother. He had just visited her at the hospital the week before. He said that they had a good time talking and she made him laugh. He also went on to say that he understood my dilemma and asked was I ready to make the decision, did I talked to the doctors and family members? I told him, I had not made a decision and yes I spoke to my family, but they left it up to me. I cried and told him I didnât know what to do, I didnât want to let my mother die, but I also didnât want her to be in pain or suffer. He told me itâs going to be alright and he prayed with me. He said overall, he couldnât tell me what to do, itâs up to me and the family, but he would be there for me anytime day or night.
My family and I eventually decided that we couldnât let my mother suffer any longer so we put her in hospice. When I arrived in Charleston I called Rev Pickney and told him we made a decision and it would be a matter of time. Again, he prayed with me and asked if I needed anything. A week later she passed.
Rev Pinckney called me and told me to Rev Simmons will be contacting me about the service. I met with Rev Simmons at Emmanuel. He greeted me with open arms and told me that he was there for me. While planning the service, Rev Simmons knew I was too distraught, so he guided me through the process. There were a few times I called Rev Simmons for some reason or another and without hesitation; he took the time to talk. Last week I received a voicemail from Rev. Simmons checking up on me. I called him back and we talked briefly. He asked will I be coming back to Charleston and I told him not anytime soon, but I was so grateful for his help and thanked him for everything.
The Saturday before my motherâs funeral we met with Rev Pinckney. It was a very busy day for him, he had a wedding to officiate and family events to attend, but he text me to let me know he would be running late but come to the church and heâll meet with my cousin and I shortly. We waited for only a few minutes. When we finally met face to face, he greeted us with a big smile and hug. He told me it was finally great to meet me and again asked if I needed anything. We prayed and talked for a while about our decision, his eulogy and my mother. While in his office, I noticed he had a picture of Rev Pinckney and Vice President Biden, I smiled to myself and realized we had a lot in common. I didnât ask him about the picture because it wasnât the place or time, but I assured myself that momâs eulogy would be in good hands and it was. He gave a beautiful eulogy and after the services, he greeted the family and I gave him a big hug and thanked him for everything. After the burial, although he was very busy he stayed, chatted and laughed with us at the repass and that was the last time I saw him.
I will never forget Rev Pinckney and Rev Simmons. They helped me get through a very difficult time in my life and I deeply appreciate it. I know it is part of their jobs to be there for families when a church member passes away, but I didnât perceive it that way. The time they took with me and my family was genuine, sincere, generous and thoughtful. God bless them!
Thank you Chips for allowing me to share my story.
Oh Gretty, what a wonderful tribute to Revs Pinckney and Simmons, their humanity and kindness shone through in your words. Endless thanks for sharing this with us, may they and your mother rest in peace and may you be comforted by the special memories you have of these special people in your life.
Oh Gretty, thank you for sharing the kindness, solace and compassion Rev Pinckney & Rev Simmons gave to you and your family. It is in memories and stories such as yours that their legacy will live long, long after their untimely, tragic departure from us.
Please also accept my condolences to you and to your family on the loss of your mother.
Thank you Gretty for sharing a wonderful experience with Rev Pinckney and so sorry for the loss of your mom. I am sure she was glad you and Rev’s Pinckney & Simmons was there to comfort her. We are so thankful you are part of our TOD family and if you recall more recollections, please feel free to share.
Welcome to TOD Gretty and thanks for coming out of lurking to share your heart-warming story about Revs Pinckney & Simmons with us! May your mom rest in peace, the same for Rev Pinckney. I hope to see you post some more here in the future! đ
Gretty – thank you so much for telling us about the kindness of these gentlemen and how they took care of you and your mother. I can’t imagine the schedule that Rev Pinkney must’ve had being a pastor and a state senator. Both of them sound like wonderful, caring men. Thanks again, and my sympathy on the loss of your mother.
Gretty, I’m both sad for your loss and exhilarated by your story – that you and your family, and, in particular, your mother, were in such good hands. If you’ll excuse my sharing my personal thoughts, I believe your mother led the welcoming committee in heaven for the new souls who arrived from Charleston. May they all rest in peace.
Amazing how they do it – every single time. So today I awake to Chuck Todd displaying his white privilege all over the media – NOTHING the media does will surprise me any more.
Jesus wept is such an understatement when attempting to describe what these people do.
Morning 99ts! Just when I thought I’d heard it all, along came that Chuck Todd segment. No matter how awful I knew he was, this beats all, absolutely astonishing.
The Obama Diary 
Happy Father’s Day to all the TOD dad’s out there! đ
Happy Father’s Day Mr. President! đ
Congratulations a4alice, and a million thanks, Nerdy for posting my all-time favorite photo of our President with his darling daughters. That one requires a naughty mat!!
I’m glad it wasn’t just me on that naughty mat requirement! Ha.
Dig one outta your closet. You and “some others” never turn yours in. đ
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Dammed WordPress. For those of us whose fathers are long gone (1983) for me..May good memories make this day special. And honor those men still living in our lives.
Obama is a good example for all of us to follow. One of the reasons the press and some sections of DC society don’t think he’s very social is that he prefers spending time with his kids to them. A man with priorites that will serve him well long after his terms end with people who will love him despite all of the changes.
Crossposted from Balloon Juice-my comment on why getting rid of the Confederate flag matters (Maybe I should reactivate my old blog:): I am right. Notice that after World War II, the Germans were banned from using Nazi symbols. Symbols are a form of non-verbal speech,and evil symbols are a form of non-verbal hate speech. Those who its directed too feel intimidated and those who share those views feel justified in feeling that there are others who share those views.
The swastika ban worked to tamp down neo-Nazi and warmongering tendencies, allowing Germans to finally cleanse themselves of the hatred and move on. Germany is far more humane and civilized now-and Jews are even moving back to places like Nuremberg and Berlin.
Unfortunately, there was nothing similar done after the Civil War here, and we see the result a century later.
You would be hardpressed to find a swastika cup, license plate, or flag flying over a house. Even though thereâs no ban on any of these things here. The message got sent a long time ago that those things-and the attitudes with them, are unacceptable. And the Nazis killed relatively few Americans compared to the Confederates.
Its time to do the same with all of the Confederate stuff.
Thank you so much, Prettyfoot, for sharing this video clip. The Rev. is absolutely spot-on his analysis of history.
See y’all later, folks. Enjoy your day! Been nice spending time here. â¤
Happy Father’s Day to all the TOD dads!
In other words, Democrats are reclaiming the turf. That means having the conversation on our own terms and running on issues that have traditionally been the staple of a Democratic agenda. That they also happens to align with the views of a majority of voters in this country means that it is the opposite of tea party extremism. The mirror Mr. Milbank sees is the one Democrats are holding up to reflect the views of the people they’re running to represent.
That’s what is making it cool to be a liberal again.
A beautiful Father’s Day to our President and all of the fathers of TOD. Have a wonderful day, my TOD family.HZ
Congrats on 1st Alice!!
Happy Father’s Day to all TOD dads …. and to all dad’s everywhere ….
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bbl ….
Today is also OFA day of action on solar power. #PutSolarOnIt. Let the sun shine in (and on your roof)!
Happy Father’s Day, Mr. President: Obamaâs 5 Cutest Daddy-Daughter Photos
// President Obama may have grown up without a father, but that doesnât mean he’s not determined to be a good parent. In honor of Fatherâs Day today, first lady Michelle Obama tweeted out a photo of her husband posing in swim trunks with baby Sasha and Malia. âBeing a dad is one of the most important jobs a man can have,â the president wrote in a Fatherâs Day proclamation released Friday. âWhere our own fathers fell short, we have an obligation to rise up and do better.â //
http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/happy-fathers-day-mr-president-obamas-cutest-daddy/story?id=31925602
http://www.thepeoplesview.net/main/2015/6/18/waynes-world-an-open-letter-to-wayne-lapierre-regarding-his-work
He truly is a POS.
Thanks for this adorable post! It warms the heart! đ
If it wasn’t so sad, it would be funny. I have an idea that the people who work on Meet The Press shows would think it a “good idea” to show the color blindness of rape….
What a lovely tweet from FLOTUS to POTUS on Father’s Day.
I look at the two little girls in that picture with there Dad, then I see the pictures of the young ladies with their Mother in England and Italy, and I know Mom and Dad are proud of them both. Baby Sasha looks like baby Michelle, in the picture were Mrs. Robinson is holding baby Michelle as little Craig is sitting next to Mr. Robinson.
love the pics of POTUS
How absolutely clueless this man is.
Thankfully, this idiot (and supporter of child molesters) will never be President. So he’ll never have to worry about presidential issues.
Bob, maybe someone has been listening to your tweets…
Thank you so much, Alycee, for posting the link to Rev Gary Hall’s profound, articulate call to action!!
And, how neat it is that he is on Twitter!!
He states, with zero ambiguity:
” The shooting of nine Christian martyrs in Charleston calls each of us to examine our own participation in systemic and cultural racism. It calls all of us to forge real relationships outside the comfort zones of our own racial identities. And it demands that we, as a cathedral community and as a great church for national purposes, act to lead church and society into a new way of being together in America.
It is time for America to face into the open wound of race relations in our nation. It is time for Washington National Cathedral to reach out to our churches, synagogues, temples, and mosques to build a new community of love and justice that can help all of us do right by the nine who died in Charleston and for our nation, finally, to do the right thing.”
And, most importantly, he’s ready to LEAD!!
“I will dedicate the rest of my time here as your dean to that purpose. I ask that all of you join me and my cathedral colleagues in this work.”
Amidst the horror of the terrorist attack at “Mother Emmanuel” perhaps we will find the courage and fortitude to persist in doing all that will be required to heal the several century’s long festering wound inflicted by white supremacists on African Americans, First Peoples & other POC.
You know, I didn’t even think to check if he was on Twitter; I’m on the Cathedral’s email list… Guess I need t step up my game… LOL!
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I mentioned on a previous post that our minister today spoke on this, and what she said was very much like what this Dean is saying. She was blunt…she said this is a white culture problem, and it is our responsibility to change this. She also spoke about gun violence, and the dean links the two: racism and violence. This was in Oklahoma City……how many other ministers preached like this across the country? This is where it begins.
100% correct. We didn’t have a sermon on this issue today, but knowing our senior pastor as I do, he WILL address it. He did send out a churchwide email early the following day, but I do have every assurance that it will be openly addressed in our church community. (United Methodist)
Excellent leadership from your Senior Pastor, tnmtngirl. TY for letting us know and please thank him for me.
Please extend my personal gratitude to your Minister, Carolyn. TY
His response comment boiled down to: “So what, I made people angry and that’s good for my ratings”.
I am glad Eugene Robinson spoke up. Apparently he was totally surprised that a so-called “color blind look at gun violence” means white = blind. Upchuck is a total disgrace as a human being and I am glad he is getting called on it by the public. Apparently none of the white folks on the show found fault with it….
some folks are blinded by privilege they cannot see what is there before them
His apology is breathtakingly obtuse. In his last paragraph, he speaks about making people uncomfortable. No acknowledgment that featuring only Black shooters at a time when the whole nation is mourning the racist shooting of Black people was insensitive at the very least.
Okay, just had two of Mitt’s missionaries show up at my door, wanting to share a “god news” video for Father’s Day. “No thank you, I’m good with MY Christian faith; Have a Blessed day!”
@MyDesert “I love that man,” said Dwight Halvorsen, 62, as he biked by #cvobama Air Force One departure. @emdons 17 minutes ago
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The man looks Good….Great for 62yrs old.
Ah, love it!!! Thank you BFF!!
Look at baby Sasha! Was she not the cutest little butterball baby every?!
She has those baby Michelle cheeks.
I agree 1001%.
I have Never used the Racist Terrorist’s name.
NO…i want us to rememmber his name…i do not want him to fade into the nothingness along with what he did…i do not want the folks who influenced him to be nameless…shout their names….let every know who is responsible for the radicalization of hate that inspired him to kill
9 people…
I hear you. Thank goodness, the Internet and History have documented that. It is just my personal preference.
The only difference is that the “n” word is no longer spelled out.
From the chapel? What the hell were they doing in a chapel? Sigh.
Of course I absolutely adore the picture FLOTUS used to shoutout her hubby đ !!!
Happy Father’s Day to the Dad-In-Chief and to all the wonderful fathers here at TOD, there, and everywhere! ♥ ♥ ♥
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wow…look at the boots…what do they do
They probably keep those triple digit temps from burning his paws.
ohhh ok…fascinating…as Mr Spock would say…
yeah that pavement is hot at 110 + degrees.
Color-blind, the Racial Barometer according to on Chuckles Todd ?
Go directly to a fiery Blaze.
DeRay’s home is the U.S. He’s already home. I don’t tweet so I assume that hashtag is the work of racists. Won’t work on DeRay though. He appears to be strong enough to handle the foolishness thrown at him.
Hello everyone! I hardly comment here, but I’m a long time everyday lurker. I love TOD and it is here where I get updates on the President and read your great comments. You all are my life line when I need to get the facts because of some MSM hysterical harebrained story about President Obama and I also come here for laughs (Amk :-)) when need be.
I comment today because my heart is broken because of the tragedy at Mother Emmanuel AME. I grew up in Emmanuel and itâs been a part of my family for generations. Iâm so sad for the victims, their families, my Emmanuel family and my family in Charleston. They are torn up and they all have some connection to the people that were killed. Although Iâm on the other side of the country and canât be there during this tragic time, my heart and soul is in Charleston.
Also, I want to share my story and brief moments with Rev Pinckney and Rev Simmons. I thought people should know how these two kind and thoughtful men helped me during a sorrow time of my life.
My mother passed away and her funeral was held at Emmanuel AME on June 1st. Before she passed, my mother was in & out of the hospital since March. When she first went into the hospital she was diagnosed with kidney failure. At that time the doctors wanted me to decide to either put my mother on dialysis or to place her in hospice. I wasnât ready and couldnât make that decision for her. I told the doctor he needed to talk to her and let her make that decision. My mother decided that she wanted to live a little longer. Since then, she has been in and out of the hospital. Her health was getting worst. The last week she was in the hospital, her doctor called me with more bad news. He said they found cancer in her lungs and again asked me to make a decision, because other than dialysis there was nothing more they can do for her. Knowing my motherâs health had gotten worst, I became scared, upset and heartbroken. I didnât know what to do. I told the doctor I couldnât make a decision just yet, I needed time to process and talk to my family. The next morning, I woke up thinking I should call my motherâs church and speak with the pastor; he would be able to help me. I donât know why I had that thought, but something in me said to call. I havenât communicated with Emmanuel since I left Charleston over thirty years ago.
When I called that morning, I reached the church secretary. I told her that I needed to speak with the pastor about my mother who was a long time member and I gave her little background of why I was calling. She said she knew my mother and she was going to contact the pastor as soon as possible. Nervous and anxious, I hadnât heard from him for a couple of hours, so I called back. The secretary apologized and said the pastor was in Columbia, SC in session, but sheâll make sure he calls me as soon as possible. An hour later, my phone rang and it was Rev Pinckney. He greeted me with his strong voice and said he was so sorry to hear about my mother. He had just visited her at the hospital the week before. He said that they had a good time talking and she made him laugh. He also went on to say that he understood my dilemma and asked was I ready to make the decision, did I talked to the doctors and family members? I told him, I had not made a decision and yes I spoke to my family, but they left it up to me. I cried and told him I didnât know what to do, I didnât want to let my mother die, but I also didnât want her to be in pain or suffer. He told me itâs going to be alright and he prayed with me. He said overall, he couldnât tell me what to do, itâs up to me and the family, but he would be there for me anytime day or night.
My family and I eventually decided that we couldnât let my mother suffer any longer so we put her in hospice. When I arrived in Charleston I called Rev Pickney and told him we made a decision and it would be a matter of time. Again, he prayed with me and asked if I needed anything. A week later she passed.
Rev Pinckney called me and told me to Rev Simmons will be contacting me about the service. I met with Rev Simmons at Emmanuel. He greeted me with open arms and told me that he was there for me. While planning the service, Rev Simmons knew I was too distraught, so he guided me through the process. There were a few times I called Rev Simmons for some reason or another and without hesitation; he took the time to talk. Last week I received a voicemail from Rev. Simmons checking up on me. I called him back and we talked briefly. He asked will I be coming back to Charleston and I told him not anytime soon, but I was so grateful for his help and thanked him for everything.
The Saturday before my motherâs funeral we met with Rev Pinckney. It was a very busy day for him, he had a wedding to officiate and family events to attend, but he text me to let me know he would be running late but come to the church and heâll meet with my cousin and I shortly. We waited for only a few minutes. When we finally met face to face, he greeted us with a big smile and hug. He told me it was finally great to meet me and again asked if I needed anything. We prayed and talked for a while about our decision, his eulogy and my mother. While in his office, I noticed he had a picture of Rev Pinckney and Vice President Biden, I smiled to myself and realized we had a lot in common. I didnât ask him about the picture because it wasnât the place or time, but I assured myself that momâs eulogy would be in good hands and it was. He gave a beautiful eulogy and after the services, he greeted the family and I gave him a big hug and thanked him for everything. After the burial, although he was very busy he stayed, chatted and laughed with us at the repass and that was the last time I saw him.
I will never forget Rev Pinckney and Rev Simmons. They helped me get through a very difficult time in my life and I deeply appreciate it. I know it is part of their jobs to be there for families when a church member passes away, but I didnât perceive it that way. The time they took with me and my family was genuine, sincere, generous and thoughtful. God bless them!
Thank you Chips for allowing me to share my story.
Oh Gretty, what a wonderful tribute to Revs Pinckney and Simmons, their humanity and kindness shone through in your words. Endless thanks for sharing this with us, may they and your mother rest in peace and may you be comforted by the special memories you have of these special people in your life.
You’re welcome, Chips and thank you so much!
Thank you so much for sharing your special story. You really convey the heart and soul of the man this church has lost. Wow, what a heart.
May your mother forever Rest in Peace.
Yes just beautiful. Thank you for sharing đ
ohhhhhh …what a wonderful testimony…i am so glad that you and your family received comfort and strength…((huggs)))
Oh Gretty, thank you for sharing the kindness, solace and compassion Rev Pinckney & Rev Simmons gave to you and your family. It is in memories and stories such as yours that their legacy will live long, long after their untimely, tragic departure from us.
Please also accept my condolences to you and to your family on the loss of your mother.
Thank you
Thank you Gretty for sharing a wonderful experience with Rev Pinckney and so sorry for the loss of your mom. I am sure she was glad you and Rev’s Pinckney & Simmons was there to comfort her. We are so thankful you are part of our TOD family and if you recall more recollections, please feel free to share.
Thank you for this beautiful story.
Welcome to TOD Gretty and thanks for coming out of lurking to share your heart-warming story about Revs Pinckney & Simmons with us! May your mom rest in peace, the same for Rev Pinckney. I hope to see you post some more here in the future! đ
Gretty – thank you so much for telling us about the kindness of these gentlemen and how they took care of you and your mother. I can’t imagine the schedule that Rev Pinkney must’ve had being a pastor and a state senator. Both of them sound like wonderful, caring men. Thanks again, and my sympathy on the loss of your mother.
You’re welcome everyone. Thank you for your kind words.
thank you so much for sharing your story – and wishing eternal peace to your mother
Gretty, I’m both sad for your loss and exhilarated by your story – that you and your family, and, in particular, your mother, were in such good hands. If you’ll excuse my sharing my personal thoughts, I believe your mother led the welcoming committee in heaven for the new souls who arrived from Charleston. May they all rest in peace.
Thank you so much for sharing this, Gretty. I’m so sorry for the loss of your mother. May she RIP. My prayers for you and your family.
Sending love and very best wishes to all the TOD fathers out there who do their thing each and every day. Thank you.
Awesome! Safe travels, PBO. California loves you.
Amazing how they do it – every single time. So today I awake to Chuck Todd displaying his white privilege all over the media – NOTHING the media does will surprise me any more.
Jesus wept is such an understatement when attempting to describe what these people do.
Morning 99ts! Just when I thought I’d heard it all, along came that Chuck Todd segment. No matter how awful I knew he was, this beats all, absolutely astonishing.
So much that has happened in the past week has me with the same comment – “No words”.
I so admire those who can articulate the impact of the horror of the deaths and the response from white privilege.
Hi JER – thanks for all your posts on this thread – warms up the heart đ
Deray gives witness ….
Can’t imagine how many threats to his life he receives, every day. Sure hope the FBI is monitoring, closely.
I’M GOING TO HAVE TO GET BACK ON TWITTER…HAVE TO FIND MY OLD ACCOUNT…IT HAS COBWEBS ON IT…:)
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đ When I saw the photo, Bob, I almost punched my screen. The thoughts of Deray and that creature beside each other, OMG!
Felt the same way, Chips!! That’s why I didn’t post the tweet with the photo!!!!!!
I WOULD RATHER HAVE A PACK OF DRY PEANUTS…SAME THING!
MAYBE AN AIRLINE BAGGY………………AND A CHUTE!
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BBL…OFF TO FIND MY LOST TWITTER….:)
Wondered when O’Malley was going to speak
New post
http://theobamadiary.com/2015/06/21/happy-fathers-day-to-men-who-love-dad-jokes-this-ones-for-you/
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