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Thursday, December 30, 2010

Patricia Keeney has passed away

An Elgin legend has passed away from cancer. Many people came to her store Keeney's Sporting Goods & PK's Antiques in downtown Elgin to remember her wonderful life.






http://elgin.bocajump.com/Articles/pat-keeney-remembrance-at-villa-verone-thursday



Patricia helped us in 2008 by buying some antique clothing and jewelry. We have fond memories and miss her presence here in Elgin.

Holy Wind and Fire Revival Band

I was really glad to see that YouTube lifted the censorship of my video's audio track. I never really knew why it was censored. I assumed it was because someone was offended by Jesus. In the video one of our evangelists says that "Jesus Christ is the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father but by Jesus Christ."

The exclusive claims of Christianity means that it is not by Mohammed, Budda or Barack Obama, but only by Jesus by confession of faith in His Holy Name. Romans 10:9 says "That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved."

Here is our video.



The Holy Wind and Fire Revival Band: Aaron Mejia, David Knoerr, Marro Murray, Alejandro Cornejo, Wilbert Crosby, Tony DiLorenzo, Brian Selvey and Dr. Russell Reid.

Jelly Roll Morton's Michigan Water Blues

Great original blues by Jelly Roll Morton, Michigan Water Blues

I have always sung the verse as Michigan water taste like sherry wine. Mississippi water taste like turpentime. Eric Noden taught me Jelly Roll Morton's piano song arranged for the acoustic guitar. But when I listened to the original, I see Jelly Roll had recorded it as "Michigan water tastes like sherry wine. Michigan water tastes like sherry wine." He repeats the line, and never mentions Mississippi water.



Michigan water taste like sherry wine, Michigan water taste like sherry wine.

Believe to my soul my gal got a black cat bone. I believe a black cat bone. She go away but she surely come back home.

Michigan water taste like sherry wine, Michigan water taste like sherry wine.

It looks llke a frog hops like a kangaroo, If you aint got no hopper let him be your hopper too.

Michigan water taste like sherry wine, Michigan water taste like sherry wine.

Gal in Alabama, one in Spain, another in Mississippi, scared to call her name.

Michigan water taste like sherry wine, Michigan water taste like sherry wine.

Friday, December 17, 2010

"On The Bright Side" with Bobby Bollinger


I created this site, and setup the podcast on iTunes. Larry Chapel at www.qualitysoundproductions.com did the audio mix and manages the radio show on AM 1160 WYLL Chicago.

www.onthebrightside.org On the Bright Side is a daily message of hope and encouragement for everyone. In spite of all of life’s twists and turns and ups and downs, YOU CAN DO IT! You can live an inspired, overcoming life through Jesus Christ. Join me each day as I share my experiences and what the Lord and His Word has taught me all along the way.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Saturday, November 13, 2010

Administer Justice HD version "Out Of The Shadows"



I shot this video for Administer Justice, www.administerjustice.org
This is a Christian Legal Aid charity, helping people that cannot afford
legal services in the civil court system in Kane County IL. They will be
expanding to the other Chicagoland collar counties including Lake
County. It is my hope that people that have been abused in the court
systems will get justice, especially in Lake County.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

A Private Affair Catering cannot be beat for upscale cuisine!

I have been blessed to know Chef John Reidle for about six years. He has invited us to many family events and each time I come home with a plateful of leftovers and am AMAZED at how wonderful his talents are. He is famous for his marinades and all I can say is call him today and cater your next event; better yet, just cater all your events with John and A Private Affair Catering.


Besides such great food, his Web site has really really great sound files that a culinary student could really learn something from. Well worth listening to.

Contact him at www.aprivateaffaircatering.com or call him at 847-695-5511. I guarantee that if you can book him, you will be absolutely delighted. Or visit his blog at www.aprivateaffaircatering.blogspot.com

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Blagojevich and Ted Nugent Bumper Stickers


I don't know what I like the best. But I think it's the Ted Nugent for President bumper sticker. Today is the day Blagojevich's jury trial is reaching a decision. One interesting note, the quality of the photo is such that you can zoom in on the mirrors and see the driver's face. That's how the traffic cameras will get cha!

Thursday, July 1, 2010

Support Joy Ready's "Hope For Help"



Joy Ready has started a new organization. Be sure to visit at www.hopeforhelp.org


Hope for Help is a *non-profit organization whose purpose is to provide an advanced network of information and services for those in need, as well as those who have the capabilities to meet needs, both in the United States and abroad.



Vision: to bring together organizations that provide services and resources into one location, so people’s needs can be met in a more efficient manner, locally, nationally and internationally.



Mission:


· to create an interactive website called The Resource Connection, listing resources and giving opportunities. This site will be used by individuals in need and also by organizations that may be providing services and resources.


· to provide a list of funding sources for organizations that are in need. Many organizations that provide vital services have been tapped financially during these tough economic times. It is our goal to connect these organizations with resources and services in order to reach greater numbers of people more effectively.



As a result of some needs that were presented to us during the past few months, our board has decided to begin developing some specific projects. Unlike projects highlighted through the web-based Resource Connection, these particular projects will be directed and managed by Hope for Help. These programs will improve quality of life, giving greater stability and prosperity for individuals and communities around the globe. The current projects are as follows:


· Workforce Development – providing training in job searches; resume writing, and interview skills in the US.


· Women’s Business Conference in Malaysia – providing business training for 200 women and establishing a micro business branch to include 5 businesses openings as a result of the conference.


· Transportation in Haiti and Africa – creating micro-businesses ventures by providing motorcycles as a means of job creation.


· Fair Trade Development – providing opportunities for vital income through fair trade by linking artists with markets in the US.



The startup funds raised through this initial campaign will allow us to create the website as well as develop the projects listed above. We all need help at times and we all need hope in our lives. One organization’s director recently said to me, “What these people need is HOPE, HOPE that someone will HELP!” Won’t you be that someone today? Please help us make this vision a reality so more people can be helped. The economic crisis is hitting each of us, but you can part of the solution for someone else. Make a difference today and partner with me on this exciting venture. Go to DONATE page.



Hope for Help P.O. Box 2367 Fort Myers, FL 33902. (239)-313-9995

Joy Ready: President



Please send or forward this website to others you may know that might like to help.

*501(c)3 status pending

Joy Ready and four children




Saturday, June 26, 2010

Blackhawks Stanley Cup Victory Celebration



Chicago Blackhawks "Stanley Cup" Street Celebration . . .See the PHOTOS!!

If you were at the Chicago Blackhawk's rally on Friday June 11, 2010, You know what I'm talkingt about! And if you did not make it in person, this site will give you a taste of the JOY in Chicago. www.stanleycupphotos.com

We had a party with our own "Stanley Cup" for the FANTASTIC BLACKHAWKS FANS!! (And is that Aaron Mejia? No . . . can't be!!)

Friday, June 4, 2010

Flash Mob Event Happened Today: Elgin, IL


#somob4good HAPPENED in downtown Elgin, IL at 1:00 PM today. It was awesome. Glad to have been there!!
Elgin, IL, Friday June 4, 2010 #somob4good, organized by Sarah Evans HAPPENED in downtown Elgin, IL at 1:00 PM. It was reported by Evans to be a worldwide Social Media event in 15 cities, originating in Elgin IL and including Brussels and Honolulu. Social Mob 4 Good (#somob4good), a world wide flash mob to raise awareness for social service agencies. The intent of the "mob" is ultimately to raise awareness and the profile of each city's local service agencies. Many agencies turned up including the YWCA www.ywcaelgin.org, The Community Crisis Center www.crisiscenter.org, The United Way of Elgin www.liveunited.org, The Life Center www.thinkimpregnant.com and at least two political candidates. An interview with Evans is included in this posting. CNN I Report has donated a space for the event according to Evans. Video and photography courtesy of David Knoerr www.davidknoerr.com.

**************************** The event overview: Location: Downtown Elgin on S. Grove Street at the court b/t Mad Maggie's/Elgin Symphony Orchestra/Barnett Law Firm Meeting Time: 12:50 pm - show up near location Flash Mob Time: PRECISELY at 1:00 pm **************************** Activity: -Umbrella (the brighter the better) -White T-Shirt with #somob4good written on it (or any t-shirt of your choice) -Phone or portable music device w speakers (If possible) -Download Rihanna's "Umbrella" (If possible) -Cameras, etc. to document your mob activity - MOST IMPORTANT: We want you to show up! Think of it like an improv act. Everyone's going to be hanging around in their t's chatting, socializing, etc. Everyone should have their portable music device ready to play precisely at 1p. Watch for the flashmob leaders to begin congregating and twirling umbrellas (rain, sun, shine, snow, whatever). As soon as they do start opening and twirling YOUR umbrellas as well and join them in a "mob" formation. After the event, disperse and head to EPH for a celebration. Best, Sarah


Saturday, March 20, 2010

Plundering of your belongings and the confiscation of your property

Amplified Bible (AMP)
Hebrews 10:32-39

౩౨ But be ever mindful of the days gone by in which, after you were first spiritually enlightened, you endured a great and painful struggle,

౩౩ Sometimes being yourselves a gazingstock, publicly exposed to insults and abuse and distress, and sometimes claiming fellowship and making common cause with others who were so treated.

౩౪ For you did sympathize and suffer along with those who were imprisoned, and you bore cheerfully the plundering of your belongings and the confiscation of your property, in the knowledge and consciousness that you yourselves had a better and lasting possession.

౩౫ Do not, therefore, fling away your fearless confidence, for it carries a great and glorious compensation of reward.

౩౬ For you have need of steadfast patience and endurance, so that you may perform and fully accomplish the will of God, and thus receive and [a]carry away [and enjoy to the full] what is promised.

౩౭ For still a little while (a very little while), and the Coming One will come and He will not delay.

౩౮ But the just shall live by faith [My righteous servant shall live [b]by his conviction respecting man's relationship to God and divine things, and holy fervor born of faith and conjoined with it]; and if he draws back and shrinks in fear, My soul has no delight or pleasure in him.(A)

౩౯ But our way is not that of those who draw back to eternal misery (perdition) and are utterly destroyed, but we are of those who believe [who cleave to and trust in and rely on God through Jesus Christ, the Messiah] and by faith preserve the soul.