Veterans Games

The veterans of the Armed Forces live an unique life.  They give their lives for, and sometimes in, the service of others.  One can say that, in a sense, their life is not theirs.  God bless them for that sacrifice.  But it doesn't come without repercussions either.  When these brave men and women retire from service, many are left without a sense of reality, belonging, or direction.

We honor them by remembering them, and helping them.  One of the ways that the Department of Veteran Affairs has chosen to help these veterans is by sponsoring the National Veterans Golden Age Games.  This is an event filled with games and athletic competition for those retired servicemen ages 55 and older.  This year is the 26th game, and has a special participant.



101 year old Jack Faust served in the US Navy twice, first in the Yangtze River Patrol in China from 1927 until 1931, and later in the Pacific during World War II.  Faust is no stranger to the Games, having won nine gold medals and two silver in bowling and shuffleboard respectively.  He is planning on adding air rifle and checkers to his repertoire this year.
Faust says that he enjoys the games because of the friendships and the competition.  




Another great way to say "Thank you" to our retired servicemen and women.  Let the Games begin!


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And It Begins

After a long road, full of scrutiny and opposition, the primary election for the GOP Presidential nomination is now set.  Former Massachusetts Governor, Willard Mitt Romney, has won the opportunity to face off against incumbent president, Barack Obama, for the office of President of the United States.

Romney beat out a field of contestants that included Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich, former US Senator from Pennsylvania, Rick Santorum, and businessman Herman Cain to name a few.  Gingrich, Santorum, and Cain each made surges in the polls to contend with Romney, who stayed consistently in the top of the race.  However, each would eventually fall and suspend their campaign efforts.

Mitt Romney made a bid for the Republican nomination in 2008, but eventually lost to Senator John McCain.  During this go around, Romney was a clear front runner through out.  For the past several weeks, he has been addressed as the "presumptive Republican nominee" because of the lack of delegates won throughout the primaries.  That title is no more, as Romney wrapped up the formal race with a win last night in Texas.

While character and personal issues will assuredly be a part of this campaign (what would a campaign by without character attacks on the opponent?), the real issues of the economy and jobs are what Romney has promised to address.

So, in the famous words of Michael Buffer, "Lets get ready to rumble!"

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Peace

Everyone wants it.  Everyone deserves it.  It is so ironic, however, that in order to establish peace, usually there is a period of unrest, riot, and even bloodshed.  Just as freedom is not free, neither is peace.  But that doesn't mean that we should give up on the aspiration, nor allow anyone to take it from us once we have it.

Bahrain, an island country deeply rooted in a belief of peace and a desire to sustain it, has recently had a tough time maintaining it.  With riots in the country, and interrogating statements with out it, Bahrain has been put to the test.  But they are coming out champions!  High Highness, King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa is leading the government and his people in a way of a true champion of peace.  His actions show a true desire for democracy and genuine compassion for his people as he tries to serve and protect them from those outside sources that seek to overthrow and destroy.

Bahrain is a very pivotal country, not only in the Middle East, but in the world.  It is essential that they are able to maintain their peaceful way of life and establish a true democratic government.  With the support of its allies, Bahrain has the best chance of any to achieve those goals!

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Summer Fun

The Kingdom of Bahrain is set to kick off the summer.  The Bahrain Summer 2012 Festival will officially kick off the summer of fun for Bahraini families next month, and it will cater to just about everyone there! So if you are there and you don't find something you like, just keep walking, and you are bound to run into it!

Activities for children and families, including musical, theatrical, cultural, and educational events will ensure that everyone finds something that will be to their amusement.  That is the way the  Culture Minister Shaikha Mai bint Mohammed Al Khalifa has planned it. 
The event will be held at the Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre in Sanabis.  
Is there a more exciting way to kick off the summer than with a month long party that the whole family can enjoy together?




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Memorial Day

Memorial Day.  A day that we remember those who have, are, and will, fight for freedom.  

A day we remember the sacrifice these brave men and women make.  Some, the sacrifice of family 

and time.  Some the sacrifice of other careers.  Some, the ultimate sacrifice of life itself.  

Those who receive because of these sacrifices can never repay the debt.  

This day began shortly after the Civil War to remember and memorialize those Union soldiers who lost their lives.  Today, the celebration and recognition covers all Americans who have fallen in battle.

And so, in our own small and sincere way, we say, "Thank you."