Elected Dead

Joe Legal Vs. Jose Illegal

2010-05-18T09:13:00.000-07:00

You have two families: “Joe Legal” and “Jose Illegal”.
Both families have two parents, two children, and live in California.

Joe Legal works in construction, has a Social Security Number and makes
$25.00 per hour before taxes. ... See More... Jose Illegal also works in construction, has NO Social Security Number, and gets paid $15.00 cash “under the table”. Ready? Now pay attention…Joe Legal: $25.00 per hour x 40 hours = $1000.00 per week, or $52,000.00per year. Now take 30% away for state and federal tax;

Joe Legal now has$31,231.00.Jose Illegal: $15.00 per hour x 40 hours = $600.00 per week, or $31,200.0 0per year. Jose Illegal pays no taxes. Jose Illegal now has$31,200.00.Joe Legal pays medical and dental insurance with limited coverage for his family at $600.00 per month, or $7,200.00 per year. Joe Legal now has $24,031.00.Jose Illegal has full medical and dental coverage through the state and local clinics at a cost of $0.00 per year. Jose Illegal still has$31,200.00.

Joe Legal makes too much money and is not eligible for food stamps or welfare. Joe Legal pays $500.00 per month for food, or $6,000.00 per year….. Joe Legal now has $18,031.00.Jose Illegal has no documented income and is eligible for food stamps and welfare. Jose Illegal still has $31,200.00.

Joe Legal pays rent of $1,200.00 per month, or $14,400.00 per year. Joe Legal now has $9,631 .00.Jose Illegal receives a $500.00 per month federal rent subsidy. Jose Illegal pays out that $500.00 per month, or $6,000.00 per year. Jose Illegal still has $ 31,200.00.Joe Legal pays $200.00 per month, or $2,400.00 for insurance. Joe Legal now has $7,231.00.

Jose Illegal says, “We don’t need no stinkin’ insurance!” and still has $31,200.00. Joe Legal has to make his $7,231.00 stretch to pay utilities, gasoline, etc. Jose Illegal has to make his $31,200.00 stretch to pay utilities, gasoline, and what he sends out of the country every month. Joe Legal now works overtime on Saturdays or gets a part time job after work. Jose Illegal has nights and weekends off to enjoy with his family.

Joe Legal’s and Jose Illegal’s children both attend the same school. Joe Legal pays for his children’s lunches while Jose Illegal’s children get a government sponsored lunch.

Jose Illegal’s children have an after school ESL program. Joe Legal’s children go home. Joe Legal and Jose Illegal both enjoy the same police and fire services, but Joe paid for them and Jose did not pay. Do you get it, now?
If you vote for or support any politician that supports illegal aliens…You are part of the problem!

Boom Blox

2008-07-27T22:47:00.001-07:00

This game may seem lame but if you like knocking things down you may fall in love. This game is for the Wii console and is in deed a great buy. If you don't like knocking things down; no worries you'll end up loving it once you play a couple of rounds. It's like a Tetris but much better.

So if you're not a part of the Blox come join us it will be one of your best investments.

Quick Note:

How am I knocking others down to build myself up?

Pause & Think about it {+}

Why This Title for a Blog

2008-07-25T18:27:00.000-07:00

This title may seem odd to some people however it was crystal clear when I thought of it. Scripture describes our state out of Christ as Dead, right? It also describes those of us who are born again as elected right? Yes we were once dead however we have been elected and made alive through Christ. Scripture also tells us we must die to ourselves; In short put yourself last. This is a hard thing to do but imagine the impact we can make on others.

Pause & Think About

A Growing Puppy

2008-07-24T15:52:00.000-07:00

Holy Smokes,

This puppy is so full of energy but she's also so much fun. She's so cute & cuddly and has to say hi to everyone that passes by. She's sort of a social butterfly like me; however I haven't been one lately.

Taking care of this puppy has shown me a couple of things.

Unconditional Love!

No matter how many times I or my wife discipline her for going potty other than her specified spot or chewing on dry wall; she still manages a way to melt our hearts but coming back & giving us kisses.

So if you haven't met our puppy, Sydnee come on by some time.

River Side Blues Band

2008-07-18T19:45:00.000-07:00

Yes we do have a Blues Band out here & I know every member but two. It was nice seeing faces I haven't seen for 10 years. They are off to a great start and things are looking up for them. Best of luck guys and I'll see you @ your next show.

So Pretty Yet So Devestating

2007-10-25T21:00:00.000-07:00

The Southern California brush fires have wiped out about 1,500 homes of 1 of which is my wife's Aunt Sandy.

This was her dream home to in her place @ Running Springs CA, although she lost possessions no one can steal her memories away from her.

So many people this week have lost so much so be greatful for what we have and help others whenever you can especially in a time like this.
The air quality though really sucks bad and you can't even stay outside without coughing a lung out. Possessions and homes are replaceable; however no one can steal or burn down your memories.

What do we do next you may ask.....

It's time to start rebuilding and making fresh new memories...............

Stay Classie Fellow Bloggers.

Starting Fresh

2007-10-15T21:37:00.001-07:00

This is my first official blog & I'm not too into doing this.

However all my friend are currently blogging as they call it so I just gave in.

I'm a Business Major @ California Baptist University and am almost done with my B.A. My wife and I care considering to have kids and she's almost done with the R.N. program @ R.C.C.

I love music and am a musician that's played for Sandals for about 4 years. I'm currently on a break since I'm trying to finish my B.A. in Business Admin.

A quick note before I close this post if you haven't seen the T.V. episodes of Heroes & Dexter on Showtime; they are a must see!

Till next time everyone,
Try to stay fresh: