Thomas Promise

Serving in the Senate since 1987, John McCain came from a family of public service. His father and grandfather, were both four-star Navy admirals. McCain himself entered the U.S. Naval Academy in 1954 and served in the Navy until 1981. During his service, he spent six years as a prisoner of war during the Vietnam War. https://www.wlwt.com/article/arizona-senator-john-mccain-dies-at-81/22831295

Rest in peace Aretha. http://time.com/5365353/aretha-franklin-dies/

Chinese media say witnesses have reported the man intended to be hurl the explosive into the embassy but it exploded before he could get it over the fence, injuring people and a police car in its path. However, reports are conflicting with other media outlets claiming police had to stop a woman pouring petrol on herself. The Global Times reported: “Witness says police took away a woman spraying gasoline on herself in suspected attempt at self-immolation”. https://www.news.com.au/world/asia/witnesses-report-huge-blast-at-us-embassy-in-beijing/news-story/be92bccda3b5364cc9d26719c7cac101

The whole world hoped this summit would bring peace to this troubled area since the end of World War 2. https://www.yahoo.com/news/trump-calls-off-meeting-north-koreas-kim-135250907.html

The State Department issued a health alert to U.S. citizens in China on Wednesday after an American government worker suffered a mild traumatic brain injury following mysterious “sensations of sound and pressure.” https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/u-s-worker-china-sickened-brain-injury-after-mystery-sound-n876686?icid=today_hp_NBCtopheadlines

I just received an e-mail from the State Department concerning China. China, Level 2: Exercise increased caution Exercise increased caution in China due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws and special restrictions on dual U.S.-Chinese nationals. Chinese authorities have the broad ability to prohibit travelers from leaving China (also known as `exit bans'); exit bans have been imposed to compel U.S. citizens to resolve business disputes, force settlement of court orders, or facilitate government investigations. Individuals not involved in legal proceedings or suspected of wrongdoing have also be subjected to lengthy exit bans in order to compel their family members or colleagues to cooperate with Chinese courts or investigators. U.S. citizens visiting or residing in China have been arbitrarily interrogated or detained for reasons related to "state security." Security personnel have detained and/or deported U.S. citizens for sending private electronic messages critical of the Chinese government. China may refuse to acknowledge dual U.S.-Chinese nationals' U.S. citizenship, including denying U.S. assistance to detained dual nationals, and preventing their departure from China. If a dual U.S.-Chinese national enters China on a Chinese government travel document, such as, but not limited to, a Chinese passport or a national ID card, U.S. consular officers will not be allowed to visit the individual or assist in interactions with the Chinese government should the individual be arrested, detained, or involved in criminal or civil investigation. If you plan to enter North Korea from China, read the North Korea Travel Advisory. Read the Safety and Security section on the country information page. If you decide to travel to China: Enter China on your U.S. passport with a valid Chinese visa. If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy or the nearest consulate immediately. Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter. Follow the U.S. Embassy on Twitter, WeChat, and Weibo. Review the Crime and Safety Reports for China. U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler's Checklist.

Former 1st Lady Barbara Bush has passed. Se was 92. Wife of George H Bush and mother to George W. Bush. RIP https://www.yahoo.com/gma/former-first-lady-barbara-bush-dies-age-92-234304685--abc-news-topstories.html?soc_trk=gcm&soc_src=ecd5e8af-dc90-3332-9efb-d522bf6b8dfa&.tsrc=notification-brknews

Maybe China's FDR soon. China's ruling Communist Party has proposed removing a limit of two consecutive terms for the country's president, the official news agency said Sunday, appearing to lay the groundwork for party leader Xi Jinping to rule as president beyond 2023. https://www.yahoo.com/news/china-proposes-removing-2-term-limit-president-090105292.html?soc_trk=gcm&soc_src=69f70237-124f-3ea9-acd0-fc922af945e2&.tsrc=notification-brknews

God doesn't sell miracles but takes payment in faith.

Born in 1918 in Charlotte, North Carolina, William Franklin Graham Jr. was the oldest of the four children of William and Morrow Graham. He was raised on a dairy farm, and little in his childhood suggested he would become a world-renowned preacher. RIP. https://www.yahoo.com/news/billy-graham-apos-america-apos-132351604.html?soc_trk=gcm&soc_src=937981b8-b832-11e5-a8a0-fa163e2c24a6&.tsrc=notification-brknews

The market is highly over valued now. It is just readjusting its self.

The Dow has lost over 1500 points the past 6 days. Down 1070 as of today. http://money.cnn.com/2018/02/05/investing/dow-jones-trump-stocks-markets/index.html?iid=hp-stack-dom

Afraid of not getting what you ordered when online shopping.... try online dating

Happy birthday to you!

Gomer Pyle Fame and a very fine singer. RIP. http://pix11.com/2017/11/30/jim-nabors-of-gomer-pyle-fame-dead-at-87/

Bad things come in 3. Mel Tillis, David Cassidy and now Della Reese passes. She was 86. http://people.com/music/della-reese-dead-at-86-touched-by-an-angel-singer/

David Cassidy also passed away today at 67. https://thewirerepublicblog.wordpress.com/2017/11/18/breaking-david-cassidy-dead-at-age-67/

Country Music Legend Passes. Mel Tillis at 85. The singer, songwriter, comedian and businessman, whose genuine warmth and down-home humor drew countless fans, was 85. In his six-decade career, he recorded more than 60 albums, notched three dozen top 10 singles and wrote several hit songs that are now regarded as classics. https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/music/2017/11/19/country-music-legend-mel-tillis-has-died-85/878704001/

Take the profit out of wars and chain the criminal bankers.

I doubt it.The may think it is about a baseball player who has played more then one season.

Happy Veterans day to all the Vets out there. In Canada it is named Remembrance Day.

Fall backwards on Sunday. We gain an hour of sleep. I wish we would keep the same time.

Legendary New Orleans singer and piano player who took the '50s and '60s by storm ... is dead. Domino died in New Orleans, surrounded by friends and family, according to his daughter. His hits were epic ... "Blueberry Hill," "Ain't That a Shame" and "I'm Walkin'." RIP. http://www.tmz.com/2017/10/25/fats-domino-dead-dies/#

The Ohio Chinese Lantern Festival will return to the Ohio Expo Center and State Fairgrounds with brand new light sculptures, more exciting performances and more cultural experiences. The display will be held from Nov. 17, 2017 to Jan. 7, 2018 http://www.journal-news.com/events/the-ohio-chinese-lantern-festival-returning-columbus-2017/WaHibmySxmNoaskp41MZ1L/

May God have mercy on his soul. Amen.