Swedish Boy Removed Permanently From Home

I was reading today on the Christian News Wire about a very troubling article regarding a now 9 year old boy who was removed from his family two years ago in Sweden because they home-schooled him.  Rather than summarizing the article, I have just posted it here in it's entirety.

Homeschool Parents to Lose Children Permanently

Government Officials Seek to Terminate Johansson Parenthood over Homeschooling
Contact: Jeremiah Lorrig, Home School Legal Defense Association, 540-338-5600

PURCELLVILLE, Va., Oct. 12, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- Swedish officials on the Island of Gotland are seeking to terminate the parental rights of homeschool parents Christer and Annie Johansson. The latest development in this monumental homeschool rights case started when the state seized the parents seven year old son in June 2009. Domenic, now 9 years old, has been held in state foster care for more than 24 months.

News of these developments does not sit well in the homeschool community. "The United States Supreme Court has called the termination of parental rights the family court equivalent of the death penalty," notes Michael Donnelly, Director of International Relations at the Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA).

Seven-year old Domenic Johansson was snatched by Swedish police in June 2009 from an airplane bound for India, his Mother's homeland. Among the reasons given for the seizure was that Domenic was homeschooled. Since then his entire family has been denied virtually any contact with their son. HSLDA and the Alliance Defense Fund (ADF) filed a joint application on behalf of the Johansson family at the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in June 2010 and have been working to support the family since shortly after Domenic's seizure.

Both ADF and HSLDA are currently asking for letters to be written in an attempt to renew attention to the family's case and to encourage Swedish officials to release Domenic back to his family.

"The government shouldn't abduct and imprison children simply because it doesn't like homeschooling.  That's bad enough. But now the state is going even further by attempting to get the parents out of the way altogether," said ADF Legal Counsel Roger Kiska. "This simply cannot stand.  We will do everything in our power to help reunite this family."  

Actual Footage: Brainwashing in Elementary School

This is actual footage from a documentary done in an elementary school (Cambridge Friends School - a Quaker School) in Cambridge, Massachusetts.  What is troubling to me is that in this day of "education" only one side of many issues is allowed to be taught.  They are focusing all the explicit attention to the tolerance of a few and "re-educating" these children.

Elementary schools should be a place where children learn to read (phonics), write, grammar, learn the English language (rules, spelling), practice reading, learn math (calculate numbers - add, subtract, multiply, divide, percentages, fractions), learn the introductions to science (and there is plenty to teach that is non-controversial like plant life, cell life, animal life, solar system, rocks, oceans) learn about history - US (our presidents, our founding of our nation, our wars, our government (the branches of government and what they do) and a limited amount of world history (the big items like wars and countries births, basic economics (money - the use of and it's influence on our society) and yet this school feels the need to "re-educate" on issues that are non-academic.  There was opinion shared throughout these interviews and it's allowed because it's the "lefts" agenda.  No one on the "right" would be able to share in such detail "their" opinions in the classroom on such topics or many other topics without an uproar yet these children are being "formed" by teachers on matters that should remain issues taught at home.

I don't remember my teachers sharing their "intimacies" and choices while I was in grade school; in fact, it wasn't until I was in high school that I ever knew much about the private lives of my teachers and the information I did receive was shared after school hours outside the classroom instruction.

There is such a double standard in this country.  Would these same teachers agree to have someone come into address Christianity and all the details of that with their students?  Would they feel that was education or indoctrination yet they are allowed to "share" because "they" have determined what is acceptable and what it not.  This is NOT surprising that this is in Massachusetts but still it is shocking how far they are pushing the envelope under the guise of "education".

Elementary School Brainwashing - Part 1
Elementary School Brainwashing - Part 2

Top 100 Items to Have During National Emergency

I found this list on the Internet and thought it would be a good reminder for each of us to take a minute to see how "prepared" we are.

I grew up in Minnesota and we were always prepared for the weather to give us some challenges. It probably didn't hurt that I grew up with parent who lived through WWII either and my mother survived the war in Vienna, Austria.  She knew war and she taught us to be prepared.  I understand that some of these items on the list are more for war-like scenarios but each of us will probably realize that we are not as prepared to take care of our own as we should be.  Lately there has been a thinking coming over our land that it is the governments responsibility to "help" in time of need.  Well, it is not.  It is each or our responsibility to be about the task of being adults.

Again, there is no way to be totally prepared for any crisis - that's why we need each other, but we can be diligent to take steps to be wise and in turn being prepared.  We live in such a culture that most people don't know how to do things that our grandparents did just to survive.

Remember that this list is geared toward a National Emergency and the list addresses the top 100 items that disappear first during times of emergency.

1. Generators (Good ones cost dearly. Gas storage, risky. Noisy…target of thieves; maintenance etc.)
2. Water Filters/Purifiers
3. Portable Toilets
4. Seasoned Firewood. Wood takes about 6 – 12 months to become dried, for home uses.
5. Lamp Oil, Wicks, Lamps (First Choice: Buy CLEAR oil. If scarce, stockpile ANY!)
6. Coleman Fuel. Impossible to stockpile too much.
7. Guns, Ammunition, Pepper Spray, Knives, Clubs, Bats & Slingshots.
8. Hand-can openers, & hand egg beaters, whisks.
9. Honey/Syrups/white, brown sugar
10. Rice – Beans – Wheat
11. Vegetable Oil (for cooking) Without it food burns/must be boiled etc.,)
12. Charcoal, Lighter Fluid (Will become scarce suddenly)
13. Water Containers (Urgent Item to obtain.) Any size. Small: HARD CLEAR PLASTIC ONLY – note – food grade if for drinking.
16. Propane Cylinders (Urgent: Definite shortages will occur.)
17. Survival Guide Book.
18. Mantles: Aladdin, Coleman, etc. (Without this item, longer-term lighting is difficult.)
19. Baby Supplies: Diapers/formula. ointments/aspirin, etc.
20. Washboards, Mop Bucket w/wringer (for Laundry)
21. Cookstoves (Propane, Coleman & Kerosene)
22. Vitamins
23. Propane Cylinder Handle-Holder (Urgent: Small canister use is dangerous without this item)
24. Feminine Hygiene/Haircare/Skin products.
25. Thermal underwear (Tops & Bottoms)
26. Bow saws, axes and hatchets, Wedges (also, honing oil)
27. Aluminum Foil Reg. & Heavy Duty (Great Cooking and Barter Item)
28. Gasoline Containers (Plastic & Metal)
29. Garbage Bags (Impossible To Have Too Many).
30. Toilet Paper, Kleenex, Paper Towels
31. Milk – Powdered & Condensed (Shake Liquid every 3 to 4 months)
32. Garden Seeds (Non-Hybrid) (A MUST)
33. Clothes pins/line/hangers (A MUST)
34. Coleman’s Pump Repair Kit
35. Tuna Fish (in oil)
36. Fire Extinguishers (or..large box of Baking Soda in every room)
37. First aid kits
38. Batteries (all sizes…buy furthest-out for Expiration Dates)
39. Garlic, spices & vinegar, baking supplies
40. Big Dogs (and plenty of dog food)
41. Flour, yeast & salt
42. Matches. {“Strike Anywhere” preferred.) Boxed, wooden matches will go first
43. Writing paper/pads/pencils, solar calculators
44. Insulated ice chests (good for keeping items from freezing in Wintertime.)
45. Workboots, belts, Levis & durable shirts
46. Flashlights/LIGHTSTICKS & torches, “No. 76 Dietz” Lanterns
47. Journals, Diaries & Scrapbooks (jot down ideas, feelings, experience; Historic Times)
48. Garbage cans Plastic (great for storage, water, transporting – if with wheels)
49. Men’s Hygiene: Shampoo, Toothbrush/paste, Mouthwash/floss, nail clippers, etc
50. Cast iron cookware (sturdy, efficient)
51. Fishing supplies/tools
52. Mosquito coils/repellent, sprays/creams
53. Duct Tape
54. Tarps/stakes/twine/nails/rope/spikes
55. Candles
56. Laundry Detergent (liquid)
57. Backpacks, Duffel Bags
58. Garden tools & supplies
59. Scissors, fabrics & sewing supplies
60. Canned Fruits, Veggies, Soups, stews, etc.
61. Bleach (plain, NOT scented: 4 to 6% sodium hypochlorite)
62. Canning supplies, (Jars/lids/wax)
63. Knives & Sharpening tools: files, stones, steel
64. Bicycles…Tires/tubes/pumps/chains, etc
65. Sleeping Bags & blankets/pillows/mats
66. Carbon Monoxide Alarm (battery powered)
67. Board Games, Cards, Dice
68. d-con Rat poison, MOUSE PRUFE II, Roach Killer
69. Mousetraps, Ant traps & cockroach magnets
70. Paper plates/cups/utensils (stock up, folks)
71. Baby wipes, oils, waterless & Antibacterial soap (saves a lot of water)
72. Rain gear, rubberized boots, etc.
73. Shaving supplies (razors & creams, talc, after shave)
74. Hand pumps & siphons (for water and for fuels)
75. Soysauce, vinegar, bullions/gravy/soupbase
76. Reading glasses
77. Chocolate/Cocoa/Tang/Punch (water enhancers)
78. “Survival-in-a-Can”
79. Woolen clothing, scarves/ear-muffs/mittens
80. Boy Scout Handbook, / also Leaders Catalog
81. Roll-on Window Insulation Kit (MANCO)
82. Graham crackers, saltines, pretzels, Trail mix/Jerky
83. Popcorn, Peanut Butter, Nuts
84. Socks, Underwear, T-shirts, etc. (extras)
85. Lumber (all types)
86. Wagons & carts (for transport to and from)
87. Cots & Inflatable mattress’s
88. Gloves: Work/warming/gardening, etc.
89. Lantern Hangers
90. Screen Patches, glue, nails, screws,, nuts & bolts
91. Teas
92. Coffee
93. Cigarettes
94. Wine/Liquors (for bribes, medicinal, etc,)
95. Paraffin wax
96. Glue, nails, nuts, bolts, screws, etc.
97. Chewing gum/candies
98. Atomizers (for cooling/bathing)
99. Hats & cotton neckerchiefs
100. Livestock

10 Kleenex Clip! - Soldiers Coming Home

Soldiers surprising their loved ones with a surprise homecoming.  Welcome Home Daddy!  These are a 10 Kleenex needed clip.  Don't think you will have a dry eye with this video is done.  I am so thankful for ALL those in the military and their willingness to serve our country and give their lives for us.  This is the ultimate gift.  THANK YOU you servicemen and women who serve in the Armed Forces of the United States!  GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!

SR 519 - Parental Rights

Some of you may not be aware of what is going on in the world with the United Nations' Convention regarding the Rights of the Child.  The 111th United States Congress on May 10, 2010 introduced Senate Resolution 519.

As of November 2009, 194 countries have ratified it, including every member of the United Nations except Somalia and the United States.  When a nation ratifies this convention they are BOUND to it by international law.  If the United States ratifies this convention than INTERNATIONAL LAW would rule over our nations laws when it comes to OUR children and their needs.  This convention could then decide the human rights standard for ALL children of the world (those nations that have ratified this convention).  Everything from immunizations, health and wellness, education and even religion could all be controlled by this world convention.

In Article 7 of the document it states: The child shall be registered immediately after birth...  The Convention is making a documentation process for all children to be assigned a "social worker" if you will, to follow them and implement the "plan" for their life according to the Convention. This is just one of many "scary" things that this Convention is about.  The "convention" will have final authority over the children of the "convention".  Parent's will be secondary to the system.

We need our congress to hear us as we desire to have Americans making laws for Americans, not world conventions.  Currently in the US Senate there are 25 cosponsors on Senate Resolution 519 which opposes US ratification of the UN Convention.  Parental Rights has a list of Senators in the congress and how to contact them on their web-site.  Please CALL  YOUR SENATOR and let your voice be heard.  You can also go to Parental Rights web-site and click on your state, then click on the senator's/representative's name in your area and you will be taken to their home page.  This is a valuable tool to know who to contact and where they are located.

Currently there are a number a states legislatures that have taken up resolutions opposing ratification of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child or are urging Congress to pass the Parental Rights Amendment to the States for ratification.  A few have done both.  Here is a summary of those resolutions by State:
Hawaii
Complementary resolutions supporting the proposed Parental Rights Amendment are currently assigned to committees in the House (H.C. R. 60) and Senate (S.C.R. 74). Action Items: Call your representatives in HI's state House and Senate and urge them to support HCR 60 and SCR 74.
Michigan
H.C.R. 45, a resolution supporting the Parental Rights Amendment, has been introduced in the House with 60 sponsors out of the 110 member body. Action Items: Call your representative in MI's state House and urge him to support HCR 45.

Alaska
S.J.R. 26, supporting the Parental Rights Amendment, was introduced in Alaska's State Senate on January 20, 2010. Action Items: Call your representative in AK's state Senate and urge him to support SJR 26.
Tennessee SUCCESS!
H.J.R. 0369, opposing U.S. ratification of the UN's CRC, passed the General Assembly (70-20) in June 09 and the Senate (26-3) in February 10.

Oklahoma SUCCESS!
H.C.R. 1033, opposing U.S. ratification of the UN's CRC, passed both the House (61-28) and the Senate. The resolution has been referred to OK's Secretary of State.

South Dakota SUCCESS!
H.C.R. 1014, supporting the Parental Rights Amendment, passed both the House (41-28) and the Senate (21-13) in March 2010.
Louisiana SUCCESS!
S.C.R. 38, supporting the Parental Rights Amendment, unanimously passed both the House (93-0) and the Senate (34-0) in June 2010.
Virginia
H.J.R. 193, opposing US ratification of the CRC and supporting the Parental Rights Amendment, passed VA's House (64-31) on Feb. 15th but was killed in a Senate subcommittee through lack of any action at all - they never even met.

Volunteers are working on similar state resolutions in the following states: California, Colorado, Georgia, Florida, Iowa, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, and Utah.

Please help to protect the right of children to have their interest protected by their parents over some oversight committee.