tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post3304823992844759910..comments2024-03-18T20:50:36.597-07:00Comments on Rural Revolution: A beautiful weddingPatrice Lewishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06012022335047974670noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-90893414376717783042014-10-10T08:57:38.777-07:002014-10-10T08:57:38.777-07:00I am replying a bit late here, but I think this is...I am replying a bit late here, but I think this is important. What you won't find in most history book is the fact that most who fought under the Confederate flag were neither plantation nor slave owners. Sure, the ones who were in leadership were the rich who were trying to protect their way of life (which very regrettably included the vast sins involved in slave ownership.) But then, only the wealthy could afford to leave their homes for months to head north and debate. The vast majority of southerners were not represented by this wealthy minority that made the history books. Most of the men who fought and died under the Confederate flag, did so to try to preserve states rights, not slavery. I remind you that the history books tend to be written by the victors, not the losers. <br /><br />Today, many that take up the Confederate flag do so with that same ideal. They feel the federal government is trampling on the rights of the states, ignoring their votes, and establishing unwanted rules and laws. Sure, you have some white supremacist groups that jump in and muddy the waters. This is no more representative of the whole than Westboro is representative of the Baptist church.<br /><br />Myles W., I appreciate your explanation of your point of view. I guess it is best to just agree to disagree. I wish you well.<br /><br />Patrice,<br />Sorry your comments on this most precious event got a bit side tracked. <br /><br />Sincerely,<br />Southern GirlAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-53228418697549887712014-10-10T06:07:47.974-07:002014-10-10T06:07:47.974-07:00You're actually the second person to inquire. ...You're actually the second person to inquire. If you email me at patrice@patricelewis.com, I can pass your inquiry on.<br /><br />- PatricePatrice Lewishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06012022335047974670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-45158228924960770912014-10-09T10:57:21.903-07:002014-10-09T10:57:21.903-07:00Do you know if she would be interested in passing ...Do you know if she would be interested in passing that business on to someone else?<br />Thank you very much!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-45587756825988590572014-10-09T07:46:19.332-07:002014-10-09T07:46:19.332-07:00Miles Fortis, I thank you soooooo much, good sir.
...Miles Fortis, I thank you soooooo much, good sir.<br /><br />You are a man AND a gentleman.<br /><br />Your wise words in this unfortunate matter are very much appreciated.<br /><br />A. McSpAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-83503272081496782782014-10-09T05:07:06.294-07:002014-10-09T05:07:06.294-07:00No, I'm afraid she closed shop because of othe...No, I'm afraid she closed shop because of other commitments.<br /><br />- PatricePatrice Lewishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06012022335047974670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-40126594976257957132014-10-08T20:17:17.983-07:002014-10-08T20:17:17.983-07:00Patrice, speaking of concealed carry . . . I searc...Patrice, speaking of concealed carry . . . I searched for the Naturally Concealed holster website and it appears to be down. Are they still in business? Do you have contact info? <br />Thanks! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-22438399088997118682014-10-08T04:21:45.435-07:002014-10-08T04:21:45.435-07:00My 42 years as a southerner have influenced my bia...My 42 years as a southerner have influenced my bias regarding the flag and those that choose not to understand the dynamics of its origin. Those supremacist groups use the Holy Bible as well. This reminds me of Patrice's recent article - Homeschooling is evil. Only a minute percentage of those flying the flag are supremacists. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-59025146988294955332014-10-07T20:04:01.958-07:002014-10-07T20:04:01.958-07:00No, I think not "user error". The commen...No, I think not "user error". The commentary apparatus here does strange things on my computer as well.<br /><br />MILESFORTISAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-47222742385160688562014-10-07T20:01:53.065-07:002014-10-07T20:01:53.065-07:00Sorry "sir". While this IS a "pubic...Sorry "sir". While this IS a "pubic" blog, it is NOT "public" property" where you can do as you please "without repercussions" .<br /><br />This is Mrs. Lewis' private property and SHE does as SHE pleases here. No one else.<br /><br />You stay here at her sufferance, just as certainly as I and everyone else does.<br /><br />I would think that being in that situation would make all persons exude their highest manners in all situations here.<br /><br />However, I put men who use the free graces of a generous host to insult that host and her acquaintances in another category than "gentlemen".<br /><br />We now know how you "think and feel" about arms. <br /><br />That's all well and fine. <br /><br />Getting "snarky" as you put it, and insulting, as I put it doesn't seem to show very good manners, now does it?<br /><br />MILESFORTISAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-20208122368066035292014-10-07T16:32:19.344-07:002014-10-07T16:32:19.344-07:00Sorry, I'm not quite sure what happened with m...Sorry, I'm not quite sure what happened with my last post. User error? ;0)<br /><br />Southern GirlAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-72794425130732376082014-10-07T16:32:01.748-07:002014-10-07T16:32:01.748-07:00In my humble opinion.... All are right. We do have...In my humble opinion.... All are right. We do have the right to express ourselves. 1st amendment... We do have the right to bear arms. 2nd amendment. One does not trump the other. However, without the 2nd the 1st is indeed in jeopardy. I do think a wedding should be a place of holy commitment to the couple. If they did not have a problem with concealed carry or open carry... They have that right. <br /><br />Is a church a place to forbid firearms? Gun free zones "today" are in many respects an invitation to open season on all who enter for those with harm intended. I have to kind of laugh at the intent on them at all as to this. Who are they sending this message to? Law abiding citizens! Really?! Do those who intend harm read these and pay any attention whatsoever? Really?! The logic of "gun free zones" has yet to penetrate my small brain and reveal any sense whatsoever. <br /><br />My praise to the posters on this blog on keeping the discourse civil. My praise to the couple who kept their vows to remain chaste until their marriage. She obviously is one who actually deserved to wear white, have a full veil, and be presented to her groom pure and whole. <br /><br />May God Bless them, their children to come, and their entire family and friends that support them! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-15883287497760847572014-10-07T16:14:09.325-07:002014-10-07T16:14:09.325-07:00Hi Southern Girl,
Yes you are correct that I am b...Hi Southern Girl,<br /><br />Yes you are correct that I am biased to a certain degree. A few years ago I went to visit my sister who lives in Gifford, Idaho. While there, I took her for lunch at a café in Orofino. As we were driving through I noticed a wedding going on in the local park. What struck me other than the fact that some of them were armed was that they had tacked a Confederate flag up between two trees. A Jewish friend of mine from my time in the military has sent me articles on the problems that have occurred with white supremacist groups in the Sandpoint and Coeur d'Alene areas which also influenced my bias. On a personal basis, from my ten years in the Marine Corps, I equate firearms with war, so it's difficult for me to visualize them in church. That's just the way that I think and feel. - MylesMyleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11287898337407122830noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-49598476643790008412014-10-07T14:06:07.296-07:002014-10-07T14:06:07.296-07:00I'm still scratching my head about what the fl...I'm still scratching my head about what the flag of the Confederacy has to do with this. Wait...on second thought I doubt I really want to know your opinion on that one either.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-76520083993976024662014-10-07T13:07:01.428-07:002014-10-07T13:07:01.428-07:00I disagree with you, but I have no issue with you ...I disagree with you, but I have no issue with you stating your opinion on guns in church. In fact, I would fight for your right to say what you believe.<br /><br />I only have an issue with your confederate flag statement.<br /><br />"In looking at the pictures, the only thing I failed to see was the Confederate flag hanging on the reception hall wall."<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />While I disagree with you, I respect your right to state your opinion on guns in church. In fact, I would fight for your right to state your beliefs. I could be wrong, but I think most who visit Patrice's blog would also defend your rights to your own beliefs.<br /><br />However, I too found your confederate flag statement to be quite snarky and I think that is the statement that is angering many.<br /><br />Why would open carry guns in Idaho remind you of the Confederate flag? I think it might help us to know what associations you have with the confederate flag? Since Idaho was not part of the confederacy, that can't be it. Do you associate the confederacy with hardworking people who spend responsibly and pay homage to their logging community roots?<br /><br />Please explain. Because otherwise it seems you were just rudely using false stereotypes to insult this young couple's wedding and thusly deserve our disrespect.<br /><br />Southern Girl<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-28515837921238995182014-10-07T10:11:43.875-07:002014-10-07T10:11:43.875-07:00I don't agree with your earlier post but I do ...I don't agree with your earlier post but I do agree with this one. I love that we still have freedom to express our beliefs and feelings, (technically). TChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11404472377727658686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-45194923680800425002014-10-07T07:08:32.734-07:002014-10-07T07:08:32.734-07:00"leave the fine readers and Mrs. Lewis alone&..."leave the fine readers and Mrs. Lewis alone". Is that what you<br />really want? Do you want to live in a world where everybody shares the same ideas and beliefs? Not me. Yes it's uncomfortable and disturbing at times, but each person should have the right to their own opinions. We might think them "snarky" and incorrect, but what a wonderful country that we live in that we can post what we believe on a public blog and not worry about repercussions. Sorry Miles, but I will continue to follow Mrs. Lewis's blog until she asks me to leave. - MylesMyleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11287898337407122830noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-67947329674469810512014-10-07T04:12:55.058-07:002014-10-07T04:12:55.058-07:00Myles has a right to his opinion and for the most ...Myles has a right to his opinion and for the most part stated it okay. The comment about the Confederate flag however, sounded snarky. I wouldn't expect to see that flag in Idaho as they were never part of the Confederacy anyway. At the same time, I've been in many churches in GA and SC and have never seen one in a church there either!!Mary in GAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11897145835153363737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-76583701886000538072014-10-06T22:57:26.982-07:002014-10-06T22:57:26.982-07:00veteran,
you hit the nail on the head. don't ...veteran,<br />you hit the nail on the head. don't let anyone drag a red herring across here to divert the comments on the beauty of the wedding to himself.<br />deb h.<br /><br />wedding and bride lovely.<br />when my husband asked what sort of engagement ring i wanted i said i'd rather have a refrigerator.<br />weddings are promises before God, not who has got the bigger reception hall.<br />thanks, Patrice.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-80330514216111156532014-10-06T21:49:56.879-07:002014-10-06T21:49:56.879-07:00This is the 'other' Miles around here, and...This is the 'other' Miles around here, and I want to be absolutely sure no one mistakes me for this "Myles" who has such strange ideas.<br />I own 'several' guns, am a NRA Life member and am a U.S Army veteran.<br />In my congregation, carrying is ENCOURAGED!<br />So hopefully this strange Myles who throws insults like they're party favors will, by his last words, leave the fine readers and Mrs. Lewis alone!<br /><br />MILESFORTISAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-34152731207297359512014-10-06T17:10:06.228-07:002014-10-06T17:10:06.228-07:00Confederate flag????
Confederate flag????<br />Grandma Ruthnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-84485208327621470632014-10-06T15:26:21.948-07:002014-10-06T15:26:21.948-07:00I agree, although I'm not sure for the same re...I agree, although I'm not sure for the same reasons. To me it just seems like a silly "look at me" kind of thing. Gimmicky. Childish. Probably one of the very few instances where I would disagree with carrying, or even notice, but in this instance I find it silly. But hey, it's their wedding. Lovely in every other way. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-71077001022515651082014-10-06T14:19:59.508-07:002014-10-06T14:19:59.508-07:00A beautiful wedding. A beautiful wedding. Mrs. Machttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06644129213141875138noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-30442200447172374432014-10-06T11:15:27.220-07:002014-10-06T11:15:27.220-07:00"Uninformed", "untruthful", &q..."Uninformed", "untruthful", "nanny state sheep", "liberal", "left leaning troll". I guess I had better stick with canning carrots. However, it is nice to see such an expression of opinion and we owe it all to our hostess Patrice who has created such a wonderful blog through her hard work and perseverance. I still do not believe in weapons in church, but of course that is my right.<br />I wish you all well. - MylesMyleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11287898337407122830noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-67237092009565701982014-10-06T06:57:39.594-07:002014-10-06T06:57:39.594-07:00If one starts out with I'm an NRA member with ...If one starts out with I'm an NRA member with several guns and I'm also a Marine Corps Veteran as there qualifiers, Then follows with snarky comments about the only thing missing is Confederate flags. I would suspect a left leaning troll has entered the building. Mocking hard working Idaho country folks for there traditions on a Wedding day .Totally classless. I don't carry USMC credentials myself . I served in Navy and Air Force from Nixon - Reagan Administrations. Your Confederate Flag comment, implying , Backwards Racists Hicks was totally offensive liberal stereotyping, Not what I would ever expect to come out of a Marine Corps Veterans mouth or Keyboard in this case. Thank God for places like Idaho that trust there Citizens to act like responsible adults. Not Nanny state sheep. <br />I agree with the other Commenters that a Church is the best place to carry, Given the Leftist extremists propensity for staging Attacks in houses of worship. Check the News archives. There's plenty of examples from just about every religion. signed. From a Veteran who took an oath to serve and protect this Nation from all enemies foreign and domestic. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-84013076576210538042014-10-06T05:36:02.138-07:002014-10-06T05:36:02.138-07:00I'm having a little trouble believing someone ...I'm having a little trouble believing someone could own several guns, be an NRA member, etc., etc., and have such an uninformed attitude toward the carrying of firearms. My wife and I are ALWAYS armed. You never know when you might need to defend yourself or others. People have been attacked in churches, restaurants, movie theaters, shopping malls, buses, and on and on! Mr. Walsvig is either sadly uninformed or being untruthful.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com