[nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving--A time to Reflect

Terry Eagle terrydeagle at yahoo.com
Sat Nov 27 17:33:04 UTC 2010 

Dear NFB Friends,

Happy Thanksgiving to all.

As I reflect on how blessed I am to be an American, with all the freedoms and responsibilities that being American bestow upon us, I cannot help being thankful for being part of the second of four generations of NFB family members.

My parents, active in organizing the NFB in Michigan in the 40s, 50s, and beyond, imparted to me and my four siblings the philosophy of Dr. Tenbrook and Dr. Jernigan that brought rise and massive to the largest movement across the nation and around the world, of the blind speaking for ourselves and future generations of blind children and adults.  It is the philosphy and every person that embraces and lives out the philosophy that makes the NFB the oldest, largest, gtratest, and neccessarily the only forthright and boldest organization of the blind, educating sighted and blind alike, that given the correct philosophy and attitude of "can do", blindness can be reduced to an inconvenience, and an opportunity to be the independent indiviual we are created and intended to be, and do anything we choose to do freely and independently, if we follow the NFB philosophy and follow the American dream.  I am so thankful to have bee born into an NFB family that
 embraced, lived, and taught the NFB philosophy.  Still, at nearly age 91, my mother practices the fiercely independent lifestyle that has been passed down from generation to generation, like a favorite family recipe; a recipe for a lifetime of successful personal exploration and independent living.

In addition, I am very thankful for the skills and abilities I possess and volunteer to the movement.  Were it not for the NFB philosophy for life, I am certain I would not possess and use those skills and abilities to advance the NFB movement.  And while admittedly at times the challenges (usually resulting from ignorance and prejudice)appear overwhelming, it is in continuing to give, combined with a good night's rest and prayers answered, that the path is cleared of obstacles to fulfillment.

All the tuition paid and federal student loans available could not produce for me  the opportunities to learn, develop and put to use skills and abilities, and gain real-life experience, that volunteering one's skills and abilities to a most worthy cause--advancing the NFB philosphy and lifestyle.  And seldom does a day pass that my sill and ability to listen to others and seek out their ideas, that I learn more.  I say all this to encourage all to seriously evaluate your skills and abilities, give thanks for those unique skills and abilities, and donate time to the NFB through volunteering your skills and abilities.  Human resources are our greatest resource in advancing the NFB mission.

Have a wonderful, happy, and safe holiday season everyone!

Terry Eagle


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>    1. Re: Happy Thanksgiving! (Chasity
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>    2. Re: Happy Thanksgiving! (Jim Prather
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>    3. Re: Happy Thanksgiving! (Fred
> Wurtzel)
>    4. Re: Happy Thanksgiving! (Mary Ann
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>    5. Re: Happy Thanksgiving! (Jim Prather
> (Jim in Detroit)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Thu, 25 Nov 2010 12:04:51 -0600
> From: "Chasity Jackson" <chasityvanda at charter.net>
> To: "NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
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> Happy Thanksgiving to you too Larry, and to all the
> wonderful federationists 
> of Michigan!! Amen to what you said about being renewed and
> enjoying the 
> many blessings the Lord has bestowed on you, your friends
> and your family! 
> Happy eating! May you all enjoy the Lions game today,
> especially the half 
> time performance by your own Michigan native, Kid Rock!!
> 
> Rock out with your giblets out,
> Chasity from Missouri
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Larry Posont" <president.nfb.mi at gmail.com>
> To: "NFBofMichigan List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2010 6:25 PM
> Subject: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> 
> 
> > Dear Fellow Federationists:
> >
> >    I wanted to wish you a very happy
> Thanksgiving. I hope that you are 
> > renewed and recharged, as you thank the Lord for all
> His
> > blessings and enjoy family and friends. I also want to
> thank you for the 
> > opportunity of serving as your National Federation of
> the
> > Blind of Michigan president.
> >
> > Sincerely,
> >
> > Larry Posont, President, National Federation of the
> Blind of Michigan
> >
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> Message: 2
> Date: Thu, 25 Nov 2010 18:39:49 -0500
> From: "Jim Prather \(Jim in Detroit" <james.prather at comcast.net>
> To: "NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
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> Is this the former Mary Ann Rojek?  Or is this someone
> else?
> 
> --------------------------------------------------
> From: "Mary Ann Robinson" <brightsmile1953 at comcast.net>
> Sent: November 25, 2010 12:02
> To: "NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> 
> Happy Thanksgiving to everyone on the list.
> 
> Mary Ann and Dave Robinson
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Larry Posont" <president.nfb.mi at gmail.com>
> To: "NFBofMichigan List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2010 7:25 PM
> Subject: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> 
> 
> > Dear Fellow Federationists:
> >
> >    I wanted to wish you a very happy
> Thanksgiving. I hope that you are
> > renewed and recharged, as you thank the Lord for all
> His
> > blessings and enjoy family and friends. I also want to
> thank you for 
> > the
> > opportunity of serving as your National Federation of
> the
> > Blind of Michigan president.
> >
> > Sincerely,
> >
> > Larry Posont, President, National Federation of the
> Blind of Michigan
> >
> >
> > --
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> Date: Thu, 25 Nov 2010 21:22:56 -0500
> From: "Fred Wurtzel" <f.wurtzel at att.net>
> To: "'NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List'" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
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> Hi Larry, Jim and Mary Ann and all my Federation family,
> 
> I sure hope your holiday was as good as mine.  I am
> thankful for all of you,
> your friendship and your willingness to help us all achieve
> first-class
> citizenship.
> 
> Warmest Regards,
> ]
> Fred
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nfbmi-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:nfbmi-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org]
> On Behalf Of Jim Prather (Jim in Detroit
> Sent: Thursday, November 25, 2010 6:40 PM
> To: NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> 
> Is this the former Mary Ann Rojek?  Or is this someone
> else?
> 
> --------------------------------------------------
> From: "Mary Ann Robinson" <brightsmile1953 at comcast.net>
> Sent: November 25, 2010 12:02
> To: "NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> 
> Happy Thanksgiving to everyone on the list.
> 
> Mary Ann and Dave Robinson
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Larry Posont" <president.nfb.mi at gmail.com>
> To: "NFBofMichigan List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2010 7:25 PM
> Subject: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> 
> 
> > Dear Fellow Federationists:
> >
> >    I wanted to wish you a very happy
> Thanksgiving. I hope that you are
> > renewed and recharged, as you thank the Lord for all
> His
> > blessings and enjoy family and friends. I also want to
> thank you for 
> > the
> > opportunity of serving as your National Federation of
> the
> > Blind of Michigan president.
> >
> > Sincerely,
> >
> > Larry Posont, President, National Federation of the
> Blind of Michigan
> >
> >
> > --
> > I am using the free version of SPAMfighter.
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> Message: 4
> Date: Thu, 25 Nov 2010 22:00:19 -0500
> From: "Mary Ann Robinson" <brightsmile1953 at comcast.net>
> To: "NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
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> Yes it is, Jim.
> 
> Mary Ann
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Jim Prather (Jim in Detroit" <james.prather at comcast.net>
> To: "NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Thursday, November 25, 2010 6:39 PM
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> 
> 
> > Is this the former Mary Ann Rojek?  Or is this
> someone else?
> >
> > --------------------------------------------------
> > From: "Mary Ann Robinson" <brightsmile1953 at comcast.net>
> > Sent: November 25, 2010 12:02
> > To: "NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> > Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> >
> > Happy Thanksgiving to everyone on the list.
> >
> > Mary Ann and Dave Robinson
> > ----- Original Message ----- 
> > From: "Larry Posont" <president.nfb.mi at gmail.com>
> > To: "NFBofMichigan List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> > Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2010 7:25 PM
> > Subject: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> >
> >
> >> Dear Fellow Federationists:
> >>
> >>    I wanted to wish you a very happy
> Thanksgiving. I hope that you are
> >> renewed and recharged, as you thank the Lord for
> all His
> >> blessings and enjoy family and friends. I also
> want to thank you for
> >> the
> >> opportunity of serving as your National Federation
> of the
> >> Blind of Michigan president.
> >>
> >> Sincerely,
> >>
> >> Larry Posont, President, National Federation of
> the Blind of Michigan
> >>
> >>
> >> --
> >> I am using the free version of SPAMfighter.
> >> We are a community of 7 million users fighting
> spam.
> >> SPAMfighter has removed 685 of my spam emails to
> date.
> >> Get the free SPAMfighter here: http://www.spamfighter.com/len
> >>
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> Message: 5
> Date: Fri, 26 Nov 2010 09:06:52 -0500
> From: "Jim Prather \(Jim in Detroit" <james.prather at comcast.net>
> To: "NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> Message-ID:
> <75D2893CF27F421C8B1AB78D28D2F3E8 at JimmyPratherPC>
> 
> Write me off list; when did y'all tie the knot?  I
> hadn't seen you since 
> last year before National Convention here.  Have a
> blessed day to all.
> 
> --------------------------------------------------
> From: "Mary Ann Robinson" <brightsmile1953 at comcast.net>
> Sent: November 25, 2010 22:00
> To: "NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> 
> Yes it is, Jim.
> 
> Mary Ann
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Jim Prather (Jim in Detroit" <james.prather at comcast.net>
> To: "NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Thursday, November 25, 2010 6:39 PM
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> 
> 
> > Is this the former Mary Ann Rojek?  Or is this
> someone else?
> >
> > --------------------------------------------------
> > From: "Mary Ann Robinson" <brightsmile1953 at comcast.net>
> > Sent: November 25, 2010 12:02
> > To: "NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> > Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> >
> > Happy Thanksgiving to everyone on the list.
> >
> > Mary Ann and Dave Robinson
> > ----- Original Message ----- 
> > From: "Larry Posont" <president.nfb.mi at gmail.com>
> > To: "NFBofMichigan List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> > Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2010 7:25 PM
> > Subject: [nfbmi-talk] Happy Thanksgiving!
> >
> >
> >> Dear Fellow Federationists:
> >>
> >>    I wanted to wish you a very happy
> Thanksgiving. I hope that you 
> >> are
> >> renewed and recharged, as you thank the Lord for
> all His
> >> blessings and enjoy family and friends. I also
> want to thank you for
> >> the
> >> opportunity of serving as your National Federation
> of the
> >> Blind of Michigan president.
> >>
> >> Sincerely,
> >>
> >> Larry Posont, President, National Federation of
> the Blind of Michigan
> >>
> >>
> >> --
> >> I am using the free version of SPAMfighter.
> >> We are a community of 7 million users fighting
> spam.
> >> SPAMfighter has removed 685 of my spam emails to
> date.
> >> Get the free SPAMfighter here: http://www.spamfighter.com/len
> >>
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> >>
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