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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 2004
Page
4
US Ue Humor author Bill Dodds describes his journey from smoker to ex smoker and explains a two part approach to quit smoking with 1440 reasons. He recalls last cigarettes, the difficulty of quitting, and the payoff of a nicotine free life. He urges readers to keep a personal why, resist triggers, and enjoy a renewed life with loved ones.
The note ponders why a dog revisits vomit, suggesting it may be drawn by what looks appealing. It argues people repeat choices that seem pleasing but fail to resolve issues, sometimes worsening problems.
The author warns against repeating harmful patterns and declares addiction a symptom of rebellion against God. Recognizing the Great American Smoke Out, they recount personal encounters with tobacco and alcohol, stressing Christ as the remedy and urging turning to Jesus for healing and deliverance. The piece emphasizes prophetic warnings, family impact, and personal vows to resist substances.
The piece argues prenuptial agreements clash with biblical teachings on lifelong marriage. It critiques fear-based planning, favors trust over fear, and cites love as the antidote to fear, referencing a Christian view of marriage and a note about the Trump example.
California politics defies turnout norms as nonwhites, though 34 percent of residents, account for only 12 percent of voters, now hold 27 to 32 of the 120 legislative seats in Sacramento. Latinos, while 34 percent of the population, had low turnout yet command decisive representation in the state assembly.
A policy institute notes whites vote and participate at higher rates than African American and Asian residents across ballots and campaigns. In 2002 LA County eastern district, Democrat Fabian Nuifier won with 25,246 votes amid 29k cast, while Republican Tom Harman drew 63,392 of 102,000. Nuifier rose to Assembly speaker within a year. Harman faded from Sacramento.
Progress visible at Sequoia Elementary with roof work and concrete for second classroom block. Redwood Elementary Kindergarten classrooms approved by the Department of State Architect and slated to begin, as district eyes neighborhood school concepts amid growth and renovations at Golden Oak, Redwood, and Shafter High.
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