You will always be my sister!
This post is designed to be modified as you see fit but it is ultimately the opportunity to be sent to your friends. I don’t have any sisters so this letter is for all of my family members, female friends and sorority sisters that I view as sisters:
Dear MY SISTER:
Man, I can’t believe that we are still friends after all of these years. It’s amazing that we still talk. Can you remember all those times I called you asking about things from a ‘woman’s perspective’? And yea, yea, I can still remember you calling me an “IDIOT” for not recognizing the great woman I have (Fortunately, I listened because we are married and happy to this date! lol). And OH, don’t think you’re special. How many times did I have to tell you that MEN think like this or think like that? I TOLD you about going over to his place unannounced! SEE!?!! BUT NOOOOO, you didn’t want to listen to a brother!! LMAO!
And I forgive you, my sister! Forgive you for what??? Let me tell you! LOL. I forgive you for FORGETTING that I’m a guy and that I don’t necessarily want to hear about your cramps or your encounters with men. I forgive you for FORGETTING that I”m a guy and calling me “Girl” or “Girlfriend”. LOL. I forgive you for making me your De Facto Boyfriend in the club so you can get rid of the ugly guy and let the cute guy come and talk to you.
It’s all good because you’ve had my back. You’ve cussed me out when you thought I was being soft. You let me cry and you didn’t make me feel like I was being soft. You understood that sometimes a Man can truly appreciate a Female Friend and that is exactly what you are, a friend.
But, you must, also, forgive me, my sister. Forgive for what?? I know that there are times when I don’t seem as patient and understanding about listening to you complain about the man that you like. I know that there are times when I don’t seem as patient when you talk about the lack of good men. And, oh, there’s a reason I don’t introduce you to any of my single friends. It’s because they fall into three categories: 1) Too young, 2) Too old, or 3) Too THEM (you may not be ready for him or he may not be ready for you. Don’t ASK me what that means! Trust me when I tell you that I am just looking out for you! LOL).
Years ago, I can’t tell you the amount of times I’ve had people wonder about my ’sexuality’ because I had so many female friends. What they didn’t know was that 1) I had just as many male friends and 2) my female friends are equally as opportunity as my male friends.
Today, I’m in the best place I could ever be. I married my best friend. When the time came for me to marry her, YOU were there. You kept her from stabbing me and you kept me from going ‘coo coo for cocoa puffs’. lol You were there to help me move and you were there in the wildest of times. I’m going to always be protective of you because, in the end, you will always be my sister. Peace and Love.
Funky Facts about the Family Allowance
If you are a person who has been found disabled through your earnings and you have kids, you may be entitled to an additional amount of funds. These additional funds are referred to as a “Family Allowance”. This allowance allows these benefits to be provided to your children as a result of your receiving Social Security Disability. However, it’s important to remember a few key things regarding these benefits:
1) The FAMILY ALLOWANCE is NOT meant to pay your BACK CHILD SUPPORT
Sometimes, people get confused and think that the monies they receive for their family allowance may be used to satisfy their ‘back child support’. Keep in mind that these monies are two totally different pots of money. The family allowance does not get you out of your back child support obligation nor is it use to satisfy your back child support (I’ll deal with that topic later)
2) The FAMILY ALLOWANCE will end: The CHILD
This part is a little tricky because there are usually several points at which the benefits for the child may end. The benefits will end with the month before the month in which the minor become 18 years old, if the minor is not disabled or a full-time student. If the minor becomes age 19 in a month in which the minor has not completed the requirements for, or received, a diploma or equivalent certificate from an elementary or secondary school and you are required to enroll for each quarter or semester, the Social Security Administration will find the minor’s entitlement ended with the month in which the quarter or semester in which the minor are enrolled ends.
3) The FAMILY ALLOWANCE are for the KIDS, NOT YOU!
Sometimes, people think that the entitlement to additional benefits is meant for them as opposed to children. If you support your children and the kids live somewhere else, take a wild guess where the money is going? That’s right! Where the kids are!
4) The FAMILY ALLOWANCE is calculated retroactively like your regular benefits.
When Social Security benefits are being calculated retroactively, the Family Allowance is calculated retroactively as well.
5) The FAMILY ALLOWANCE will end: The BENEFICIARY!
If you return to work or if Social Security determines that you are no longer disabled, your child’s entitlement to those benefits will end as well.
Family allowance benefits can be funky so make sure you ask as many questions as possible to understand how these monies work.
What I WISH I knew “BACK IN THE DAY” before I went to college
As kids get ready to head off to college, I had to stop and have a moment of reflection about what I wish I KNEW “BACK IN THE DAY” before I went to college. Here I am, 22 years removed from my freshman year of college and here’s a few things I would tell my PAST SELF (i.e that 18 year old GEEKY kid that was me, lol) in order to prepare for the future:
1) You don’t need a credit card until AFTER college. How are you going to pay for it ANYWAY? Hello, Financial Aid is not going to last forever!
2) Don’t be too proud to ask for help. It’s amazing the number of times your kids will get into things and THINK that they have to get out of it ALL by themselves. Don’t be shamed to call yo momma!!!
3) There’s nothing wrong with taking risks but remember your home training. It’s amazing the amount of time your kids will forget ALL those lessons they learned for a brief moment of insanity.
4) Be prepared to survive with less and put up with more. Recognize, the joy and pleasure of a meal card. You will be fine having to share a bathroom with 3 other people. And don’t pass out if your roommates are ‘neat freaks’ and you are ’sloppy’.
5) There is no such thing as INSTANT FRIENDSHIP. You are going to find out that the person you meet on your first day may not be the life long friend you have tomorrow. It’s ok. Don’t worry about it.
6) GET THE HELL out of your dorm room! I hate to be stank but there’s a reason why there are parties, step shows, sporting events and clubs on a college campus. There’s more to life than the 4 corners of your dorm room.
7) Say it with me: DEGREE! That’s the end result. Hopefully, you’re going to school to get a Degree. It’s all about the ‘BACHELOR’. Appreciate it and don’t lose sight of it the first time you see your grades after that semester of partying every night.
Find a MENTOR. When you’re in college, you’re going to have all kind of opportunities to have people who want to share wisdom. Don’t get stank. That person who is trying to help you today may be the JOB referral tomorrow.
9) It’s ok if that person is not the person meant to be with you. You are going to be involved in some awesome relationships but don’t get it twisted, you’re going to run across a few knuckleheads. Don’t take it personal. You have to
10) ENJOY every day of your college experience. College is the ultimate experience. You literally evolve from a teenager until a young adult. Enjoy every moment of the evolution.
It’s amazing what I would have said to myself back then. Don’t miss the opportunity to share those words now.
Be careful with ALTERNATIVE medical treatment and Social Security Disability benefits
When applying for Social Security benefits, it’s important to realize that, as the claimant, you bear the burden of proving that you’re disabled. As a result, you need to ensure that you obtain the necessary treatment to support your case. Unfortunately, this part gets a little tricky when you don’t have insurance or if you don’t have any money.
In some circumstances, people find themselves seeking alternative types of treatment. Whenever I speak to people, I caution them about the use of alternative treatment. Here’s a few reasons why:
1) Social Security relies heavily on medical treatment. No disrespect to the variety of different treatments such as ACUPUNCTURE or HOLISTIC MEDICINE but the regulations place a heavy amount of emphasis on treatment from doctors. As such, even though you may have received treatment from someone who is a Doctor of Acpuncture or Doctor of Holistic medicine, SSA may not give this type of type much weight.
2) Be careful with Chiropractors. Let me start by saying that I have alot of respect for chiropractors. They provide a meaningful service. However, the simple fact is that the Social Security Administration does not give a significant amount of weight to treatment from chiropractors. Now, don’ get me wrong. If the chiropractic treatment is part of a treatment regiment established under the director of a physician, Social Security Administration may give the treatment more consideration. Unfortunately, merely getting treatment from a Chiropractor independently is not always looked upon favorable.
3) Be careful with SELF treatment. So many times, people will take it upon themselves to review things on the internet and try different treatments that they find. In some instances, these treatments actually work. However, when you start treating yourself WITHOUT the supervision of a doctor, you have no way of actually monitoring the results. Almost every time, Social Security will inquire as to WHO is treating you or WHO is providing these treatments.
4) Be careful with Medicinal Marijuana. For those of you who don’t know, as of this date, California is the only state that allows the prescription of ‘Medicinal Marijuana’. The use of Marijuana is a very touchy issue as it relates to Social Security Disability. Under the regulations, Social Security must determine whether Drugs or Alcohol are material to a finding of disability in your case. If you are using drugs, Social Security must determine whether you are still disabled WITHOUT drugs. Medicinal Marijuana presents a unique challenge in that only one state currently allows for its prescription. Remember, it MUST be prescribed. This situation may be more interesting if you receive the prescription in California and then relocate to another state. Remember, prescription is the key.
5) Overseas Medical Treatment (creating your own treatment). Some people have the financial ability to cross the board to get the medications that they THINK they need. I’m not referring to those people who live overseas and get treated overseas. I’m talking about those people who purposely cross the border in an attempt to go around the local treatment by going overseas to try something they think might work.
Applying for Social Security Disability is a difficult process but it is an even funkier process when you are in a situation where you making your own treatment. Remember, the Social Security Administration relies heavily on medical treatment from healthcare physicians and other medical providers so be mindful of the treatment you obtain.
Natural Disaster Law 101: Are you ready to move your life on a moments notice
For those of you who don’t live on a coastal state, we are OFFICIALLY in the FULL SWING of Hurricane Season. However, as a native of Arkansas (i.e. Tornado Alley), I understand how crazy it can be when a natural disaster strikes. The one thing that is common amongst every state in the Union is that you are susceptible to a natural disaster. Whether it’s mudslides or wildfires, hurricanes or tornados, earthquakes or flooding, and a myriad of crazy things in between, natural disasters can literally shake the foundation of your life in a matter of minutes.
The most important thing you need to know is that as long as YOU are ok, everything else is replacable. However, when your life has been greatly altered by a disaster, the hardest thing to do is to reconstruct what you’ve lost.
As crazy as it may seem, taking just a few simple steps can not only greatly help you rebuild your life but also help you help someone else:
1) Where in the world is the WEATHER?!
This statement seems weird but ask yourself this question, do you KNOW what natural disasters may affect your loved ones?? Sometimes, you need to be prepared to know what type of disasters your loved ones may be exposed.
2) Put your CRUCIAL documents in places in areas that may be weather safe!
If you’re like me, then you probably have documents all over the place. You know where they are but you never think about what you need to get if you have to leave on a dime! Put your items in fireproof or water proof container so that you can leave on a moment’s notice and not have to worry about the elements affecting your documents.
3) Don’t sleep on a safety deposit box.
When have you ever heard of items in a bank safety deposit box being destroyed by a disaster??? These boxes are designed to withstand explosives, fire, and the elements so why not put your items that you really need in a safety deposit box.
4) “ON THE GO” Kit.|
Here’s a drill for you. If you had to run out the door in 60 seconds, what would you absolutely MUST have with you when you leave? Now, I bet after you think about it for a few minutes, you’ll realize that that list is longer than you think. Take a second and get the things you need in one spot. Things like insurance cards, social security cards, insurance policies, lease / mortgage, credit cards, etc.
5) Itemize what you own.
Can you list EVERYTHING you own off of the top of your head? You think it’s crazy when you move, try reciting everything you own to an insurance company when your home has been destroyed or significantly damaged. It’s a pain but take a few minutes to itemize everything.
6) Check your insurance policies NOW!
Are you sure your policy covers your property through a storm? Does it cover wind or water or both? How about mudslides or earthquakes? Don’t wait for the emergency to happen and THEN get your feelings hurt when you find out your policy doesn’t cover the disaster. Find out now.
7) Contact Calls and Contact Phone numbers
Ok, I know we live in Cell Phone Central and Twitterville, USA but imagine a situation where the TOWERS go down and the internet is gone. Whatcha gonna do now?? Keep a land line available in your home if possible and more important, ensure you have a list of people who will expect a call from you in the event of a disaster.
The Joy of the Virtual Universe
As silly as it may seem, the joy of ‘ZIP DRIVES’ makes it possible to save the things on our computer that we may need. Remember the good ole days when we used to copy things on floppy disks and CDs? Now, you can use your USB and 5 or 6 GB drive that can be used to take anything sensitive off of your computer. Also, if you scan things to your computer, you now have a copy of the document that you can put on your key ring.
Natural disasters are devastating and can be even more traumatic when you are trying to put your life back together. Take the steps now to make sure you have a head start.
Social Security topic: What do I do if I DON’T want a Representative Payee
Under the Social Security Regulations, in some instances where an individual has been awarded Disability benefits, SSA may determine that the person may need a Representative Payee.
The Representative Payee is an independent third party who is responsible for the receiving the disability funds on behalf of a person who has been awarded Disability benefits. This person has a financial responsibility for the individuals receiving benefits.
Sometimes, people find themselves in positions where they DON’T want a representative payee. Unfortunately, it’s not simple. You can’t merely call the Social Security Administration and tell them you don’t want one. Keep these things in mind when you are coming forth:
1) The problem may be what’s keeping you from getting the benefits. CORRECT IT!
Social Security is going to be very concerned about making sure that someone responsible is handling the money. Now, don’t get offended. Noone said that you’re not responsible but you have to look it in a vacuum. If you have had a history of drug use or alcohol use or you’re taking heavy medications that effect your judgment, the court will be concerned. Take whatever actions you need to (which means to abstain in the example of controlled substances) and you can use this as an argument with Social Security regarding a rep payee.
2) Talk to your doctor.
First, you need to find out WHY you were giving a rep payee. If it’s for a medical condition that you are being treated, contact your doctor and ask them if they will write you a letter indicating that you are able to handle your funds. Keep in mind, if they DON’T think you can, they may not write that letter.
3) Speak to Social Security Administration and find out what you need to do.
At the end of the day, the Social Security Administration has the responsibility of determining whether you SHOULD or SHOULD NOT have a representative payee. It’s best to ask them what you should do in order to remove the rep payee requirement.
4) Demonstrate that you don’t need one for a while and THEN come back later.
Also, keep in mind that the longer can show that you’ve been able to demonstrate maintain your funds without needing assistance, the stronger your position.
It’s tough because people fail to recognize that the Social Security Administration has a responsibility to ensure that the financial well being of individuals who receive benefits are protected. If SSA has determined that you need a representative payee, it’s usually do to something or some concern they may have. If you feel you don’t need one, the burden is on you to demonstrate that you don’t need one.
Myths about Social Security Disability: What happens between the HEARING and getting your written decision
The hearing process of Social Security Disability can be very nerve racking but it shouldn’t be. Once you have the hearing, the only thing you need to do is wait. However, there are some myths that some people believe that you really need to keep in its proper perspective:
1) MYTH - It’s going to take a year or longer before I get a written decision.
People fail to realize that Hearing Offices understand that you’ve waited a long time to get your hearing date. As such, they are going to take every effort to process your case as soon as possible. They can’t give you a definite time but please don’t think that your case is going to linger in ‘never, never’ land for years.
2) MYTH - The judge said I’m going to get my decision in ______ days.
As stated in a prior post, you have to remember that several people are involved in your decision. The judge makes the decision. The writer writes the decision. The editor edits the decision. The judges reviews the final decision. The staff assemble the decision and mails it out. With so many steps and so many files, some times it’s difficult to appreciate how long it takes to make a decision.
3) MYTH - The judge TOLD me that I was approved so I KNOW I’m getting a favorable decision.
I’ve said it ONCE, I’ve said it a THOUSAND times. The decision hasn’t become FINAL until you get a WRITTEN decision. Now, keep it mind (as I’ve said before), Judges are very straightforward. However, after reviewing your file or if they get new evidence, the judge may re-evaluate his or her decision.
4) MYTH - If I keep calling every day, it will speed up my decision.
I have to constantly remind people that the staff at the hearing office are people, too. These people are tasked with trying to generate hundreds of decisions a day to people who are waiting for their decision. So do you really think you are going to help your situation by constantly calling the office and keeping them from doing their job? (Use some logic. What do you do when a bill collector calls you ever day on your phone? Don’t get new! Some of you won’t even LOOK at the phone!)
5) MYTH - They have all the evidence they need. They don’t need any more.
If your case has some inconsistencies, the judge may order an evaluation. In addition, if you have some extra evidence that is helpful, they may have to review your file with the new evidence that is provided.
6) MYTH - The expert in the court said I could (or could not) work so I know I am not going to win (or lose).
Typically, in Social Security hearings, you may have a Vocational Expert or a Medical Expert. These persons are there to provide expert opinions about the ability of persons to do work (Vocational) or give opinion about the medical evidence (Medical). However, these persons are NOT the final decision maker. The judge is the final decision maker.
7) MYTH - If I call the hearing office, they will tell me if I’ve won or loss on the phone.
Most people don’t realize that Social Security has a very strict policy AGAINST informing people about the decisions on the phone. So, please don’t think that they are trying to single you out by not telling you.
MYTH - There is NO way I can speed up my decision.
I hate telling people this because it usually doesn’t make them feel better but if you are not Terminally Ill or in a Critical Financial Situation (i.e. eviction or foreclosure or homeless), Social Security is probably not going to move any faster on your case. Why? Because several THOUSAND people are in the EXACT same spot as you!
9) MYTH - My case will move to the top because my Congressman / Congresswoman / Senator is involved.
Ok. If you went to your Representative or your Senator, your case may have moved a little faster to get TO the hearing level. However, once it’s there, it’s in the hands of the judge and judges tend to not be swayed by Congressional pressure. Every person is equally as important (with or without the Congressional pressure).
10) MYTH - If I get denied, there’s nothing more I can do.
WRONG! You can always appeal! Remember, you have 60 days from the date of the decision to appeal.
11) MYTH - If I get approved, I win for good.
WRONG AGAIN! Two things can happen. One, the Appeals Council can pull your case for review (just checking to make sure that the decision was right). Two, you will undergo a Continuing Disability Review (unless you’re 63 or 64) every 3 to 5 years to make sure you’re still disabled.
12) MYTH - My case is exactly like my Friend’s case and he / she got approved so I should, too.
Everyone’s case is on a case by case basis. Please don’t compare your case to someone else’s case. The last thing you want to do is think that your case will have the same outcome of someone else’s case (and contrary to popular belief, you haven’t seen your friend’s file so you don’t know what got them approved).
The Social Security Disability process can be confusing. However, it can be more confusing if you allow yourself to believe alot of the myths that are out there. Remember, the process is designed for you. Don’t let it get away from you.
What happens after you file a claim for Social Security benefits and beyond!
Alright, so you get the word. You have an appointment with Social Security coming up. You got your papers. You got everything you need. You go to your appointment. Now what?:
1) Make sure you complete what they give you and send it back.
In some situations, Social Security is going to probably give some forms to sign. These forms are designed to assist Social Security in obtaining the records and information that they need for you. If you DON’T complete this information, Social Security can’t develop your case. If that happens, your case could be closed for lack of evidence or failure to comply.
2) Your case may be LEAVING SSA to DDS.
Depending on your state, once Social Security has your forms, your case may be referred to a state agency responsible for developing your case. This agency is called the Disability Determination Services.
3) What does it mean “DEVELOP my case”??
When you apply for Social Security Disability, you are indicating that you are DISABLED. In order to determine if you ARE disabled, they need to get your medical records. In essence, they have to develop your file to determine if you have medical records to support your disability.
4) There is no time line so stop being a pest.
Social Security recognizes that they have a lot of cases so they take every effort to aggressively push their cases forward. However, they don’t drag their feet because they are trying to keep you back. In most cases, Social Security and DDS are awaiting the evidence they need to make a determination. So the WAIT is what they are doing as well.
5) Get your point of contacts right (i.e. 3d parties)
Most people don’t realize that part of the delay in your case is due to lack of response from your 3d parties (you know, the people you listed that Social Security could talk to about your case). Make sure you inform your third parties that they may be getting a call from Social Security about YOU!
6) Get your doctors right (i.e. medical records)
Docs get request for records ALLLLLLL the time so please take the time to make sure you inform them that these request are on the way so they can make the effort to ensure the records are available. Here’s a little tip for you. Social Security works on a budget just like any other organization so they are not going to pay $200 to $400 and above for a huge file on you.
7) They have to consider everything so if you SAY it, they will consider it.
You have to think about what it is that keeps you from being able to work. The law regards the Social Security Administration to consider your combination of impairments. With that being said, be careful. If you mention something new every time they talk to you, Social Security is going to investigate it and THAT may take time.
YOU don’t run the show. THEY do!
Alot of times, CLAIMANTs will want to TELL SSA or DDS exactly what it is that is keeping them from working and what specifically they need to look at in terms of medical records. In other words, if you’ve been to 4 doctors but one of them says you’re disabled, you may tell SSA or DDS to ignore those other 3 because the one that says you’re disabled is the one they should focus. NOT! Social Security has to consider everything.
9) I got a DENIAL! Now what?
APPEAL! APPEAL! APPEAL! Most people don’t realize that you don’t get your best opportunity for results unless you appeal your case. Take it to the next step.
10) If I appeal, what happens?
Depending on the state, you either case will be re-reviewed (Reconsideration) or go before a Judge (Hearing). If it’s reconsidered, you will go through the whole process again so they can determine if they got it wrong. If it’s a hearing, it goes from the Local Office to the Hearing office for a hearing date.
The biggest thing that you need to know is that you need to be patient. The process is not short but be mindful that YOU may do things that may cause the process to go on longer.
Some helpful tips when deciding to accept a Settlement
In most litigation proceedings, you may be given the opportunity to resolve your case through what’s called a “Settlement”. Unfortunately, some people have a different mindset about what that actually entails but here’s a few things to help you:
1) You gotta give up something
One of the things people have a hard time accepting is the fact that you are going to have to give up something!! You almost rarely get EVERYTHING you want when you are ’settling’ something. You have to ask yourself what can you or can’t you live without.
2) They are going to give up something
You have to remember that the other side is giving up something as well. Sometimes, we don’t think the other side is losing as much as we are. Remember, every body is ‘giving up’ something.
3) It’s a contract so you better READ!
Sometimes, people are in such a rush to get to the end result that they don’t take the time to actually REVIEW the document. Remember, it’s important that you take the time to actually review the settlement agreement so you don’t end up agreeing to something that you didn’t want.
4) Yesterday, today and Tomorrow!
Some agreements are designed to not only deal with situations of today but they may have some provisions relating to the past or the futures. Once again, it’s important that you take the opportunity to look back and review to make sure that you are not signing something to burdensome.
5) If you break it, here it comes!
Some settlement agreements have provisions that ensure that if one of the parties break it, there will be some consequences. Keep that in the back of your mind in case you decide you want to break your tie from the contract.
6) There’s a reason you go to an attorney
The reason you should let an attorney review the settlement is you may not be familiar with all of the various jargon or provisions that is actually IN the contract. You don’t want to sign something you don’t understand.
7) Rare reasons for breaking it: Duress, Coercion, Unconscionable
In some instances, if you were FORCED to sign the agreement or you signed something that was SO outlandish that no person would have signed it, you may have a defense if you break the contract.
At the end of the day, your biggest decision will be a “TAKE IT or LEAVE IT” Decision. Settling a case is always tough but you got to decide what you can or can not live with when making your decisions.
Why are you HATING on Hilary Clinton?
Ok, most of you are probably used to seeing my legal information post. However, today, I’m going to step off the track and give my personal perspective on the whole outburst by Secretary of State Hilary Clinton.
First, let me go and say that YES, I’m a bit biased because she’s the former first lady of my home state, Arkansas. Second, let me go and say that YES, I’m a bit biased because she’s a former trial attorney. Finally, let me go and say that YES, I’m a bit biased because I think she’s one of the BADDEST and BEST politicians on the planet!
Note, what I didn’t say! I didn’t say that I was biased because she a former FEMALE trial attorney. I didn’t say that she’s one of the BADDEST and BEST FEMALE politicians. I didn’t say that she’s wife to President Clinton.
Unfortunately, Secretary Clinton’s comments underscores another sad reality. Even though she is one of the most POWERFUL women in the WORLD, any remark that even appears to disparage her husband is construed as an attempt on her part to supplant her husband as the dominant figure in the house hold.
I’m amazed that there were publications that literally inferred that SHE was saying that SHE wears the pants in the family! I’m amazed that there were publications that inferred that SHE was saying that SHE runs things!!
Once again, people are missing the big picture. For those of you who are dwelling in the past, let’s get one thing straight ABOUT the present! Bill Clinton is a FORMER President. That’s it! End of story! No power! NOTHING! She is the CURRENT SECRETARY OF STATE! So what she had to say was not disrespectful. It was the TRUTH!
Part of the problem we run across is this inherent perception that women should quietly stand behind their man. No one is taking away from President Clinton’s achievements but TODAY, it’s Secretary Clinton’s time!
Fortunately, the question that was asked to her was misquoted so she may have responded differently had she got the correct question. But come on now, let’s be real! How many times do you think she actually has heard the “What does Bill think?” question? Some of you are acting new. How many times have you gotten pissed because someone asked you what your brother or your sister or your mom or your cousin or dad thinks? After a while, you’re going to be like “Why don’t you ask them??”
What is even sadder is that she was doing something that NO other Secretary of State has done. She was touring Africa. She wasn’t just TOURING. She was going to some of the most devastatingly ravaged parts of Africa. Places were MILLIONS of Africans have been killed. In addition, she’s traveled on a UN plane which does not have the same level of security as some of the US planes. Do you realize how powerful it is?? AGAIN, look at the situation, we have NEVER had a Secretary of State travel through these areas in Africa and SHE IS! CONGO! NIGERIA! SOUTH AFRICA! KENYA!
My point is simply this, SHE is making an impact. I’m sure she knows that the world LOVES her husband. She can’t get away from that and I know she’s not trying. However, she’s doing some pretty JAMMING things herself. She’s going into a war ravaged country that NO OTHER Secretary of State has gone and now, she can come back and provide some meaningful insight into a region of the world that FEW High Level cabinet members have gone.
Stop focusing on BILL and start focusing on HIL! Bill is BACK in the DAY! HIL is the HERE AND TODAY!
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