Sarah Palin: Faith, Family, Freedom

Following is the complete transcript of Governor Palin's Facebook note on her speech at College of the Ozarks and photo spread from recent book signing events:

My parents and I just had a wonderful time at “Hard Work U” – the
school motto of College of the Ozarks. It earned that proud nickname
because students there work their way through college and graduate with
little or no debt. (In other words, a place after my own heart, and the
hearts of others who worked their way through college and, like me,
maybe took five years to finish because of work schedules!) (Palin, 2009, ¶1)



At tonight’s patriotic event at the college we heard some amazing
personal stories of heroism and sacrifice by our military veterans in
attendance, including members of our Greatest Generation, who we
honored tonight. It was such an inspiration to hear their stories and
affirm the principles that make this country great – faith, hard work,
perseverance, patriotism, and public service (Palin, 2009, ¶2).



All Americans need to hear from these true, proud patriots. May we
never forget their fight for freedom. Their battles make the petty
shots and irrelevant “challenges” some of us face today pale in
comparison. I thank them for allowing us a healthy perspective and a
reminder of what really matters (Palin, 2009, ¶3).



- Sarah Palin



PS: Please enjoy the photos below from Arizona, New Mexico, and Missouri!

Gov.
Sarah Palin signs a sticker during a “Going Rogue” book signing event
at Cosco on Tuesday, December 1, 2009, in Tempe, AZ. Photo by Shealah
Craighead. Copyright SarahPAC.

Gov.
Sarah Palin shakes hands with a gentleman dressed festively for the
holiday season during a “Going Rogue” book signing event at Cosco on
Tuesday, December 1, 2009, in Tempe, AZ. Photo by Shealah Craighead.
Copyright SarahPAC.

A
birds-eye-view of a “Going Rogue” book signing event with Gov. Sarah
Palin at Cosco on Tuesday, December 1, 2009, in Tempe, AZ. Photo by
Shealah Craighead. Copyright SarahPAC.

Gov.
Sarah Palin receives two thumbs up from a supporter during a “Going
Rogue” book signing event at Cosco on Tuesday, December 1, 2009, in
Tempe, AZ. Photo by Shealah Craighead. Copyright SarahPAC.

Gov.
Sarah Palin shakes hands with a cadet from the New Mexico Military
Institute during a “Going Rogue” book signing event at Cosco on
Tuesday, December 1, 2009, in Tempe, AZ. Photo by Shealah Craighead.
Copyright SarahPAC.

Gov.
Sarah Palin shares a moment with a supporter during a “Going Rogue”
book signing event at Cosco on Tuesday, December 1, 2009, in Tempe, AZ.
Photo by Shealah Craighead. Copyright SarahPAC.

Gov.
Sarah Palin shares a moment with a supporter during a “Going Rogue”
book signing event at Cosco on Tuesday, December 1, 2009, in Tempe, AZ.
Photo by Shealah Craighead. Copyright SarahPAC.

Gov.
Sarah Palin waves to a crowd upon arriving at Borders bookstore for a
“Going Rogue” book signing event on Wednesday, December 2, 2009, in
Springfield, MO. Photo by Shealah Craighead. Copyright SarahPAC.

Gov.
Sarah Palin hugs a woman in the crowd as she makes her way into Borders
bookstore on Wednesday, December 2, 2009, in Springfield, MO, for a
“Going Rogue” book signing event. Photo by Shealah Craighead. Copyright
SarahPAC.

Gov.
Sarah Palin high-fives a supporter as he and his family pass through
the line at a “Going Rogue” book signing event at Borders bookstore on
Wednesday, December 2, 2009, in Springfield, MO. Photo by Shealah
Craighead. Copyright SarahPAC.

Gov.
Sarah Palin shakes hands with a supporter as he passes through the line
at a “Going Rogue” book signing event at Borders bookstore on
Wednesday, December 2, 2009, in Springfield, MO. Photo by Shealah
Craighead. Copyright SarahPAC.

Gov.
Sarah Palin gets a “thumbs-up” from a supporter as she and her family
pass through the line at a “Going Rogue” book signing event at Borders
bookstore on Wednesday, December 2, 2009, in Springfield, MO. Photo by
Shealah Craighead. Copyright SarahPAC.

References:

 

Palin, S. L. H. (2009, December 3). "Faith, Family, Freedom: Remembering What Really Matters" Facebook, Sarah Palin. Retrieved December 3, 2009 from: http://www.facebook.com/notes.php?id=24718773587#/note.php?note_id=188015753434

Message of Thanks: A Post by Conservative Girl with a Voice

During this time of year, I like to take a step back and just reflect on how lucky I am. Since this is my first Thanksgiving post, I've decided to write about just some of the many things I am so very, very thankful for. I encourage you all to do the same.

I am thankful for my family. While we have our ups and downs just like every family does, I am so thankful to be apart of such a close-knit group of individuals. My dad, mom, brother and sister mean so much to me, and I am so grateful that we have each other to lean on. While we may have disagreements from time to time, I Iook at my family with pride knowing that I can always depend on each and every member for support. My family is my rock and I'm so thankful for this; they truly keep me sane. I am so thankful that my dad and mom raised me in a loving Christian home. I will never be able to thank them enough for taking me to church each and every Sunday, even on the sundays in which I gave them hell for my having to wake up so early after a late night out the night before with friends while in high school. Thanks mom and dad for instilling in me the values that I hold close to my heart. Thank you for carpooling my siblings, friends and I around to church, school and the many sporting events throughout the years. I know I probably took you for granted back then, but I look back at how lucky I was and still am to have awesome parents like you.


I am also thankful to live in a country where I am able to worship God and practice my First-Amendment right to free speech; I am so thankful for the Constitution and for everything our founding fathers did for our country. I am so fortunate to live in a country where I can write a blog and use it as a platform to support Sarah Palin and conservatism. Sarah is the reason I started this blog, and she will never fully know how grateful I am to her for waking me up politically and giving me the passion to want to stand up and speak out. I am thankful we have such an amazing leader on the conservative side of the aisle. Sarah and her amazing family are phenomenal, and I am so thankful to God for placing each and every member of Sarah's family in the lives of Americans. As I repeatedly mention, God puts people on this earth for a specific purpose, and Sarah is fulfilling the job God has called her to do.


I'm thankful for the many, many individuals who I have gotten to know because of Sarah. Who would have ever thought that so many hard-working, freedom-loving individuals would be brought together because of one woman? The friendships I have formed on Twitter, Facebook and at the countless tea parties have been phenomenal. I was just telling my sister, Adrienne Ross, about how awesome it is that Sarah has brought so many people together. I am so thankful to be working alongside great friends like Adrienne, Kristina Lazzaro, Denise Spencer, Randy Highsmith, among others, as we work for the common purpose of spreading Sarah's common sense message for the 2012 Draft Sarah Committee. I truly believe in our committee, and I am so honored to be apart of it. The friendships I have made as a member of this committee will last a lifetime. I am really looking forward to travelling to Alaska with Kristina in May; I know it is going to be the trip of a lifetime.


I am so thankful for the members of our strong, brave military. Every member of the military holds a special place in my heart. While I will never have the opportunity to meet each and every brave man and woman in uniform, I always thank as many members as I can for the sacrifices they make daily to keep us free and protect us from threats. I am also eternally grateful to the military families as well. They hold the fort, so to speak, when their loved ones are deployed, and I cannot even begin to imagine how difficult it must be for them. They wait at home for their loved one's return, praying that their family member will return safely to American soil. Thank you so much military members and military families! God bless you for all you do and the countless sacrifices you all make each and every day.


Finally, I want to thank you, readers, for taking the time out of your busy, busy lives to read my blog. I am overwhelmed by the amount of visitors this blog receives daily. I am even more overwhelmed by the kind words of support many of you send my way. It is because of all of you that I write this blog day in and day out. You give me so much courage and strength. The positive messages I get from all of you make all of attacks I receive from the left easy to handle. Thank you; I love you all. God bless you and your families this Thanksgiving, and may you all have a healthy and happy start to the holiday season; we have so much to be thankful for.


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Unscripted Moment: A Post by Conservative Girl with a Voice

It is an unscripted moment that I will remember most, which was captured in a photograph: With her arms outstretched, she ran toward her youngest daughter like a true, loving mother who had just returned home from a business trip. This is perhaps my favorite moment that I will forever have of Sarah Palin. While many will cite the phenomenal speech she gave at the Republican National Convention or the way in which she re-energized a party, I will always remember her for the way she was when she was with her children. Many of you may remember the event I am describing above. I remember it well. It was about 48-hours before election day, and Sarah was returning home to Alaska from a whirlwind tour of the lower 48 in which she captured the hearts and minds on Americans everywhere. I will never forget when her plane touched down in Alaska- she was home, and her hometown crowd gave her a hero's welcome. As she came down the steps of the plane, I will never forget the excited expression on her face; she couldn't get off that plane fast enough. While many candidates would immediately rush to the podium to speak, the ever unconventional (thank God) Sarah immediately RAN over to greet her children in, I might add, a suit (classy as usual) and her signature red-colored heels, which is an accomplishment in itself. There, on the busy tarmac, stood little Piper eagerly waiting, arms outstretched waiting for her mommy. Sarah saw her and ran to her, and the two embraced. This unscripted moment defines a mother's love for her child and a child's love for her mother. For a moment, time stood still, and there was no denying how much love Sarah has for her children and the love they have for her in return. It is moments like these that illustrate what life is all about: family, faith and country. This is what Sarah is all about. Sarah was not there for a photo-op, or to pose in front of the camera, but to reunite with her family. Yet, sometimes the most unscripted events make for the best photographs. Low and behold, when I opened my edition of "People" Magazine shortly after Sarah's return to AK, I saw the unscripted photo of the event described above. With her back to the camera, Sarah is seen bending slightly, so that she is on Piper's level. The smile on little Piper's face speaks volumes. This is a little girl who not only loves her mom very much, but looks up to her with intense pride.


Many may wonder why I would choose this moment as my favorite memory of how to remember Sarah from the 2008 election. The reason is simple: This moment defines Sarah Palin-the incredible person, Sarah Palin- the loving mother. Remember, Sarah was a mother before she was a candidate. Sarah is the epitome of a woman who knows how to balance career and family. It is her family whom she cherishes and holds most dear. The close relationship she has with her children is apparent. Just as a mama grizzly guards her cubs, Sarah protects her children. We all know this to be true. Whenever her children are attacked, Sarah does what any good parent would do and protects her kids. Not only does she protect her kids, but she includes them in every major decision she makes, which is a trait I greatly admire about her. Instead of looking out for her own political gain, Sarah knows what is important and that's family. In her announcement that she would not seek re-election and resign as AK's governor, she was surrounded by those most close to her, which illustrates her commitment to not only her children and husband, but her entire family as well. Throughout the campain, Sarah's constant was her family. While travelling from city to city, town to town, it was apparent how much she values each and every one of them. How wonderful that her family got to experience the campaign trail with her. What better schooling for little Piper than to see how others live? Talk about a cool field trip! The memories her children will take with them from experiencing life on the campaign trail are those they will carry with them for the rest of their lives. This is another thing that makes Sarah stand out. While many candidates only allow their children to experience certain parts of a campaign, Sarah let her children truly experience campaign life. Willow, Piper and Trig were fixtures at the events and rallys. They met new people, saw this great country- the heart and soul of America and got to see how amazing a mother they have. In doing this, Sarah seemed to be saying, "This is who I am. I'm a proud mother and candidate. My children are my world; they are part of the package too."


Thank you, Sarah, for showing us what it means to be a loving parent, a loving mother. It is so apparent how much pride little Piper has for you. Little Trig is so lucky to have a mom who is not afraid to speak out on issues that are important to his future. Track is so blessed to have a mom who cares so deeply about our troops and their safety. Willow and Bristol are so fortunate to have a role model like you. Of all the precious, memorable moments during the campaign, it is the moments of Sarah, as mother, that I will never forget. For it is in this role that we got to see a woman who knows what is important and cherishes the little things and every memory that comes her way, and that, fellow readers, is the stuff that matters most, the stuff dreams are made of!!!


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