What the Heck?

12/07/2017

Dear President Trump,

There are many things that need to be done right here in the United States. The people who are here, who you claim to represent are in need and your rocky (to say the least) relationship with other politicians seems to be hindering not helping.

I don't know what makes you think you have the power, responsibility or respect to declare another nation's capitol be declared.

If you wanted to move the embassy, you could have built the building in a different location and sent out an address change.

I don't need a president of the world. I need a president who cares about my needs.

Trenna

Knee Jerk Recation

October 21, 2017

Dear President Trump and Frederica Wilson,

I usually try and think things through for a few hours, and yet this time you are getting a knee jerk reaction. It may not be wise and still sometimes we have to step out and call it like we see it.

First of all Frederica Wilson, you don't wear an outfit, you wear a costume. I checked with everyone at the ranch and they all agree. Secondly, if you are proud to say that the death of your friend and the information that followed make you a "Rock Star" - I pray your "friend" finds different friends with integrity. Thirdly, you are not a "Rock Star", at best you are a cartoon character with a bad costume. Wake up and smell the coffee. Come back down to earth and apologize for the embarrassment you brought on.

President Trump, you took the bait again.

Trenna

Passed Budget (first round)

October 20, 2017

Dear President Trump,

So the budget passed the first round without the help of the Democrats. Is that something to brag about? I am not so certain. It shows that no one is working together. Really there is no incentive for anyone serving to even pass and legislation. Think about it. They get paid for life no matter what they do or don't do. There is no real incentive to  do anything but collect money from lobbyist. Until that changes no one can expect anything else to change.

Not so proud of our system. It requires zero work ethic.

Trenna

 

The Budget

President Trump,

The budget needs to be done. It requires working with other people. It includes working with people who really hate you. That seems to be a reoccurring problem.
Perhaps you need an advocate to represent your ideas for you. It seems that even your appearance is disruptive to many representatives. I guess maybe you really do need a front man or woman. It is something you should consider.

We need the budget passed.

Trenna

October 18, 2017

Dear President Trump,

I would have to assume that the Keystone Pipeline is a good thing. I don't know why we spend so much of our revenue to make other countries rich.  It seems like investing in our country is the right thing to do.

Now they need to do great work so there are no issues. It is no time to hurry through a project.

Trenna

October 18th, 2017

Hey Donald,

I believe that all your core, solid supporters just want Hillary Clinton to go away. If you are not going to prosecute her, then please just shut up about her. We don't care. We are done. 

The average American knows that people with power and money don't have to follow the law. They don't have to serve time like the rest of the criminals. Let's stop playing games and take her out of the spotlight please.

Many thanks,

Trenna
 

Not a TV Program

Dear President Trump,

This is beginning to look like a very long and bad episode of "The Apprentice". Tom Marino has now stepped down as a nominee for a position in your cabinet. I am seriously thinking you might want to run some advertisements in someplace rural, with zero political background, who just wants to make the world a better place and help with the problems of drugs in this country.

You will never drain the swamp if you only ask swamp creatures to work with or for you.

Perhaps there are some smart, decent people that could help you that no one has ever heard of. Maybe you should look a zip recruiter. Maybe you should try someone outside your realm of acquaintances. 

This is totally ridiculous.

Trenna.

Just the Good News

October 16, 2017

Dear President Trump,

Okay I admit it. I am not a fan of your tweets. If you feel that tweeting is so important how about we try just tweeting the good news. I believe Americans are tiring of the mud slinging. There is so much of it now made so public we cannot even watch real news or a weather report without interruption about corruption. So here is the tweet that I would have approved for the day.

Donald J. Trump‏Verified account @realDonaldTrump Oct 16

Since Election Day on November 8, the Stock Market is up more than 25%, unemployment is at a 17 year low & companies are coming back to U.S.

  

Good news, simple and backed by numbers.

Will you ever learn?

Trenna

Executive Order

October 14th, 2017

Dear President Trump,

Color me surprised again. Here we go with another Executive Order. They look nice, but they hold no power. We all know that the Health Insurance Plan is tied to Congress. Congress can not function at all. 

So we have a defunct health insurance plan. Just say it like it is  and save those Executive Orders for something that has some power.

Trenna.

In America, we don't worship government - we worship God.

October 13th

Dear President Trump,

This was an interesting statement. I think it may be true for some, but certainly not true for all. I would say if people are worshiping the government they are pretty much Satanist. It really has become an evil entity.  It is sad,but true. Sometimes I wonder if it is just time to scrap it and start over.

Does anyone have faith in being repersented by people that run and are elected? I don't.  It is just sad.

Puerto Rico ~ Finances

October 12, 2017

Dear President Trump,

Sometimes I feel like someone should say what many are thinking. Puerto Rico was in deep financial crisis before the hurricane. We should not ignore their needs, neither should we ignore their issues that have been self created. Somehow we must strike balance. We should not pretend that they were financially responsible and all their issued were caused or should be solved because of a hurricane.

Must sayin'

What Does Awarding Mean?

October 11, 2017

Youwho?
Hey!
Over-Here!
President Trump,

Do you have a minute? Probably not, and yet it would be so nice to get some answers. Your tweets seem to make me sorry more and understand less.

Donald J. Trump‏Verified account @realDonaldTrump Oct 11

Happy to announce we are awarding $1M to Las Vegas - in order to help local law enforcement working OT to respond to last Sunday’s tragedy.

What does awarded really mean? Were these some of my tax dollars? Where did it come from? Who had the idea? Details are needed if people are going to understand.

Banging my head against that same door.

Trenna

So Confused!

October 10, 2017

Dear President Trump,

Like every day I am writing to you. What I am finding so confusing is how the NFL is a non-profit. I am sure it must be legal, and still I can not imagine how it could be ethical.

Of course you are must too busy to read letters from people you are suppose to represent, but maybe if one of your staff stumbles across this they can have someone explain it to me. I keep saying I am teachable and people would rather call me horrible names than educate me. Why is that?

So anyway, if anyone can enlighten me on how or why the NFL can be a non profit - please do so.

Thanks,

Trenna

Controlling Guns

October 9th, 2017

Dear President Trump,

I am wrestling with the way this country seems to be divided and confused over guns and gun control. Like most issues it seems to be rural vs city dwellers. We really live in different "worlds" with different concerns.

At the ranch riding without a gun is inviting a wolf encounter to turn deadly for the rider. Hunters use different guns for different types of hunting and most use the meat to feed their families.

I would think that most people are concerned about gun violence and not particularly gun use. For example, target practicing at a range may be acceptable to more people than murder. 

Let's take a look at some numbers from 2016. It seems that cities have a big problem with gun violence.

Chicago had 480 homicides.
Baltimore had 344 homicides
Detroit listed 333 homicides
Washington DC had 119 homicides

So 1276 people were murdered in cities with tough gun control laws. Something is not working and it is not the same everywhere.

It seems to me that any time a homicidal murderer uses a gun, we worry more about the weapon than what made this person a homicidal murderer.

I, in no way, support murder of any kind.

So instead of just making sweeping statements about gun control, can we talk about ways to end gun violence? There is room in that conversation to speak about gun laws and so much more. We can't solve just part of the problem. Criminals will always be able to get guns, no matter what the laws. What can we do to stop the violence?

Sincerely,

Trenna

Donald Trump, You have a credibility issue.

October 8, 2017

Dear President Trump,

Yup, I am still here. No, I am not going away. Someone, or maybe everyone should be heard and unafraid to offer an opinion. At least that is one of the freedoms I was taught to believe in.

Here is something I would like you to ponder. "Absolute statements are most often absolutely wrong."

Today you tweeted this for all to see.

Donald J. Trump‏Verified account @realDonaldTrump Oct 8

Nobody could have done what I’ve done for #PuertoRico with so little appreciation. So much work!

This is just totally false. Anyone who held the same position as you could have done the same this. This tweet helped no one. It is like a 5 year child bragging about what they did. You are becoming further and further detached from reality. Perhaps you and Nancy Polosi have some of the same struggles. You are so egotistical that you've lost touch with reality. It shouldn't be all about you. It should be all about the people who put you there.

You are not deity. Please stop pretending like you are.

 

No News Day

Dear President Trump,

I have declared this no news day in my home. I am so tired of the tweets, the drama, the weather and the string of bad news that I am taking the day off.

I unplugged the televisions. After work we are going out to enjoy the weather, even if it is snowing. I just don't want to hear it anymore.

Maybe tomorrow I will feel different.

Trenna

Invisible Americans

 October 6, 2017

President Trump and To Whom it May Concern,

It is personally a very somber day for me. I have much on my mind. I have spoken a lot about the forgotten Americans and today I realize there more invisible Americans than those forgotten and they all have a story and value and need to be "visible" to someone.

On the rare occasion when someone sincerely reaches out to me and explains that what I am doing is a waste of time. I say to them. If just one person who reads this and understands the disconnect and does something for one invisible person, it will be worth it. If someday, my grandchildren stumble upon this and understood I tried. It will be worth it. I do this every single day when it is clear that no stranger cares about me, my thoughts or my  opinions. I have no value you to them. I cannot give them anything. I am invisible and worthless to them. Thankfully, in my case, there are many who know me, see me, and appreciate my heart. That may be my saving grace.

If I were a billionaire I could pay of the spotlight and get my thoughts out. If I were a billionaire I could help many invisible people reach their potential.  If I were a billionaire one of my representatives might actually care what I think, if only to get that all mighty dollar.

I have one tool to help people understand, my words. So I share my words.

Things are not always black and white. There is a lot of gray in the world and when we try to make it black and white, value is lost.

The bump stock was designed to help disabled people be able to shoot. It is important to remember the reason for it. This is not to say it should still be allowed, and it is important to understand why it was created and allowed. So Geraldo Rivera, remember to mention that when you are speaking about this issue.

Nancy Pelosi made her statement about the slipper slope. I really hope that she goes down a slippery slope that takes her home and out of leadership. She used to be able to bring in huge donations, but according to Hillary Clinton, she is not good at that anymore. So Nancy, go home to your Sanctuary State and live in peace, not really knowing who the President is and who you might be praying for.

About Hillary Clinton, I think she may have said something of value. I am not sure it will have any impact, and still I am glad to see it.

“I can’t believe that one whole political party in the greatest country on earth is totally sold to the gun lobby,” she told host Jimmy Fallon.
“The vast majority of Americans and the vast majority of gun owners know we need common sense gun safety measures," she continued.

One whole political party has not sold out. Until the laws on the books are actually enforced no one know how the legislation should be written. Demonizing the NRA gives them more power (Democrats ~ read that and again and think before you speak if you don't want thousands more of people who have guns to give them money.)

Oh my goodness, another day another drama. President Trump your tease at the end of the meeting last night was reckless. Please set your ego aside and quietly do what needs to be done. We don't need another reality show. We need a President. Let your actions speak for you and be quiet.

Sure call me invisible, poor, whatever and still you may find that often I am spot on.

 

My Heart Hurts

October 6, 2017

Dear President Trump,

I guess I am having a hard time understanding leaders. It would seem like people with money, power and a platform would like to bring people together, but the evidence proves otherwise. Take a look at this little piece of news.

"Obama made her observation at the Pennsylvania Conference for Women earlier this week. "On one side of the room, it's literally gray and white. Literally, that's the color palette on one side of the room," she said. "On the other side of the room, there are yellows and blues and whites and greens. Physically, there’s a difference in color, in the tone. Because one side: all men, all white. On the other side: some women, some people of color."

Wow ~ lost any respect I had.

Overwhelming

October 5, 2017

Hello Mr. Trump,

I am tired. I am exhausted. I am overwhelmed. I am in a world full of chaos and I see no options. Pain, hopelessness, hurricanes, Las Vegas, ambush, childish tweets,emanate war, and watching my brother die a slow and painful death because his insurance denied the very tests we need to help him.

I am not even angry any more. I have run out of hope. I am numb. What's the point? Everyday I write. Everyday I go to work. Every day I try, but why?

Creating Chaos

October 4, 2017

Dear President Trump,

I have thought long and hard about how people seem to cling to the need to be surrounded with chaos. In Salt Lake City there is a man who hangs a manikin as a Halloween decoration. The neighbors do not like it and he is breaking no laws. Every year there is a fight. It is chaos and both parties play.

This is like you and Democrats, you and the mayor, you and almost anyone that deals with you. It probably works well for you in our business dealings. It is not setting well with many.

Perhaps this is something to think about.

Trenna

Gun Control ~ Defend It

October 3, 2017

Dear President Trump and To Whom it May Concern,

I know I could get some serious flack, and yet I feel like I must take a stand.

I see absolutely no justification for any more gun control laws. People who murder people with guns are criminals. If they are capable of murder, they do not mind breaking the law. If the gun is not handy there are a plethora of other options.

So bring it on. Convince me with actual proof that ONE single life could be saved with MORE gun control laws.

The fact is that you cannot provide the proof.

Trenna 

Are the bullets anymore deadly? Uneducated? Racist? Theophbia?

October 2, 2017

Dear President Trump,

Last night I went to bed early, read a book and called it a night. Today I woke up to news that was not pleasant. I take the time as I always do to check the information from several sources. I said a prayer for the survivors and their families. They have much pain and suffering to deal with.

Then my thoughts went to the shooter. I am not terribly concerned about how they label the man. Murderer, terrorist, white, all seem to be accurate. My husband and I are polar opposites on many issues, and he asked me an interesting question. "If were murdered in something like this would you care what race the shooter was?"

My immediate answer was "hell no". I would simply be devastated and feel hopeless in the beginning. I wouldn't even be angry yet. I would be numb.

Then he said "Why are people saying he is not Muslim?" I don't know why they would say that. At this point I don't really know that his religion has been discussed. Are people so uneducated they believe that "Muslim" is a race?

What the F*##$@!

Donald J. Trump‏Verified account @realDonaldTrump 1h1 hour ago

I told Rex Tillerson, our wonderful Secretary of State, that he is wasting his time trying to negotiate with Little Rocket Man...

116 replies 283 retweets 944 likes

Donald J. Trump‏Verified account @realDonaldTrump 1h1 hour ago

Replying to @realDonaldTrump

...Save your energy Rex, we'll do what has to be done!

I AM ANGRY! I HOPE GENERAL KELLY TELLS YOU TO STOP. THIS IS NOT THE PLACE TO BROADCAST THIS KIND OF MESSAGE. I AM YELLING AT THE TOP OF MY LUNGS!

STOP IT. TAKE IT DOWN.

Don't Put the Blame on Me

September 30, 2017

Dear President Trump,

Today over and over and over they showed the clip of the Mayor of San Juan. I got so tired of the whole blame game and the lack of respect that you two showed each other. I turned to one of the things that soothes my soul and makes me smile. I hope you enjoy it.

I know how I feel about this song. What about you?

Talking About Tax Reform?

September 29,2017

Dear President Trump,

I am a "Forgotten American". You know, one of the people you said that you cared about and wanted to represent. You keep talking about things you have no real control over. When and if congress ever sends you something to sign and you do that, it is time to celebrate.

Talk that you want it to happen to "us" is useless.

Still pointing out the obvious.

Hang on a minute Trump!

September 28, 2017

Dear President Trump and NFL Players,

I am sure you just handed them enough rope for hanging. There is an immense difference between cannot and should not. We live in a country where people are free to make good and poor decisions and reap the rewards of both. Consequences are the best teacher.

You actually said

“It’s not a distraction at all because I’m doing a lot. We’ve passed over 50 pieces of legislation, we have a Supreme Court Judge, a much stronger military, much stronger borders now, we’re going to get the wall,” Trump told Hegseth. “The NFL cannot disrespect our country, they cannot disrespect our flag, or our national anthem.”

They can. They are and you cannot stop them. They have the right. Do I support them in showing this disrespect as a form of protest, no. It should be pointed out that those soldiers who come home in a box draped with that very flag died for their right to do it. I imagine most of those soldiers never dreamed it would be used in this way.

It doesn't make my husband, who is a veteran sad, it makes him angry and I get to deal with PTSD all revved up again. Thanks, so much NFL players for helping to return the anger that we have worked so hard to recover from. The dreams are back and he is at war again. So now, to me it more than an assault on the flag, I am in danger again. Maybe you didn't think of all the consequences your disrespect of the flag could bring back. When you are on that knee pray for him and me, because I am not safe when he believes he is in war zone protecting me.

Sad and worried.

Stop Whining and Deliever the Facts

September 27, 2017

To Whom it May Concern and President Trump,

I was busy doing research today and got a little frustrated. I am not a fan of headlines and it occurs to me that most politicians speak in headlines. Vague and misleading seems to be the name of the game.

For example, I was trying to find a specific number of people who had died. Every headline stated, Over (and then some number). They know the actual number. That is the number that should be used.

It's like the term "FAKE NEWS" every time I see that I mentally change the wording because I believe this is what it really means. In a very whining voice "Someone is picking on me" replaces fake news. Why, because you over use the term and attach it to EVERYTHING.  Please stop your whining. It is really irritating me and doesn't allow me to focus on important facts.

I am hopeful that some mathematical guru will read this and let me know how many times you have tweeted "fake news" Anyone? Help out please. How about anyone from #NMP. One of you must be counting.

Please let me know an actual number - Anyone!

Love to all

Tren

Trump Targets North Korea With New Executive Order

September 26, 2017

Hello,

The critics are alive and well this morning. So before the questions start rolling in; Yes, I read the entire executive order. No, I am not a lawyer. No, I am not a "fan" of any particular political person. Yes I am a legal citizen.

I firmly believe that North Korea will at some point send a missile that will kill Americans. I firmly believe that it probably is in the near future. I believe that doing nothing, but fight on twitter is all the American people can see. I hope there is much more behind the scenes to try and keep people safe.

The Executive Oder seems to hit them in the pocket book and that might be helpful. Although my husband continually reminds me that the black market is alive and well and North Korea can get anything they desire that way.

I am not sure what the answer is, and I am glad we are doing something.

Get off your knee and tell me what your issue is.

Your actions speak so loud ........I can't hear what you are saying.

Dear President Trump, NFL Player and Owners,

I am trying very hard to settle down, put things in order, and calm down. It is not as easy as one might think. I have a deep respect for the flag and the National Anthem and all that it stands for. As I watched team after team take a knee or not come out at all, I got angry. That flag wraps the coffin of fallen soldiers. I don't know what they are protesting or why they care what a bully (President Trump) says about it, they lost my respect when they showed disrespect to the flag and the National Anthem. To me those two things are sacred.

You athletes don't live in a perfect country. Many of you have been through rough times. I imagine many of you have faced racism and still you are able to make millions "PLAYING A GAME".  So find another symbol for your cause. Find something I can support.

If you want to teach me about racism and how I can help fight that, you will have to find a different peaceful protest than disrespecting the flag and the National Anthem.

I have new hero though Alejandro Villanueva went out by himself, and stood up for the anthem and the flag. I would assume he's had some bumps in his life as well.

So get t-shirts. Make commercials. Have a telethon Buy billboards, but don't show disrespect our sacred symbols - please.

Trenna

For Every Solider Who Died Fighting for Us

Sunday, September 24

Dear Mr. President,

I wish you would read all of my posts and my letters to you that I write every day, because you indicated that you were there to represent me, a forgotten American. This morning I want you to read for a different reason. A 10 year old boy understands and so should everyone else.

This morning I was watching the drama over sports players disrespecting the flag. Today some went so far as to disrespect the American Flag and honor a flag of another country. I think those men should stay there. We don't need them here.

A few weeks ago my 10 year old grandson went with Grandpa and me to a rodeo. The presentation of the flag and the National Anthem is especially touching as it comes flying out on beautiful horse at a full run.

The crowd settled and the music started. I was my grandson, standing proudly with his hand over his heart and tears running down his face. I put my other arm around him and paid respect to the flag.

Everyone clapped and then as is the tradition at this rodeo, the saddled horse with no rider took a slow tour around the arena honoring all that had been lost.

It was time for the rodeo to be begin and I was drying his tears. He said,
"That song talks about the people who died so I could live here free. That flag was there after the fighting. Grandpa got to come back from the war, but many of his friends died there and he still cannot talk about it. He stands and honors the flag. It's a special song Trenna. I am sad for all the families who lost people. This song means we love and appreciate them even if we don't know their names. That is what the flag means. Of course, by then I was crying and he said the same thing I say to them  every time I leave them or put them to bed. "I love you today, tomorrow forever and always.

I don't know why the sports players choose to dishonor the symbol that commemorates the fallen soldiers and what they fought for. I have no idea what they are protesting, so if is suppose to move me to support a cause it doesn't. Their disrespect of the flag, the National Anthem, and soldiers that fought for their rights just proves that they are ignorant and disrespectful.

Even a 10 year old boy can figure that out.

Trenna

Trump Swamp Creature

September 23, 2017

Dear President Trump,

Typically when you are invited to a rally to support a candidate, you should spend most of your dedicated time talking about the candidate. Being tall is not one of the qualities that help me decide on a vote, does it you? I think you should have learned about Luther Strange and told people why you believe he was the best candidate.

Instead you used this opportunity to share that you had joined the swamp. I didn't find it surprising, but I did find it disappointing. You talked about having to have dinner with people who really loved you and wanted to meet you just to try and get a yes vote. Let's see, that  seems like the very thing you campaigned against. And how do you think those people who had the privilege of dining with you after you told the entire nation how horrible it was. So yes, you've become a swamp creature. Congrats.

Let's Try a Different Approach!

September 22, 2017

Dear Mr. President,

Today I am trying a different approach. I got up this morning and in my email several of my friends had sent this to me.

THE LEAD STORY: Kim Jong Un may order hydrogen bomb test in the Pacific  ... Foreign Minister Ri Yong Ho's comments in South Korea media followed Kim's assertion that President Trump was "deranged" and would "pay dearly" for his threat to destroy the Hermit Kingdom. Previously at the U.N. General Assembly, Trump mocked Kim as a "rocket man" on a "suicide mission," and said that if provoked further, “we will have no choice but to totally destroy North Korea." On Thursday, Trump signed an executive order targeting North Korea’s trading partners with sanctions, calling it a "powerful” tool for isolating and de-nuclearizing the regime.

This tells me a couple of things. My friends are concerned about the future of the United States and very concerned about war. It "feels" like we are a war with North Korea in a time when our people are reeling in natural disasters. I have to observe that when the going gets tough, you,
President Trump, call people names. (Here we call that a childish bully.)

What does it take to get your attention and a response to my concerns?

Trenna

Shame on the Cahokia Quarterback Club

September 20th, 2017

Dear President Trump,

Just wanted you to know that I call things as I see them. I don't just pick on you. 

Dear Cahokia Quarterback Club,

I believe you have some big problems to deal with and they need to be addressed NOW. Freedom of speech and the right to disrespect the flag should probably, as a matter of common sense be limited to adults.

Let me give you a copy of where I am getting my information.

"The 8-year-old kids from the Cahokia Quarterback Club football team took a knee as the anthem played before their Sunday, September 17 game, according to Fox Insider.

“One of the kids asked me if I saw [people] protesting and rioting in St. Louis,” Coach Orlando Gooden told the local Fox affiliate. “I said yes. I said, ‘Do you know why they are doing it?'”

The coach added that one of his players replied saying, “Because black people are getting killed and nobody’s going to jail.”

At that point, the coach claimed it was a “good teaching moment” and agreed to let the kids protest the anthem at the game:

“What I teach my kids is love, integrity, honesty, fairness, respect and boundaries,” the coach claimed.

Since the protest, Coach Gooden did note that he has received some blowback from people critical of the protest.

However, Gooden is unrepentant. “As long as I have support of my parents and team, I’m perfectly fine, and I’m covered under the First Amendment to peacefully protest and assemble,” he said.

Follow Warner Todd Huston on Twitter @warnerthuston."

I see several holes and missing points in the story, so I am not certain how credible it is, but I would love to learn more because it may make me less angry at a Coach, who I assume is spreading hate. "People" get away with shooting people all the time, that is what lawyers get paid to do. The majority of black people that get shot are shot by black people, who according to the premise are not going to jail. Since race was brought it the facts have to shared and black on black crime is a fact. I don't believe people should be shooting each other and getting away with it.

I don't believe showing disrespect for the flag helps these shootings and injustice stop at all. In fact, I believe it creates more hate and crimes. I don't know if the coach check with all the parents to get their consent, but if he did "Shame on the parents as well."  I wish President Trump would call you out.

I

72nd Session of the United Nations General Assembly

September 19, 2017

Dear President Trump or Anyone Who Cares!

Can we talk about the word "but" again. It is a very contrary word and alerts the listeners (usually subconsciously at this point) that whatever was said directly before is incorrect or should be dismissed. Read it again and think about it.

Let's look at some phrases.
I love you but
Sure we can go but
We are great friends but

Can you feel that negative vibe?

Check this out
I love you and
Sure we can go and
We are great friends and

See, it really doesn't feel the same. The next time you give a speech or notes or tweet maybe you could replace "but" with "and".

I challenge to read this paragraph out loud with both options.

But each day also brings news of growing dangers that threaten everything we cherish and value.  Terrorists and extremists have gathered strength and spread to every region of the planet.  Rogue regimes represented in this body not only support terrorists but threaten other nations and their own people with the most destructive weapons known to humanity. 

And each day also brings news of growing dangers that threaten everything we cherish and value.  Terrorists and extremists have gathered strength and spread to every region of the planet.  Rogue regimes represented in this body not only support terrorists but threaten other nations and their own people with the most destructive weapons known to humanity. 

There is a difference. Use and to communicate.

Trenna

To My Critics

September 18th

Dear Critics and President Trump,

Thanks for taking the time to tell me I am stupid and uneducated. I rely on something my Mom used to say "consider the source and the knowledge they have".

So a little bit about me. I am the youngest in my family so I am used to being told I am wrong and don't know anything. I am good at shrugging that off.

I don't have to like someone to respect their opinion. Respect is a gift I give freely. I am educated. I am teachable. I am opinionated and my opinions change and grow as I learn more. I believe in dialogue. When I discover I am wrong, I admit it and move forward.

I have a voice because I live in a country where I am "free" to express myself in any peaceful manner I choose, and I must enjoy the consequences because I choose to take the action.

Bring it on. Tell me what you think. Do it respectfully and there will be a dialogue.

Sincerely,

Trenna

Did you celebrate?

September 17, 2017

Hello,

I have told you many times to make only promises you can keep. I have suggested that you get a pen and a lawyer and make executive that won't be taken down by the courts.

I didn't really mean proclamations and I am not very sure how these proclamations will mean or if anyone really noticed.

At any rate today is Constitution and Citizenship Day and begins Constitution Week. I am not sure it made a difference or has any significance. I know about it and really it didn't inspire me to do anything.

I wonder if anyone noticed.


Bye.

Poor Decisions

  September 16, 2017

Dear President Trump,

My father was very detailed in the way he raised us. We didn't always meet his expectations, by any means, and yet he made it clear what he wanted done.

When we made a poor decisions, he wanted us to take accountability. We were taught that was a sign of a strong, yet humble leader. He also taught us about impeccable integrity.

I don't believe that you were taught the same things that I was taught. I have never even heard you say "I could have made a better decision." There have been plenty of times that it would have been an appropriate decision. In fact, I have an example or maybe a few.

"Pocahantas" comes to mind. Name calling in general is not a great practice, and the tribal meeting I attended after you used this name in a derogatory manner was somber. I heard the question over and over "Why would he choose to disgrace us?" I had no answer that would suffice.

That would have been an appropriate time to say, "I didn't make the best decision."

Announcing that you thought Comey was the right man for the job, would have been an appropriate time to say "I didn't make the best decision."

I could go on, and yet I am sure some people get the idea. Do you? 

Distraction Polictics

September 15, 2017

Dear President Trump,

You are learning the ropes of politics really well. How about a distraction of the young child who wants to mow the lawn. Great opportunity to inspire dreams and have photo ops. As long as we call it what it is. Trying to shine up your image. I agree, it needs some work.

Trenna

Congress does NOTHING

September 14th, 2017

Hello~

Here is the broken record

Donald J. Trump‏Verified account @realDonaldTrump Sep 14

No deal was made last night on DACA. Massive border security would have to be agreed to in exchange for consent. Would be subject to vote.

Needs votes, not going to happen, come up with a different way to take care of it.

GRRRRRRR.

Veto Huh?

September 14, 2017

Dear President Trump,

You must be kidding!

Donald J. Trump‏Verified account @realDonaldTrump Sep 14

Bernie Sanders is pushing hard for a single payer healthcare plan - a curse on the U.S. & its people...

Donald J. Trump‏Verified account @realDonaldTrump Sep 14

Replying to @realDonaldTrump

...I told Republicans to approve healthcare fast or this would happen. But don't worry, I will veto because I love our country & its people.

You will never get the chance to VETO, because that would require the Congress to do something other than appear on news shows, collect whatever the lobbyist have to offer and eat with you.

Just Sayin'

Trenna

Listen to Me!

September 13, 2017

Dear President Trump,

Have a little common sense and listen to me. I am not always right, and still you have much to learn from me. Check the track record.

Here is your tweet

Donald J. Trump‏Verified account @realDonaldTrump Sep 13

The approval process for the biggest Tax Cut & Tax Reform package in the history of our country will soon begin. Move fast Congress!

 

Here again is my reminder. Congress has no reason to back you. They are not required to do anything to keep their job. This tweet puts no pressure on Congress and gives the minions false hope. If you cannot make it happen with a pen and lawyer (a good one and perhaps a judge, don't say it will happen.

 

You owe me, at the very least, hair dye or better yet appointments to have someone else do it for as long as you are President and yes I am serious.

 

Trenna 

 

Oh Happy Day!

September 12th

Dear President Trump,

Let's put all our worries and politics aside and be thankful for a new grandchild. Congratulations.

Trenna

Somber

Dear President Trump,

It's a somber day. September 11th will never be the same. There are two times in my life when explaining what was happening in the world to the special needs people I work with overwhelms me. This is one of those days.

I got a call this morning from a visually impaired person that I spent the day with when the towers came down. I did my best to help her understand. She is still struggling with the "why".

She asked me a question and perhaps you have the answer. Is hate stronger than love?

Thanks,
Trenna

Stating the Obvious

September 10, 2017

Dear Mr. President,

I get it. People should do what they are told by professionals when it comes to storms, weather and safety. I am not sure why they want to risk staying, but I guess some people think it is important.

Anyway - thanks for trying to warn them.

Trenna

Churches and FEMA

September 9th 2107

Hello President Trump,

This is just a reminder. You don't have to say every thing you might be thinking about out loud. I know people in Texas are hurting and their churches are ruined. God hears prayers from homes and other places. The separation of church and state are there for a reason.

Are you also, to be fair, going to help all the churches who worship Satan, or maybe the new churches of Cannabis? Who has the power to say what a worthy "church" might be?

I don't know that I want my taxes to be used to rebuild churches. I am fine rebuilding peoples life, but you don't need a building to worship. I believe what you said opens a door to a very reckless trip down a slippery slope.

Don't go there.

Trenna

Hurricane and Symbolism

September 8, 2017

Dear President Trump,

Everyone is talking about the hurricane and the devastation. I can't help but to compare it to our congress and the many issues I see there. They are up to their necks in wreckage that has been created by years of corruption.

You can not allow a body to govern themselves with no checks and balances. The system is broken and under water. Lobbyists pay, representatives do their bidding the average or Americans in poverty suffer.

I don't know why we don't talk about it. I don't know why no one cares. I don't know why you don't do something as President. Did you forget the Americans?

Trenna

Much Improved

September 7, 2017

Now this is a Presidential Tweet.

Finally!

Trenna

You retweeted this?

September 6th, 2017

Dear President Trump,

You retweeted this.

I am trying to decide if it is funny or two egos fighting over how great they are and ignoring "the electoral college that made the final decision. Enlighten me as to why you retweeted this please.

Thanks,

Trenna

You Know This!

Dear President Trump,

Why are we all pretending that Congress "has" to do anything?

Donald J. Trump‏Verified account @realDonaldTrump Sep 5

Congress, get ready to do your job - DACA!

 

Again, the only thing they really must do is get elected. They don't have to show up for votes. They don't have to work for a paycheck. They don't have to EVER get another job. They are set for a comfortable life. (Think about their great health insurance.)

 

Really, they be fired for anything less than treason. That is the problem you should be working on.

 

Trenna

All they do is get ELECTED

Dear President Trump,

I thought perhaps a visual would help. How likely is that you and the person pictured above could sit down, cooperate and do something for the good of the people who make $20,000 or less a year?

How likely is it that anyone in congress can be pressured into helping anyone? Their only requirement is to get elected. They don't have to show up. They don't have to vote. All they really have to do is get elected.  (Yes I have said this before, but I not sure anyone is listening.)
Change the rules and make our representatives have job and not a welfare program with great benefits.

I am over it.

Trenna

It's Labor Day

September 4, 2017

Dear President Trump,

I always find in interesting, even in our own short history, we can not agree how this holiday began. More than one group wants the credit. I don't really know what the holiday is suppose to be about, but in our home town it was always fair time, so that worked for me. I would like to believe that it is a holiday for those hourly workers who deserve a holiday, but I am probably dreaming.

Chow!

This Needs to Stop

September 3, 2017

Dear President Trump,

I believe I may be repeating myself, but this is so important to me. I am married to a veteran who had to fight in a war he didn't believe in and has never really recovered. So the fact that you think tweeting about such serious things as this

Donald J. Trump‏Verified account @realDonaldTrump Sep 3

North Korea has conducted a major Nuclear Test. Their words and actions continue to be very hostile and dangerous to the United States.....

Donald J. Trump‏Verified account @realDonaldTrump Sep 3

..North Korea is a rogue nation which has become a great threat and embarrassment to China, which is trying to help but with little success.

   

sickens me and causes me great concern. We are heading for a "conflict" because Congress won't do anything and my children, like their father will be called on to fight. A fight that played out on twitter. Think about that. This is not reaching out to the people and comforting them. This is a childish display of intimidation that only feeds the fire. Shame on you.

 

Trenna