I've noticed, at meetings, that most people interested our Historical Society are prone to be the over 50 crowd. That, in itself is not a bad thing. We are a bit older and can remember from some experience or stories from our parents, their friends or older relatives a lot of things we discuss as topic. We are also less occupied with social events that lend themselves to younger people, such as young children who have scholastic activities, sports, academics and so forth . Being of senior years or closely approaching we may have interests in our grandchildren's activities or affairs, but may not be as consumed in it as much. After all, they have parents, our children, to deal with it as we did in our time.
Many of us have a strong spiritual connection with our community, through our churches or other institutions of faith, inspiration or spirituality. But, it is also important as we grow older that we maintain of our civic community connection. It is what helps keep our minds and bodies healthy. That is why we have joined and contributed to organizations like the Nanticoke Historical Society.
You are an integral and important member of our society that helps promote our community.
(not just the Nanticoke Historical Society)
It is also important to let your voice be heard by voting. Your vote elects your proxy in our government, to represent your concerns and needs from and in our community. Your proxy, your representative, your Congressman takes your issues of concern to Washington, if you allow yourself to be heard. You must make your voice be heard if you would like him/her and other people to listen. Do not be afraid to address your concerns with your Congressman. Whom ever she/he maybe, Republican, Democrat or Independent, they are not as distant and unapproachable as you may think. In fact, this person has a great deal of interest in listening to you. If you are not as smart phone or computer savvy as you would like to be then pen, paper, stamp and envelope still work. Talk to him/her on any issue that is of concern to you about our community. If you have an elderly neighbor or relative who needs help with Police, Fire, Street Dept., pitch in.
Let your voice be heard:
Lou Barletta for Congress
8 West Broad Street, Suite 410
PO Box 128
Hazleton, PA 18201
Office: 570-501-VOTE (8683)
Fax: 570-501-8688
Lou Barletta for Congress
An Issue of Mine - Resolved!
As an example: The recent voter ID law may have created a problem for some senior citizens or even students of voting age that have not obtained valid identification, making the task of obtaining proper ID and voting more difficult. Whether this problem was intentional or not is of no matter. It is now the law to be respected and dealt with appropriately. I have scourered the internet for information on this subject, not to find a whole lot. Those of us who have not grown up in the information age may find the digging and surfing to be just to much work and just give in to the fact that we will not vote this November. After all, its only one vote. Who listens to me anyway? Our good congressman, who may not necessarily represent all my views (that's my fault) has come through for me with flying colors. I have found answers through this resource as I expect you will as well.
You as a person are important. Your voice is to be heard. Maintain your purpose by staying involved. Stay active in our community. Do what you can. Never give up. You need not fill out an employment application form. You will not have personnel file. Any help or contribution you make will be appreciated. Make Friends! Have fun! Join our Community.
The purpose of this blog is to promote our community and Nanticoke Historical Society.
Your are always welcome at our home
Samantha Mill House • 495 East Main Street • Nanticoke, PA 18634• 570.258.1367
Please call first. We work part time.
I refrain from political commentary on this blog. But if you are interested in my personal views you may visit me at Life in NEPA
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