Dear Friends,
We need to suport an honest candidate in the runoff for Governor of SC.
Here is an example of the Honest Differences between Gresham Barrett and Nikki Haley-on who is hiding the truth..and who is realy laying it out there for us to see!
On Transparency;

Gresham Barrett
Voluntarily released 2009 personal income taxes. (Barrett for Governor, Press Release, 6/10/10)
Voluntarily released all campaign donors, including runoff donors. (Barrett for Governor, Press Release, 6/10/10)
Voluntarily posted his congressional financial disclosure to his website. (Barrett for Governor Website, www.greshambarrett.com, Accessed 6/15/10)
Nikki Haley

Refused to release income taxes.
Refused to release runoff campaign donors.
“Flunked campaign finance disclosure 101” and has repeatedly failed to disclose her campaign finance reports by ethics deadlines. (S.C. Ethics Commission Website, apps.sc.gov, Accessed 6/6/10; The State, 3/14/05)
Invoked “legislative exemption” to stop the release of her legislative correspondence records. (The Associated Press, 6/4/10)

Please vote for Gresham Barrett for Governor on June 22nd.. The one true Leader who we can trust to lead our State!xo
heidi

hi Friends,
My friend, Natalie, is married to Rep. Gresham Barrett. I have seen first hand the sacrifices the entire family has made over the past few years to be faithful public servants.
I sometimes wonder why anyone would do it! The long distance travel, long hours and time away from home are true tests of spirit.
Gresham Barrett is dedicated to public service. He is a family man, former Army Captain, and small business owner. As a US Representative, he spent lots of time in Washington,DC and knows the games that they play.
Those attributes make him qualified to hold office and lead our government. His integrity, honesty and strength of character make him worthy to hold office.
This candidate for Governor has a Plan for our economy! For education, for job growth!
His opponent in the runoff on Tuesday has not outlined a plan, has not indicated she has any idea of what steps need to be taken to lift SC out of its sad state of high unemployment and outrageous spending.
I am going to go with the man who will give SC its best opportunity and that is Gresham Barrett.
Talk to your friends,spread the word. Vote Gresham Barrett for Governor!
thank you!
Your Friend,heidi
Leading up to Tuesdays run-off are a few cool things going on.
Sign up now for Maggie’s run at Furman University.
Saturday, June 26th/ Pre-register for t he 5k at www.strictlyrunning.com .

Clemson university and USC play Sunday in the college world series/ the gamecocks play Oklahoma at 2pm /the tigers play Arizona st at 7pm

Hi-
Hope you’ll be at the Hawk & Tom Prom! I will be in the most beautiful dress! Christy at The Castle Prom & Bridal in Spartanburg(and Anderson) helped me pick it out. I needed some help because there were so many dresses that I loved,and narrowing down my choice to one was really hard.
Thank you,Christy!!!

If you need a special occasion dress definitely shop at the Castle.]
They are really nice and will give you their honest opinion on fit,and color and style..
The Bridal Gown selection is amazing,but, I dont have to worry about that!
see you at the |Hyatt friday night..(11th).8pm.It’s a
Mardi-Gas theme…and a guranteed good time!!~

xo
heidi
ps.
it so important to make the right choice as to who is going to lead our State out of its economic and jobs problems..Please read up on the candidates and you will see who has the real ability to make the right decisions to strengthen our economy,create jobs and lead us ! Gresham Barrettt has the experience of more than 7 years in Washington DC as a Representative..He knows DC and the games they play. We will need to be prepared to stand up against the what DC wants to PUSH on us! Gresham Barrett is the EXPERENCED Leader we NEED to do that!
Please vote Gresham Barrett for SC Governor in the June 22 runoff!
xo

hi FRIENDS,

I hope you will vote today in either the Republican or Democratic Primary . Polls are open 7am-7pm. Bring ID: either your voter registration card or your driver’s license . Below is what you’ll see on your ballot, and depending on where you live you may have a couple of local offices that are not listed below.

I hope you will consider Gresham Barrett for Governor!
Born and raised in Westminster. A Family man, Army Captain, Business Owner, and,for the past 7 years, has been a US Representative. He has spent alot of time in Washing DC, and it’s going to take someone who knows the ropes to fight the fight that we have ahead!

Vote for Gresham Barrett for SC Governor. An Experienced Leader is what we need now !!
Please vote GRESHAM BARRETT!
thank you..

xoxo
Republican Candidates

Governor
Gresham Barrett
Andre Bauer
Nikki R Haley
Henry McMaster

Lieutenant Governor
Ken Ard
Bill Connor
Eleanor Kitzman
Larry Richter

State Treasurer
Converse Chellis
Curtis Loftis

Attorney General
Robert Bolchoz
Leighton Lord
Alan Wilson

Comptroller General
Richard A Eckstrom
Mike Meilinger

State Superintendent of Education
Gary L Burgess
Elizabeth Moffly
Brent Nelsen
Kelly Payne
Glenn C Price
Mick Zais

U.S. Senate
Jim DeMint
Susan McDonald Gaddy

U.S. House of Representatives – 4th District (Greenville, Spartanburg, Union)
Republicans
Trey Gowdy
Bob Inglis
Christina Jeffrey
Jim Lee
David Thomas

Democrats
Paul Corden

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U.S. House of Representatives – 3rd District (Pickens, Anderson, Laurens)
Republicans
Richard Cash
Neal Collins
Jeff Duncan
Joe Grimaud
Rex Rice
Mike Vasovski

Democrats
Brian Doyle
Jane Dyer

(Note: State House, County Council or other local offices may be on your ballot, but is dependent upon what area you live in).

GOP Ballot Initiatives
QUESTION #1:
The healthcare reform bill recently signed into law by President Obama requires all American citizens to purchase health insurance or else to pay a fine to the federal government. The legislation also contains tax benefits and other inducements that apply only to certain states, benefits that were apparently designed to persuade those states’ Senators or Representatives to vote for President Obama’s healthcare reform Bill.
Therefore be it resolved: The South Carolina General Assembly should defend the freedom of all South Carolinians to make their own healthcare decicions by enacting legislation making it illegal to force the citizens of South Carolina to purchase health insurance or participate in a healthcare plan against their will, or to comply with any of the provisions or mandates of nationalized healthcare that do not apply equally to all states. Do you agree with the resolution above?
Yes
No

QUESTION #2:
Growth of state spending should not exceed the growth of the economy. Therefore, be it resolved: The South Carolina General Assembly should enact legislation to limit state spending growth in South Carolina to a growth rate not to exceed the lesser of the annual percentage growth in income of the State’s citizens, or the growth in population plus inflation. Do you agree with the resolution above?
Yes
No

Democratic Candidates

Governor
Robert Ford
Jim Rex
Vincent A Sheheen

State Superintendent of Education
Frank Holleman
Tom Thompson

U.S. Senate
Alvin M Greene
Vic Rawl

(Note: State House, County Council or other local offices may be on your ballot, but is dependent upon what area you live in).

Did you ever get to go to Summer Camp? I got to go one time,and loved it! It was a week-long YWCA sponsored facility. It was so cool to be away from home,meting new friends, and learning things that you wouldn’t otherwise have access to …I hope you will consider even day-camp for your kids..so that your children can be exposed to different activities.There are lots of different kinds of camps. Some focus on art,nature,horseback riding..even cooking,and of course,sports related activities.
There are some that are low cost and likely offered thru your local Y or church.
Now, wouldnt it be great if there were summer camps for adults!!
Happy and safe summer!

Hi!
There’s alot going this weekend!

Some of the highlights are –
Freedom Weekend Aloft:
Friday, May 28 – 3 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Saturday, May 29 – 12 noon – 11 p.m.
Sunday, May 30 – 12 noon – 11 p.m.
Monday, May 31 – 12 noon – 8 p.m.
Tickets:
$7.50 In advance at Bi-Lo stores until May 27
$10 at the gate
Children 12 and under: free
Free admission on May 31
Parking: $4 in advance, $5 at the gate every day
For more information visit www.freedomweekend.org .

AND the Greater Greenville Scottish Games and Highland Festival:

The Great Scot! Parade begins at 6 p.m. Friday at the corner Main and East North streets. It will be followed by the Great Scot! Ceilidh in the Peace Center Amphitheater. Tickets for the Ceilidh are $5.
On Saturday, the festival begins at 9 a.m. at Furman University. Tickets are $20. For more information, go to www.greenvillegames.org.

Whatever you do,please, be safe!~
your friend,
heidi

HI – Here’s an great way to enjoy the ballon fest!
Volunteer to work Bi-Lo’s “Blue Sky Bistro” -food court- on Saturday, at Freedom Weekend Aloft, – Heritage Park in Simpsonville. /you’ll get a free tshirt , parking pass and admission for the day – for info call – Delane at 864-616-4633.
have a great weekend!
xo
heidi

Hi Friends,
So much to do this weekend – the Greek Festival in Greenville, The Hoot ‘n Holler at old Armstrong Elementary on Saturday 3-8pm. Music,food,lots of kids games..and then, on Saturday at 5pm, the Armed Forces Day Parade! Sit along Main st. Greenville and watch floats and bands, then, following the Parade at Fluor Field there will be a more bands and a jet fly-over,very cool! That starts at 6:30pm.
We owe so much to our Troops as they and their families have made so many sacrifices…let’s honor them in this little way. By attending the event and standing when the Flag passes and waving when the Veterans pass by and proudly showing your love for our Country.
IU will see you there!
xo
heidi

Hi -
Hre’s a opportunity for you to earn money for your non-profit Organization.
School,Church,Scouts, Teen group, Sports team…you can become a ticket-selling partner – with The Beach Ball Foundation.
Make $50 for every $100 ticket you sell to “The Beach Ball ” It’s the party of the year held at a private Greenville Estate.
With 25 restaurants, custom cocktails and dancing under the stars – it’s an easy way for your group to earn funds..
– go to beachballfoundation.org – and drop by the Peace Center April 20 from tomoro 11-1.
You can check out tickets to sell..return those you dont sell.!
Hope to see you then!
your friend ,
heidi

Who is the most deserving city to get google fiber optic cabling installed?
It will create the fastest internet available! It’s so cool that the other frontrunner is Asheville – a cool city with so much to offer.
But, living in Greenville, my vote is for the upstate!
So,please VOTE FOR GREENVILLE at ….