I am married, have a family who are grown, and pastor two churches: a country log church (complete with outhouse, and a steeple with a bell); and a small mission church in a rural town. I have been doing this now for almost 10 years.

I am an American and proud of it. As a professional woman in a usually male field I identify with our Sarah Palin, also in that we are both from the north. I also identify with her conservatism.

I am elated and energized as November 08 approaches. I pray - literally - that ALL Americans will exercise their right to vote AND to freedom of speech, and make their voices heard. Alone - with God’s help - one person can do mighty things (as Sarah Palin has shown us); together - with God’s help - we can do MANY MIGHTY things!

God Bless America - and our service men and women at home and abroad!

Pastor Ruth and family