Go Obama Go!

How encouraging to wake up this morning to Obama addressing the nation on the worsening economic crisis. He hasn't officially taken office, yet he's all over the situation! Way to go Obama! Let's hope his stimulus package is passed and there will be relief before it's too late. Who knows maybe he does have Bill Nye and Oprah on his speed dial!

Investing in new jobs, more spending, computerized medical records, high tech education for students, and new alternative energy programs are wisely part of his strategy. I certainly hope the Canadian government is taking notes!

Tomorrow, all of us at John Deere in Welland Ontario will be voting on a settlement package when John Deere closes it's doors and reopens in Saltillo Mexico. It would nothing short of a miracle for this closure to be reversed but in reality I can only hold my breath for all 800 of us that will soon be jobless. If there are any industries out there that are looking for a world class work force and an enormous factory with endless potential, look no further than Welland, Ontario; I'm sure we can fix you up!

Thanks, President Obama, for delivering hope to all Americans and Canadians alike. May your confidence and actions flow across all borders for a better tomorrow. I'm sure 2009 will hold many struggles for all of us but I'm choosing to stay optimistic. God bless those in high places who rise to the challenges by standing up to make changes that will make the difference. Good luck and strong faith to all who will be facing the many difficult battles ahead. Take a deep breath everyone and just keep swimming!