Social Justice Coalition

Helen Keller

2009-12-29T11:11:00.000-08:00

I am only one, but still I am one; I cannot do everything, but still I can do something; I will not refuse to do the something I can do.

Confucius

2009-12-26T11:13:00.000-08:00

The Superior Man loves his soul, the Inferior Man loves his Property.

(Confucius)

Extreme Poverty

2009-12-21T12:46:00.000-08:00

According to the United Nations, Extreme Poverty is defined as someone who lives on $1.25 per Day, or less. There are 1.4 Billion People in the World, who live in Extreme Poverty!

Universe

2009-12-19T14:42:00.000-08:00

To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders.

(Lieh Tzu)

Detroit

2009-12-18T09:28:00.000-08:00

It has come to my attention, that the Unemployment Rate in Detroit, is ridiculously high! My heart goes out to those People in Detroit, who are suffering!

Gandhi

2009-12-17T16:09:00.000-08:00

Yesterday, I began reading a book about Gandhi, that was written by Louis Fischer. It looks like an interesting book, about an amazing person!

Salt Lake City

2009-12-16T11:46:00.000-08:00

The Weather in Salt Lake City, has been quite a bit warmer this Week.

Sometimes at Christmas Time, we hear about the Wise Men bringing the Christ Child; Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh. Most of us know about Gold, but what exactly is Frankincense, and Myrrh? Frankincense and Myrrh are Special Tree Resins, that have a Nice Scent, and have Anti-Bacterial Properties.

2009-12-15T08:10:00.000-08:00

I am currently writing a Magazine Article, Titled: How to be a Philosopher. I will let everyone know when I finish writing it, and get it Published.

I moved to Salt Lake City, 3 Months ago. I am living Downtown.

My Brother

2009-12-14T09:43:00.000-08:00

My Brother, David Ballard, has encouraged me to continue updating this Blog. I had become a bit discouraged, since not very many People were commenting on my Posts, but my Brother told me that as long as my Blog, is helping One Other Person, that my Blog is a Worthwhile Endeavor!

Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

2008-04-21T12:15:00.000-07:00

For those who are interested in helping Animals, I recommend: http://bestfriends.org/!

Medicine

2008-04-13T15:39:00.000-07:00

Today I was asked to serve as a member of a Committee, that will distribute Medicines, and Assistance to the Community, in the Event of a Pandemic, or a Terrorist Attack!

Confirmation

2008-04-13T14:57:00.000-07:00

Today was my Confirmation Service! I was Confirmed a member of the Episcopal Church!

Opinionated

2008-04-11T11:20:00.000-07:00

I guess I'm a bit too opinionated for Wikipedia! They deleted almost everything I wrote!

Wikipedia Content

2008-04-10T16:25:00.000-07:00

I added another sentence to Wikipedia today!

Editing Wikipedia

2008-04-09T11:37:00.000-07:00

I did something new Yesterday! Instead of merely using Wikipedia as a Research Resource, I actually added content to Wikipedia! Admittedly it was only two sentences, but the greatest journey begins with a single step!

Wikipedia

2008-04-08T17:18:00.000-07:00

It's amazing how many articles have been written for Wikipedia! I'm planning on writing some articles for Wikipedia also!

Toastmasters

2008-04-07T09:03:00.000-07:00

I attended Toastmasters this Morning! Although I'm a long-time member, I wasn't able to attend for several months. It felt good to get back!

For those who are trying to bring our Troops Home from Iraq, here are a couple of good Resources: http://www.fofchange.org, and http://MFSO.org!

Baptism

2008-04-06T14:11:00.000-07:00

Two weeks ago I was Baptized into the Episcopal Church! It was a Great Experience!

Toquop

2008-02-08T11:41:00.000-08:00

For those of you that don't know, Toquop is a proposed Dirty Coal Plant that might be built only 32 miles from my home. Many of us in Utah, Arizona, and Nevada, don't want this Coal Plant to be built! About 400 of us, showed up at a Government Hearing that was held yesterday in Mesquite, Nevada. Most of the People (myself included) who traveled to the Government Hearing from St. George, Utah, rode on a chartered Bus! We had to leave before the meeting ended, but the Nevada, and Arizona People were grateful that we came down to help! Just about everyone is against Toquop!

Chess

2007-12-09T15:45:00.000-08:00

Yesterday, I competed in the (Igor Ivanov Memorial) Chess Tournament. I tied for 2nd place in my division!

Chess Tournament

2007-12-07T10:17:00.000-08:00

I will be playing in a Chess Tournament tomorrow!

City Council Campaign

2007-08-26T15:54:00.000-07:00

Only 2 Weeks left until the St. George City Council Primary! I have run a Grass Roots Campaign, and have had the opportunity to meet many St. George Citizens! On Thursday at 9 AM, I will be featured on the "Mike McGary" radio program. I encourage all St. George Citizens to vote on September 11th! I am asking for your vote!

St. George

2007-08-03T10:12:00.000-07:00

My name is Kris Ballard, and I have been campaigning for a seat, on the St. George City Council in Utah! The Primary will be held on September 11th. It is a Non-Partisan Contest, and I have enjoyed getting to know many of the Local Citizens. There are 14 Candidates, trying to be elected for the 3 available Seats. Only the top 6 Candidates will advance to the General Election, on November 6th. Wish me luck, since I am running a Grass Roots Campaign, that relies primarily on Volunteer Help, rather than Money!

Primary

2007-07-17T09:06:00.000-07:00

The Filing Date has closed for the St. George City Council Elections. 14 People have filed for the 3 City Council Seats that are being Contested. Only one Incumbent is trying to be re-elected. Since there are so many Candidates, there will be a Primary. My name is Kris Ballard, and I am one of the Candidates!

Yesterday, a 1,000 Acre Fire caused a Power Outage, that shut down most of Washington County, Utah. The Power Outage lasted between 4PM-9PM. All the Stores, and Gas Stations shut down. The Temperature outside was 106%!

Magnet Signs

2007-07-16T09:00:00.000-07:00

Today, I washed my Truck, and put 2 Magnet Signs on it, so People will know that I'm running for the St. George City Council! The Magnet Signs have my Name, and the Political Office I'm seeking, written on them. I went up to City Hall to see how many People have filed to run for the 3 City Council Positions. So far, 9 People have filed. The Filing Deadline is 5PM today.