Monday, December 29, 2025
Beauty with a message
As a long-time resident of Mount Rainier and a homeowner, it is important to me that municipal government be inclusive of all of its residents.
It is equally important that information be communicated through all possible channel so that residents can get involved.
It is also important for residents to volunteer and serve on committees, commissions, boards and task forces.
I truly believe that municipal government is the government closes to the people, and as such should be easily accessible.
This BLOG is another effort to reach out to the residents of Mount Rainier.
Monday, December 22, 2025
Mount Rainier Maryland:s Annual Parade of Lights -- Another Successful Year
And the Parade of Lights was an absolute success at The Front Porch Ministries (TFPM).
If it was not nailed down, we gave it away! Thank you to the ladies who always volunteer at TFPM.
Thank you to the neighbors, friends, and everyone else who stopped by, tried the hot apple cider, took some ginger snaps, or danish, and helped us move the food we set out just for you.
The music was loud, and the holiday spirit was in the air.
THANK YOU, Councilmember Danielle Carter, for making this all possible. Another Parad of Lights in the books!!!!
As a long-time resident of Mount Rainier and a homeowner, it is important to me that municipal government be inclusive of all of its residents.
It is equally important that information be communicated through all possible channel so that residents can get involved.
It is also important for residents to volunteer and serve on committees, commissions, boards and task forces.
I truly believe that municipal government is the government closes to the people, and as such should be easily accessible.
This BLOG is another effort to reach out to the residents of Mount Rainier.
More than one hundred (100) Children GOT THEIR WISHES this Holiday Season!
This holiday season, The Front Porch Ministries (TFPM) once again called upon the community to adopt families for Christmas, and YES, they came through like the community they are, and more than 100 children received their Christmas wishes.
As a long-time resident of Mount Rainier and a homeowner, it is important to me that municipal government be inclusive of all of its residents.
It is equally important that information be communicated through all possible channel so that residents can get involved.
It is also important for residents to volunteer and serve on committees, commissions, boards and task forces.
I truly believe that municipal government is the government closes to the people, and as such should be easily accessible.
This BLOG is another effort to reach out to the residents of Mount Rainier.
Saturday, August 30, 2025
CALLED TO ACTION BY A GAGGLE OF GEESE STOPPING TRAFFIC ON HIGHWAY 193!
A GAGGLE OF GEESE STOPS TRAFFIC ON HIGHWAY 193!
My big moment yesterday came on my way to church. As Nneka Barnes drove me to church, we came upon a traffic jam. The traffic was at a complete halt. We commented that there must have been an accident, but upon closer inspection, Nneka exclaimed, There is no accident, just a bunch of ducks crossing the road!
Well, we sat, and sat some more, and the ducks, turned out to be geese, could not make up their minds on 193 whether they were going east or west. We were headed north. So we sat some more.
After I had had enough of the geese and their foolishness, I decided to get out and help them along while everyone else just sat and watched, including Nneka Barnes! LOL So, before she could lock the door and keep me in, I jumped out and went to the middle of the intersection, where the contrary geese continued holding up traffic.
There were about twelve of them, and half were going east, and the other half were going west, and one decided he was going north. No togetherness, at ALL!
For almost fifteen minutes, I was in the middle of the intersection, running back and forth to collect the geese, get them out of harm's way, and clear the traffic so we could get to church. We were already running late.
No, they would not cooperate! I should wave my arms to get them together, and they would run past each other. I would run around them to get back together, and they would split up. I finally got them all in the northbound lane and headed toward the sidewalk, and one pedestrian came over to help complete the task.
Needless to say, as soon as the southbound traffic saw the geese in the northbound lanes, they took off. Eventually, we finally got all of the geese to the sidewalk, and I walked back across the street to my car with Nneka Barnes waiting to get me to church.
As I got in my car, one woman slowed down enough to say out of her window, I hope you don't get hit getting in your car as she continued to drive past me and my open door!
As a long-time resident of Mount Rainier and a homeowner, it is important to me that municipal government be inclusive of all of its residents.
It is equally important that information be communicated through all possible channel so that residents can get involved.
It is also important for residents to volunteer and serve on committees, commissions, boards and task forces.
I truly believe that municipal government is the government closes to the people, and as such should be easily accessible.
This BLOG is another effort to reach out to the residents of Mount Rainier.
August 26, The First Day of School in Prince George's County Maryland
TODAY. August 25, 2025, is the first day of school in Prince George's County. Best wishes for all students for an absolutely wonderful and positive school year -- 2025-2026!
This is something we can all do, whether we have children in school or not.
As a long-time resident of Mount Rainier and a homeowner, it is important to me that municipal government be inclusive of all of its residents.
It is equally important that information be communicated through all possible channel so that residents can get involved.
It is also important for residents to volunteer and serve on committees, commissions, boards and task forces.
I truly believe that municipal government is the government closes to the people, and as such should be easily accessible.
This BLOG is another effort to reach out to the residents of Mount Rainier.
Help Save Affordable Artist Housing in Maryland for FORTY ARTISTS in Mount Rainier, MD
Over 40 artist-residents at the Mount Rainier Artist Lofts are at risk of losing their homes due to years of ignored safety violations and a missing Use & Occupancy Permit.
After fighting to be heard, a Maryland judge finally ruled in their favor on July 31, 2025. However, they now urgently need donations to keep their legal fight alive.
They're not just saving a building, they're fighting for safe, stable housing and justice.
Donate today. Share widely. Stand with them.
Use the QR Code below to support this grassroots effort.You don't have to live in Maryland to make a difference; care enough to act.
THANK YOU on behalf of the Mount Rainier Artist Lofts tenants.URGENT HEALTH & SAFETY ISSUE:
The building's elevator has been out of service, putting a differently abled resident at serious risk. Even worse, the elevator permit expired in 2024, a direct violation of Maryland's building's annual inspection laws.
This event is over, but donations are still needed. Click on the link below to contribute to the GOFUNDME project! 
As a long-time resident of Mount Rainier and a homeowner, it is important to me that municipal government be inclusive of all of its residents.
It is equally important that information be communicated through all possible channel so that residents can get involved.
It is also important for residents to volunteer and serve on committees, commissions, boards and task forces.
I truly believe that municipal government is the government closes to the people, and as such should be easily accessible.
This BLOG is another effort to reach out to the residents of Mount Rainier.
Forty Artists. One Community. A Fight for Safe Housing! NEED YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT.
Forty Artists. One Community. A Fight for Safe Housing!
As September begins, please remember the artists of the Mount Rainier Artist Lofts. Their fight for safe, livable housing continues, and so does their need for support.
If you haven't donated yet, now is the time. If you have, thank you, and please consider giving again. Every dollar helps us get closer to justice.
Please donate today and stand with our artists.
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As a long-time resident of Mount Rainier and a homeowner, it is important to me that municipal government be inclusive of all of its residents.
It is equally important that information be communicated through all possible channel so that residents can get involved.
It is also important for residents to volunteer and serve on committees, commissions, boards and task forces.
I truly believe that municipal government is the government closes to the people, and as such should be easily accessible.
This BLOG is another effort to reach out to the residents of Mount Rainier.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
A New School Year 2025-2026
As a long-time resident of Mount Rainier and a homeowner, it is important to me that municipal government be inclusive of all of its residents.
It is equally important that information be communicated through all possible channel so that residents can get involved.
It is also important for residents to volunteer and serve on committees, commissions, boards and task forces.
I truly believe that municipal government is the government closes to the people, and as such should be easily accessible.
This BLOG is another effort to reach out to the residents of Mount Rainier.
Wednesday, August 06, 2025
Dangerous Words! -- A Review and Promotion of "The Homeless Man" By Jack of Diamonds
I am a writer on Writing.com. I write under the name of G. B. Williams. I have been a member of this site for more than ten (10) years. Today, not only was one of my stories read, reviewed, and rated, but it was promoted by one of the other writers on the site. The following is what he had to say about "The Homeless Man."
A few days ago, I received a glowing review of "Jack's Diamonds" from one G. G. Williams. Looking to thank her for the time and effort she put in, I visited her port to offer a reciprocal review. I found a piece, read it, and reviewed it, and it is one for the ages, but I warn you, her words will change you. She was the four-term mayor of a small town in Maryland, and she knows something about the power of words. If you read this, you may be motivated, as I was, to do things you never imagined you would. I found this to be some of the most powerful writing on this site. Here's the link, but remember, you've been warned!
 | The Homeless Man (E) One could learn a lot from a homeless person, especially if that person is you! #2256243 by (221) G. B. Williams    This story can be read at The Homeless Man - Writing.Com |
As a long-time resident of Mount Rainier and a homeowner, it is important to me that municipal government be inclusive of all of its residents.
It is equally important that information be communicated through all possible channel so that residents can get involved.
It is also important for residents to volunteer and serve on committees, commissions, boards and task forces.
I truly believe that municipal government is the government closes to the people, and as such should be easily accessible.
This BLOG is another effort to reach out to the residents of Mount Rainier.
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