I wrote the following poem some years ago when disappointed with the dishonesty of a  person in a leadership role.  It was a sad truth that I had not seen before that time and it was a struggle to find understanding.  I am posting this poem now as a testament to the honest, moral character, and outstanding leadership example I have witnessed personally in Skip all these years.

Skip is also the hardest working individual I have ever known and will give of himself whatever it takes to help someone, to solve a problem, to help make a situation better, or whatever positive difference it is within his power to do.  I have seen him do it over and over again.  If it is possible at all, he will accomplish it at all personal cost.  Unfortunately, not everything can be fixed quickly and not everything can be fixed to please everyone.  I can say that I know he will not give up trying.

With all this said, I am asking each of you to vote for Skip to be re-elected  Mayor in the May 7th election.  Everyone’s vote will be needed due to the possibility of numerous write-in mistakes. Many could see just one name on the ballet to mark and might not think to write in a name.  We are doing everything we know to make it easy.  We need all the help we can get. Tell your friends and neighbors to vote!  Personally take them to vote if necessary.  Thank you for all you do. This is so very important for the best future of Salado.

Gratefully,

Gayle Blancett

BREAD OF LIFE

In the name of power

Compromises are made

Twisted truths come down in a shower

As words are shaped to reflect a slightly different shade

What is this power driven monster

Hidden beneath the surface so smug

That constantly mistruths bolster

Could it be the simple need of an admiring hug?

Our trusted leaders

Great responsibilities hold

Certainly they should be truth creators

For such character one must be very bold

True and lasting power is among the fruit that is given

It blooms in life as a most beautiful flower

A sweet bread created with a truth leaven

For all of humanity to devour

People, people, everywhere ! From one end to the other through out the village, there were happy faces and giggles from visitors, vendors, and shop owners alike. Isn’t it amazing! In spite of the construction, a few doom and gloom attitudes, the positive determination and the joined hands of almost everyone, resulted in the best weekend for Salado in a very long time. Each individual success co-ordinated to feed into the other successes. It was a very wonderful weekend for the village, no matter your perspective. Thank you Chamber of Commerce, Tourism, shop owners, vendors, artist, shoppers, and visitors! You all deserve it.

Other informational websites below:

www.saladomayor.blogspot.com
www.re-electskip.blogspot.com
www.facebook.com/reelectmayorskip
www.facebook.com/gayleblancett/local
www.gayleblancett.com

Art and people were plentiful, while admiring the art, having a glass of wine, and talking to each other last night at the Sirril Art Gallery. 

RE-ELECT MAYOR SKIP BLANCETT

WRITE-IN:  SKIP BLANCETT

COLOR THE BUBBLE OR THE BALLOT WILL BE KICKED OUT BY THE MACHINE AND IT WILL NOT COUNT !!!