The Preamble:

We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.

Many people question the relevance of the U.S. Constitution.  Many people swear an oath to protect and defend it.  How many people truly take the time to learn and understand it?

I am attempting to do just that.  To really learn what this document has to say, and what it means to our everyday lives.  I'd like to invite you along.  

It is a large document, but I'm going to break it up into small sections, to offer time to digest and comment on its meaning.  Regarding comment, I will on occasion do just that.  Sometimes I may just let the text stand on its own.  Sometimes I'll add a thought.  I welcome thoughts and comments at any time.

I don't know how often I'll update it.  I suppose the vague answer is as often as i can.

This document is the law of our land.  It sets down in ink what the federal government can and, more importantly, can not do.  I'm not sure many people in a position of leadership in this country understand that.  Maybe they'll join us on this journey too. riiiiiiiiiiight.

Anyway, welcome aboard if you care to join me.

and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity

The "Blessings of Liberty".  They knew exactly what they were saying, and what they meant by it, and how valuable it is.  It is more valuable and relevant today than at any other time in our history.

see you next time.