Memorial Day
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Memorial Day
After 22 years, 3 months and 27 days of active duty military service I am now a civilian as of May 1. I have seen the world many times, including all of the places you see on the news. I have seen the good, the bad and the really bad. I have been to every continent except Antarctica. Memorial Day is not for me...
I thought that this was a good time to share with my closest friends here on the FTE, and take just a couple of moments to remember.
In my opinion, Memorial Day is not about me, or many others still serving. It is a time to remember and give thanks for those that have given all for those of us that call America home.
I have struggled with defending and protecting those people in our nation that would stomp, or burn our flag. It is difficult for me to say, that is your right and your opinion on how to treat the flag that friends of mine have died for. Although, that is their right, and it is my right to think differently.
I love this nation, and the people in it.
If you have a moment, or 3 minutes and 7 seconds this is a good listen.
Happy Memorial Day everyone, thanks for being who you are and having the pride and courage to be yourself.
I thought that this was a good time to share with my closest friends here on the FTE, and take just a couple of moments to remember.
In my opinion, Memorial Day is not about me, or many others still serving. It is a time to remember and give thanks for those that have given all for those of us that call America home.
I have struggled with defending and protecting those people in our nation that would stomp, or burn our flag. It is difficult for me to say, that is your right and your opinion on how to treat the flag that friends of mine have died for. Although, that is their right, and it is my right to think differently.
I love this nation, and the people in it.
If you have a moment, or 3 minutes and 7 seconds this is a good listen.
Happy Memorial Day everyone, thanks for being who you are and having the pride and courage to be yourself.
Cargo Master
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Not to be a dink, I too am 23 years into the storm and 15 years retired.
Memorial day is a day to reflect on the loved and lost. Nothing pisses me off more than someone saying "Happy Memorial day".
It's truly a day of reflection and should be at least a moment in a day of all citizens living within that understand they stand here without body armor because those who wore it can't.
Denny
Memorial day is a day to reflect on the loved and lost. Nothing pisses me off more than someone saying "Happy Memorial day".
It's truly a day of reflection and should be at least a moment in a day of all citizens living within that understand they stand here without body armor because those who wore it can't.
Denny
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Denny, you are not being a "dink" at all. Each person remembers those from their past and those who influenced them in different ways. I choose to remember my friends that are now gone in a good light and remember the good times.
When I pass on, I do not want my wife and family to sit around and be somber during this day. I want them to have a cold beer, laugh and enjoy life. After all, this is what so many have given their life for, the American dream and celebrating those who have made our dreams come true.
Denny, if we were speaking to each other and I could look into your eyes, I would tell you that I respect your method of remembering and hope things go well for you during this day of thanking those we have lost.
When I pass on, I do not want my wife and family to sit around and be somber during this day. I want them to have a cold beer, laugh and enjoy life. After all, this is what so many have given their life for, the American dream and celebrating those who have made our dreams come true.
Denny, if we were speaking to each other and I could look into your eyes, I would tell you that I respect your method of remembering and hope things go well for you during this day of thanking those we have lost.
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Many of our fellow countrymen have no idea that there is a distinction and difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day or why. I find this fact sad and attempt to educate as many as possible in a positive way since our educational system and familial foundation is failing our youth in so many ways.
Sous, your stance on flag burning and mine are much the same. I disagree with it and think that it is disrespectful on many levels. However, I served this country as well and when I did so, it was with the intention to do my part to maintain freedom of speech for everyone regardless of their political affiliation, religious beliefs, age or level of ignorance.
Although I miss them greatly, I am also relieved that all of the members of the Greatest Generation from my family that served have now passed on so that they don't have to witness certain actions by certain people.
Sous, your stance on flag burning and mine are much the same. I disagree with it and think that it is disrespectful on many levels. However, I served this country as well and when I did so, it was with the intention to do my part to maintain freedom of speech for everyone regardless of their political affiliation, religious beliefs, age or level of ignorance.
Although I miss them greatly, I am also relieved that all of the members of the Greatest Generation from my family that served have now passed on so that they don't have to witness certain actions by certain people.
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Thanks Sous for posting up the Johnny, nice idea.
Memorial Day can be a nebulous concept for many people, especially the young. The meaning becomes clear when you remember and honor specific people, your family and friends who gave all.
So here's to Uncle Ed and that craptastic Oly he liked so much!
Memorial Day can be a nebulous concept for many people, especially the young. The meaning becomes clear when you remember and honor specific people, your family and friends who gave all.
So here's to Uncle Ed and that craptastic Oly he liked so much!
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Gentlemen
Let me respectfully say this.
America stretches from almost the north pole to the south pole.
I wish, so much, that we would say the United States, rather than America.
The United States is the Dream, not the other parts of America.
For me, Memorial Day is to reflect on those from the United States, who perished while serving.
Let me respectfully say this.
America stretches from almost the north pole to the south pole.
I wish, so much, that we would say the United States, rather than America.
The United States is the Dream, not the other parts of America.
For me, Memorial Day is to reflect on those from the United States, who perished while serving.
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