Happy Memorial Day

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As we all celebrate Memorial Day today with our families, having picnics, swimming, laughing, playing and whatever else you may be doing, please remember to take the time to think about what today is really about.




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Please remember those who have fought and died for our freedom and those who continue to serve. Thank you!




BTW, if you have a moment, I found a wonderful site

Happy Flag Day

On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress proposed that the United States have a national flag instead of the British Union Jack. The 13 stars of the flag represented the 13 new states. There were few public ceremonies honoring the Stars and Stripes until 1877, when on, June 14, it was flown from every government building in honor of the centennial of the adoption of a national flag. Schools

A New Look at Our National Anthem

I wanted to share this video with you all because it moved me to tears.  Although the man in the video says it is the second verse of our National Anthem, it is actually the final verse, but it is still a truly wonderful moment.  I really wish I knew all the words to "The Star Spangled Banner" and I think I am going to try to learn them by the end of this year.  Please enjoy.....






Until next

Memorial Day 2010 in Celebration, Florida

On Monday, May 31st our little community of Celebration had our Memorial Day festivities at Founders Park at the Veteran's Memorial. It was a wonderful celebration of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. There were veterans of all wars represented and families with members of all ages, decked out in their patriotic glory. All species were represented, also. After the

Maxine Weighs In.....

We need to show more sympathy for these people. * They travel miles in the heat.* They risk their lives crossing a border.* They don't get paid enough wages.* They do jobs that others won't do or are afraid to do.* They live in crowded conditions among a people who speak a different language.* They rarely see their families, and they face adversity all day ~ every day. I'm not talking about