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CAMPBUDS
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Fri Aug 15th, 2008 03:03 am |
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M.E.,
I can be a little slow. I think I get it now. LMAO
Lesa
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fla-gypsy
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| Joined: | Fri Dec 7th, 2007 |
| Location: | North Jax, Florida USA |
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Posted: Fri Aug 15th, 2008 03:26 am |
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camplaffalot wrote: LL Bean has some nice sextants in good quality fabric. We've had several over the years.......
Mary Ellen you know this is a family forum. lol
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harley88
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| Location: | Orange Park, Florida USA |
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Fri Aug 15th, 2008 03:31 am |
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| M.E.I NEED ONE OF THOSE TENTS!@
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harley88
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Posted: Fri Aug 15th, 2008 03:37 am |
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TELL ME USMC HU RA
All Americans should be given this lesson. Those who think that America is an arrogant nation should really reconsider that thought. Our founding fathers used GOD's word and teachings to establish our Great Nation and I think it's high time Americans get re-educated about this Nation's history. Pass it along and be proud of the country we live in and even more proud of those who serve to protect our 'GOD GIVEN' rights and freedoms.
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I hope you take the time to read this ... To understand what the flag draped coffin really means ... Here is how to understand the flag that laid upon it and is surrendered to so many widows and widowers.
Do you know that at military funerals, the 21-gun salute stands for the sum of the numbers in the year 1776?
Have you ever noticed the honor guard pays meticulous attention to correctly folding the United States of America Flag 13 times? You probably thought it was to symbolize the original 13 colonies, but we learn something new every day!
The 1st fold of the flag is a symbol of life.
The 2ndfold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life.
The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing the ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of the country to attain peace throughout the world.
The 4th fold represents the weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war for His divine guidance.
The 5th fold is a tribute to the country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, 'Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong.'
The 6th fold is for where people's hearts lie. It is with their heart that They pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States Of America , and the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.
The 7th fold is a tribute to its Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that they protect their country and their flag against all her enemies , whether they be found within or without the boundaries of their republic.
The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day.
The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers. For it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great has been molded.
The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of their country since they were first born.
The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.
The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in the Christians eye s, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.
The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost reminding them of their nations motto, 'In God We Trust.'
After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington, and the Sailors and Marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for them the rights, privileges and freedoms they enjoy today.
There are some traditions and ways of doing things that have deep meaning. In the future, you'll see flags folded and now you will know why.
Share this with the children you love and all others who love what is referred to, the symbol of ' Liberty and Freedom.'
MAYBE THE SUPREME COURT SHOULD READ THIS EXPLANATION BEFORE THEY RENDER THEIR DECISION ON THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
FORWARD IT; MAYBE SOMEONE WITH THE NECESSARY POWER, OR POLITICAL AND FINANCIAL INFLUENCE, WILL GET IT TO THEM.
IN THE MEANTIME, MAY GOD PROTECT US ALWAYS
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camplaffalot
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Fri Aug 15th, 2008 04:23 am |
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Thank you, Allen. I knew some of this, but not all of it.
Are you a Marine? (Once a Marine, always a Marine.) My son was/is a Marine.
My first husband was a Navy Lt. on a destroyer.
My second husband was a Brooklyn street tough and I loved him dearly, too.
My third husband (Don) is a retired Army SFC.
Don's son, my stepson, is an Army Captain on active duty, with one tour in Baghdad under his belt.
My son's brother-in-law retired from the US Coast Guard this June 21st.
And last, but not least, my cousin Paul is a retired Air Force officer.
SO, WE LOVE THE MILITARY AND RESPECT THE FLAG THEY FIGHT FOR!
And Allen, I am so ANGRY that they do not let America SEE the flag draped coffins when they arrive at Dover AFB. What are they thinking? That if the people don't see them, they will forget we are at war? We deserve the opportunity to honor our heroes when they come home to Dover.
Okay, I'm climbing down from my soapbox now....
m.e.
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"We may not have it all together, but together we have it all"
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fla-gypsy
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Posted: Fri Aug 15th, 2008 05:15 am |
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| It is sad but most Americans know next to nothing about this nations history, founding fathers or founding documents. It is a rich heritage that will make you very proud if you just take time to learn it. We live in an area just dripping with history, from the natives to the Spanish to the French Hugenots, to the war between the states to WW2, our part of the world has been involved
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flattire
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Fri Aug 15th, 2008 01:03 pm |
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