FReeper Canteen~Music For The Troops~April 22, 2006

Sandy, I didn't brave those crowds.

I was keeping up with it on TV.

Part of the air show, I could see out my back door.

I've been watching the military jets come and go all week.

The national guard airfield is only about 5-6 miles from me.

1,461 posted on 04/23/2006 10:10:55 AM PDT by TASMANIANRED (The Internet is the samizdat of liberty..)

To: TASMANIANRED

Well then just swing by the Armory one weekend during a Drill Period and give 'em all a big hug; word will get out about it across the services.

1,462 posted on 04/23/2006 10:23:56 AM PDT by SandRat (Duty, Honor, Country. What else needs to be said?)

To: 2LT Radix jr; 68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub; 80 Square Miles; A Ruckus of Dogs; acad1228; AirForceMom; ..

Got this in today's email don't know how true it is but no matter what, it's just GRRRRRRRRRRREAT! Thought I'd share.

American Flag

I never knew much about this until today.

What the flag draped coffin means?

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 2nd fold 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 eyes, 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.

I asked the Lord to Bless this Nation as we pray for you to guide us and protect us as we go along our way. Your love is always with us Your promises are true, And when we give you all our cares we know You will see us through.

So when the road we're traveling on Seems difficult at best let us all remember to be praying and God will do the rest. Amen

1,463 posted on 04/23/2006 10:46:01 AM PDT by SandRat (Duty, Honor, Country. What else needs to be said?)

1,464 posted on 04/23/2006 10:46:51 AM PDT by E.G.C.

Thanks Fatima. Those are great thoughts of how it could be.
We haven't found a place yet to move into. Please remember me in your prayers. That God will provide an apt for us.

Thanks friend! :)

1,465 posted on 04/23/2006 11:07:40 AM PDT by MeekMom (Praise Jesus! He has given ALL to us!!!)

Hello everyone i new here can you help me

1,466 posted on 04/23/2006 4:10:47 PM PDT by RockoBrad (New here :))

Hi. What is it you want help with?

1,467 posted on 04/23/2006 4:16:23 PM PDT by Admin Moderator

We all would help, but we don't know the help you need.

Speak out. FRiends are here.

I wanted to send some beef jerkey today - nope - already done.

Please be frank and tell us what you'd like.

We love you guys and gals defending the USA!!

1,468 posted on 04/23/2006 7:08:39 PM PDT by JLO (www.operationmnnice.com)

To: Admin Moderator

Your home page is a hoot!

1,469 posted on 04/23/2006 7:18:55 PM PDT by reagan_fanatic (Someday we'll look back on all this and plow into a parked car)

1,470 posted on 04/23/2006 8:19:00 PM PDT by JLO (www.operationmnnice.com)

To: Kathy in Alaska

,,, Kathy, thanx for pinning up the NZ National Anthem. April 25 is the best day to give it a whirl... ANZAC DAY (like the US Memorial Day).

I hope all is well at your end of the world.

1,471 posted on 04/24/2006 4:28:51 AM PDT by shaggy eel

Nobody cares, apparently.

We all would help, but we don't know the help you need.

Speak out. FRiends are here.

I wanted to send some beef jerkey today - nope - already done.

Please be frank and tell us what you'd like.

We love you guys and gals defending the USA!!

1,472 posted on 04/28/2006 5:44:46 PM PDT by JLO (www.operationmnnice.com)

Two months later, and nary a post.

Please everyone reading - send something uplifting!

A joke, a funny or something to bring a smile. I ain't no photo whiz by any means. But I enlarged some pics, and printed to send to our friend now serving in Iraq - 55 years old today. B&W pics - but, he'll laugh at the memory!!

Lord, love our Troops!

1,473 posted on 06/24/2006 8:43:19 PM PDT by JLO (http://www.operationminnesotanice.com)

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