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Remembrance Day and Veterans Day are celebrated every year around the world to remember and honor those who have fought--and are still fighting--wars of many kinds. As each year passes, more veterans of war, active soldiers and links to history leave us, but their sacrifices and impact must never be forgotten.
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie,
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
If you donate any amount to any veterans' fund of your choice, e-mail me the receipt or proof of purchase at [email protected] and I will send you one of these red poppy collectables. You have until the end of the 2011 calendar year to get your donation in and receive the item for your support.
Please take a moment out of your day to give these soldiers and their families a minute of silence and reflection for what they gave up so that we can enjoy our freedoms.
In a strange way, I always look forward to days of remembrance. Every year without fail, I work on Veterans Day, and last year I got to witness two strangers--two veterans of two different wars and two different generations--meet by chance and shake hands in a long moment of tearful understanding. Everyone in the store seemed to simultaneously stop what they were doing and become aware of these old soldiers, and saluted them in unison. It was one of the most touching and amazing things I've ever seen.
Come share a story about your experience with war or a veteran or active soldier in your life here.
I'll be contributing myself later on. <3
- Eri
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(#17) on Fri Nov 11, 2011 7:21am
- Kuristuin
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Posted on: Fri Nov 11, 2011 2:08pm
:3 may the ones that sacrificed their lives live on
- Nom86
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Posted on: Fri Nov 11, 2011 2:20pm
This is one of the greatest days of the year, where these brave and selfless individuals get the thanks and recognition they deserve. They deserve it every day. God bless those who have fought, those still fighting, and those that lost their lives for people they never even knew. <3!
- Nom86
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Posted on: Fri Nov 11, 2011 2:22pm
This is one of the greatest days of the year, where these brave and selfless individuals get the thanks and recognition they deserve. They deserve it every day. God bless those who have fought, those still fighting, and those that lost their lives for people they never even knew. <3!
- antinc000
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Posted on: Fri Nov 11, 2011 2:26pm
My grandpa was a vet in the Viatnam War<333 He served for a very long time. He still tells me his stories about what the war was like an what he did. RIP to this who sacrificed their lives to save us<3
Love you Grandpa<33
- Haxorus and Xavier
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Posted on: Fri Nov 11, 2011 2:28pm
I pledge of the legience to the flag of the united states of america and to the republic for wich it stands one nation under god indivisible with liberty and justice for all.
- Kitsune
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Posted on: Fri Nov 11, 2011 2:42pm
I don't think I have veterans or something like this in Brazil... any link to international institute that accepts online donation to share? :]
- dark_cat_kyoto
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Posted on: Fri Nov 11, 2011 2:52pm
The country will miss those that died for them and should rejoice that they are free.
- Moved to #5230
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Posted on: Fri Nov 11, 2011 6:36pm
Thank you, Eri. � And many thanks to all who have served and do serve. Your sacrifices will not be forgotten. �
Posted on: Fri Nov 11, 2011 12:48pm
I served 4 and a half years of a 6 year enlishment before being injured. I thank all that have served and will serve to keep my family and friends free. Happy vets day.