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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 10, 2020 9:12:39 GMT -5
"National Forget-Me-Not Day on November 10th reminds Americans of the sacrifices returning soldiers have made of body, blood, and limb. Created in 1921 to remind Americans of the National Forget-Me-Not Day originally raised funds for services for returning injured soldiers. At the time, there was no program in place to support them. The Forget-Me-Not is a flower symbolizing remembrance. The Alpine Forget-Me-Not is the official state flower of Alaska. The forget-me-not grows well throughout the open, rocky places, high in the mountains of Alaska."
My notes: People don't realize what others have sacrificed so we can get freedom. Now, people take it for granted.
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Post by ellyfant on Nov 10, 2020 16:37:02 GMT -5
Here in the UK we have Remembrance Day on 11th to coincide with the official end of the war on 11.11. @ 11.00 when we remember the fallen. The nation observes a two minute silence to show our respects
Lest we forget...........
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 12, 2020 9:22:50 GMT -5
ellyfant, Very beautiful! Wish we observed in silence too. Then maybe people wouldn't take their freedom for granted.
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Post by Lee on Nov 12, 2020 10:36:23 GMT -5
Our remembrance day parade seems less and less attended every year unfortunately. It seems the younger generations (mine included) are very blase about the whole thing
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 10, 2021 8:52:19 GMT -5
"On November 10th, The United States Marine Corps Birthday commemorates the establishment of the Continental Marines. The United States Marine Corps, a branch of the United States Armed Forces, is responsible for providing power protection from the sea. They use the mobility of the United States Navy to deliver combined-arms task forces rapidly. The Continental Congress first established the Continental Marines on November 10, 1775, leading up to the American Revolution. Two battalions of Marines fought for independence both on land and at sea.
The birth of the U.S. Marine Corps began as a way to augment naval forces in the Revolutionary War. The recruiting headquarters was in the Tun Tavern on Water Street in Philadelphia, which is considered to be the birthplace of the Marines. The Corps was abolished at the end of the Revolutionary War. However, on July 11, 1798, Congress ordered the creation of the Corps. Congress named it the United States Marine Corps (USMC) and directed that it be available for service under the Secretary of the Navy.
Marine Corps Presence The USMC shares many resources with the other branches of the United States military. However, the Corps has sought to maintain its own identity with regards to mission, funding, and assets while utilizing the support available from the larger military branches. Despite having fewer installations than other branches, the Marine Corps maintains a presence on many Army posts, Naval stations, and Air Force bases. In his birthday greeting more than 70 years ago, General Alexander Vandegrift, our 18th Commandant noted that βA birthday is a fitting time to peer backward β and forward.β That year, Marines reflected on an extraordinary year in combat during their amphibious drive across the Pacific. Despite the challenges and the horrific conditions, Marines prevailed at Guam, Saipan, and Peleliu. On 10 November 1944, Marines looked back with pride on their accomplishment β confident in their ability to meet future challenges.
In 2004, 20,000 Marines deployed to Al Anbar Province, Iraq β many Marines celebrated the birthday in places like Fallujah, Ramadi, and Al Qaim while decisively engaged in combat. That year, Marines also responded to the crisis in the Pacific following a tsunami claiming the lives of more than 200,000 people. On 10 November 2004, Marines looked back with pride on their accomplishments β confident in their ability to meet future challenges. Some things change. Marines adapt. Their organization, training, and equipment change to the operating environment. However, some things remain the same. Marines continue to attack challenges with the same courage, commitment, loyalty, self-sacrifice, and adaptability as their predecessors in Peleliu and Fallujah. On 10 November 2014, Marines looked back with pride on our accomplishments- confident in our ability to meet future challenges."
My notes: Another day to honor the men & women who fight for our Country, our Rights, our Freedom.
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Post by Bob on Nov 10, 2021 19:03:24 GMT -5
I love the Marines!
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Post by lainee on Nov 11, 2021 15:42:22 GMT -5
"The few, the proud, the Marines". There is talk of retiring this iconic slogan... I hope not! Happy 245th Birthday!! And, Thank You for your Service!
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 10, 2022 9:35:10 GMT -5
"Cupcake lovers celebrate each year on National Vanilla Cupcake Day. These small cakes get their day on November 10th. Indulge in one or several. Cupcakes can be traced back to 1796 when a recipe notation for a cake to be baked in small cups was written in American Cookery (by Amelia Simmons). The earliest known documentation of the term cupcake was in 1828 in Seventy-five Receipts for Pastry, Cakes, and Sweetmeats in Eliza Leslieβs Receipts cookbook."
My notes: I like cupcakes although I haven't had them in awhile. What is your favorite flavor?
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 10, 2023 10:10:02 GMT -5
"On November 10 we celebrate National Civic Pride Day and inspire everyone to promote the dynamic communities they live in. Civic pride belongs to the people who are at the heart of the city they live in. It brings communities together and encourages everyone to feel a sense of pride by creating and maintaining a healthy city or town. Today, we want to inspire everyone to get involved in their community and show support by improving the place you live and work. Why is civic pride important? The importance of civic pride means every community member feels a sense of pride for where they live. The people who live in a community are the same people who help their hometowns become better places to live. Businesses, schools, public service agencies, and community members all contribute to the efforts of making their community thrive. These contribution efforts are called civic pride."
My notes: One movement does not have a monopoly on definitions, words, colors. They are for ALL of us. This is the day of Civic Pride. Pride means being proud. Pride's definition: "a feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements, the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated, or from qualities or possessions that are widely admired."
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Post by lainee on Nov 10, 2023 16:41:04 GMT -5
What a great idea for a Day! Everyone should feel a sense of civic pride in their own community, getting involved, helping out. We live in a small community, not a big city. And, I'm proud of my little Township. We are thriving and growing, so, of course there's always room for improvement, but, it's worth it.
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Post by Bob on Nov 10, 2023 18:10:17 GMT -5
Be proud of what you do for others.
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Post by kyng on Nov 10, 2023 19:58:42 GMT -5
I have to admit, I thought this was a day for Honda owners to celebrate their cars . In any case, happy Civic Pride Day!
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 10, 2023 20:23:22 GMT -5
What a great idea for a Day! Everyone should feel a sense of civic pride in their own community, getting involved, helping out. We live in a small community, not a big city. And, I'm proud of my little Township. We are thriving and growing, so, of course there's always room for improvement, but, it's worth it. I believe if we all acted like human BEings, the world would be a better place. Be proud of what you do for others. Exactly! I have to admit, I thought this was a day for Honda owners to celebrate their cars . In any case, happy Civic Pride Day! Oh, that makes sense too lol
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Post by Steve on Nov 11, 2023 7:45:45 GMT -5
What a great idea for a Day! Everyone should feel a sense of civic pride in their own community, getting involved, helping out. Including serving jury duty. I so wish I could do so on one.
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Post by lainee on Nov 11, 2023 14:15:44 GMT -5
What a great idea for a Day! Everyone should feel a sense of civic pride in their own community, getting involved, helping out. Including serving jury duty. I so wish I could do so on one. Good point ! It's also a very Patriotic thing to do, too
And, on that note, I'd like to acknowledge YOU today, Steve , on Veteran's Day, and Thank You again for your service !
(As well as so many others who shall not, and WILL not be forgotten!) God Bless You! And, God Bless the USA!!
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 13, 2023 20:42:24 GMT -5
Including serving jury duty. I so wish I could do so on one. I think it shouldn't be mandatory however. Some of us don't do well dealing with crimes. For some it can be triggering. Good point ! It's also a very Patriotic thing to do, too And, on that note, I'd like to acknowledge YOU today, Steve , on Veteran's Day, and Thank You again for your service ! (As well as so many others who shall not, and WILL not be forgotten!) God Bless You! And, God Bless the USA!!
Patriotism should be a choice otherwise it's a dictatorship IMO But I do understand what you & Steve are saying Thank you Steve for your Service!!
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Post by Steve on Nov 14, 2023 12:25:04 GMT -5
ZandraJoi and lainee - it was my honor and privilege to have served my country. And y'all are welcome.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 16, 2023 21:02:42 GMT -5
Steve, Took your cute one:
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 19, 2023 11:44:00 GMT -5
Steve , Took your cute one: I have a these two also: Aww! Thank you! May I ask where you get them from?
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Post by Steve on Nov 20, 2023 6:54:39 GMT -5
Aww! Thank you! May I ask where you get them from? Of course you may ask but I can't give you an answer except to say I've gathered them over the last twenty years from various places and use the ones I like most. I have over 1200 of them.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 24, 2023 11:12:37 GMT -5
Aww! Thank you! May I ask where you get them from? Of course you may ask but I can't give you an answer except to say I've gathered them over the last twenty years from various places and use the ones I like most. I have over 1200 of them. Well, that answers that Thank you!
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Post by Steve on Nov 25, 2023 11:02:35 GMT -5
You are welcome.
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