So Many Things!

   There have been so many things happening the past week I have wanted to share and talk about, but time to sit and write just hasn't been available. I got to watch my 5 month old granddaughter and 5 year old grandson for 5 days and they kept me busy. During the time I had to have Aunt Lizzy keep them one night so we could go to the Concordia Fair. I will be honest. I had not been to the fair since my husband and I were dating way back in the early 80's! It has changed some, but I guess so have I. For one, I was old enough to go into the beer garden to eat some German Food! You may have seen me: I was the one with the white tennis shoes when I got there! lol Thank you, Lord God, for the moisture. We needed it and still do.
   While at the fair I spoke to the Veterans of Foreign Wars. I have so much respect for these men and women. We can never repay them for their service and sacrifice.  Some never came home, but those who did gave years of their lives away from family and friends to serve Our Country. I admit I am a little old school, but when an American Flag is being presented, it is our Duty to show our respect and honor it as we do the men and women who have fought for it. During the Parade several groups carried our flag proudly, presenting our colors, showing honor to who we are. What upsets me is that except for the opening of the parade and during the National Anthem, very, very few took off their hats, saluted our flag or paid proper honor to our History. So, here is the teacher in me saying, in case you didn't know, when a flag is being carried past in any parade or presentation, it is expected that we, as Americans, show the proper honor for it. Salute by placing your right hand over your heart, or if you have served or been active in any Scouting Groups, saluting by placing your right hand to your forehead in a proper salute. It is NEVER okay to leave on your hat, keep blabbing, or turn your back. Sorry, that is just the way it is...
   The price of our freedom is High. Today is September 11. Again the price was high for our first responders on that day. Men and women who run into danger when everyone else is running away toward safety. May we never forget to include those who take care of us in our own towns with our respect and gratitude.