tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post17883951704812771..comments2024-03-23T04:43:21.740-05:00Comments on Eros Den: Remembering Memorial Dayeroswingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06678990077292314028noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-23894459591760709092010-06-06T06:18:04.870-05:002010-06-06T06:18:04.870-05:00Roses, Thank you. You're absolutely right abo...<b>Roses</b>, Thank you. You're absolutely right about the importance of honoring and remembering our loved ones. The past does connect us to the present and the future. To know who we are and where we're going, we need to remember where we're from and how we got here. That's a wonderful thing you do on Halloween.<br /><br />It's truly amazing how blogging (the internet) has been able to connect so many different people around the world, who share so many similar ideas and beliefs, bringing the world closer, and helping one meet new and interesting people and find new friends along the way.eroswingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06678990077292314028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-70436425522694754162010-06-06T04:08:55.069-05:002010-06-06T04:08:55.069-05:00Sorry, that should have been 'honoured', n...Sorry, that should have been 'honoured', not homoured. D'Oh, the perils of commenting before 2nd cup of coffee.Roseshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07469442580348062913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-59905706208886439842010-06-06T04:07:39.190-05:002010-06-06T04:07:39.190-05:00What a beautiful post. I'm sorry I've not ...What a beautiful post. I'm sorry I've not been back before now.<br /><br />You hit the nail squarely on the head. Honouring the past, and those who have sacrificed much; it gives hope and continuity for the present and the future.<br /><br />It's funny isn't it, how blogging allows us to connect across oceans, continents, countries to people we wouldn't normally meet. These connections also allow us to touch the past.<br /><br />Every year at Halloween, I remember with my readers, those who have passed on. I would be homoured if this year, you would name your family who have served and have passed on.Roseshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07469442580348062913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-78760693118294469092010-06-03T19:56:21.452-05:002010-06-03T19:56:21.452-05:00Tara, That's a pretty awesome thing to do. It...<b>Tara</b>, That's a pretty awesome thing to do. It just goes to show how much difference one person can make to help the world and the next generation be better and more wonderful.eroswingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06678990077292314028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-87249215926440772432010-06-02T11:18:37.538-05:002010-06-02T11:18:37.538-05:00There's a guy who was featured on a news progr...There's a guy who was featured on a news program on Sunday who goes to the cemetary and calls out the name of each veteran before he puts a flag by their headstone. His dad taught him to do that, and now his children and grandchildren help him. He says he calls out the name of each person, because some of them have gone for so long without their names being called. Definitely an emotional story.Tarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16103812856035857566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-40769378886505682072010-06-01T08:24:52.838-05:002010-06-01T08:24:52.838-05:00MJ, Thank you. I think part of the reason why Mem...<b>MJ</b>, Thank you. I think part of the reason why Memorial Day and Veterans Day have lost their reverence is because as a society, Americans are NOT teaching the younger generations the true meaning of these holidays. For many, they grew up thinking that these holidays were just days that a lot of stuff went on sale. It's really sad to see this happen.<br /><br />But I do believe that so long as there are people who keep the spirit of the day and teach others about its meaning, the reverence and respect will return.<br /><br /><b>Snooze</b>, Thanks. I think certain things, if you really believe in them, you learn to do on your own. Otherwise, you'll never get peace of mind and you'll always have that unsettling feeling that you forgot to do something important. I find it somehow important and necessary that I remember to respect both Memorial Day and Veterans Day. It reminds me of how precious life and freedom is, and how much it costs to keep both going.eroswingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06678990077292314028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-7227311686155341522010-06-01T07:25:40.153-05:002010-06-01T07:25:40.153-05:00It just shows though that one person can make a di...It just shows though that one person can make a difference and lead by example. I was humbled by your post. I got to Remembrance Day ceremonies here, but I don't no if I'd do anything on my own. Great that you did.Snoozehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05358347075690351485noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-68186611555411437622010-05-31T23:13:32.488-05:002010-05-31T23:13:32.488-05:00A moving tribute, indeed and an important reminder...A moving tribute, indeed and an important reminder about why the day matters.<br /><br />Here in Canada the turnout is high for our Remembrance Day ceremonies and the parade and I hope that continues.<br /><br />Lest we forget.The Mistresshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07109289531733623207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-86915391981310855962010-05-31T14:07:36.831-05:002010-05-31T14:07:36.831-05:00Scarlet B, I like having days off. I just wish mo...<b>Scarlet B</b>, I like having days off. I just wish more Americans would remember what the true meaning of Memorial Day is. I think the fault partly lies with society not teaching the young ones about what the day means. Most Americans do support the troops. <br /><br /><b>Princess</b>, How wonderful to hear the growth of Australian pride in their military and history! It makes history and the sacrifices of loved ones more meaningful when family members take part in the celebrations.<br /><br />I think that most Americans are patriotic and would march in parades to support their military members service if they were given the chance. While not every American supports the wars, all of them do support the troops. <br /><br /><b>Savannah</b>, Thanks. I think that so long as there are people that remember the spirit of Memorial Day and share that knowledge with the public, more people will come to remember the true meaning of Memorial Day and honor our service men and women.<br /><br /><b>IDV</b>, Thanks. It's one of the unusual things about living in America--the meshing together of various immigrants who fled here for a new life and escape persecution and the natives who had no real say in what happens to their lands when the Europeans and their descendants took over the region. <br /><br />I'd like to think that the mixing of many different people have created a stronger American nation, though, there has always been a history of conflict and discrimination when one group decides to separate themselves and try to rule over the other. But for every act of shameful discrimination, there have always been people willing to stand up and fight for justice, to live up to the ideals of liberty and make the American identity stronger and embrace the values of freedom and equality for all.<br /><br />America is so big and vast that there are huge regions that carry a unique history and culture that were practiced long before the existence of the United States. That's a good thing. While we all have different origins and customs, overall, the previous wars and conflicts around the globe has solidified our identity: We are Americans, we are made of so many different people. Out of many, we are one. Kind of like the Borg! Resistance is futile!eroswingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06678990077292314028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-51207365140634830872010-05-31T10:08:01.223-05:002010-05-31T10:08:01.223-05:00This is lovely, Eros. Not only that, but I've...This is lovely, Eros. Not only that, but I've learned something new: I didn't realise that "These people didn't move or immigrate here. It was the border that moved--they've always been here."<br /><br />Thank youInexplicable DeVicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04187364843729214996noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-68697737880026302682010-05-31T08:39:26.120-05:002010-05-31T08:39:26.120-05:00Thank you for a moving tribute and remembrance of ...Thank you for a moving tribute and remembrance of what today is <i>really</i> about. xoxoxsavannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04310843901371718758noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-32778548099738592872010-05-31T08:26:58.638-05:002010-05-31T08:26:58.638-05:00Thankyou for a very informative and sincere post a...Thankyou for a very informative and sincere post about memorial day Mr Eros... I did'nt realise the significance of the day...(but then I'm not an American)but it sounds very similar to our Anzac Day and Rememberence days here in Aus. Fortunately Anzac day seems to be gaining more support and significance in our national celebrations. The parades are crowds are growing in size every year, family members and grandchildren are allowed to march representing there family members carrying service medals etc.<br />It is a profound way ro remeber the fallen and what they achieved in service to their country..<br /><br />thankyou for an informative and poingient post...Princesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11021504621181130629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-1829965526284816232010-05-31T02:02:17.915-05:002010-05-31T02:02:17.915-05:00Thank you, Mr Swings.
I tried to find out why toda...Thank you, Mr Swings.<br />I tried to find out why today is a Bank Holiday in the UK... it's Whit Monday and it's religious... and the Banks are shut.<br />I think you have better reasons to be given the day off.<br />SxMs Scarlethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00449626572478125088noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-38561178927593494992010-05-31T00:10:32.349-05:002010-05-31T00:10:32.349-05:00XL, I share your feelings about the loss of revere...<b>XL</b>, I share your feelings about the loss of reverence and respect people have for these two very important holidays. When I was growing up, Veterans Day began with a parade to honor all veterans. Nowadays, no one does a parade anymore, much less close schools and businesses so people can observe the holiday respectfully.<br /><br />I try to educate friends about the significance of Memorial Day. Most are very supportive of the troops--they just never learned how to appreciate and honor the fallen service men and women on Memorial Day--they grew up thinking it was a day for BBQs and sales. <br /><br />With two wars and various conflicts going on, I would hope that Americans take the time to appreciate and thank military men and women for the hard sacrifices they are making to keep the country a safer place, to keep freedom alive not just in America, but the world over.<br /><br />So long as I'm able, I'll still keep honoring Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Together with Independence Day, these are the holidays that define the American ideals and identity. These days are the reminders that true freedom is paid for by the blood and lives of the people who gave it their all for their loved ones, for their country, and for their beliefs in liberty, freedom, and justice for all.eroswingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06678990077292314028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7906051794067626825.post-77595771925479436052010-05-30T22:40:16.051-05:002010-05-30T22:40:16.051-05:00Thank you for this heart-felt tribute.
It seems a...Thank you for this heart-felt tribute.<br /><br />It seems all too often that most people don't really think about the meaning or significance of Memorial Day or Veterans Day.<br /><br />Most have Memorial Day off from work and it's mostly thought of as the first day of Summer, car races, and insipid sales.<br /><br />Most don't have Veterans Day off and it's mostly thought of as a day when government offices and banks are closed.<br /><br />There may be small military memorial services for both, but are largely ignored.<br /><br />More than anything, it makes me sad that most ignore these two important days and the sacrifices behind both.LẌhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06337382169476392640noreply@blogger.com