SER: Remember when Memorial Day was a big deal In Racine, and they had the big parade to Graceland Cemetary's war memorial, and many noted speakers attended the memorial to the fallen soldiers? Now It doesn't mean SHIT. Just another reason for people to get drunk and eat Brats.
Thank you SER. Brought a tear to my eye. Just proves that all it takes is one person to do the right thing and others will join in.
I thought there still was a parade? Maybe it isn't as big as it was nor has as many noted speakers? More likely, it just isn't publicized like it should. (good old JT)
I've seen this one before and it always gets my eyes all misty, that is until I think back on how the returning Viet Nam vets were treated, many of whom were drafted to do their countries bidding and the many that didn't come back.
KK... Monday, May 30 - The Racine Area Veterans Council, Memorial Day Parade starts at 10 a.m. at West Boulevard and Washington Avenue and will end with a memorial ceremony at Graceland Cemetery's Veterans Memorial, shortly after 11 a.m.
I remember back when all the cars drove around during the day with their headlights on in respect for the veterans.
Thank's SER, I'm glad they still have a parade, to keep people aware. I feel the War Memorial at Graceland Is quite a symbol for Racine's veterans. I can't imagine too many cities of Racine's size can make that claim?
Tim49, one of those vets is my best friend from AA. He suffers to this day from his service to his country. When he tells me about his experiences in Viet Nam, especially the day "something broke inside" (he is one of only 3 survivors from over a hundred men who were under enemy attack for 36 straight hours), I get misty-eyed, too.
Yet, he is the only true Christian I ever met. He took in a man with cancer of the jaw because the state fouled-up his paperwork and no one would fund his treatment or hospitalization. He let the guy live in his living room for months, paying for all of his prescriptions and medical needs. Medicaid or Medicare or something finally kicked in and they finally put the guy in the hospital, but by then he was too far gone. He died shortly after that.
I am extremely proud of my friend. He marches in the 4th of July and many other parades. God bless him and all veterans.
SER: Remember when Memorial Day was a big deal In Racine, and they had the big parade to Graceland Cemetary's war memorial, and many noted speakers attended the memorial to the fallen soldiers? Now It doesn't mean SHIT. Just another reason for people to get drunk and eat Brats.
ReplyDeleteI remember that ad. It's great and timeless. Budweiser has done some classy ads. Remember these?
ReplyDeletehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoxxix0QQdU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q69e2u26gaI
I agree with Toad's comments about Memorial Day. It's sad.
Thank you SER. Brought a tear to my eye. Just proves that all it takes is one person to do the right thing and others will join in.
ReplyDeleteI thought there still was a parade? Maybe it isn't as big as it was nor has as many noted speakers? More likely, it just isn't publicized like it should. (good old JT)
I'm gonna finally comment on this...
ReplyDeleteI've seen this one before and it always gets my eyes all misty, that is until I think back on how the returning Viet Nam vets were treated, many of whom were drafted to do their countries bidding and the many that didn't come back.
very moving tribute, thank you :)
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ReplyDeleteMonday, May 30 - The Racine Area Veterans Council, Memorial Day Parade starts at 10 a.m. at West Boulevard and Washington Avenue and will end with a memorial ceremony at Graceland Cemetery's Veterans Memorial, shortly after 11 a.m.
I remember back when all the cars drove around during the day with their headlights on in respect for the veterans.
Thank's SER, I'm glad they still have a parade, to keep people aware. I feel the War Memorial at Graceland Is quite a symbol for Racine's veterans. I can't imagine too many cities of Racine's size can make that claim?
ReplyDeleteTim49, one of those vets is my best friend from AA. He suffers to this day from his service to his country. When he tells me about his experiences in Viet Nam, especially the day "something broke inside" (he is one of only 3 survivors from over a hundred men who were under enemy attack for 36 straight hours), I get misty-eyed, too.
ReplyDeleteYet, he is the only true Christian I ever met. He took in a man with cancer of the jaw because the state fouled-up his paperwork and no one would fund his treatment or hospitalization. He let the guy live in his living room for months, paying for all of his prescriptions and medical needs. Medicaid or Medicare or something finally kicked in and they finally put the guy in the hospital, but by then he was too far gone. He died shortly after that.
I am extremely proud of my friend. He marches in the 4th of July and many other parades. God bless him and all veterans.