Yesterday was Remembrance Day. I didn't have a chace to get on here and make a post to share my reflections on about that day. I drove through town to get to work and I was saddened when I noticed that very few flags were posted anywhere. It seems like people have forgotten (or are trying to forget) the horror and gut-wrenching sorrow of that day. But we can't also forget the bravery of the rescue workers and the outpouring of love and support from Americans everywhere that pulled our country together. Some of my brothers are serving in various branches of military. Though they are not currently in active duty, someday they will be asked to "stand between their loved homes and the war's desolation" (as written in the "Star Spangled Banner"). I love America and all it stands for. I appreciate the sacrifice so many soldiers and their family make for our country and others as well. They are the reason America continues to be so great.
In support of the soldiers in Iraq, a local Jr. High school student organized an event at a local car dealership called "9/11 Commeration: Spice Up the Night" that night. Admission was a container of unopened spice or hard, wrapped suckers that the soldiers in Iraq can give out. Eric took the kids to that and they were able to see a military helicopter, tank, firetruck, etc as well as enjoy performers and a speech by my friend/boss-Farhana Hibbert. Caleb and Kaitlyn even climbed a 30-foot wall they set up in the parking lot! I was at work so Eric took some pictures. He knew I'd chew him out if he let an opportunity like this pass without taking a camera with him! (That's my motto now- Never leave home without the camera!)
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