Friday, May 28, 2010

You're a grand ol' flag....

You're a high flying flag, and forever in peace may you waaaaave! You're the emblem of the land I love! The home of the free and the braaaaaave!

Do you guys remember singing that?? Holy second grade batman. I need a baton, sequins, and my jazz hands....I'm about to bust out my patriotic moves for you!

Being raised in a military family, and having family members still actively serving, I have a very special place in my heart for all of those who serve our country on our behalf. So as we have our BBQ's and enjoy our Memorial Day on Monday, lets keep them in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers!







To all the parents who have lost children, to the spouses who have lost their other halves, to the children who have lost their Mommy or Daddy....we remember them...and we thank them...and this weekend, we honor them!


American Flag Pictures, Images and Photos
Have an amazing Memorial Day!!


We can't all be Washingtons, but we can all be patriots. ~Charles F. Browne


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Posted at 5/28/2010
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27 comments:

  1. Shanni ♥May 28, 2010 at 10:41 AM

    I am so greatful for those men and women who fight for me and my families freedoms and are willing to risk their lives so I don't have to. Oh how we take that for granted!! A stranger is willing to risk their life to protect mine. How humbling!

    A veteran is someone who at one point in their life write a blank check made payable to the 'United States of America' for the amount of 'up to and including my life'

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  2. Mrs. MamaMay 28, 2010 at 1:32 PM

    Have a great memorial day weekend!

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  3. adrienzgirlMay 28, 2010 at 4:54 PM

    This is beautiful Alicia. I have a patriotic heart for sure. I get so emotional singing patriotic songs, watching military marches, watching the flag being drawn, seeing flags flown at half mast, etc. I cry like a baby.

    Happy Weekend love!

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  4. AnonymousMay 28, 2010 at 6:59 PM

    I hope you have an awesome Memorial Day weekend :) Its a very special day to honor those who serve and protect us...

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  5. Deals, Steals and HeelsMay 28, 2010 at 7:18 PM

    amen sister!!! and now that song is totally stuck in my head.

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  6. Holy HannahMay 28, 2010 at 7:21 PM

    Beautiful post dear! We all owe these men and women everything we can give them. ~ Stephanie

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  7. AmoMay 28, 2010 at 8:14 PM

    Wow, I forgot about singing that song in elementary school! I wonder if they still sing it today...I hope so. Great post!

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  8. AnnieMay 28, 2010 at 8:18 PM

    yay, your post showed up in reader finally!!
    this is a great post lady!!! i'm so thankful for all the men/women that serve our country!!
    have a great weekend with the fam!! :)

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  9. CheeseboyMay 28, 2010 at 9:40 PM

    Sweet! Very patriotic. And I do remember that song. It is tattoo'd on my brain like the butterfly that is on my lower back.

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  10. {andthisiswhatshesaid}May 28, 2010 at 11:28 PM

    Great post, have an awesome weekend!

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  11. AnonymousMay 29, 2010 at 12:30 AM

    Great pics!!

    Hope you have a fabulous weekend!

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  12. KristinFilutMay 29, 2010 at 12:51 AM

    Every heart beats true for the red, white, and blue!!!

    I am a total patriot! (All the way down to the fave football team.)My friends make fun of me at sporting events because The Star Spangled Banner ALWAYS makes me cry.

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  13. frenchieMay 29, 2010 at 3:16 AM

    different country but same background as you, with a daddy still serving for the UN...so i hear you and always get the chills when bad news come up in the papers...
    Happy Memorial Day lady!
    love you.
    xo

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  14. ErinMay 29, 2010 at 6:38 AM

    wow those pictures are breathtaking!! Have a great weekend!

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  15. brookeMay 29, 2010 at 6:44 AM

    mmmm...yes! and thank you lady!! so very grateful for the service the man provides and for those who appreciate what he does!!!!

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  16. Trac~May 29, 2010 at 6:54 AM

    Have a wonderful weekend and thanks to your friends and family who are also serving to keep us safe! P.S. There is something waiting for you over at my blog today when you have a chance to check it out. I've missed getting to chat with you lately! Big hugs my friend! xoxoxo

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  17. JenMay 29, 2010 at 8:12 AM

    This was a great post. Thank you for helping me remember.

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  18. Queenie JeannieMay 29, 2010 at 8:50 AM

    Truly beautiful! Thank you for remembering our troops!

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  19. LWLHMay 29, 2010 at 12:58 PM

    Bless all their hearts! :)

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  20. UnknownMay 29, 2010 at 8:02 PM

    Have a wonderful weekend my friend!!
    I love this post (even though I am the resident Canadian around these parts!

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  21. bananas.May 29, 2010 at 8:48 PM

    QUESO!!! hope you and the cline clan are enjoying the holiday weekend. lots of love to you and yours. and yes shall we always remember those who have lived and lost their lives to war.

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    This was a great post
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  23. Felicity Grace TerryMay 30, 2010 at 7:56 AM

    Saw your blog mentioned on Trac's site so thought I'd stop by to say hello.

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  24. Katie's DailiesMay 31, 2010 at 6:13 AM

    Felt like I should get up and salute the nearest flag! Great post and great reminder. Happy Holiday!

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  25. SaraMay 31, 2010 at 11:16 AM

    Loved your choice of pictures.

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  26. BonBon Rose Girls KristinMay 31, 2010 at 11:17 AM

    Standing O for all our country's heroes...both those we've lost and those who are still serving!!

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  27. Melissa B.June 1, 2010 at 3:07 AM

    Hope your Memorial Day was the beast! I've left a pretty for you over at my place today to celebrate. Enjoy!!

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