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| Topic: The Land of the Free ~ because of the Brave | |
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I have always been a non conformist  & today is no different
 It is tragic to see how self centered people have gotten
 Patriotism is not very trendy these days
 & it is not popular to send prayers for our Troops
but that doesn't stop me from passing this message on
 I received this letter from a good friend of mine
 {{{{ <<<<< Wiccan Cowboy >>>>> }}}}}
who recently returned home from completing his tour in Iraq
and i wanted to pass it on ...to bring awareness to the masses
and hope and pray that American Spirit returns in full force again
 like it was in the days of WWII when the people backed our Soldiers
This is a poem being sent from a Marine to his Dad. For those who take the time to read it, you'll see a letter from him to his dad at the bottom. It makes you truly thankful for not only the Marines, but ALL of our troops. THE MARINE We all came together, Both young and old To fight for our freedom, To stand and be bold. In the midst of all evil, We stand our ground, And we protect our country From all terror around. Peace and not war, Is what some people say. But I'll give my life, So you can live the American way. I give you the right To talk of your peace. To stand in your groups, and protest in our streets. But still I fight on, I don't *****, I don't whine. I'm just one of the people Who is doing your time. I'm harder than nails, Stronger than any machine. I'm the immortal soldier, I'm a U.S. MARINE! So stand in my shoes, And leave from your home. Fight for the people who hate you, With the protests they've shown. Fight for the stranger, Fight for the young. So they all may have, The greatest freedom you've won. Fight for the sick, Fight for the poor. Fight for the cripple, Who lives next door. But when your time comes, Do what I've done. For if you stand up for freedom, You'll stand when the fight's done By: Corporal Aaron M. Gilbert , US Marine Corps USS SAIPAN, PERSIAN GULF March 23, 2003 Hey Dad, Do me a favor and label this 'The Marine' and send it to everybody on your email list. Even leave this letter in it. I want this rolling all over the US . I want every home reading it. Every eye seeing it. And every heart to feel it. So can you please send this for me? I would but my email time isn't that long and I don't have much time anyway. You know what Dad? I wondered what it would be like to truly understand what JFK said in his inaugural speech. 'When the time comes to lay down my life for my country, I do not cower from this responsibility. I welcome it.' Well, now I know. And I do. Dad, I welcome the opportunity to do what I do. Even though I have left behind a beautiful wife, and I will miss the birth of our first born child, I would do it 70 times over to fight for the place that God has made for my home. I love you all and I miss you very much. I wish I could be there when Sandi has our baby, but tell her that I love her, and Lord willing, I will be coming home soon. Give Mom a great big hug from me and give one to yourself too. Aaron Please let this marine (and all our military) know we care by passing his poem onto your friends even if you don't usually take time to forward mail....do it this time! Thanks, Let's help Aaron's dad spread the word ..... FREEDOM isn't FREE 
Someone pays for you and me.
God bless you!
and God Bless our Mighty Troops
who stand between us and the enemy 
another great post 
i can understand your point i have two family members in the army. i see their sacrafice for our freedom. my uncle got blew up once in iraq. freedom isnt free.  god bless all the troops and thier families
amen!
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Edited by
Rapunzel
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Tue 03/31/09 08:17 AM
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I have always been a non conformist & today is no different
It is tragic to see how self centered people have gotten
Patriotism is not very trendy these days
& it is not popular to send prayers for our Troops
but that doesn't stop me from passing this message on
I received this letter from a good friend of mine
{{{{ <<<<< Wiccan Cowboy >>>>> }}}}}
who recently returned home from completing his tour in Iraq
and i wanted to pass it on ...to bring awareness to the masses
and hope and pray that American Spirit returns in full force again
like it was in the days of WWII when the people backed our Soldiers
This is a poem being sent from a Marine to his Dad. For those who take the time to read it, you'll see a letter from him to his dad at the bottom. It makes you truly thankful for not only the Marines, but ALL of our troops. THE MARINE We all came together, Both young and old To fight for our freedom, To stand and be bold. In the midst of all evil, We stand our ground, And we protect our country From all terror around. Peace and not war, Is what some people say. But I'll give my life, So you can live the American way. I give you the right To talk of your peace. To stand in your groups, and protest in our streets. But still I fight on, I don't *****, I don't whine. I'm just one of the people Who is doing your time. I'm harder than nails, Stronger than any machine. I'm the immortal soldier, I'm a U.S. MARINE! So stand in my shoes, And leave from your home. Fight for the people who hate you, With the protests they've shown. Fight for the stranger, Fight for the young. So they all may have, The greatest freedom you've won. Fight for the sick, Fight for the poor. Fight for the cripple, Who lives next door. But when your time comes, Do what I've done. For if you stand up for freedom, You'll stand when the fight's done By: Corporal Aaron M. Gilbert , US Marine Corps USS SAIPAN, PERSIAN GULF March 23, 2003 Hey Dad, Do me a favor and label this 'The Marine' and send it to everybody on your email list. Even leave this letter in it. I want this rolling all over the US . I want every home reading it. Every eye seeing it. And every heart to feel it. So can you please send this for me? I would but my email time isn't that long and I don't have much time anyway. You know what Dad? I wondered what it would be like to truly understand what JFK said in his inaugural speech. 'When the time comes to lay down my life for my country, I do not cower from this responsibility. I welcome it.' Well, now I know. And I do. Dad, I welcome the opportunity to do what I do. Even though I have left behind a beautiful wife, and I will miss the birth of our first born child, I would do it 70 times over to fight for the place that God has made for my home. I love you all and I miss you very much. I wish I could be there when Sandi has our baby, but tell her that I love her, and Lord willing, I will be coming home soon. Give Mom a great big hug from me and give one to yourself too. Aaron Please let this marine (and all our military) know we care by passing his poem onto your friends even if you don't usually take time to forward mail....do it this time! Thanks, Let's help Aaron's dad spread the word ..... FREEDOM isn't FREE
Someone pays for you and me.
God bless you!
and God Bless our Mighty Troops
who stand between us and the enemy
another great post
Thank you Speedbug... 
I see people getting involved in so many trivial things 
that suck up their time and energy  myself included...
and i don't want Our Country to lose sight
of what is really the most important
of all in life ...
Our Troops
The awesome Defenders of our Freedom
day and night rain or shine
desert, monsoons ~ drought or deluge
they are there every moment of every day
i can understand your point i have two family members in the army. i see their sacrafice for our freedom. my uncle got blew up once in iraq. freedom isnt free. no it isn't
I am soo sorry Dear Brother
god bless all the troops and their families
amen!
Amen !!!  
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Classy post...my brother was a jarhead and Im a Zoomie. Good and bad I love America...travel the world and will see that there is no place the USA. We are a special nation and its worth fighting for.
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Thank you, we appreciate all that you do - stay safe.
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Classy post...my brother was a jarhead and Im a Zoomie. Good and bad I love America...travel the world and will see that there is no place the USA. We are a special nation and its worth fighting for. Amen ...thank you soo much .We love you
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Thank you, we appreciate all that you do - stay safe. Dear Myra...You are a very sweet and positive presence here
I want to tell you how much i appreciate you & the love you share
I have to go take care of Family Responsibilities out of State soon...
click on... 
http://mingle2.com/topic/show/215481
and i would be honored and really appreciate it
if you have the chance & desire to help keep this thread going while i am gone ...
I love you Sister & thank you for your Friendship
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Edited by
Rapunzel
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Thu 04/02/09 02:16 PM
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I stand with ya all the way vannessa............... |
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Edited by
Rapunzel
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Thu 04/02/09 02:29 PM
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I stand with ya all the way vannessa............... i know you do Boone,  Mr.Vietnam Veteran
thank you soo much Brother
I appreciate you being here so much
I can't stay away from the Soldier Threads for long
Not while i have access to a computer
i just have to let them know somehow that I care
& that we care and that we support them
even though we don't like or support the war
we still love them & we are here
in love respect & prayer for them
Love and thanks for our Awesome Troops
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thanks for the video ~ Zapchaser !!!
I will praise You in this Storm
by Casting Crowns http://www.facebook.com/ext/share.php?sid=89461407232&h=qXOjt&u=iYRVo&ref=nf these are all really good videos
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGPS8sa-bRQ&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHlQ6sBEO9A&feature=related I was sure by now God you would have reached down And wiped our tears away Stepped in and saved the day But once again, I say “Amen”, and it’s still raining As the thunder rolls I barely hear Your whisper through the rain “I’m with you” And as You mercy falls I raise my hands and praise the God who gives And takes away I’ll praise You in this storm And I will life my hands For You are who You are No matter where I am Every tear I’ve cried You hold in Your hand You never left my side And though my heart is torn I will praise You in this storm I remember when I stumbled in the wind You heard my cry You raised me up again My strength is almost gone How can I carry on If I can’t find You As the thunder rolls I barely hear You whisper through the rain “I’m with you” And as Your mercy falls I raise my hands and praise the God who gives
And takes away
I lift my eyes unto the hills Where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord The Maker of Heaven and Earth
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEacEP4spG4&feature=related |
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(casting crowns)A Tribute To Our Soldiers(very sad video)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbRGksthTHQ&feature=related
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Sending love, prayers, & moral support & strength to all of our Troops
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Love and Light for the troops
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Love and Light for the troops
Amen Lee...
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i met four soldiers at the airport yesterday
two of whom were soo sweet & personable & friendly
soo strong & masculine soo handsome  & soo cool & sooo young
One handsome blonde haired and blue eyed young Soldier
named Grant was only 23 years old & coming home now
after five years in the Military
& his friend Nigel who was also very very young
and very tall strong and blonde haired and blue eyed too His girlfriend was there & it was a very emotional time
He was just going into boot camp
I met his Parents & they encouraged me to talk to their Son
who was on his cell phone a ways away so i went over to talk to him & to thank him too
and they both gave me big hugs and spoke with me and they thanked me for the prayer threads online
& for my love and appreciation
it is soo amazing how a little love & thankfulness
goes such a long way with our beloved and brave soldiers
I Thank God everyday
and every time i think of it
for all of them
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I borrowed the first two photos here from Lurch's Sister 's thread...
Hope you don't mind Vicki !!! They were just too precious  & awesome to not bring over here too
I just love this one too It is so powerful
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