Saturday 9: American Soldier (2003)
Unfamiliar with this week's song? Hear it Here. 
Memorial Day is a federal holiday that honors men and women who served and died in the United States Armed Forces. We want to make sure that message is not lost this weekend.
1) Are you a veteran? Are there veterans in your family? Do you know anyone who is active military? We are grateful and want to hear about it.
No, I am nott but many in my family are. I am not sure if any are active now.
2) In this song, Toby Keith reminds us soldiers "work straight through holidays," even this one, and we are grateful for that, too. Have you ever had to work on a federal holiday? If yes, did it make you sad to be on the job when everyone else was celebrating?
Yes, I have worked on holidays and of course it's never nice to be the only one not taking the day off.
3) The video for this song was filmed at Edwards Air Force Base. This site was chosen to make it easier for off-duty soldiers, reservists and their families to appear. Have you ever visited a military base?
Yes.
4) Toby Keith never served in the military but often performed for the USO. While the USO is best known for providing entertainment to our troops, they also have a "Canine Comfort Crew." Local USO centers make dogs available to troops who long to see a wagging tail. Are you a dog lover?
Most dogs are very nice.
5) Memorial Day kicks off the summer season. What's your favorite picnic food?
Hot dogs with Sauerkraut and Polish mustard and also I like potato salad very much.
6) Let's welcome summer with ice cream. What's your favorite flavor? Cone or cup?
I can't eat it anymore but I always liked vanilla best.
7) This marks the weekend when Americans step up their outdoor activity and do things they may not have been able to do during the winter months. For example, when is the last time you applied mosquito repellent?
Last summer.
8) Or swam?
It's been a long while. Last time was in the early 90's in the ocean. I wade with my feet now.
9) As you answer these questions, is there an air conditioner or fan on?
No way, it's only 62 °F out!
I wish it was 62 here, sigh. Wishing you a beautiful day my friend.
ReplyDeleteaww.. I hope you have a beautiful day also and I hope a cooler less humid summer.
DeleteMy dad served in the army right after WWII. Makes me so proud! Have a blessed Memorial Day, Annie.
ReplyDeleteWe are having a cold snap, too. It's very pleasant out, more like it used to be when I was child.
ReplyDeleteIsn’t Memorial Day supposed to be the start of summer? It’s cold here too
ReplyDeleteHello , to one and all !
ReplyDeleteIt was in the low 60s here , as well , with lots of rainy days . Despite having to be regularly bailed out , my little porch garden has sprouted and the tomato plant has tiny fruit...yippee !My favorite ice cream is dark chocolate chip , followed closely by homemade peach (when combined with Cream Soda makes a wonderful ice cream float !) . Have a safe , memorable holiday !