The past two days are a special part of the year for me. But it really was only 13 years ago that they came to have 'true' meaning to me.
November 10, 1775 was the birth of the United States Marine Corps. To Marines young and old it is a day to remember those that came before us and those that will come after us. It is a day deep in tradition for the Marine Corps. Wherever you are at...Marines make a toast to the Corps. Just blogging this gives me chills. Throughout boot camp we are schooled in the rich history of our Corps. To really realize those that paved the way for is amazing. Marines honor names like Iwo Jima, Belleau Wood, Fallajuh. Marines like Dan Smedley & Chesty Puller.
To attend a Marine Corps Birthday Ball is simply amazing. I attended one before I joined the Marines and thought it 'neat'. The first one I attended as a Marine was truly outstanding. I remember sitting thru the ceremony and realizing that I was 'one of them'. I was a Marine...these were my brothers and sisters. I consider it an honor and a privilege to have served. I will continue to do so until my last breath.
Ronald Reagan once said, "Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they've made a differnce. The Marines don't have that problem."
Today is the second special day. It is a day to remember ALL of those who have fought and served for our country. It is a time to reflect on the real meaning of 'some gave all, all gave some' philosophy. Orginally termed Armistance Day. It marked the end of fighting of WW 1 on the Western Front. The fighting was to cease 'at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11 month' in 1918. Over the years the name has changed to Rememberence Day to finally Veterans Day and it is celebrated in all Allied countries still today. Most mark it with a 2 minute silence at 11am. It is a day that all veterans of all branchs are reconized.
It shouldn't be that way....anytime you see a veteran you should thank them. The mere fact that they signed the dotted line and gave to their country is heroic. The saying is right... Some did give all, but all gave some.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
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3 comments:
I have to be honest when I say that I thought the Marines were around just as long as the Army was...thanks for enlightening me!
You totally amaze me, I hope you know...I have NEVER met a woman Marine before I met you!
You are wise beyond your years. Many young Marines don't get the things you've said to well after their service years...if then.
You should be very proud to call yourself 'One of the best' and I'm proud to be a part of our Marine Corps family along with you.
You are a very articulate person, and I look forward to reading more of your blogs.
Semper Fi!
Thank you so much for visiting Stacking Swivel. My belated best wishes to you, as well, on the 233rd anniversary of OUR corps. Semper Fidelis!
You may also be interested in my other blog ... a collection of rants (I suppose) about our society.
My best to you ...
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