Remembrance of our military- Judi Cole

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If you could post this in my blog today, with all the pictures, I will pay you $50. I haven't learned all of the ways you have shown me.





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----- Original Message ----- From: judith Cole Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 8:59 PM Subject: Remembrance of our military.













This seems such an appropriate day for this.













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Sent: Monday, November 09, 2009 8:03 AMSubject: Fw: Remembrance of our military.





Although this particular e-mail arrangement leans toward the fallen soldier, my prayers and gratitude today goes to not only those who gave their lives, but also to those who served and gave a portion of their lives to the freedoms and the greatness for all to enjoy in this country. My only regret is that more of this country doesn't understand any service in the military is a service and a sacrifice regardless of action seen, M.O., country visited, etc. Ft. Hood, Texas has certainly provided the evidence to attest to this.



We don't speak British English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, or Arabic in this country as an official language for one simple reason. We have a very powerful military that gets the job done. Thank you for your contribution to the goal of keeping America, American.



Jim







Something we should never forget - all those who fought for our freedom and gave their lives so that we can live without fear. Hope you are all wearing your poppies.











Don't Break This - Without Apology



Thinking of all the



Canadian



American and British Soldiers







I'm not breaking this one. If I get it a 1000 times, I'll forward it a 1000 times! Let us pray...







A Prayer chain for our military... Don't break it! Send this on after a short prayer for our soldiers - Please Don't break it!



GOD BLESS YOU FOR PASSING IT ON!



THE FINAL INSPECTION



The soldier stood and faced God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shining, Just as brightly as his brass.



'Step forward now, you soldier, How shall I deal with you ? Have you always turned the other cheek ? To My Church have you been true?'



The soldier squared his shoulders and said, 'No, Lord, I guess I ain't. Because those of us who carry guns, Can't always be a saint.



I've had to work most Sundays, And at times my talk was tough. And sometimes I've been violent, Because the world is awfully rough.



But, I never took a penny, That wasn't mine to keep... Though I worked a lot of overtime, When the bills got just too steep.



And I never passed a cry for help, Though at times I shook with fear. And sometimes, God, forgive me, I've wept unmanly tears.



I know I don't deserve a place, Among the people here. They never wanted me around, Except to calm their fears.



If you've a place for me here, Lord, It needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, But if you don't, I'll understand.



There was a silence all around the throne, Where the saints had often trod. As the soldier waited quietly, For the judgment of his God.



'Step forward now, you soldier, You've borne your burdens well. Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets, You've done your time in Hell.'



Author Unknown~



It's the Military, not the reporter who has given us the freedom of the press. It's the Military, not the poet, who has given us the freedom of speech. It's the Military, not the politicians that ensures our right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. It's the Military who salutes the flag, who serves beneath the flag, and whose coffin is draped by the flag.



If you care to offer the smallest token of recognition and appreciation for the military, please pass this on and pray for our men and women who have served and are currently serving our country and pray for those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.



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