21 Gun Salute..
Do you know that at military funerals, the 21 gun salute actually stands for the sum of the numbers in the year 1776?
I hope you have noticed the honor guard pays meticulous attention to correctly folding the American flag 13 times? You probably thought it was to symbolize the original 13 colonies, but we learn something new every day! Be surprised at the following only because "they" quit teaching this around 1955 in public schools... some of you out theremight remember.
The 1st fold of our flag is a symbol of life.
The 2nd fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life.
The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing our ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of our country to attain peace throughout the world.
The 4th fold represents our weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war for His divine guidance.
The 5th fold is a tribute to our country, for in the words of Stephen Decaur, "Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong."
The 6th fold is for where our hearts lie. It is with our hearts that, "We pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States Of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all."
The 7th fold is a tribute to our Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that we protect our country and our flag against all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries of our republic.
The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day.
The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers. For it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great has been molded.
The 10th fold is a tribute to the fathers, for they, too, have given their sons and daughters for the defense of our country since they were first born.
The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews' eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.
The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in the Christians' eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.
The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost reminding us of our nation's motto, "In God We Trust."
After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a ****** hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington, and the sailors and marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for us the rights, privileges and freedoms we enjoy today.
There are some traditions and ways of doing things that have deep meaning. In the future, you'll see flags folded and now you will know why.
2006-06-21 15:49:55 · 7 answers · asked by ben s 3 in Other - Society & Culture
I look over questions and answers in Yahoo answers trying to figure out which is the most prominent religion. Your answer is much appeciated. I would like to learn about different religions firsthand. Thanks for answering.
2006-06-21 15:49:51 · 22 answers · asked by smokymtnstn 2 in Religion & Spirituality
2006-06-21 15:49:47 · 15 answers · asked by • Jen • 2 in Geography
My husband And I have a hotel reservation in Smoky Mountains for the 4th of July weekend for our second anniversary and I was wondering if anybody has any feedback about the place, I have never been there so I have no clue of what to expect, so if you have comments or suggestions please feel welcome to tell us. Thanks !
2006-06-21 15:49:44 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - United States
2006-06-21 15:49:41 · 4 answers · asked by Kristen C 1 in Women's Health
for me its nice dentures and pretty feet
2006-06-21 15:49:36 · 7 answers · asked by cbe4u 2 in Singles & Dating
2006-06-21 15:49:34 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Adolescent
how can I use both at the same time?
2006-06-21 15:49:28 · 4 answers · asked by dchris1913 2 in Internet
that doesnt have an account please and if there is nothing that you dont have to have an account on just tell me any site and tell me if i have to have an account or i dont.and then put the site.
2006-06-21 15:49:28 · 2 answers · asked by SurferChick 2 in Internet
i am a nice guy and my life stinks.
2006-06-21 15:49:21 · 8 answers · asked by Jezabel the annoyed cat 7 in Other - Society & Culture
a 5 yr old girl (like in "my wife and kids" has had to play scenes where she refers to sex as a "roller coaster". Does she know what she's talking about? Would her parents permit her to talk trash in a movie that is PG 13, when at home she can only watch Barney? I'm confused!
2006-06-21 15:49:13 · 5 answers · asked by ♥PurePoison♥ 3 in Theater & Acting
meet me in da club ur goin down
2006-06-21 15:49:12 · 9 answers · asked by jerome the muta bomb 1 in Baseball
My friend stays out in the country & has animals Deer, Goats, & horses. Her Deer got sick last night & she told me it was moaning in pain so she had her husband go outside and shoot it. She said it was 1:30 a.m. in the morning. She said she tried to wait till morning to take it to the vet but could not stand it moaning in the night. I was upset with her as I had a dog that became ill in the night 12:30 a.m. to be exact & I called the emergency vet number & they told me to bring the dog in so I did. I am wondering why she could not do that instead of shooting this poor animal. If there was nothing the vet could do they would have put the deer to sleep in a humane way. I told my friend this but she does not see things my way & said just shooting it saved money. Do you think this was wrong?
2006-06-21 15:49:11 · 15 answers · asked by devinshell 3 in Other - Pets
Plz dont say be with you family thats not worth reading
2006-06-21 15:49:08 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology
2006-06-21 15:49:04 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys
When I make bread, it tastes ok and all, but I was just wondering how you make it a little more moist. Thanks.
2006-06-21 15:48:58 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cooking & Recipes
Although I am a young and attractive I feel no need to have a serious relationship. Someone once told me a person is not complete without the love of another. However, I like living in the moment with no attachments. What do you think?
2006-06-21 15:48:53 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture
I do n its a nightmare i'm going crazy tryna figure out wat to do
2006-06-21 15:48:50 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Singles & Dating
do YOU like that smell? i think it should be a scent of a candle.
2006-06-21 15:48:50 · 18 answers · asked by yytiyt d 1 in Non-Alcoholic Drinks
My child's father has worked for several years (5) making a significant amount of money. I never increased his child support. Now he has quit his job to move overseas with his wife and go to school. Can he get his child support decreased?
2006-06-21 15:48:47 · 10 answers · asked by Miss phd 2 in Marriage & Divorce
same as topic
2006-06-21 15:48:44 · 12 answers · asked by • Jen • 2 in History
To Kill an American
You probably missed it in the rush of news last week, but there was actually a report that someone in Pakistan had published in a newspaper an offer of a reward to anyone who killed an American, any American.
So an Australian dentist wrote the following to let everyone know what an American is, so they! would know when they found one. (Good on ya, mate!!!!)
An American is English, or French, or Italian, Irish, German, Spanish, Polish, Russian or Greek. An American may also be Canadian, Mexican, African, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Australian, Iranian, Asian, or Arab, or Pakistani, or Afghan. An American may also be a Cherokee, Osage, Blackfoot, Navaho, Apache, Seminole or one of the many other tribes known as native Americans.
An American is Christian, or he could be Jewish, or Buddhist, or Muslim. In fact, there are more Muslims in America than in Afghanistan. The only difference is that in America they are free to worship as each of them chooses. An American is also free to believe in no religion. For that he will answer only to God, not to the government, or to armed thugs claiming to speak for the government and for God.
An American is from the most prosperous land in the history of the world. The root of that prosperity can be found in the Declaration of Independence, which recognizes the God given right of each person the pursuit of happiness.
An American is generous. Americans have helped out just about every other nation in the world in their time of need. When Afghanistan was overrun by the Soviet army 20 years ago, Americans came with arms and supplies to enable the people to win back their country.!
As of the morning of September 11, Americans had given more than any other nation to the poor in Afghanistan.
Americans welcome the best, the best products, the best books, the best music, the best food, the best athletes. But they also welcome the least. The national symbol of America, The Statue of Liberty, welcomes your tired and your poor, the wretched refuse of your teeming shores, the homeless, tempest tossed. These in fact are the people who built America. Some of them were working in the Twin Towers the wretched refuse of your teeming shores, the homeless, tempest tossed. These in fact are the people who built America. Some of them were working in the Twin Towers the morning of September 11, 2001 earning a better life for their families. I've been told that the World Trade Center victims were from at least 30 other countries, cultures, and first languages, including those that aided and abetted the terrorists.
So you can try to kill an American if you must. Hitler did. So did General Tojo, and Stalin, and Mao Tse-Tung, and every bloodthirsty tyrant in the history of the world. But, in doing so you would just be killing yourself. Because Americans are not a particular people from a particular place. They are the embodiment of the human spirit of freedom. Everyone who holds to that spirit, everywhere, is an American.
2006-06-21 15:48:28 · 16 answers · asked by ben s 3 in Other - Politics & Government
2006-06-21 15:48:16 · 11 answers · asked by MOVING 5 in Government
worms, i can see them in her poop. i told the vet yesturday, he gave me a little tube in wich i need to take a sample of her poopy in to annylis gonna be able to 'till next week.
right now am noticing that her poopy is softer, and stinkier, she's also farting A LOT. am feeding her canned food from trader joes. am only feeding her 2 times a day. do you think i should feed her only dry food till we get to the vet? she also doest seem to like dry food unless she's like starving. what should i do?
2006-06-21 15:48:11 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs
because people do not treat the planet very well!
2006-06-21 15:48:08 · 18 answers · asked by jaime m 1 in Weather
2006-06-21 15:47:59 · 7 answers · asked by ant200506 2 in Singles & Dating
ok me and my best friend Maria are planing to play a trick on my other best friend Jasmine. The trick is about me being pregnant. I'm going to pretend I'm pregnant u know with the fake stomach. So the whole thing starts during summer vacation so when we go to school I'm suppose to be 1 month pregnant. Maria is going to call Jasmine in 2 months to say that I haven't called but I have. so when we go to school I'm suppose to wear the fake stomach. Maria is going to say last time I called I sounded pale and that she thought I was pregnant and that I said that I had to go to the hospital cuz of a stomachache and Jasmine is going to say I'm pregnant cuz she always does when I have a stomachache but she doesn't know that it's a trick. Do you think that this prank is going to work? Do you think it's ok to do this prank? P.S. my parents won't know cuz I'm going to put the fake stomach @school.by the way I'm twelve the purpose of this is to teach kids that u shoudn't become preg. @ an early age.
2006-06-21 15:47:39 · 21 answers · asked by ¤†_3§a_Tri§T3_†¤ 2 in Pregnancy
as in fruits basket
2006-06-21 15:47:38 · 34 answers · asked by Anonymous in Comics & Animation
Hey, i'm Hailey and my best friend Farrah who is 14 like me told me that she was pregnant and she told me to tell her if she should tell the father and her parents then have the baby or get an abortion and keepit all a secret but i'm only 14 and I can't make a big decision like that, someones klife is in my hand and i'm only 14!
2006-06-21 15:47:35 · 28 answers · asked by Hails 1 in Pregnancy
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