All categories - 31 July 2006

There is a lot to be said for growing up in a small town in Texas. The service itself was impressive with wonderful flowers and sprays, a portrait of James, his uniform and boots, his awards and ribbons. There was lots of military brass and an eloquent (though inappropriately longwinded) Baptist preacher. There were easily 1000 people at the service, filling the church sanctuary as well as the fellowship hall and spilling out into the parking lot.

However, the most incredible thing was what happened following the service on the way to the cemetery. We went to our cars and drove to the cemetery escorted by at least 10 police cars with lights flashing and some other emergency vehicles, with Texas Rangers handling traffic. Everyone on the road who was not in the procession, pulled over, got out of their cars, and stood silently and respectfully, some put their hands over their hearts.
When we turned off the highway suddenly there were teenage boys along both sides of the street about every 20 feet or so, all holding large American flags on long flag poles, and again with their hands on their hearts. We thought at first it was the Boy Scouts or 4H club or something, but it continued .... for two and a half miles. Hundreds of young people, standing silently on the side of the road with flags. At one point we passed an elementary school, and all the children were outside, shoulder to shoulder holding flags . kindergartners, handicapped, teachers, staff, everyone. Some held signs of love and support. Then came teenage girls and younger boys, all holding flags. Then adults. Then families. All standing silently on the side of the road. No one spoke, not even the very young children.
The military presence..at least two generals, a fist full of colonels, and representatives from every branch of the service, plus the color guard which attended James, and some who served with him ... was very impressive and respectful, but the love and pride from this community who had lost one of their own was the most amazing thing I've ever been privileged to witness

2006-07-31 05:06:38 · 7 answers · asked by Heroic Liberal 1 in Politics

2006-07-31 05:06:21 · 24 answers · asked by Piffle 4 in Politics

2006-07-31 05:06:21 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Car Audio

I'd really like a job reviewer. Im quite an open & honest person & it seems like my ideal job as I love movies. Anyone know how I can get into this business? I live in the UK.

2006-07-31 05:06:19 · 4 answers · asked by Dannie 5 in Careers & Employment

I always wonder If somebody has had enough time for that

2006-07-31 05:06:17 · 10 answers · asked by Bham 3 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

2006-07-31 05:06:15 · 22 answers · asked by brite star 3 in Singles & Dating

Please refrain from insults- I know that there is the English Monarchy, etc. But apparently, the Queen doesn't wield any power- is this true?

Or, have the monarchies become an outdated idea?

2006-07-31 05:06:10 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government

Where is Noah's ark? Where is the Ark of the covenant? Where are the 10 commandments? Where is the Holy Grail? Where is the Cross Jesus was crucified on? Where is the spear of destiny?

I would think items of this much religious signifigance would show up somewhere in the world...

2006-07-31 05:06:06 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2006-07-31 05:06:02 · 25 answers · asked by princess a 2 in Diet & Fitness

Since it's so hot, do you hang your laundry outside, inside, or do you still use the drier?

2006-07-31 05:05:59 · 26 answers · asked by ♥ ☆ StarLiteGrl~98☼1 ☆ ♥ 7 in Polls & Surveys

I have always been in sales, customer service, marketing, admin, sucessfully owning my own business for 35 years. I'd like temp, contract, flex, part time. I know all aspects of business. Travel ok. I am also a Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War. Where can I look for something worthwhile to do but low stress.

2006-07-31 05:05:57 · 11 answers · asked by mralan45 2 in Careers & Employment

is it the hops, all the extra water, the low alcohol content or something else.

2006-07-31 05:05:55 · 15 answers · asked by eap 2 in Other - Food & Drink

i want to know if there are any methods or experiments or apparatus(s) with which electricity can be produced with the help of:

(I) Wind
(II) Water

if there are any please tell me coz im in urgent need for such experiment. Its an emergency & 1 more thing try 2 be more precise & apt about ur answer coz some ppl really confuse me when it comes 2 science.

2006-07-31 05:05:54 · 2 answers · asked by Alishan A 1 in Physics

If so is it any good?

2006-07-31 05:05:51 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Movies

There are a few basic rules that I have for the women I date because I prefer perfection. First, you must be completely shaved or waxed--no hair except on your head. Second, no fake fingernails--they must be real and short--no ghetto nonsense. Third, your feet must be pedicured--it is very important to have sexy feet if you're going to be the complete package. Fourth, the most pleasing women to the eye are 5'6, 115-120. For every inch that you are taller, you can add 5 lbs. For every inch shorter, you must deduct 5lbs. Fifth, make sure that you always have a very good haircut--it's worth the money to go to the best people. Sixth, if you are going to wear make-up, apply it with the skill of the most talented make-up artist on earth--wear just the right amount and the right tones for your skin. Finally, be educated-there's nothing hot about a dumb woman.

If you do all of these things, you'll be like the women I turn out--and believe me, they are COMPLETELY satisfied--every time.

2006-07-31 05:05:49 · 46 answers · asked by rogue_philosopher_69 1 in Singles & Dating

I HAVE A BF BUT HE S NOT GOOD LOOKING IN COMPARISION TO ME BUT I LOVE HIM SO MUCH. BUT HE ALWAYS LIE TO ME.WHEN HE PRUPOSED ME 1 YEAR BEFORE HE HAS GIVEN ME ALL HAPINESS BUT NOW HE DONT LIKE TO MEET ME,HE DONT LIKE TO TALK TO ME AS WELL.HE SAYS THAT TALKING EVERYDAY IS NOT COMPULSION.WHEN I CAME TO KNW DAT HE LIE TO ME THEN HE NEVER FEEL GUILTY ABOUT IT. WHAT SHOULD I DO.I HAVE TRIED ALMOST EVERYTHING I SAID HIM I DNT WAN ANY RELATION HE SAYS THAT "I LOVE U AND I WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU".I KNW HE DNT HAVE ANY OTHER GF BUT HE DOESNT TAKE CARE OF ME AS WELL.I ALWAYS BE UPSET BCOZ OF HIM.I CANT LEAVE HIM ALSO.I TRIED TO MAKE HIM UNDERSTAND MY FEELINGS BUT HE NEVER UNDERSTAND.HE NEVER TAKE CARE OF ME .WHAT SHOULD I DO??? PLEASE HELP ME PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE

2006-07-31 05:05:48 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Singles & Dating

2006-07-31 05:05:48 · 31 answers · asked by divagirl201045 2 in Movies

hotels in Vietnam (particularly Saigon) safe for brushing teeth and for showering?

2006-07-31 05:05:47 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Air Travel

Who sang it and song title?

2006-07-31 05:05:44 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Music

WANT TO GET MARRIED IN ANGOLA ON SATURDAY -

2006-07-31 05:05:36 · 7 answers · asked by chris2starz 1 in Indianapolis

Why do girls go after the assholes and not the nice goodloking guys that would treat them right? Girls always say they want a good guy to have fun with, yet they always go after a guy that treats them badly. Girls a very confusing..

2006-07-31 05:05:34 · 7 answers · asked by Justlookin 3 in Singles & Dating

I heard him say that it isn't a coincidence that with the presence of democracy, that Hamas is fighting back, as well as AL Qaeda. But the majority of the troops are Iraqis, and Hamas was democratically elected. If our point was to bring democracy to a country, shouldn't we accept who THEY elect, and stay out of it?

2006-07-31 05:05:30 · 17 answers · asked by hichefheidi 6 in Politics

first we were friends and then my friendtold me to hug him in front of him and then he just hug me 'bout 30sec.and my friendswere all like OMG and he took me to the class huging me til a teacher said leave Juliet alone Romeo do u really think he might like me he even said that my middle name is his name

2006-07-31 05:05:29 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Friends

Answer anyway you want without fear (of "BEING REPORTED"). As a born-in-the-USA 51yr-old, I would answer this queston personally if you contact my Q&A name. Maybe I can explain something to you?

2006-07-31 05:05:22 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sociology

You know i told my crush that i like him. He earlier considered me one of his best female friends. Now i think he hates me after i have confessed via e-mail. He doesn't even talk to me! How do i make up a friendship back atleast if not crush! I am feeling very upset. BOO!!! HOO!!! please help???

2006-07-31 05:05:20 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Singles & Dating

BUt they are still bombing the areas of southern Lebanon... Arent Jews Liars??? are they proved Liars or not? what do you say?

and my other question is why do Europeans (other than UK) hate JEWS?

2006-07-31 05:05:19 · 10 answers · asked by Abdul S 3 in Religion & Spirituality

This is just a question, not looking for volunteers...more of a poll?

2006-07-31 05:05:18 · 4 answers · asked by City slicker 5 in Singles & Dating

2006-07-31 05:05:17 · 7 answers · asked by d_karam2 1 in Psychology

rock singer

2006-07-31 05:05:10 · 4 answers · asked by gator1060 1 in Music