Flag Day--It's June 14!
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In the hub Flag Day and the Star Spangled Banner you can read some of the history behind our national anthem and the entire text of the song. Too often we only hear the first verse and then the words, "Play ball!" but it's a wise thing to refresh our memories on the text and help others remember it.
This little hub is themed to remind us of the Flag Day holiday, the greatness of our very land, and the blessings we have for being in it on this patriotic holiday.
It's a time to stop and take stock of all that we've lost to gain what we have and show our gratitude.
Honor The Freedom That Our Flag Represents!
Say Hooray for the Red, White, and Blue Today!
Take the time to enjoy Flag Day, but be sure to consider why we have it to enjoy!
Beginning with these scenic photos, I hope that you are inspired to support our country's history and the potential for our future in this nation. Let shore to shore landscapes encourage your national patriotism this June 14!
• The skies in these photos are intended to remind us of the vast opportunities that America offers her people.
• The waters are included to help us think through the depth of sacrifice that has been given for our freedoms.
• The bridges are posted here to give us a vision of how where we come from can strengthen our resolve to renew and hold on to the values that made our USA strong.
Be sure to take a look at the videos located below that others have put together. Finding this poem from Johnny Cash for today's hub, as well as the other videos, gave me something uniquely American for everyone to think about!
On this Flag Day take a small journey from the blue skies of the USA'a sunny Florida...
throughout our beautiful states...
From East
To West
Then Onward, North To Alaska...
and consider how we, as citizens of the United States of America, have so much to be thankful for because we own the red, white, and blue stars and stripes. Don't miss your chance on Flag Day to display your gratitude!
Let Flag Day Remind Us Of Our Past And Our Future
While there are issues we need to address in our country, no nation has ever been perfect. On that same note, no nation will ever be perfect, but because of our freedoms, we have had unique opportunities to work on solving our problems.
While we must continue the fight to preserve those freedoms--and I should add to regain some that have been lost--we can be thankful for the fact that we are still free to do just that and we have opportunity to do so in many ways.
We are unique in the way we were established, and unique in what we've been able to accomplish since our founding. Flag Day is an opportunity to reflect on all that we have been through and to revisit all that we have to be grateful for.
Doing so may even help us look at all that we face today with new eyes, with fresh insight into why the many issues are of such great concern today. Starting on this Memorial Day may we focus on reuniting as a nation.
We can prepare to spend Flag Day standing for the principles and ethics that brought our people together in its early days, standing against all that would destroy its purpose. Talk about celebrating Flag Day with your family and friends, then do it!
Flags of Each State set to a Learn the States Song
Cash's Flag Poem with Photographs
Show Your Gratitude, Say "Thank You"
Patriotic Song
More to Consider:
- Happy 4th of July: Celebrating Our Country
Give peace a chance? Peace in our country wont have the chance of a lamb against a lion if... - Autumnal Reflections
One can almost hear the soft footsteps of this land's earliest inhabitants going about their lives... - A Patriotic Planter Project For Your Garden
With the patriotic blooms in mind, think ahead about the color of the planter you will use...Robertatalloni - A Brief History of Flag Day in America
It gave tangible representation to the evolution and establishment of a nation, particularly one procured through fortitude, hardship, perseverance, loyalty and acts of extreme bravery. - Origin of the Names of the United States of America - A Greensleeves Page
Everybody knows the United States of America. But where do the names of the states come from? This is the aim of this page, to chart the origins and meanings of the names of the 50 United States of America. - DO SOMETHING AND WAVE YOUR FLAG
Wave your flag in reflection of patriotism. Start your own community service flag project. - How to Properly Display Your American Flag
The American flag is the living representation of our country and as such demands a great deal of respect. Showing respect to our flag is the same as showing respect to our country. That is why displaying your flag correctly is so important. However, - Free Lesson Plans: Flag Day Paper Quilt Arts and Crafts Lesson
- FLAG DAY POEMS
- The American Flag - An American Symbol Representing Freedom, Prosperity, and Happiness
- Is your American Flag out today?
- Don't Miss, "Miss Me Yet?"
Supporters of George W. Bush behind the "Miss Me Yet?" billboard point out that free speech is for everyone.
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Hi very beautiful pictures. Loved them. I didnt know it is flag day on 14th June. Is it international Flag day or just in your country?
Sweetie1:
Thanks so much!
I don't believe that other countries celebrate their flag day on the same day, but it would be interesting to hear from people throughout the world so we can learn about their various flag days (or similar holidays).
So appreciate your coming by!
marellen:
You are most welcome. Thanks so much for being the first visitor to this hub!
This is a beautiful hub. I love our flag, the USA, and our service men and women who put their lives on the line every day. The flag reminds me of those three things and that my father was a WW-II veteran. And I really enjoyed the pictures!
Thank you kindly, anidae. I'm so glad you enjoyed the photos and I appreciate your coming by. It's been interesting and fun to give more consideration to using my photos in my hubs.
Great hub! I had my flags a waving! I even wore red, white and blue! America will hopefully restore the freedoms that this country was founded on. I voted this up! I really enjoyed this. And..a quick note. your six pictures on the side that start with "Flags of Each State"..isn't showing up. You may want to check it out. :-)
Thanks, Jo_Goldsmith11, for stopping in with your kind comments and for sharing how you celebrated. :)
So appreciate your letting me know that the videos are not showing up on your end. I signed out and checked the hub, then signed in again and checked it, and they are working as far as I can tell. Can't see what the problem might be...but will check again. Thanks bunches for letting me know!
Inspiring. Voted beautiful.
Thanks much. Appreciate your visit and your input.
I never knew of this before, I do admire Americans for their strong sense of patriotism, and I adore your cat. I'm from Australia.
So glad you stopped in katyzzz! :) If you haven't yet seen it, you might enjoy my other hub on Flag Day. America is losing sight of its national holidays. There is a concerted effort to undermine and discard them.
American patriotism, may be unique, but I have read wonderful accounts of other people being very patriotic in their countries.
Our kitty is a sweetheart--an all-American sweetie! ;)
We love Australia--your huge land, your strong people, your marvelous accents. It would be great to visit there one day!
Thanks bunches for your visit to this hub and your comments.
I don't think a lot of people celebrate flag day anymore in the U.S., let alone know about it. I always remembered flag day because it is also my sister's birthday, and as a child we had a flagpole in our front yard that we put the flag on every June 14. I also remember ironing the flag and having to make sure it didn't touch the floor. I'm not sure the younger generations are aware of all of this.
When I noticed that our American holidays are being dismissed I realized that we have an important responsibility to teach our children about them. I love that you shared your childhood story! Thank you!
marellen Level 6 Commenter 11 months ago
Thank you for reminding us what a great country we live in.....