squirrel 0 #26 September 7, 2007 QuoteQuoteQuote a holiday is a day of celebration and there is nothing to celebrate about Americans dying. I agree, I feel many many Americans treat Memorial Day, as just, a holiday...and think nothing of what it means. I have actually visited cemiteries on Memorial day...it really hits home, when you actually "remember"...and not just use the day to drink and party. I think, that's good, on your part. Actually visiting cemetaries and remembering those who died so we can continue to live our lives... free! I think about my late father and my other relatives, living and passed who fought in WW-II and Korea. Whenever I meet a person in the Armed Forces or out... I thank them. That is what Memorial Day is to me. On 9/11, I think about those innocent people who never saw it coming and the reality of our vulnerability. I just can't think of those days as a day to burn hot-dogs and get drunk. Yeah... I believe, we're on the same page. Chuck we are...i get goose bumps listening to stories of battles, of how they just got it done, because that is what you did. make me feel very lucky, small, and proud and the some time. when i complain about a hard day, or losing some $ on a job, it all pails in compersion to what some have done, and given to this country. ________________________________ Where is Darwin when you need him? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broke 0 #27 September 7, 2007 I used to love those long transports from VA hospital to VA hospital with those old vets. They had some of the most awesome stories to tellDivot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #28 September 7, 2007 QuoteQuoteQuoteQuote a holiday is a day of celebration and there is nothing to celebrate about Americans dying. I agree, I feel many many Americans treat Memorial Day, as just, a holiday...and think nothing of what it means. I have actually visited cemiteries on Memorial day...it really hits home, when you actually "remember"...and not just use the day to drink and party. I think, that's good, on your part. Actually visiting cemetaries and remembering those who died so we can continue to live our lives... free! I think about my late father and my other relatives, living and passed who fought in WW-II and Korea. Whenever I meet a person in the Armed Forces or out... I thank them. That is what Memorial Day is to me. On 9/11, I think about those innocent people who never saw it coming and the reality of our vulnerability. I just can't think of those days as a day to burn hot-dogs and get drunk. Yeah... I believe, we're on the same page. Chuck we are...i get goose bumps listening to stories of battles, of how they just got it done, because that is what you did. make me feel very lucky, small, and proud and the some time. when i complain about a hard day, or losing some $ on a job, it all pails in compersion to what some have done, and given to this country. I know the feeling. I grew-up, hearing stories from my dad and uncles or when some of my Dad's old shipmates would visit. Our fighting men and women have done and do a helluva job for us. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #29 September 7, 2007 No. I see it as similar to Pearl Harbor. I don't think it should be a national holiday, but I do believe that what happened on these two days should always be remembered along with the motives behind them. _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d_squared431 0 #30 September 7, 2007 No, it should not be a holiday....TPM Sister#130ONTIG#1 I love vodka.I love vodka cause it rhymes with Tuaca~LisaH You having a clean thought is like billyvance having a clean post.iluvtofly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest #31 September 7, 2007 No, no more than we memorialize 12/7/41. We remember - we do not celebrate. mh ."The mouse does not know life until it is in the mouth of the cat." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisL 2 #32 September 7, 2007 Why continue to glorify an act of terrorism? Bin Laden and the rest would just love that.__ My mighty steed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #33 September 7, 2007 No I dont think it would make an appropriate holiday. Remembrance yes....just as Pearl Harbor is remembered. QuoteI have actually visited cemiteries on Memorial day...it really hits home, when you actually "remember"...and not just use the day to drink and party. I do that as well. I have picked some of the older cemetaries in small towns and wandered thru looking for veterans who fought in the many wars we have been in. ITs always interesting to see the ones where even though they lived a full life after their service.. it was important for some of them to list their rank and the units they served with. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sartre 0 #34 September 8, 2007 Quote This is played out more than Skyride Best answer of the thread. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #35 September 8, 2007 Quote? If I answered this question I would just be furthering the sterotype that stereotypes exist about people answer this question.My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaGimp 0 #36 September 8, 2007 QuoteQuoteIt already is Patriot Day, it's just not a holiday. And neither is Pearl Harbor day, so I don't see why Patriot Day should be either. I agree. Why should we make a day of infamy a holiday? Just mark the day with a moment of silence and remember the victims, and that's it. i think it should......why....because we have national holidays for days when one person was killed shamelessly, why not this tragedy?"Professor of Pimpology"~~~Bolas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #37 September 10, 2007 I just got this via email from our infrastructure folks. QuotePatriot Day, 2007 A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America September 11, 2001, was a defining moment in American history. On that terrible day, our Nation saw the face of evil as 19 men barbarously attacked us and wantonly murdered people of many races, nationalities, and creeds. On Patriot Day, we remember the innocent victims, and we pay tribute to the valiant firefighters, police officers, emergency personnel, and ordinary citizens who risked their lives so others might live. After the attacks on 9/11, America resolved that we would go on the offense against our enemies, and we would not distinguish between the terrorists and those who harbor and support them. All Americans honor the selfless men and women of our Armed Forces, the dedicated members of our public safety, law enforcement, and intelligence communities, and the thousands of others who work hard each day to protect our country, secure our liberty, and prevent future attacks. The spirit of our people is the source of America's strength, and 6 years ago, Americans came to the aid of neighbors in need. On Patriot Day, we pray for those who died and for their families. We volunteer to help others and demonstrate the continuing compassion of our citizens. On this solemn occasion, we rededicate ourselves to laying the foundation of peace with confidence in our mission and our free way of life. By a joint resolution approved December 18, 2001 (Public Law 107-89), the Congress has designated September 11 of each year as "Patriot Day." NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim September 11, 2007, as Patriot Day. I call upon the Governors of the United States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, as well as appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that the flag be flown at half-staff on Patriot Day. I also call upon the people of the United States to observe Patriot Day with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and remembrance services, to display the flag at half-staff from their homes on that day, and to observe a moment of silence beginning at 8:46 a.m. eastern daylight time to honor the innocent Americans and people from around the world who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second. GEORGE W. BUSH Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #38 September 10, 2007 Good enough for me."Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigway 4 #39 September 10, 2007 Quote If that was the case then the UK should have about 200 days off a year due to the IRA. And Iraq should have everyday as a national holiday .Karnage Krew Gear Store . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbrown 26 #40 September 11, 2007 No. The only comparable day I can think of would be Pearl Harbor Day, which isn't a holiday either. That doesn't mean that people don't observe pearl Harbor Day either, they still do, even after 66 years. But if PHD's not a holiday, then making 9/11 a holiday would invite comparisons and complaints from people who are miffed about PHD being passed over. And so on and so on.... We have enough trouble getting real holidays for the holidays we've got. Nobody gets MLK Day off. We USED to get Veterans' Day off, but not anymore, which I think sucks, especially for the veterans, who should just put their collective foot down and take the day back by taking the day off in force. And then times change and meanings change. Veterans' Day was originally Armistice Day, commemorating the end of "The Great War" (World War I to us). Who knows what the next century will do to our memories of these times. We don't celebrate the end of the Civil War anymore. I say our generation and our kids generation, anyone was old enough on 9/11 to remember it, will always honor the day. But not as a holiday. Your humble servant.....Professor Gravity ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
algboy 0 #41 September 11, 2007 That loud thumping sound you hear is Patrick Henry, T. Jefferson, G. Washington, B. Franklin, Sam Adams et al spinning in their respective graves! “Keep your elbow up!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
