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We in the United States have all heard the haunting song, 'Taps'. It's the song that gives us that lump in our throats and usually tears in our eyes. But, do you know the story behind the song? If not, I think you will be interested to find out about its humble beginnings. Reportedly , it all began in 1862 during the Civil War, when Union Army Captain Robert Ellicombe was with his men near Harrison 's Landing in Virginia .. The Confederate Army was on the other side of the narrow strip of land… Continue

In 2001 saw a letter in the newspaper from a Vietnam veteran who continued to struggle with re-integrating himself into his post military life. His surviver guilt plagued him 30 years after his departure from Vietnam. This poem was my response. The Path to Peace. Jon C. Deisher April 04, 2001 Brother Warrior. In a previous life, I served with the U.S. Navy in the Western Pacific And on the brown water of the Mekong River. I, too, was a thread in the blanket spread to defend those at home: Thos… Continue

This idea came from Seattle as a way of expressing gratitude to our troops when you see them. It's easy. It's simple. It's heartfelt. Cut and paste this into your browser. http://www.gratitudecampaign.org/shortmovie.php Comments? Continue