As we close the 11th day of September, 2012, let us lift our eyes toward the night sky in humble prayer for the families and loved ones who suffered losses on this tragic day eleven years ago.
you will always be in our hearts
forever remembered, always loved
as memories remain vivid
among the stars in Heaven above
9/11 was a reminder that the bonds of family can be severed in an instant. They are essential, crucial, valuable, fragile.”
–Peter Jennings
Awakenings from Then ’til Now
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Catnipoflife invites you to visit her sister site, Awakenings. Ah-h-h-h! The American classics – where would we be without them? Baseball, hot dogs, apple pie and Chevrolet, all have their place among America’s iconic figures. From books to poetry to songs to movies and videos, each has its place among America’s favorites.
It was while I was visiting various blogsites that I was prompted to revisit the posting at Awakenings. Dicy McCullough’s post for the day was Braves’ Game: Favorite Thing #4. It brought back so many memories, especially of my late sister-in-law. She dearly loved the Braves. If a game was on and she had to go to the bathroom, the radio was right there with her! I have never known anyone as devoted as she. The sad part is she never did get to see a game live but she dutifully listened to their games.
With or without the baseball game, there is no better treat, at the table or on a picnic, than the all American hot dog. Whether grilled, broiled, boiled or fried, Chicago style, coney dog or your own home style, the feeling of biting into that ‘dog’ is all American!
Don’t know what to prepare for dinner tonight? Grab a hot dog! Give and receive a smile!
Added bit of Trivia: The hog dog is no longer just a ‘dog in a bun’. Numerous hot dog variations can be found state to state, across the nation, country to country and around the globe. Enjoy to their fullest!
What is your favorite ‘dog’?
A Tribute to America with Patriotic Music
July 4, 1776
America FOUGHT, America WON!
On the Road to Independence. . .
A new post has been added to catnipoflife’s sister site, Awakenings, as the next part of the series of postings leading up to America’s independence finally being won.
Remember:
America FOUGHT for FREEDOM!
Remain mindful that the Fourth of July is NOT just about picnics and fireworks!
Know the history behind what the celebration is truly about!
America, the Beautiful!
About the video: Ray Charles is a true Southern legend, for that matter, an American legend! The voice of his soul will remain in our hearts and minds forever. Let us never forget for whom this song was written – – – AMERICA, the Beautiful, our land, our home, our country, our freedom!
On the Road to Independence. . .
catnipoflife‘s sister site, Awakenings, is featuring a series of postings leading up to America’s independence finally being won. Remember: America FOUGHT for FREEDOM! Remain mindful that the Fourth of July is NOT just about picnics and fireworks! Know the history behind what the celebration is truly about!
God Bless America, the Beautiful!
…They are the reason we are free!
“Are they dead that yet speak louder than we can speak, and a more universal language? Are they dead that yet act? Are they dead that yet move upon society and inspire the people with nobler motives and more heroic patriotism?”
~Henry Ward Beecher
Remembering our fallen heroes @ Awakenings from Then ’til Now. . .
This time the inspiration follows Awakenings from Then ’til Now. I invite you to read Without Regret or view the video clip The Final Inspection. Let us never forget the sacrifices made by the armed forces of the United States. If it weren’t for the United States military, there would be NO United States of America.
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