by catnipoflife
See on Scoop.it – Awakenings: America & Beyond
Hopefully you are aware of “Taps” but many of you may have never heard the version played in its entirety. “Taps” was originally written by Daniel Butterfield in 1801. It was rather lengthy and formal, as you will hear in the clip presented below. In 1862, it was shortened to 24 notes and re-named Taps.
Sharla Shults‘s insight:
The video @Awakenings features 13-yr-old Melissa Venema playing “Taps” on a trumpet whereas the original was played on a bugle.
See on awakenings2012.blogspot.com
Awakenings Scoop.it
by catnipoflife
See on Scoop.it – Awakenings: America & Beyond
Remember our soldiers
Whether here or far away
Keep them in your hearts
Throughout the night and day
Remember our soldiers
On land, in the air, or at sea
They sacrifice daily
In the name of liberty
CONTINUED @awakenings
Sharla Shults‘s insight:
While celebrating during the Christmas season
Always remember those away from home
Keep them in your hearts, cherish them in your soul
A day may come when you find yourself alone
See on http://awakenings2012.blogspot.com/2013/12/remembering-our-soldiers-at-christmas.html
Awakenings Scoop.it
by catnipoflife
See on Scoop.it – Awakenings: America & Beyond
Awakenings welcomes Terry Shepherd into the spotlight. My communication with Terry is through her blog featuring, in her own words, “inspirational stories that touch your heart and soul.” I totally agree with her having visited her blogsite many, many times.
Terry’s featured poetry is the perfect prelude to Memorial Day!
http://awakenings2012.blogspot.com/2013/05/photograph-in-my-mind.html
Sharla Shults‘s insight:
With Memorial Day to be celebrated this weekend, the timing for this introduction to Terry Shepherd has been perfect. As you move closer to the weekend and become involved in celebration planning, remain mindful of what this holiday truly represents. It is not just picnics and soda pops, cake and ice cream, beach ball and surf boards! It is a day of remembrance: the last Monday in May on which those who died in active military service are remembered.
See on awakenings2012.blogspot.com
Author Connections Awakenings Reflection
by catnipoflife
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.
Inspiration
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