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Memorial Day just passed, Independence Day (4th of July) is just around the corner, and Veteran's day is just five months away. But, regardless of the celebrated holiday, love for our country should always be in our hearts. One of the symbols we use to show our patriotism and pride in our country is the United States flag. Some call her "Old Glory". I'm old enough to remember when there were parades down town streets, or the flag went passing by, people stood - they saluted - they took their hats off - they put their hand on their heart - and they taught their children why they did all this. Over time, some have gotten too "busy" or too "politically correct" to remember to do these things. They do it sometimes when it is convenient. We need to remember that our ... [ Read more... ]
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Hi, I must have missed this post when I was away. Great article and moving poem. You are so right, so many of us forget that freedom is not free. People have died for what we take for granted. Tomorrow is America's Independence day, I hope everyone takes just a moment to remember exactly what that means and the men and women who are out there right now protecting our right to enjoy the holiday. Happy 4th of July to all and thank you to our troops. - posted by
Irisangel
on July 03, 2008 |
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So true. I think a lot of it has to do with the educational system now. Not much is being taught about past wars. Try to find anything about Vietnam in history books now. I'm not in any way condoning war. No one wants it. But if the children aren't at least taught about it, how can they understand what is going on? If they don't understand what war is and the wars/conflicts that have been fought, how can they ever know the price that is paid for their freedom to grow up to be adults and enjoy the liberties that we have - and then to pass the understanding on to their children? I'll end this here because I didn't mean for this to get "political". The whole purpose behind this blog was simply to say something that was on my heart - "Thank you, Veterans!" - posted by
Cmarshall717
on June 09, 2008 |
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An short but excellent blog and a beautiful poem. A thank you to both you and your husband for serving. Many people forget that families of service men and women serve the military and country as well in their own way. My Dad and I both served in the ARNG - I served for 6 years, my Dad for 36. I think the current situation involving our troops is a strange one. Unlike Vietnam and some other conflicts, almost everyone I've spoken to on the topic respect and pray for the safe return of the brave men and women currently serving in our military - even if they disagree with the war itself. On the other hand, I think people who do not have a connection to the military directly - through serving or having someone close to them serve - have a difficult time approaching those in the military. They don't know what to say or how to say - even though a simple thanks may be more than enough. Hopefully we will find a way to help and support those who have been a part the current conflicts, and hopefully ... More) - posted by
Walleyelj
on June 09, 2008 |
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Every second of every day needs to be lived to its fullest. It is very humbling to look at this great big universe we live in and realize just how fragile life is. As a human race, we are so busy with the day-to-day "things" of just making it through another 24 hours. God gave us all our senses to enjoy this temporary place we call home. It is easier just to skim through life looking at the big things in the broad picture. We need to dig deeper to hear, see, feel, smell, and taste all those scrumptious morsels that we so often overlook in our "can't-wait-until-tomorrow" attitude. Slow down. Absorb life. Be thankful for all the gifts (tangible and non-tangible) that you enjoy. I am so grateful for the sacrifices that have been and still are being made for my freedom - both spiritually and as ... [ Read more... ]
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Lovely thoughts Carolyn, Thank you for reminding us all that there is a big picture and we are the pixels that make the image come to life. Be happy, be colorful, make the picture bright. Have a wonderful Easter! - posted by
Irisangel
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Zhuanghua - Thank you! I'm not sure I understand what you mean about the article looks like chicken soup, but I am taking it to mean that it's good for the soul! You make a good point. :-) - posted by
Cmarshall717
on March 01, 2008 |
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I like the image"Free for Fall B" and I agree with your view!Your article looks like a chicken soup~ - posted by
Zhuanghua
on March 01, 2008 |
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Twelve men are kneeling and huddled in a circle. The camouflage, green and tiger stripe uniforms; faces painted brown, green, and black; and weapons strategically strapped over shoulders makes you think you are in a war zone. These are all Vietnam veterans, but this is not Vietnam. They are called The Last Patrol, and are here on a mission. This group of Vietnam and Vietnam-era veterans performs a "Ceremony of Remembrance" all around the country. Their mission is to keep us from forgetting. They honor and remember their fallen brothers and sisters from all past wars and conflicts and those brave men and women who are wearing our country's uniform still fighting for the liberties that we enjoy every day. The first time I experienced The ... [ Read more... ]
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absolutely, would love to hear about it and I am looking forward to seeing your images of the dedication ceremony. - posted by
Irisangel
on March 10, 2008 |
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Thank you, Peg. Veterans are a big part of my life, and it makes it even more important to me since my husband is one. For the past 13 years or so, I have pretty much been the official photographer for The Last Patrol. They do events all over the country. As as matter of fact they just did a performance in Fort Myers at a dedication cermony for a brand new Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The local veterans group there is a group we belonged to when we lived in Fort Myers. They have been working for 10 years now to get the memorial completed, and finally got it finished. A lot of hard work, dedication and heart went into it. I'm hoping to have a bunch of editorial images uploaded here by tomorrow night. Hopefully they'll accept them. I have a ton of information I can give you, but I don't think I have that much room here. I'd like to PM you. Would that be okay? Carolyn - posted by
Cmarshall717
on March 10, 2008 |
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What an amazing tribute, really the last thing I would expect to find on a stock photography site, but I am so glad I did. I am a child of the viet-nam era, lost some friends there, 2 brothers and husband served there and this is the most moving tribute I have ever read. I searched for a web site for the Last Patrol, but I could not find one. Would you have an address for a web site, would love to read more about these dedicated veterans. My son is presently serving his second tour in Iraq, so the memories of those worrisome times are now replaying for many families. God Bless our troops and Thank you to all our Veterans. No matter what people think and politicians do, what our soldiers do, they do for us. This was an amazing and inspirational story. Thank you Carolyn, and please give thanks to your husband from me and my family.
P.S. We are almost Neighbors, I live in Clermont, about an hour from you. We go to St. Pete Beach every year for the NYPD reunion. Thanks again, Peg - posted by
Irisangel
on March 10, 2008 |
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Carolyn Marshall
(Cmarshall717)
Tampa, US
I live in Tampa, Florida, where the sun is “supposed” to shine all the time (except when it rains “most” of the time in the summer months). The extreme diversity of my employment history may also be of interest to some of you, which has included being a legal secretary, a PADI scuba instructor, an over-the-road truck driver (team driver with my husband), a boxing inspector, a private investigator, and a security officer. That being said, I have always loved being behind the camera. About 15 years ago, I started photographing the many veterans’ events in which my husband was involved. At that time, I was using a Nikon N6006. It didn’t take long to become known as the unofficial “official” photographer. In 2005, I made the move to digital with my Nikon D70 camera, which I still use. The world is my classroom, and with technology changing things on an almost-daily basis, I strive to continue to “learn and improve.” The most important thing to know is that Living Life Photography is not about me. I am in hopes that God will use me to bring a smile to a face or a tear to an eye. Maybe one of my photographs will take someone back to a special time that they thought they had forgotten, or give them a new memory to keep. I consider it a blessing to be able to photograph life as I see it, and thank God for the privilege of playing a small part in capturing memorable moments to be cherished for years to come. In my world, everything I see is a photograph. Here’s to opening our eyes and hearts to “live life”. Thank you for letting me share “Living Life” through “Photography”. If you use one of my images, please email me. I would be interested to know how my work is being used.
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