The weather is beautiful if you like wind gusts! But, The sun is shining in the blue skies and it is a wonderful day to be outdoors enjoying the fresh air and somewhat warm rays.
Today, I managed to create a Brand New Digikit titled " Skatefest" and it contains lovely papers, materials and embellishments! I really love the papers in this Kit, and I hope you enjoy it as well? Here is the link to download " Skatefest Digikit "
And, In other news today, " Obama: 'Our troops are coming home' according to an article in USA Today Online Edition. " President Obama hailed the nation's veterans today as part of "an unbroken chain of men and women who have served this nation with distinction." He said his administration will help the newest links adjust to civilian life as they return from Iraq and Afghanistan.
"My fellow Americans, our troops are coming home," Obama said during a ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, later saying, "After a decade of war, the nation we now need to build is our own."
And, If you are looking for a little Luck on 11/11/11 and plan to travel, According to an article in USA Today Online Edition, This is a great day to start planning for a trip since Hotels, Airlines and Car Rentals have special discounts to take advantage of this Holiday Season. " Starting at 11:00 a.m. EDT on 11/11/11, travelers can book Sunday night-stays for $111.11 at Affinia Hotels in New York City, Chicago and Washington, D.C. The deal is valid for travel Jan. 2, 2012 – March 31, 2012, and the booking window closes at 11:00 p.m. EDT on Friday. To book, use promo code ELEVEN."
In celebration of Veterans Day, Most people stroll the grounds of Arlington Cemetery located in Virginia. As an article in the Washington Post Online edition, " In Arlington National Cemetery’s Section 60, where those killed in Iraq and Afghanistan lie, the graves aren’t just markers of remembrance; they are canvases decorated with stones, shiny balloons and handwritten notes. In this corner of the nation’s most sacrosanct military burial ground, all manner of ornamentation abounds — one headstone is covered in lipstick kisses — bringing a colorful poignancy to an otherwise monochromatic place of mourning."
On this Veterans Day, It is about saluting Hero's or people who have made a difference in someone else's life. " A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself". Joseph Campbell I read an interesting article on Examiner.com web site.
"No, he wasn’t a war veteran. Kim was a veteran of a different sort. A very different sort. A world-famous savant, my oldest brother Kim fought to have people accept him and all people - no matter their weaknesses, their color, their politics, their religion. It was a battle he fought with a huge heart, a wonderful sense of humor, and an incredible mind."
I have to get ready to run errands. In closing, I'd like to leave you with a beautiful poem in honor of our Veteran's Day Heroes! Happy Veterans Day and also Happy 11-11-11!!
Heroes
By Jared Jenkins
In war, there are lives risked and lives taken
Men and women giving their best to defend what they love
They defend their country
Their honor
Their people
Some call them soldiers
Others call them heroes
Our veterans have risked their lives for us
They have lived through hell and fought with honor
Many have killed
And regret doing so
For every life, there is a soul
For every soul, there is a life
For those who have died, we show great appreciation and remembrance
For those who live, along with them live the horrific memories of battle
Some, memories of defeat
Some, memories of victory
Our veterans were more than soldiers
They were, and still are heroes
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