But up until this week it appears that it was on life support. The Beautiful and the Star Spangled Banner. The other thing the Rabbi said this morning reminded me of what the flag and anthem symbolize to this country and what it should mean to us. People go to services to pray and to renew their commitment with God. The Pledge of Allegiance, the Star Spangled Banner, and the displaying and respecting of the American Flag is a renewal of our commitment to this country and each other for the issues, values, and beliefs for which they stand.
Courage comes in many forms.
If they don t know the words, teach them. Teach them to your children. The next time you hear the anthem at a sporting event remove your hat and face your flag. Hat hair never hurt anyone for the five minutes it takes to sing the National Anthem. And to the republic for which it stands.