Sun 11 Nov 2007 @01:01
Eleven November is Veterans Day in the U.S. — a day to thank and honor all the people who have served honorably in the military in wartime or peacetime. One of my cousins was injured in Viet Nam. My father enlisted in the army right after he graduated high school to fight in World War II. I know families that have much stronger and longer traditions of military service.
Regardless of how you feel about our current military involvement, I think we owe a great debt to the men and women who volunteer [and they are all volunteers] to maintain the safety and security of our country. To all those brave people I say THANK YOU!
Here’s a 3-Song Playlist for the veterans. The Ballad of the Green Berets along with The Green Berets movie a couple years later were hugely popular in the sixties. Brothers in Arms was, I think, hugely under-appreciated in the eighties. And Life During Wartime from the seventies is just for fun. Because we all need a little fun….
- Ballad of the Green Berets by Sgt. Barry Sadler
- Brothers in Arms by Dire Straits
- Life During Wartime by Talking Heads
The song titles link to YouTube videos and the artist names link to their official web sites.
November 11th, 2007 at 18:40
I didn’t even hear Brothers in Arms until it was used in The West Wing. The music director for that show–Snuffy someone–always selected great songs for great moments.
Did you ever consider military service in your own life’s path?
My dad was Air Force.
Thanks for posting this.
I never thought I would fit in well in military service. I may do another post about that. ~Tim
November 11th, 2007 at 21:28
The Youngbloods - Get Together
Love is but the song we sing,
And fear’s the way we die
You can make the mountains ring
Or make the angels cry
Know the dove is on the wing
And you need not know why
C’mon people now,
Smile on your brother
Ev’rybody get together
Try and love one another right now
Some will come and some will go
We shall surely pass
When the one that left us here
Returns for us at last
We are but a moments sunlight
Fading in the grass
C’mon people now,
Smile on your brother
Ev’rybody get together
Try and love one another right now
If you hear the song I sing,
You must understand
You hold the key to love and fear
All in your trembling hand
Just one key unlocks them both
It’s there at your command
C’mon people now,
Smile on your brother
Ev’rybody get together
Try and love one another right now
Right now
Right now!
Peace all …
Let’s hope so. ~Tim
November 13th, 2007 at 00:18
Ditto Tim, THANK YOU to all that served.
Thanks for stopping by. I haven’t heard from you in a while! ~Tm
November 13th, 2007 at 23:40
Another great list, Tim! I racked my brain again tonight, but I’m still having internal process problems coming up with my own 3-SP. I did blog about it tonight! Maybe soon I’ll get past my block. After all, it’s only 3 more days till Thanksgiving break!
I get some of my best ideas not by starting with a theme, but when I hear a song I try to think of how it might relate to other songs. But the theme also can just be three of your favorite songs! ~Tim
November 16th, 2007 at 19:41
Sadly, if it wasn’t for the Vietnam War, I wouldn’t be here today. I also am thankful for their bravery. My dad fought bravely alongside the US. When the US started to pull out in 1973, my dad knew we were in jeopardy. I was only three when we crossed the Mekong River and eventually landed here in the States. I know I would not have the opportunities that I have now. Yes, thanks for posting this…
Regardless of the circumstances, I am glad that you are here today. ~Tim
November 16th, 2007 at 23:24
I’ll check out those songs.
I support our Vets. My father was a Marine.
I hope you enjoy them. And I hope your father knows that we appreciate his service. ~Tim