Welcome to Saturday 9. What we've committed to our readers is that we will post 9 questions every Saturday. Sometimes the post will have a theme, and at other times the questions will be totally unrelated. Those weeks we do "random questions," so-to-speak. We encourage you to visit other participants posts and leave a comment. Because we don't have any rules, it is your choice. We hate rules. We love memes, however, and here is today's meme!
Saturday 9: Some Gave All (1992)
Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.
Memorial Day is the federal holiday designated to honor American service people who died in battle.
1) Here at Saturday 9, we regard everyone who served -- veterans and active military -- as heroes. Have you, or has anyone in your family, worn the uniform of our armed forces? We want to hear about them.
My father was 4F and I have no brothers, so nobody that I knew well, though two uncles were in service and both were in prison camps.
2) Memorial Day has its own flag etiquette. In the morning, the American flag should be flown at half staff in memory of those we have lost. Then, at noon, it should be raised briskly to full staff, in honor of all who have served. Where is the nearest flag flying from where you sit right now?
I'm not sure. Our next door neighbors always have a flag flying, but since the husband died I don't know if the wife still flies the flag. If not, it would be at the high school, which is 2 blocks away.
3) Since 1988, motorcycle riders have participated in Rolling Thunder. In events all over the country, including Washington DC, bikers "Roll Together" to draw attention to service members still missing and raise awareness of mental health issues our veterans cope with each day. When have you most recently ridden a motorcycle? A scooter? A bicycle?
I rode a motorcycle once, in high school, when I was visiting my cousin and her boyfriend's friend had one. I've never ridden a scooter, and the last time I rode a bike was in 2003, when I had my bike accident.
4) This week's song is the title track of Billy Ray Cyrus' best-selling album. Named for this patriotic song, the album also included Billy Ray's signature song, "Achy Breaky Heart." "Achy Breaky Heart" is a popular choice on karaoke nights. Do you know it well enough to sing along?
Nope.
5) Sandy Kane, the hero of "Some Gave All," is based on a real Vietnam vet Billy Ray Cyrus met and spoke to about his sacrifice for his country. Can you think of another song based on a real person?
"Sweet Caroline" by Neil Diamond was written about Caroline Kennedy.
6) Memorial Day is the traditional kick off of the summer season. Have you packed away your winter clothes yet?
I don't have winter and summer clothes. Pretty much wear the same thing all year.
7) As you answer these questions, is there a fan or an air conditioner cooling your room?
In my room? no. We have air conditioning for the house and it's always on because if it's not on, it gets to be much too hot upstairs for Ned and Marta.
8) Memorial Day is also a holiday for retailers. Ads promise great prices on everything from grills to lawn decorations to high tech gear and gadgets. Will you be shopping any sales this weekend?
Nope.
9) Random question: When is the last time you felt like a kid?
Good Lord. I haven't a clue. Definitely not in the last 60 years.
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I once rode on the back of a motorcycle for a few blocks back in junior high. I'd completely forgotten about it until I read your reminiscence.
ReplyDeleteMy father was furious when he learned I'd ridden on the motorcycle and I never did again.
DeleteI actually used to ride a motorcycle when I was younger. I was a bit of a daredevil.
ReplyDeleteI always wanted to own a motorcycle, and to ride one. If I'd have been a boy, it would have happened. I so love LOVE that new puzzle. Have fun with it!
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