Veteran's Day Postings From Past Blogs - November 12, 2014

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I didn't think I could improve on my past writing so I 
am posting blogs from previous years.  I have loved ones,

family and friends, who have served our country well

and to them I give thanks - and to all who continue to

fight for our freedom, be it behind a computer, or 

repairing them on jet planes, or in war zones, or what-

ever they do in the service or our country.  Thanks to

my wonderful son, Shawn Smith, who has been more 

on active duty during his U. S. Air Force Reserve time

than not, to his father, Edward C. Smith, who must have

been his inspiration, to my stepfather, US Army Col.

( retired ) for his long years in the Infantry, three of which

were served in Vietnam, to my son Jeremy's friend,

Toady Hop, an impressive Cal Poly decathlete, to my  

beloved lifelong friend, Warren Fukushima, who also

retired from the Army after three tours of duty in Vietnam -

to them and to the millions I never knew - I give my

heartfelt thanks and prayers for you and your loved 

ones for your continued sacrifices and love for our

country.

Here are the links to my past blogs on Veteran's Day.

I am proud to be an American.

http://rnsane.blogspot.in/2011/11/veterans-day-thoughts-november-12-2011.html#links

http://rnsane.blogspot.in/2012/11/on-veterans-day-far-from-home-november.html#links

http://rnsane.blogspot.in/2009/11/rest-in-peace.html#links

Looking Back - October 24, 2014

Three years ago, I did it, 

I went through all my things,

Downsizing, giving away so much,

With necessity, retirement brings.

I found that I could do it,

By keeping treasures dear,

Telling myself I'd see them,

In some future year.

With super help from Jeremy,

My stalwart athletic son,

At last, it all was over,

My Canterbury life was done!

I finally boarded my flight,

Two months overdue,

A bedraggled weary traveler,

When those 7000 miles were through.

At last, I'd returned to India,

Fourteen years away,

But I felt at home with many friends,

Acquired each cruising day.

Four months I stayed with Santos,

And my lovely "family" there,

It made my life in India,

Begin without a care.

Next time I went to Jaipur,

A most amazing place,

With memories made and friendships,

That time cannot erase.

Back home to spend eight months,

With the sweetest grandchild ever,

Whoever knew a little girl,

Could be so very clever!!!

Who says that growing older,

Still can't be much fun,

I've realized a dream,

And I still am not quite done!!!

It must have been my destiny,

That Virginia Lynch and I were here,

To share ten days together,

In this country we both hold dear!!!

I've even found martinis,

That meet my discerning taste,

And I'm happy to report,

I've lost pounds around my waist.

As long as I can manage,

With my creaky joints and such,

I'll commute between two countries,

That I love so much!

Carmen Henesy

copyright Carmen Henesy October 24, 2014

Six Word Friday - Free - July 4, 2014

Happy 4th of July

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This is a day of celebration,

Of flags, families, fireworks, and friends,

Free and brave, we owe much,

Whisper thanks as this day ends.

We often take liberty for granted,

But I feel blessed every day,

 I was born in this country,

The best place of all - USA!

Carmen Henesy

copyright July 4, 2014 Carmen Henesy

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Happy Birthday, USA - Flash 55, Friday, July 2, 2010

 Flash 55, Friday, July 2, 2010

Happy Birthday, USA

It’s the time to fly Old Glory,

On our country’s national day,

And join with friends and family,

To say “Happy Birthday,” USA,

Many fought before us,

For the freedoms we hold dear,

And, still our troops are fighting,

In lands so far from here.

May they return safely to their loved ones at home.

Carmen Henesy

Copyright (c) 2010 by Carmen Henesy

All rights reserved

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