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++ A quick reminder I was reminded how important that it is in my and all our societies, and would like to share it again. I was pleasantly surprised yesterday when my 10 year old Godson came home from school. He wanted me to sit and listen to something on the internet that they had been introduced (the explanation) to in school by one of his teachers . I thought it was cute as he sat me down and brought this up on his iPad and made sure that I listened closely to it. I listened and was very pleased by this explanation of The Pledge of Allegiance, that made its meaning much clearer to him and his classmates. He then had me and his brother join him in reciting the Pledge. When his parents got home from school, he said he would do the same with them. This may not be significant to folks from other countries, but I would think you have a similar pledge / saying for your country. I am so happy that the school has stepped up and shared this with the . Is there something similar in your country? Here is a transcript of……………. The Pledge of Allegiance by Red Skelton January 14, 1969 (note the date) “When I was a small boy in Vincennes, Indiana, I heard, I think, one of the most outstanding speeches I ever heard in my life. I think it compares with the Sermon on the Mount, Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, and Socrates’ Speech to the Students. We had just finished reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, and he called us all together, and he says, “Uh, boys and girls, I have been listening to you recite the Pledge of Allegiance all semester, and it seems that it has become monotonous to you. Or, could it be, you do not understand the meaning of each word? If I may, I would like to recite the pledge, and give you a definition for each word”: Me ………… an individual; a committee of one. Pledge ….. Dedicate all of my worldly goods to give without self-pity. Allegiance …. My love and my devotion. To the Flag … Our standard. “Old Glory”; a symbol of courage. And wherever she waves, there is respect, because your loyalty has given her a dignity that shouts “Freedom is everybody's job”. of the United …. That means that we have all come together. States ……. Individual communities that have united into forty-eight great states. Forty-eight individual communities with pride and dignity and purpose. All divided by imaginary boundaries, yet united to a common cause, and that’s love of country, of America. And to the Republic …. A Republic: a sovereign state in which power is invested into the representatives chosen by the people to govern. And the government is the people; and it's from the people to the leaders, not from the leaders to the people. For which it stands One Nation ... Meaning so blessed by God. Indivisible …. Incapable of being divided. With Liberty …. Which is Freedom.The right of power for one to live his own life without fears, threats, or any sort of retaliation. And Justice … The principle and qualities of dealing fairly with others. For All … For All. That means, boys and girls, it's as much your country as it is mine.” Now let me hear you recite the Pledge of Allegiance: I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic, for which it stands; one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. He ended with ,,,,, “Since I was a small boy, two states have been added to our country, and two words have been added to the Pledge of Allegiance: Under God. Wouldn't it be a pity if someone said that it is a prayer, and that it be eliminated from our schools, too?” No matter your country of origin, instilling and maintaining the pride of your country with your is so important |
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You are right, it is so important for all kids to know this
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True words. Red Skelton was a brilliant comic and man. " I refuse to belong to any organization that would accept me as a member" Groucho Marx
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11/12/2018 9:06 am |
Red Skeleton one of the all time greats. I can remember the night he did this live on his TV show when TV was worth watching 
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11/12/2018 9:43 am |
Red Skelton knew what he was talking about.  He was a wonderful man as well as a great comedian."Sweet, steamy, sensuous kisses light the bright fires of passionate lust within us." scott6250
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Happy Monday Pal, and this is such a great reminder, thank you so much for reminding all of us today.. Seduce the mind and see what a wonderful adventure the body will take you on.. 
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I love this.  Thank you for sharing. "Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax." – Mark Black
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We have nothing similar in Canada. Check out my profile or and become a "watcher" of my blog FMAOPLS,to learn more about me, and for intelligent, lively, smartassy and fun discussion, with a little irreverence thrown in. "Like" or comment on my photos, and I promise I'll add more. Thanks.
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You are right, it is so important for all kids to know this
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True words. Red Skelton was a brilliant comic and man.
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Red Skeleton one of the all time greats. I can remember the night he did this live on his TV show when TV was worth watching
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Red Skelton knew what he was talking about. He was a wonderful man as well as a great comedian.
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Happy Monday Pal, and this is such a great reminder, thank you so much for reminding all of us today..
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My thought also,,,,,,,,never forget!
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I love this. Thank you for sharing.
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We have nothing similar in Canada.
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