The Gathering Place

[Ladyg]

Welcome to the Gathering Place, come in sit a while, refresh

yourself with our brewed coffee, tea, hot coco and a dew or two.

We have fresh baked goodies to nibble on just in case you might be

a tad hungry, too.......Your money isn't any good here, but your

friendship is valued, so come on in and enjoy yourself...if no one is here

please just leave a note to let us know you came by to visit....:)

Ladyg-Owner

Mary- Manager

Lynn- Bartender

I also have the Gathering Place...that I set up in a group on EONS...so please drop in

and say hi there too!.......

http://www.eons.com/groups/group/ladygs-place

Hot Coffee and a Dew for my Jeff

and a cola for Dot and anyone else

[lynn]

if i have to eat asparagus in order to get pineapple for dessert, i'll just pass both, but thanks for trying, Chris. if you have any ice cream left over, call me...

[Ladyg]

Wow Chris it all looks good to me, yummo............oh the grilled pineapple looks so good............

[Chris]

Oh honey I can’t begin to tell ya how sweet it is. . . I’m just as bad at Christmas with dark chocolate covered cherries!! Won’t stop till its all gone or I’ve made myself sick!!! =)

[Ladyg]

To all of my wonderful friends have a wonderful and safe Memorial Day.

[Ladyg]

Just a few goodies for the cook out

[Mary]

Everything looks just so yummy...wish I were there instead of here.
Not doing anything this year......:)

[Mary]

To all friends...Please have a wonderful, safe and Blessed Memorial Day...and remember........



Kathys Comments

[Kristine]

Happy Memorial Day u guys.Food looks good and even better when somebody else cooks it lol.Will be around later.Looks overcast weather,calling for storms today and some of this week.Our service men and women are always in my thoughts and prayers.Have a peacefull,relaxing,restfull day.Hugs to all.

[Chris]

Without searching the internet does anyone know how many steps are taken at The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and why?

[lynn]

no, i don't, but it's because i don't remember, not because i never knew.

I've known several friends who served in the Old Guard. one of 'em dishonored his service; the other was a long ago roller skating buddy.

it's an impressive site to visit, that tomb.

[lynn]

What the flag draped coffin really means ... Here is how to understand the flag that laid upon it and is surrendered to so many widows and widowers.

Do you know that at military funerals, the 21-gun salute stands for the sum of the numbers in the year 1776?

Have you ever noticed the honor guard pays meticulous attention to correctly folding the United States of America Flag 13 times? You probably thought it was to symbolize the original 13 colonies, but we learn something new every day!

The 1st fold of the flag is a symbol of life.
The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life.
The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing the ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of the country to attain peace throughout the world.
The 4th fold represents the weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war for His divine guidance.
The 5th fold is a tribute to the country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, 'Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong.'
The 6th fold is for where people's hearts lie. It is with their heart that they pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States Of America of their republic.
The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day.
The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers.. For it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great has been molded.
The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of their country since they were first born.
The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.
The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in the Christians eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.
The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost reminding them of their nations motto, 'In God We Trust.'

After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington, and the Sailors and Marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for them the rights, privileges and freedoms they enjoy today.

There are some traditions and ways of doing things that have deep meaning. In the future, you'll see flags folded and now you will know why.

[Mary]

Thank you Lynn, I knew some of the parts...of why the fold for 13 times but not all...
When I get family's new email address......I am going to email this to my brother in law
he's a funeral director...and tho I'm sure he already knows...it would be nice for him to
have...and perhaps print out..to give to family members in the military..