Martial Artists Celebrate Memorial Day 2008
The History
Memorial Day was officially proclaimed on 5 May 1868 by General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, in his General Order No. 11, and was first observed on 30 May 1868, when flowers were placed on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery.
The first state to officially recognize the holiday was New York in 1873. By 1890 it was recognized by all of the northern states. The South refused to acknowledge the day, honoring their dead on separate days until after World War I (when the holiday changed from honoring just those who died fighting in the Civil War to honoring Americans who died fighting in any war).
It is now celebrated in almost every State on the last Monday in May (passed by Congress with the National Holiday Act of 1971 (P.L. 90 - 363) to ensure a three day weekend for Federal holidays), though several southern states have an additional separate day for honoring the Confederate war dead: January 19 in Texas, April 26 in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi; May 10 in South Carolina; and June 3 (Jefferson Davis' birthday) in Louisiana and Tennessee.
(History provided by usmemorialday.org)
Samurai Karate Studio
Many of the families that are students of our studio, are currently members of the military! I have come to know many of these children and parents and I have to say they are by far the most disciplined, patriotic, enthusiastic and loyal students I have ever known!
I am talking about fathers, mothers, sisters, brothers, aunts, uncles and grandparents! I see how hard many of them work and how committed they are to protecting our freedom; even at the expense of being away from their family's.
We have had two members of our studio stationed in Iraq. One just came home a couple of months ago. Another is due home in a week. Please say a prayer for Mr. Goad and bring him home safely as he is so close to being reunited with his family.
My father was only 17 when he enlisted in the Navy during WWII. Fortunately for me, despite serving in the Philippines, he returned safely and went on to raise a family of 4 children with my mom. When asked about joining he said he never gave much thought about his own personal safety; just the thought of serving his country is what made him sign up.
I see that same sense of commitment and honor with my military families. No matter what the circumstances, they are prepared to defend our great country no matter what the cost! How can you not admire someone like that?
So this Memorial Day, please take a moment to reflect on our great country and say a prayer for those who have fallen to defend it. But also say a prayer for those that currently serve and keep them safe in their journeys.
Next time you see a solider in uniform, remember to thank them for their courage, their sacrifice and their patriotism! I guarantee you will get a smile back!
I would like to end with a poem that is a tribute to the American soldier:
The American Hero
by Roger Robicheau
The American Hero always comes through
To capture our hearts with a spirit so true
Some proudly are soldiers who march in harm’s way
Insuring our freedom, courageous they stay
While others come forth as civilians so brave
Determined in purpose, so steadfast to save
We should always keep clear a place in our heart
For each has a value beyond precious art
Their duty to country will not be surpassed
Please honor their courage, for some it’s their last
We live in a world which can be hard to bear
Thank God for these people, how greatly they care
Do ponder new heroes and what they will face
And pray for their safety no matter their place
Our heritage brings out the best, we all know
Our great book of heroes is destined to grow
Samurai Karate Studio is teaches a traditional style of karate, serving children and adults starting at age 4 years and is located at 2000 Clemson Road, Suite # 9, Columbia, SC 29229. You may learn more about our studio by calling us at 803-462-9425 or visiting our website at www.samuraikaratestudio.net.
God Bless!
Do you have what it takes to "live by the code"?
Memorial Day was officially proclaimed on 5 May 1868 by General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, in his General Order No. 11, and was first observed on 30 May 1868, when flowers were placed on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery.
The first state to officially recognize the holiday was New York in 1873. By 1890 it was recognized by all of the northern states. The South refused to acknowledge the day, honoring their dead on separate days until after World War I (when the holiday changed from honoring just those who died fighting in the Civil War to honoring Americans who died fighting in any war).
It is now celebrated in almost every State on the last Monday in May (passed by Congress with the National Holiday Act of 1971 (P.L. 90 - 363) to ensure a three day weekend for Federal holidays), though several southern states have an additional separate day for honoring the Confederate war dead: January 19 in Texas, April 26 in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi; May 10 in South Carolina; and June 3 (Jefferson Davis' birthday) in Louisiana and Tennessee.
(History provided by usmemorialday.org)
Samurai Karate Studio
Many of the families that are students of our studio, are currently members of the military! I have come to know many of these children and parents and I have to say they are by far the most disciplined, patriotic, enthusiastic and loyal students I have ever known!
I am talking about fathers, mothers, sisters, brothers, aunts, uncles and grandparents! I see how hard many of them work and how committed they are to protecting our freedom; even at the expense of being away from their family's.
We have had two members of our studio stationed in Iraq. One just came home a couple of months ago. Another is due home in a week. Please say a prayer for Mr. Goad and bring him home safely as he is so close to being reunited with his family.
My father was only 17 when he enlisted in the Navy during WWII. Fortunately for me, despite serving in the Philippines, he returned safely and went on to raise a family of 4 children with my mom. When asked about joining he said he never gave much thought about his own personal safety; just the thought of serving his country is what made him sign up.
I see that same sense of commitment and honor with my military families. No matter what the circumstances, they are prepared to defend our great country no matter what the cost! How can you not admire someone like that?
So this Memorial Day, please take a moment to reflect on our great country and say a prayer for those who have fallen to defend it. But also say a prayer for those that currently serve and keep them safe in their journeys.
Next time you see a solider in uniform, remember to thank them for their courage, their sacrifice and their patriotism! I guarantee you will get a smile back!
I would like to end with a poem that is a tribute to the American soldier:
The American Hero
by Roger Robicheau
The American Hero always comes through
To capture our hearts with a spirit so true
Some proudly are soldiers who march in harm’s way
Insuring our freedom, courageous they stay
While others come forth as civilians so brave
Determined in purpose, so steadfast to save
We should always keep clear a place in our heart
For each has a value beyond precious art
Their duty to country will not be surpassed
Please honor their courage, for some it’s their last
We live in a world which can be hard to bear
Thank God for these people, how greatly they care
Do ponder new heroes and what they will face
And pray for their safety no matter their place
Our heritage brings out the best, we all know
Our great book of heroes is destined to grow
Samurai Karate Studio is teaches a traditional style of karate, serving children and adults starting at age 4 years and is located at 2000 Clemson Road, Suite # 9, Columbia, SC 29229. You may learn more about our studio by calling us at 803-462-9425 or visiting our website at www.samuraikaratestudio.net.
God Bless!
Do you have what it takes to "live by the code"?
Yestreday I helped my little sister on Taigo1 and with kick drill#1.And also her kicks .
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