Today we honor and remember the brave service members and civilians who lost their lives in the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. Let us join together on this National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day to commemorate their courage and honor their memory for generations to come.
December 7 will always leave a special memory but along with Pearl Harbor attack December 7, 1963 was the day I was welcomed aboard Fighter Squadron 51 at NAS Miramar by then Commanding Officer James Bond Stockdale. Mr Stockdale would become a POW for 7 & 1/2 years before being awarded our nations highest military honor THE CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR! His son James Jr and I would become friends and were Co Speakers at the 40th Reunion of the USS Ticonderoga on CVA-14 night May 2011 at Washington DC. Skip as I called him was one of the most intelligent caring men I have ever met in my life. He would pass in July 2005. RIP SIR!
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Welcome to the Ultimate Showdown: Conning Conundrum Syndrome vs. Trump Derangement Syndrome!
In one corner, we have... Conning Conundrum Syndrome (CCS)!
- Symptoms: Unshakable loyalty, denial reflex, and the blame game shuffle. Victims insist they haven't been conned by Trump and Putin, despite overwhelming evidence that could make a blindfolded jury shout "Guilty!"
And in the other corner, we have... Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS)!
- Symptoms: Uncontrollable eye-rolling at the mention of Trump, spontaneous fits of fact-checking, and an intense urge to debunk every tweet. Accused sufferers vehemently oppose Trump, sometimes with a fervor that rivals a sports fan during the playoffs.
CCS - "Conning Conundrum Syndrome" is like having a GPS that stubbornly refuses to recalibrate. You're headed for a cliff, but it keeps saying, "Turn right in 100 feet." You’re convinced the destination is glorious, but spoiler alert: it’s a steep drop into reality.
TDS - "Trump Derangement Syndrome" is like having a highly sensitive radar that detects every single Trump-related blip, no matter how small. You’re hyper-aware of every move, comment, and typo, often resulting in high blood pressure and a sudden urge to tweet.
Denial vs. Obsession
- CCS: "No way, Trump’s perfect!"
- TDS: "No way, Trump’s terrible!"
Blame Game vs. Blame Flame
- CCS: "What about those emails?"
- TDS: "What about that tax return?"
Loyalty vs. Paranoia
- CCS: "Trump could do no wrong."
- TDS: "Trump can do no right."
The Hilarious Hypocrisy:
- CCS sufferers are like fans at a magic show, utterly convinced that the magician’s tricks are real, while TDS sufferers are the skeptics yelling, "I see the wires!"
- CCS Remedy: "Come on, admitting you've been conned isn't that bad. Think of it like realizing the magician pulls rabbits out of hats, not thin air."
- TDS Remedy: "Hey, take a breath. Sometimes it’s okay to let a tweet pass by without a full investigation. Not every blip is a bombshell."
In the grand scheme of things, both CCS and TDS could use a little bit of perspective, a dash of humor, and a lot less stress. After all, life’s too short to be stuck in a syndrome, right?
So, whether you’re staunchly defending or constantly critiquing, remember to laugh along the way. Because in the end, we’re all just trying to navigate this crazy world, one conundrum at a time.
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On the anniversary of D-Day, it is worth thinking about what we will do with the freedom earned by those who served their countries. My father-in-law put his life on the line at Normandy and beyond. It would be dishonourable of me to ignore the sacrifices made in that war against tyranny, dictators and their ilk being pushed forward by the narcissistic overly rich today. Best represented by their poster child who called veterans "losers" and "suckers".
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Remembering Pearl Harbor: Honoring Lives and Their Stories
Today, we reflect on the bravery and sacrifice of those who lived through the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. This devastating event changed the course of history and shaped the lives of an entire generation.
The attack destroyed or damaged nearly 20 American naval vessels, including eight battleships, and over 300 airplanes. Tragically, 2,403 Americans were killed, and 1,178 others were wounded. This unprovoked assault was a catalyst for the United States to join World War II. Just days later, Germany and Italy declared war on the United States, bringing the nation into a global conflict that would define a generation.
For those who were there, the memories are vivid: the shock, the fear, and the resilience in the face of unimaginable horror. These firsthand accounts are more than history—they are living reminders of courage and humanity.
If you’re lucky enough to know someone who lived through that time, take a moment today to listen. Ask them what they remember, how they felt, and how life changed for them. Record their stories. Write them down. These personal narratives are treasures that preserve the lessons of our past for future generations.
Let's not just remember the attack but also the incredible resolve that followed. Americans came together in unity, resilience, and a shared determination to defend freedom. It’s a reminder of what we can achieve when we stand together in the face of adversity.
Let's also commit to honoring the voices of those who bore witness. History is not just found in textbooks; it lives in the hearts and minds of those who were there.
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KNOW YOUR HISTORY:
Memorial Day was started by former slaves on May, 1, 1865 in Charleston, SC to honor 257 dead Union Soldiers who had been buried in a mass grave in a Confederate prison camp. They dug up the bodies and worked for 2 weeks to give them a proper burial as gratitude for fighting for their freedom. They then held a parade of 10,000 people led by 2,800 Black children where they marched, sang and celebrated.
Origins: The custom of holding observances (including the laying of flowers on burial sites) to remember and honor those who gave their lives in military service goes back many hundreds, if not thousands, of years. In the United States, that custom has long since been formalized in the creation of Memorial Day (formerly known as Decoration Day), a federal holiday observed on the last Monday in May to remember the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Traditionally, every year the President of the United States (or, in his absence, another high-ranking government official) visits Arlington National Cemetery on Memorial Day to honor all those Americans who have died in military service to their country by participating in a symbolic wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns.
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The psychological legacy of American slavery and racism continues to affect the modern professional military, despite strides towards equality. In this in-depth article, we argue that the military's current efforts are insufficient to counteract this legacy. We explore the historical context, analyze the shortcomings of existing measures, and propose novel, evidence-based strategies to create a more inclusive and equitable environment for all service members. Join the discussion on how we can build a stronger, unified force by addressing these critical issues head-on.
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(Written on January 11, 2014) Neither narrow-minded ultra-nationalism nor extremely globalized border-free one-world government is considered to be an ideal form of the future world. It is significant for a person in each nation to maintain a global perspective and interact with many from different culture. However, each nation needs to maintain its independent national identity without being inclined to exclusive ultra-nationalism. No matter how international cross-cultural interaction is significant for the globalization and internationalization of each nation, it is a dangerous idea for one to expect the rise of one-world government beyond the national boundary, because it might lead to the rise of autocratic dictator who controls the entire world and oppress those who oppose his or her dictatorship through military forces under his or her authority. For Christians, it associates them with the rise of the anti-Christ and his great tribulation in the end of the history. Therefore, it is significant for each nation to maintain her solid national identity without becoming close-minded ultra-nationalism.
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2moDecember 7 will always leave a special memory but along with Pearl Harbor attack December 7, 1963 was the day I was welcomed aboard Fighter Squadron 51 at NAS Miramar by then Commanding Officer James Bond Stockdale. Mr Stockdale would become a POW for 7 & 1/2 years before being awarded our nations highest military honor THE CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR! His son James Jr and I would become friends and were Co Speakers at the 40th Reunion of the USS Ticonderoga on CVA-14 night May 2011 at Washington DC. Skip as I called him was one of the most intelligent caring men I have ever met in my life. He would pass in July 2005. RIP SIR!