Patriotism

                               Does Patriotism Still Matter?      

          Patriotism is one of the most important things in the world. Did you ever at least take five minutes of your time to remember how you are what you are now? When I hear patriotism , I think of the flag, soldiers, honor, society, independence, all these words come to mind. But, have you looked up the word patriotism yet?

              Does patriotism still matter? Yes! Of course! It matters because there are still soldiers out there, fighting for you. They probably don’t even know you, but they still fight. So many soldiers are giving up their lives, just for you, because you deserve the chance to live and be free.  Patriotism means love, support, loyalty, for your country. Maybe there is something we can do. Many people write letters to veterans and soldiers and send canned goods. If we started collecting money for a good cause and helped pay for wounds and surgery and medication, we may be able to make a difference in a soldier’s life. Remember that even you could start the world’s biggest chain reaction.

               We celebrate July 4^th and November 11^th with fireworks and balloons. We have parties and celebrations. We honor the people who serve us. When you are there, watching the sky as it changes from colors from red, to white, to blue, you remember all those happy times you had and those sad ones. You have fun with your family and friends and make the most of it. You might see people looking up at the stars and crying because they know that they made the right choice and let their children fight. 

          Everyday, you get up and say The Pledge of Allegiance.  You say it for a reason. You are making a pledge to you country and don’t be afraid to stand up and salute for what’s right.  Be the different one who does things for the right cause. The time is now, for you to make a change, and start something new, because every cloud has a silver lining.