So, I’m finishing up a four-day weekend, thanks to the holiday. And I have to say that it wasn’t so bad – even with the PMS. I watched a thing on History on Saturday about the War of 1812 that really helped to complete something inside of me that has been mostly untapped. Like most people, I didn’t know a lot about this war. I am mostly familiar with WWI, WWII, and Vietnam due to sharing an interest in American wars with my dad and watching the History Channel with him. Anyway, this 2-hour show was very educational and interesting to say the least. The War of 1812 was our country’s second war with Great Britain for our independence. It was filled with heroes and helped further cement our patriotism. Not to mention the Battle at Fort McHenry being the inspiration for our National Anthem. This was one of the amazing things that I learned from watching this show. Francis Scott Key literally watched from a truce vessel offshore as the battle went on through the night. Then, in the morning, he was greeted by the sight of our flag signifying our victory. He was so inspired, he wrote the poem then and there. Most of you may remember facts like that one about this war from school. I’m sure I learned all about it in school, as well. But, thanks to memory problems (more about that in another post), sadly, I’ve forgotten most of it.
Anyway, it was an okay weekend. I got several things accomplished – little things – but still things that needed to be done. Mom’s coming in 10 days and I would like the place to be presentable.
Well, it’s bedtime for me now. Look for more posts from me in the future. I have a ton of crap in the brain to clear out and I think it’s only fair that I share it all with you… my non-existent readers, since I’m sure not a soul reads this. But that's alright, because I know it’s there and I can read it. After all, that’s what matters most. :)
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