Saturday 9

American Soldier

It is raining...again!  With nothing more to do, I am joining Saturday 9
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Saturday 9: American Soldier (2003)

Unfamiliar with this week's song? Hear it here.

Memorial Day is a federal holiday that honors men and women who served and died in the United States Armed Forces. We want to make sure that message is not lost this weekend.

1) Are you a veteran? Are there veterans in your family? Do you know anyone who is active military? We are grateful and want to hear about it.

I am not a veteran but I am married to one and mother-in-love to another.  I have many veterans in my family and friends.  I don't currently know any active military.

2) In this song, Toby Keith reminds us soldiers "work straight through holidays," even this one, and we are grateful for that, too. Have you ever had to work on a federal holiday? If yes, did it make you sad to be on the job when everyone else was celebrating?

Of course I've had to work on federal holidays...all holidays for that matter.  No, I wasn't sad about it.  After all, bills still need to be paid even on holidays.

3) The video for this song was filmed at Edwards Air Force Base. This site was chosen to make it easier for off-duty soldiers, reservists and their families to appear. Have you ever visited a military base?

I've never visiting a military base but I've lived close to one and have driven through several.

4) Toby Keith never served in the military but often performed for the USO. While the USO is best known for providing entertainment to our troops, they also have a "Canine Comfort Crew." Local USO centers make dogs available to troops who long to see a wagging tail. Are you a dog lover?

I'd be in a fine pickle if I didn't love dogs, since I have four.  They are my babies and best friends.

5) Memorial Day kicks off the summer season. What's your favorite picnic food?

I from the south - specifically Texas - so if there isn't fried chicken and BBQ then you are doing it wrong.

6) Let's welcome summer with ice cream. What's your favorite flavor? Cone or cup?

I am not a fan of ice cream...at all.  Give me an iced coffee or a glass of tea and I'm good.

7) This marks the weekend when Americans step up their outdoor activity and do things they may not have been able to do during the winter months. For example, when is the last time you applied mosquito repellent?

I don't use mosquito repellant.  Too many chemicals.

8) Or swam?

It's been about 25 years since I've been in the water.  I hate swimming and have an unnatural fear of drowning.  Y'all go ahead...I'll call 911 if you need it.

9) As you answer these questions, is there an air conditioner or fan on?

Again, I live in the south...of course, the A/C is running and the fans are too.  24/7 this time of year.