“We are not now that strength which in old days
Moved earth and heaven; that which we are, we are;
One equal temper of heroic hearts,
Made weak by time and fate, but strong in will
To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.”
-- "Ulysses" by Lord Alfred Tennyson
Moved earth and heaven; that which we are, we are;
One equal temper of heroic hearts,
Made weak by time and fate, but strong in will
To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.”
-- "Ulysses" by Lord Alfred Tennyson
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If you've seen the new James Bond movie, "Skyfall", you'll recognize this as the poem that M (Judy Dench) recites so gracefully about halfway through the movie. It solidifies a theme that runs through the whole movie of old vs. new, renewal, destruction and resurrection. The poem moved me to think about Veteran's Day and the trials that our servicemen and women have endured to keep this country free.
The brave soldiers that serve and have served in our military have moved earth and heaven. They are a force for good on this planet, ever vigilant, a steadfast friend or unyielding foe, a savior to many. Time and again, they have been called upon to lay their lives on the line for America and others. Today is the day that we recognize their heroicism, their honor, their sacrifice.
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| The Heritage and Guardianship status outside the National Archives during our trip to DC in 2005. |
If you meet a veteran today, please thank them for their service. Today is their day.
Amen Sister!
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