I have to tell you that I cried once during the National Anthem. Most people hear it all the time, but they don't really listen to it. Some people, not as many as I would like to think, actually know all the words to it. I do. I have since I was a small child. But it wasn't until I was an adult that I really understood it, and the reason that we recite it so often as Americans.
Someone famous recently really messed up the lyrics when singing it in front of millions of people. I don't know if they even knew it at the time, but I am quite sure that they know it now. I don't know whether to be angry or feel sympathy in this matter.
I would like to challenge you to read the words of the National Anthem. Think about the writer's experiences that inspired the song, and put yourself in that moment. Then, think about our soldiers who have fought for our freedom, and the freedom of others, whether you agree with the circumstances of our wars or not.
The National Anthem is our National Anthem for a reason. Think about it.
As for Christina, I still think you are beautiful and smart and funny. I just wish you hadn't messed this one up.
You are right, we should all take a moment to reflect on the meaning of the National Anthem and remember that our troops are fighting for OUR country. Even if you don't agree with why we are fighting, they are still fighting for YOU.
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