Knowing these wars ALL OF THEM, were NOT for freedom as we were told. They were for the Billionaire Oligark's who insisted on war for only THEIR enjoyment, power and pocketbooks.
My ancestors came in 1681, being imprisoned in England. Grandfather was in WW1, France. He brought me a poppy on Nov. 11. Your posting reminds me of the poppy and his facial expression.
We are brothers of a special kind, of the ages. Music is my portal, in reverence and in our duty
Harolding the essence of what God created all to be and so few actually become.
War does, sometimes, raise even the hardest souls into the divine
as an eternal living symbol of all heroic.
This jinja wall seems a monument uniting generations with contradiction of joy, bitterness, hope and finally, apology as from the ancient greek philosopher, Plato, as spoke by Socrates.
Visceral substance; profound and glorious.
THANK-YOU FOR THIS TODAY...SUBLIME AND ALMOST SUPERNATURAL IN BEAUTY.
How many times has that same letter been written since man came into existence, in one form or another? What makes man great, also makes him horrible. The ability to create, the ability to destroy. The duality of our nature. I admire all you're doing Michael.
It is the love and reverence for his family that impresses me first. His country and family are predominant in his gratitude for the experience he has had living on this earth. This elevated thinking is inspirational. One of the huge issues I see everywhere is the lack of elevated thinking. Nationalistic thinking can be a beautiful and most positive force in a world utterly lost to more spiritual approaches to life. it does not have to be manic or reactionary...it can be rooted in life principles. But people have to be aware. We are not an aware people for the most part. We are lost in minutiae. What an experience that would be to sit under the cherry blossoms and ponder these soulful revelations. One would be moved and a little more humble.
Among all of the the Asiatics I have the highest regard for the Japanese people. While they have, at times, followed poor leaders, not unlike all other nations, the Japanese seemed to me to be a people of honor and loyalty, not to mention a people of a highly artistic, innovative and creative nature.
While living in Colorado, many years ago, I met an elderly Japanese lady who was then in her 90's. We became almost instantly good friends and I, 'sort of,' adopted her as a mother figure. She was then living, as one might expect, in an assisted living facility or what some would call an old folks home. She was 1st and foremost a lady at all times and highly respectful as well as appreciative of all my wife and I did for her. She loved my home cooked meals that we often shared with her and I'd include her in as many activities with my wife and I as practicable. We even took her with us on a trip to Yellowstone National Park where we all had an excellent time enjoying the natural scenic beauty which was/is so readily available there. We also frequently invited this little Japanese lady to join us in our semi-regular visits to a local Japanese restaurant called Namiko's in Arvada. CO.
As some of you might already be aware, the U.S. actually initiated the war (in WWII) with Japan. In effect, via the U.S. naval blockade of vital/essential materiel into Japan, according to International Law, such a blockade was a tacit declaration of war against the Island nation of Japan. So, when FDR spoke of an unprovoked attack by Japan on Pearl Harbor, on December 7, 1941, he was COMPLETELY and TOTALLY 'full of it'!
By the way that Japanese lady lived to the ripe old age of 103! She was a devout Christian and loved life with a gusto that made it a joy just to be around her! So, I guess it could be said that I had 2 mothers, one, my birth mother, who I never could relate to very much and a lovely, bright and cheerful Japanese one!
My mother is from Japan and was a child when WWII upended her life. She has many stories, and this letter reminds me of one.
Her father was from samurai lines. One of her grandmothers chronicled the family genealogy for many generations of their ancestors. But after recording the causes of death, where so many were killed in battle that, eventually, she was overwhelmed and had to stop.
She could not do them anymore. These days, I understand.
You can only write down by hand, “died in battle” so many times.
I understand where you are coming from. I respect what you are saying. But are you open to the perspective that many of these letters show a deadly mix of the influence of 19th century western Romantic nationalism and the Samurai spirit, perhaps to the detriment of the people embracing these things as their truest identity? I see this in many western countries as well (the "woke" spirit comes from this place too, the reactive "anti-nationalist" side of Romanticism, embracing violently narcissistic selfhood as a kind of replacement for nationalist identity), and now in China and India and Russia and perhaps most countries worldwide, I see the same turn toward violent nationalism as a kind of replacement for God, for highest good. I'm simply not sure if our truest identity is found within nationalism, even though I too struggle with it, having ancestors in America since its inception, and believing America to be an essentially morally good place. Just thinking out loud.
Thank you. I just like analyzing the philosophical assumptions undergirding our thought patterns as we all search for--what I think most of us are searching for--"truth." If the "pandemic" is a fraud, and the "vaccines" are bio-weapons and 9/11 is not what we were told it was, then I certainly have little use for the kind superficial nationalism held out as highest good by our "leaders." Yes, I am as vulnerable as anyone to mimetic desire and groupthink, but I believe I also have the ability to pull back, especially if given enough time alone to ponder.
Absolutely true what you are saying, in my humble opinion. I have had all my life an almost instant reaction of fear and/or revulsion to groupthink...even as a little girl. Almost uncanny how I never trusted the masses. All my life I have stood somewhat off to the side observing...especially began with health and psychiatric issues...where I got started as a teenager when my intelligent, gorgeous, gifted and angelic sister had a psychotic break due to the inadequate care and killer drugs to which her inept psychiatrists addicted her. They eventually killed her...'they' meaning the psychiatrists AND the drugs....after a life of unnecessary misery and torture. When I think of nationalism I think of universal life principles that benefit all mankind regardless of national origin.... Nationalism for us here in U.S.A., to me, means stand up and fight for a country that has given you everything. "Leaders' have no say in love felt for this brilliant idea of a country. The patriotic love comes from the individual's heart and soul only....Leaders only muck it up with politics and ego....which cannot be trusted. Damaging nationalism, dangerous nationalism is the product of politicians and the elite power brokers.
Pondering why I brought up subject of my sister's demise. It is at that moment I stopped trusting anyone in a white coat, any authority figure. Began to study for myself. This experience set me up to question everything...especially blind nationalism. Why knowing history is so important. Why Michael Yon is so important. Yesterday,another friend of mine did not wake up from a nap.. was.in good health. Groupthink killed her. Groupthink on any issue can be deadly. Why your post important...to question everything.
May all brave warriors who have unselfishly given their lives in defense of freedom eternally rest in peace with the sincere gratitude of their fellow countrymen.
I grieve for them.
Knowing these wars ALL OF THEM, were NOT for freedom as we were told. They were for the Billionaire Oligark's who insisted on war for only THEIR enjoyment, power and pocketbooks.
Watch Iron Mountain to validate what I am saying:
https://rumble.com/v6sq2tj-iron-mountain-full-documentary-reupload.html?e9s=src_v1_ucp
The devotion to duty, family & Emperor in the letters reminds me of the Vikings & Valhalla: https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtMg%3D%3D_40b00940-5068-4b78-9019-fc4eac7dfb4e
Yes. Savage warriors with civility, graciousness and honor that should be mimicked throughout the world. Deep respect here for Japanese culture.
My ancestors came in 1681, being imprisoned in England. Grandfather was in WW1, France. He brought me a poppy on Nov. 11. Your posting reminds me of the poppy and his facial expression.
We are brothers of a special kind, of the ages. Music is my portal, in reverence and in our duty
to speak for those unable: For the ages, and so many Countries in WW1 : Flanders -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vZ8Ro-j7gVo
Thank the lord MacArthur was prefecture after WW2, for the preservation of Japanese culture and honor.
Japanese National Anthem 1880-1945: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBmSgskQ9h8
Be blessed for your works. The ages will remember.
Harolding the essence of what God created all to be and so few actually become.
War does, sometimes, raise even the hardest souls into the divine
as an eternal living symbol of all heroic.
This jinja wall seems a monument uniting generations with contradiction of joy, bitterness, hope and finally, apology as from the ancient greek philosopher, Plato, as spoke by Socrates.
Visceral substance; profound and glorious.
THANK-YOU FOR THIS TODAY...SUBLIME AND ALMOST SUPERNATURAL IN BEAUTY.
❤❤❤
This letter is so profound and somehow full of wisdom. It's the story of the human soul. It's what's in us.
How many times has that same letter been written since man came into existence, in one form or another? What makes man great, also makes him horrible. The ability to create, the ability to destroy. The duality of our nature. I admire all you're doing Michael.
Thank you for sharing this. I am moved beyond words.
It is the love and reverence for his family that impresses me first. His country and family are predominant in his gratitude for the experience he has had living on this earth. This elevated thinking is inspirational. One of the huge issues I see everywhere is the lack of elevated thinking. Nationalistic thinking can be a beautiful and most positive force in a world utterly lost to more spiritual approaches to life. it does not have to be manic or reactionary...it can be rooted in life principles. But people have to be aware. We are not an aware people for the most part. We are lost in minutiae. What an experience that would be to sit under the cherry blossoms and ponder these soulful revelations. One would be moved and a little more humble.
Among all of the the Asiatics I have the highest regard for the Japanese people. While they have, at times, followed poor leaders, not unlike all other nations, the Japanese seemed to me to be a people of honor and loyalty, not to mention a people of a highly artistic, innovative and creative nature.
While living in Colorado, many years ago, I met an elderly Japanese lady who was then in her 90's. We became almost instantly good friends and I, 'sort of,' adopted her as a mother figure. She was then living, as one might expect, in an assisted living facility or what some would call an old folks home. She was 1st and foremost a lady at all times and highly respectful as well as appreciative of all my wife and I did for her. She loved my home cooked meals that we often shared with her and I'd include her in as many activities with my wife and I as practicable. We even took her with us on a trip to Yellowstone National Park where we all had an excellent time enjoying the natural scenic beauty which was/is so readily available there. We also frequently invited this little Japanese lady to join us in our semi-regular visits to a local Japanese restaurant called Namiko's in Arvada. CO.
As some of you might already be aware, the U.S. actually initiated the war (in WWII) with Japan. In effect, via the U.S. naval blockade of vital/essential materiel into Japan, according to International Law, such a blockade was a tacit declaration of war against the Island nation of Japan. So, when FDR spoke of an unprovoked attack by Japan on Pearl Harbor, on December 7, 1941, he was COMPLETELY and TOTALLY 'full of it'!
By the way that Japanese lady lived to the ripe old age of 103! She was a devout Christian and loved life with a gusto that made it a joy just to be around her! So, I guess it could be said that I had 2 mothers, one, my birth mother, who I never could relate to very much and a lovely, bright and cheerful Japanese one!
Now do Germany!
Mein Opa und meine Oma wurden in Deutschland geboren. Also liebe ich Deutschland natürlich!
My mother is from Japan and was a child when WWII upended her life. She has many stories, and this letter reminds me of one.
Her father was from samurai lines. One of her grandmothers chronicled the family genealogy for many generations of their ancestors. But after recording the causes of death, where so many were killed in battle that, eventually, she was overwhelmed and had to stop.
She could not do them anymore. These days, I understand.
You can only write down by hand, “died in battle” so many times.
touching
I understand where you are coming from. I respect what you are saying. But are you open to the perspective that many of these letters show a deadly mix of the influence of 19th century western Romantic nationalism and the Samurai spirit, perhaps to the detriment of the people embracing these things as their truest identity? I see this in many western countries as well (the "woke" spirit comes from this place too, the reactive "anti-nationalist" side of Romanticism, embracing violently narcissistic selfhood as a kind of replacement for nationalist identity), and now in China and India and Russia and perhaps most countries worldwide, I see the same turn toward violent nationalism as a kind of replacement for God, for highest good. I'm simply not sure if our truest identity is found within nationalism, even though I too struggle with it, having ancestors in America since its inception, and believing America to be an essentially morally good place. Just thinking out loud.
Quite thought provoking....and that is good for all of us.
Thank you. I just like analyzing the philosophical assumptions undergirding our thought patterns as we all search for--what I think most of us are searching for--"truth." If the "pandemic" is a fraud, and the "vaccines" are bio-weapons and 9/11 is not what we were told it was, then I certainly have little use for the kind superficial nationalism held out as highest good by our "leaders." Yes, I am as vulnerable as anyone to mimetic desire and groupthink, but I believe I also have the ability to pull back, especially if given enough time alone to ponder.
Absolutely true what you are saying, in my humble opinion. I have had all my life an almost instant reaction of fear and/or revulsion to groupthink...even as a little girl. Almost uncanny how I never trusted the masses. All my life I have stood somewhat off to the side observing...especially began with health and psychiatric issues...where I got started as a teenager when my intelligent, gorgeous, gifted and angelic sister had a psychotic break due to the inadequate care and killer drugs to which her inept psychiatrists addicted her. They eventually killed her...'they' meaning the psychiatrists AND the drugs....after a life of unnecessary misery and torture. When I think of nationalism I think of universal life principles that benefit all mankind regardless of national origin.... Nationalism for us here in U.S.A., to me, means stand up and fight for a country that has given you everything. "Leaders' have no say in love felt for this brilliant idea of a country. The patriotic love comes from the individual's heart and soul only....Leaders only muck it up with politics and ego....which cannot be trusted. Damaging nationalism, dangerous nationalism is the product of politicians and the elite power brokers.
Pondering why I brought up subject of my sister's demise. It is at that moment I stopped trusting anyone in a white coat, any authority figure. Began to study for myself. This experience set me up to question everything...especially blind nationalism. Why knowing history is so important. Why Michael Yon is so important. Yesterday,another friend of mine did not wake up from a nap.. was.in good health. Groupthink killed her. Groupthink on any issue can be deadly. Why your post important...to question everything.
May all brave warriors who have unselfishly given their lives in defense of freedom eternally rest in peace with the sincere gratitude of their fellow countrymen.