I've been struggling to decide what 'theme' I would use next on my page. I'm dedicating my page to all those who lived through the 60's--and those friends who didn't make it. I'm sure everyone in my age group lost someone because of that war.
I remember one young neighbor of mine, especially: John Lankford (I called him Johnny). I had such a crush on him! I was about 15; and he was older, but he was kind to a girl with a crush. But he didn't return from the war. In remembering him:I remember that he was really good at skating; he and his partner took part in competitions.
Yes, we had some great music...and some really good movies. But what I'll always remember are the friends we lost--because of a war that the politicians always knew we could never win! I wish--and hope--that our leaders have learned from that. However, I sincerely doubt it.
Sadly, our leaders don't think about the cost in human lives when they decide that something like oil is worth dying for. And of course..the politicians aren't the ones who sacrifice for this. It's our young men and women who make this sacrifice--and for what? I really can't say. Al I know is that I've gone from being a 'hawk' to being a 'dove', mainly because of losing friends.
This is not meant to start any arguments; everyone is entitled to their own opinions on the subject. This is just 'my own thoughts'--and remembrances.
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