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[Marylovesthelions]

To be there with the Blue Band playing our National Anthem and 109,500 fans loudly singing was spine tingling. You will never see this sort of patriotism in the media. You have to be there. I will always be very, very proud to be a Lion and an American. My eyes teared up and my mind envisioned the thousands of kids who died in battle for us. What a great weekend!

 

[Midnighter2]

To be there with the Blue Band playing our National Anthem and 109,500 fans loudly singing was spine tingling. You will never see this sort of patriotism in the media. You have to be there. I will always be very, very proud to be a Lion and an American. My eyes teared up and my mind envisioned the thousands of kids who died in battle for us. What a great weekend!

Not the media’a job to report on patriotism. It’s personal for many people - my career Marine father included. He has a tattoo he got at 18 in Okinawa that is the EGA and the phrase, ‘Death Before Dishonor.’ He never flew an American flag on holidays. Said he didn’t need to - didn’t have to prove his patriotism to anyone. I feel the same.

But sincerely glad you enjoyed it.

 

[MikeDerukey]

Not the media’a job to report on patriotism. It’s personal for many people - my career Marine father included. He has a tattoo he got at 18 in Okinawa that is the EGA and the phrase, ‘Death Before Dishonor.’ He never flew an American flag on holidays. Said he didn’t need to - didn’t have to prove his patriotism to anyone. I feel the same.

But sincerely glad you enjoyed it.

That's because flying the American flag isn't patriotism, it's nationalism. The same goes for the national anthem. Those things have nothing to do with patriotism and everything to do with nationalism.

 

[BlueLion]

To be there with the Blue Band playing our National Anthem and 109,500 fans loudly singing was spine tingling. You will never see this sort of patriotism in the media. You have to be there. I will always be very, very proud to be a Lion and an American. My eyes teared up and my mind envisioned the thousands of kids who died in battle for us. What a great weekend!

I always wonder why people can't just make a nice heart felt compliment about something without taking a negative shot at something or someone they don't like. In my opinion, it ruins the feel good vibe the comment was meant to invoke.

 

[Midnighter2]

That's because flying the American flag isn't patriotism, it's nationalism. The same goes for the national anthem. Those things have nothing to do with patriotism and everything to do with nationalism.

Eh, you grow up on Marine bases in the 70s and 80s and it’s patriotism.

 

[psuro]

That's because flying the American flag isn't patriotism, it's nationalism. The same goes for the national anthem. Those things have nothing to do with patriotism and everything to do with nationalism.

Funny you mention this. Most people wouldn’t be able to tell the difference. Or even know there is one.

 

[fkkkjm]

Funny you mention this. Most people wouldn’t be able to tell the difference. Or even know there is one.

Actually there really isn’t too much of a difference. More like - do you want to put a positive or negative spin on love of ones country.

 

[YeOldeCup]

That's because flying the American flag isn't patriotism, it's nationalism. The same goes for the national anthem. Those things have nothing to do with patriotism and everything to do with nationalism.

Perhaps in your very narrow perspective/world. For over 200 years that was not the case. Only in this day and age, through bizarre redefinitions and social media, has that perception been altered for some.

 

[The Spin Meister]

Funny you mention this. Most people wouldn’t be able to tell the difference. Or even know there is one.

Apparently, liberals don’t.

 

[LaJollaLion]

Good thoughts Mary...just leave it at that.

 

[Vic Vaselino]

To be there with the Blue Band playing our National Anthem and 109,500 fans loudly singing was spine tingling. You will never see this sort of patriotism in the media. You have to be there. I will always be very, very proud to be a Lion and an American. My eyes teared up and my mind envisioned the thousands of kids who died in battle for us. What a great weekend!

Grandson is in the Blue Band, couldn't be more proud.

 

[psu7113]

That's because flying the American flag isn't patriotism, it's nationalism. The same goes for the national anthem. Those things have nothing to do with patriotism and everything to do with nationalism.

Ok, assuming you weren’t being facetious, please define patriotism. Please also define nationalism and explain how it differs from patriotism.

 

[MtNittany]

Nice post Mary.

Glad you had a good time.

 

[91Joe95]

To be there with the Blue Band playing our National Anthem and 109,500 fans loudly singing was spine tingling. You will never see this sort of patriotism in the media. You have to be there. I will always be very, very proud to be a Lion and an American. My eyes teared up and my mind envisioned the thousands of kids who died in battle for us. What a great weekend!

I'm glad you enjoyed it. It's nice to see people happy.

 

[CVLion]

I'm glad you enjoyed it. It's nice to see people happy.

Yes, happy thoughts people. Far too many things turn into debates or worse these days IMO. Our Lions are looking good and winning, let’s enjoy it! 👍

 

[mn78psu83]

To be there with the Blue Band playing our National Anthem and 109,500 fans loudly singing was spine tingling. You will never see this sort of patriotism in the media. You have to be there. I will always be very, very proud to be a Lion and an American. My eyes teared up and my mind envisioned the thousands of kids who died in battle for us. What a great weekend!

Mary, it's wonderful that you had the opportunity to attend and enjoy the last two games. It sounds like you really made the most of it.

 

[jimarnp]

Not the media’a job to report on patriotism. It’s personal for many people - my career Marine father included. He has a tattoo he got at 18 in Okinawa that is the EGA and the phrase, ‘Death Before Dishonor.’ He never flew an American flag on holidays. Said he didn’t need to - didn’t have to prove his patriotism to anyone. I feel the same.

But sincerely glad you enjoyed it.

Nobody said anything about a “ report on patriotism “. And It IS personal for many people. That should never preclude airing the anthem without comment , as it is inexorably tied to the game/event itself . Allowing those who appreciate its symbolism/ meaning to tie it to whatever they “personally” wish, while allowing the disinterested or the seething detractors to turn off the sound….. just as I often do to the ESPIN announcers.— Nothing is being forced down anyone’s throat .

 

[Kellerdog]

To be there with the Blue Band playing our National Anthem and 109,500 fans loudly singing was spine tingling. You will never see this sort of patriotism in the media. You have to be there. I will always be very, very proud to be a Lion and an American. My eyes teared up and my mind envisioned the thousands of kids who died in battle for us. What a great weekend!

War Damn Mary…

 

[1PSUfootball1]

Come on man...don't you know it aint cool anymore to love your country. Get woke yo.

 

[Nittany1997]

Great post Mary, I hope you make it to many more games.

 

[JayWye]

That's because flying the American flag isn't patriotism, it's nationalism. The same goes for the national anthem. Those things have nothing to do with patriotism and everything to do with nationalism.

LOL...nice content-free word salad!!

 

[walleye38]

To be there with the Blue Band playing our National Anthem and 109,500 fans loudly singing was spine tingling. You will never see this sort of patriotism in the media. You have to be there. I will always be very, very proud to be a Lion and an American. My eyes teared up and my mind envisioned the thousands of kids who died in battle for us. What a great weekend!

As a former Air Force vet. I am extremely proud of you. My eye's always tear up at the National Anthem.