Widder, SASS #59054 Posted May 2, 2023 Share Posted May 2, 2023 There are places and events that take time to recognize Veterans. The Veterans are ask to stand so others can show 'thanks'. But nobody ever thinks about the Veterans who might not be able to stand. Those are the ones who need a front row seat. ..........Widder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassnetguy50 Posted May 2, 2023 Share Posted May 2, 2023 At some events their helper will stand with an arm over the honoree pointing at them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted May 2, 2023 Share Posted May 2, 2023 6 hours ago, sassnetguy50 said: At some events their helper will stand with an arm over the honoree pointing at them. I have seen this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colorado Coffinmaker Posted May 2, 2023 Share Posted May 2, 2023 Walk up and lean over. Hold a Photo next to their head. Compare. Yep, Atz him alright, then have the rest of the citizens applaud. A little more complicated if their already dead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forty Rod SASS 3935 Posted May 2, 2023 Share Posted May 2, 2023 I used to go with a women's Republican club that always asked the vets to stand. One old man was seated at my table about the third or fourth time I went. He asked me to help stand up. "Son, would you help me stand? I can't manage it alone." Another man and I each took a side and he got vertical, straightened as best he could, and smiled. We stayed standing for the Pledge of Allegiance. The crowd went nuts. I never knew, nor much cared, just who they were clapping for. I hope it was for him. I arranged to share his table for every meeting until he died some months later and we always stood together. At his funeral his daughter told me that she had strict instructions to tell me "thanks". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeaconKC Posted May 2, 2023 Share Posted May 2, 2023 @Forty Rod SASS 3935 you just made my computer screen kinda blurry. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyesa Horg Posted May 2, 2023 Share Posted May 2, 2023 2 minutes ago, DeaconKC said: @Forty Rod SASS 3935 you just made my computer screen kinda blurry. Thank you +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Shoer 27979 Posted May 2, 2023 Share Posted May 2, 2023 I have a very hard time standing because of the arthritis in my knees and hips, but I would surly ask for help if I need it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forty Rod SASS 3935 Posted May 2, 2023 Share Posted May 2, 2023 My time is rapidly getting to where I'll need help. I already have trouble getting up and sitting down. Once I'm there I'm alright, but achieving each position is work. Getting in and out of my car is most bothersome, cafe booths are next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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