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As I Drive Through The Small New England Towns That I Call My Office During This Time of Year

By Carol-Ann Palmieri

Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX Executive Realty, Al and Cal Realty Group S-96414

May 25, 2011 01:34 AM

As I drive through the small New England towns that I call my office during this time of year

I am all at once saddened and filled with pride as I see the amount of American Flags flying proudly from the telephone poles throughout the centers of these small communities. Recently a young visitor from Germany commented to me that it was amazing to see how many homes flew the American Flag!

Funny, I have come to think of it as common place.

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And while I feel this immense surge of pride at seeing these displays at this time of year, it is a heavy reminder of those men and women who gave their lives in service to this country.

While I know and understand that this "holiday" has become the official "kick" off for the summer season, I am glad to see that these New England communities have not forgotten those that have fallen and it makes my heart swell with pride to know that the meaning of the day has survived.

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I've been trying to capture the feeling of patriotism with my camera as I drive through some of these town centers, but am clearly unable to do so.

The thought remains.

Carol Ann Palmieri 508-494-9061 Cal@alandcal.com

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Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Lovely post Carol and nice pictures. There are many of us who long for this kind of community.

May 25, 2011 01:36 AM

Barbara Todaro

RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA

Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Good omrning, Carol-Ann....I think most of the town in our area continue to display pride and honor for those fallen soldiers....I know Franklin does its part.

May 25, 2011 01:46 AM

Brenda Mullen

RE/MAX Associates - San Antonio, TX

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That is wonderful that your town remembers the fallen Soldiers! Those are terrific pictures and give us all a sense of pride :)! Thank you for sharing them!

May 25, 2011 02:09 AM

Carol-Ann Palmieri

RE/MAX Executive Realty, Al and Cal Realty Group - Franklin, MA

"Cal" the Real Estate Gal

Hi Sheila. Thank you. It is a terrific place to live and work. Have a great day!

May 25, 2011 03:54 AM

Hi Barbara. I agree and Franklin is for sure a quintessential New England town. Thank you for reading.

May 25, 2011 04:00 AM

Good Morning Brenda! Those pictures do no justice, but I just had to try and capture the spirit. Thank you!

May 25, 2011 04:02 AM

Ginny Gorman

RI Real Estate Services ~ 401-529-7849~ RI Waterfront Real Estate - North Kingstown, RI

Homes for Sale in Southern RI and beyond

Carol Ann, nice post & i too think about the men & women who have gone before & are in our armed forces ...especially my dad. thanks

May 25, 2011 04:23 AM

Ginny. A nod to your Dad.

May 25, 2011 04:51 AM

Sheila Newton Team Anderson & Greenville SC

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - C. Dan Joyner - Anderson, SC

Selling the Upstate since 1989

It is easy to forget what the holiday is for !!! Every one is so excited about the start of summer, they don't think about the meaning of the day as much as they used to..Thanks for the reminder.

May 25, 2011 03:55 PM

Hi Team. I agree, and I am also so excited for the start of summer! Three sunny days in a row so far! Have a great day.

May 26, 2011 01:05 AM

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Nancy Carroll

There is a town not far from us where a gentlman posts the name, branch of service and date of death of a fallen soldier on telephone poles. It is sad to see how many of the poles have names on them. What a tribute to those who have sacrificed so much for our country and freedom.

Thanks for sharing !

May 26, 2011 02:50 PM

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Al Raymondi

Ocean View Realty Group in Ormond By The Sea Florida - Ormond Beach, FL

Ormond By The Sea Florida - Home and Condo Sales

Great post Cal, and thanks for the reminder that this is not just a long weekend but the day has a very special meaning.

May 27, 2011 05:50 AM

Virginia Hepp - Mesquite NV REALTOR

Desert Gold Realty - Mesquite NV Homes For Sale - Mesquite, NV

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A very important day for our country.

A neighbor flies our flag every day. He has an old car, the house could use some work. But that flag blows in the wind every day. I love that house. He is proud of his country and proud of his service.

May 27, 2011 01:55 PM

Hi Nancy. I saw that one year, Holliston MA right? That is very sad to see those names and ages. Thank you.

May 28, 2011 01:21 AM

Hi Al. Thank you. The stores are all open, it's business as usual, it makes it much easier to forget. I hope you have a great weekend!

May 28, 2011 01:24 AM

Hi Virginia. I love that. Thank you.

May 28, 2011 01:25 AM

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