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In Search of an American Flag

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Motivational Power Quote

In Search of an American Flag

"And I'm proud to be an American,

where at least I know I'm free.

And I won't forget the men who died,

who gave that right to me."

Lee Greenwood, I'm Proud to be an American

    

As I see it . . . . . . .

In search of an American Flag  

Today when we putting out our flags for the July, 4th holiday, we noticed that a couple of flags where wearing out and needed to be replace.  

We have gone through this exercise many times in the past and replaced the flags that wore out.  As I spoke with my wife Barbara we decided to replace the flags that where getting old. As we talked about the flags we made a decision that when we shopped for the flags we would only buy American Flags that where make in the USA.   

We wanted America flags make in America, no I'm taking about a boycott. I'm talking about a positive decision of buying American flags make in the USA by an American Company.  

We were willing to pay more for a flag made in the USA and support an American business.  

We when to a few stores and we found flags but none of them where made in the USA. I was starting to thing that we would not find an American Flag made in the USA.  

The next store on the list was Wal-Mart and as we checked the American Flags in Wal-Mart we found America Flags make in America.  

The company name that makes the flags is Annin & Co. (www.annin.com) in Roseland New Jersey.    

When we got home our seven year old grandson Jeff enjoyed helping us to put the flags out.  

I'm proud to be an America and I'm proud to display the American Flag. The next time you are going to buy an America Flag, buy an American Flag made in the USA and maybe you help people keep their jobs.  

©2011 Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Success Coach, Speaker, Trainer and Author

 

Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Lou, Happy Fourth. I agree with you. As far as American flags are concerned I will only buy a flag made here. Like you I have had to replace my flag frequently, because I fly it regurarly and there are many options online or at the local stores. Home Depot was where I bought my my recent one: many choices, all American.

Jul 04, 2011 02:41 AM
Al Raymondi
Ocean View Realty Group in Ormond By The Sea Florida - Ormond Beach, FL
Ormond By The Sea Florida - Home and Condo Sales

Lou, it seems only right that we buy our flags that were made in the USA. have a fabulous Independence Day holiday and stay safe.

Jul 04, 2011 02:53 AM
Alan Gross
PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company, Equal Housing Lender - Bethesda, MD
Loan Consultant

It's hard to believe you can't find many American Flags made in America. Thanks for providing the information. Have a great 4th of July.

Jul 04, 2011 03:07 AM
Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

WHat a great choice for today Lou!  I love the words to this song...great one. and have a wonderful day!

Jul 04, 2011 03:36 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

A great song Lou! It does make me proud to be an American... 

Jul 04, 2011 03:57 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Very nice Lou. And very enlightening - sad huh?  Hope you have a Safe and Happy Fourth of July.  Thanks for all your motivational words and messages.

Jul 04, 2011 04:01 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

I L-O-V-E this song Lou! To me it is what makes America great and I agree with you...an American flag should be MADE IN THE U.S.A.! Happy 4th of July to you!

Jul 04, 2011 04:13 AM
Eric Crane -- Your Full Service, Discount Fee Realtor®
DPR Realty LLC - Gilbert, AZ
Greater Metro Phoenix Arizona

Hi, Lou... that song always gives me chills -- the part about losing it all and starting over with just your wife and kids...
nice to know about an American company that manufactures flags, as well.  Have a great Holiday!

Jul 04, 2011 04:59 AM
Not a real person
San Diego, CA

Just stopped by to say that I

Happy Fourth of July!

Jul 04, 2011 08:29 AM
Mary Douglas
United Country Ponderosa Realty, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado - Red Feather Lakes, CO
REALTOR, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado

Lou, I commented today on another post about Americans making our flag.  I understand the global economy however, of all things- I don't see why OUR FLAG should be an import.  Good for you for buying American - in this economy it's more important than ever.  Happy 4th of July Lou!

Jul 04, 2011 10:58 AM
Michele Miller ~ REALTOR®, LMC, HSE, CHS, SRES, CMRS
ERA Key Realty~Worcester County Realty Group - Worcester, MA
'Helping You Make the Best Move"

Lou,

I would have wanted the same thing and agree with you.

Thanks for the website!

Hope you enjoyed your 4th of July weekend!

Jul 04, 2011 11:07 PM
Anonymous
Jeff T

I've been a client of Annin for over 25 years and they provide a great product and wonderful customer service. Glad to see that people are still buying American-made products. 

Check out our <a href="http://www.www.TheFlagCompany.us.com/" target="_blank">flag and kite company</a>
Jan 22, 2012 02:19 PM
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