Branson, MO Upholding Patriotism and Freedom
Our family just returned from a week in Branson, Mo. The town of Branson is nestled in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains and is a rare treasure in American’s heartland. Not only was the scenery beautiful but the people were too. For those not having been to Branson – it is a hotbed of great entertainment. As always, there were fantastic shows each day and into the evening with some of our favorite performers. And, you always get your money’s worth no matter which show you choose to attend.
In addition to the beauty of the area, the great shows, museums, and activities, there stands out a quality that is sadly lacking in much of America today. You cannot go to Branson and not feel the patriotism that is part of every performance. From the honoring of our veterans, servicemen, and the families of servicemen currently serving and those that have passed on – you feel the pride and gratitude for those servicemen and women protecting America’s freedom at home and abroad. There is no embarrassment as these performers ask the audience to pay tribute to these heroes who stand at the ready to defend our freedom and the freedom of others. You not only feel the love of country but the love of God. From free gospel concerts on Sunday to praying before a meal at the Circle B Chuckwagon, and viewing the Roy Rogers and Dale Evans Museum, you can feel God’s presence. You can see the people responding in ways that encourages our faith.
Branson seems to take us back to our roots of Judeo-Christian principles. So many of the shows point us toward a greater hope in our country and our people. It keeps alive the spirit of America that is so often overlooked in our busy, hurried lives.
Our family came away with a renewed source of pride in our country, hope, and a positive feeling that all is not wrong with the world but there is so much right in America.
We happened upon a memorial to our military that had been dedicated by Bob Hope and the children of the Ozarks. The monument is located on Gretna Road and is housed in a small open pavilion. The memorial stands as a memorial to all branches of the military. On one side of the pedestal is the Pledge of Allegiance, one side shows the symbols of each branch of service, and on the fourth side, the following poem is written:
“As the eagles soars,
so can we.
No height is unattainable,
no goal too lofty,
Nothing is beyond our grasp
when we live in freedom.”
By Marvin Motley
Veteran
Love of country, freedom, and God is alive in Branson and for one week, our family got to soak up the feelings that will carry us forward in our fight for freedom for our beloved America. Our hearts soared as we heard the words to “God Bless America!”
FAR Editor
The willingness to express their thanks and faith was evident in almost every venue that we visited. No fear of upsetting anyone with their stnce. In what liberals would call “fly-over country” the people know what is important for the country and their faith in God.