Posts Tagged ‘patriotism’
Wednesday, July 7th, 2010
“Character is what you do (or who you are) when no one is watching”…so you think?
I had to write my first “guest” post about the homeless man in El Paso, Texas who rescued a fallen American flag during a storm. I know that I am supposed to focus on personal injury, but what an AWESOME display of patriotism and character! The fact is, no one would have known it was him…he would have never claimed responsibility or glory…BUT a surveillance camera captured him in the act. I watched the video three times, because the story stirred up so many emotions for me.
 Character on display He rescued the fallen flag in the middle of a severe storm; taking the time to properly fold and place it on a parked vehicle. Afterwards, he retrieved the fallen flagpole and made his way back to his hidden away resting spot.
This man, Gustus Bozarth, is homeless; meaning he could be one who can be considered passed over by the “American Dream”. Regardless of his life’s circumstances, his CHARACTER was on display. I am not sure what situations landed Mr. Bozart in his current homeless state, but I am definitely a fan of a person that would regard the flag with such high esteem, even when his life reflects the very condition he fould the flag in – fallen, down, but still having worth.
“AIN’T THAT AMERICA…” John Mellencamp’s Pink Houses
Gus, you get the “gold star” for the day. Thank you, Sir.
* Found out that I spelled the lastname incorrectly – updated 7/13/10
Tags: character, homeless, patriotism
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