WTH is this???

[The Dad Fisherman]

Write a letter to the local paper explaining exactly what you saw. Sometimes that is all that is needed to get the ball rolling is a little information. Some of these people might not even realize that is the proper etiquette....they may think that you're supposed to just stand.

Just a thought

[scottw]

this might make you feel a little better...I was at my daughter's swim meet at the Y in Wareham recently and they were about to play the National Anthem but something happened to the sound so the meet official, on the fly said...."well, our team will sing the National Anthem"...... the kids on the team who were all gathered around the flag which one of them was holding at the end of the pool broke into a perfect rendition...it was awesome...most of them were 12 and under...

[justplugit]

Originally Posted by The Dad Fisherman

Write a letter to the local paper explaining exactly what you saw. Sometimes that is all that is needed to get the ball rolling is a little information. Some of these people might not even realize that is the proper etiquette....they may think that you're supposed to just stand.

Just a thought

Good thoughts TDF, but the responsibility for teaching respect should come from the parents which is easily taught by example. Too bad more kids aren't part of Boy Scouts where they learn the meaning of Patriotism along with self reliance and respect. You are to be saluted for the time and effort you put into your Troop.