OH Jay that is so good to know. I will pass this information on.When we worked the cemeteries many times it was recording being played. I did hear the last military funeral they had here there were two horn players. One close and one back on the hill and I was told it was really wonderful. Both real horns. I remember bag pipes too and they are really nice.

Taps brings tears every time to me.

Thanks for what you do too.

Thanks Jay. It was a recording at the last funeral I went to also. I didn't know you played the trumpet. I've also wondered why no one ever sings Taps like we used to do in Girl Scouts.

Many people don't realize there are lyrics. Here's the first verse:

Day is done,
Gone the sun,
From the lake
From the hills
From the sky,
All is well,
Safely, rest,
God is near.

I also remember singing to taps. And we lowered our arms as we sang like the setting sun. I had forgotten until you reminded me Marti.

I didn't know there were words to it. i've seen the guy who started it be interviewed on TV several times over the past few yrs. God bless him - and you and all of those who volunteer to do this.

It always brings tears to my eyes.

And in a couple of days, the tenth anniversary of 9/11.
Seeing clips from the event, the whole traumatic aftermath, it brings a big lump to my throat.

And tonight after the President spoke, they made a news break that there is probably a terrorist event planned for Washington or New York City....not known yet what or where.
It made me feel sick on my stomach. I guess they want us to get the message that any time they wish, they can reach out and get us. But we shall see. This country was not created and defended by wimps and cowards.

God bless America.