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KiD
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Mon Jul 21, 2014 10:07 am
There Is Troops In All Countries lol How Would It Offend N E One ~ They All Deserve The Same Thanks ~ Some Of You Guys Act Like The US Troops Are The Only Ones Who Fight ~ lol Wouldn't Be Offensive At All ~

Moxii
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Mon Jul 21, 2014 10:22 am
I doubt the troops would even know they are being supported in a game called YoWorld...with all the stuff they've got going on and all.
I don't care one way or the other about a theme like this...I wouldn't be offended either way.
I'd prefer not to be constantly reminded of the useless wars and all the lives lost, but hey...that's just me.

Clementina RoseWood
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Mon Jul 21, 2014 9:57 pm
Moxii (105074356) wrote:I'd prefer not to be constantly reminded of the useless wars and all the lives lost, but hey...that's just me.


This. :)

L Y N D S O
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Mon Jul 21, 2014 10:19 pm
Moxii (105074356) wrote:I doubt the troops would even know they are being supported in a game called YoWorld...with all the stuff they've got going on and all.
I don't care one way or the other about a theme like this...I wouldn't be offended either way.
I'd prefer not to be constantly reminded of the useless wars and all the lives lost, but hey...that's just me.


Ahh stings a little...
But just cause im joining the military, I don't want to think anything that I do in my service would be thought of useless...

Just saying

lucks
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Mon Jul 21, 2014 10:20 pm
L Y N D S O (178293755) wrote:
Moxii (105074356) wrote:I doubt the troops would even know they are being supported in a game called YoWorld...with all the stuff they've got going on and all.
I don't care one way or the other about a theme like this...I wouldn't be offended either way.
I'd prefer not to be constantly reminded of the useless wars and all the lives lost, but hey...that's just me.


Ahh stings a little...
But just cause im joining the military, I don't want to think anything that I do in my service would be thought of useless...

Just saying

Yeah i say that part was a bit too much.

Nutcase
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Mon Jul 21, 2014 10:48 pm
I'm from Canada, and I wouldn't be "offended" but I sure wouldn't buy anything "supporting troops" with an american flag on it. If anything, they should do a UN theme or something, that way every nation can feel somewhat represented. :D

RoryMaeElmsCash
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Tue Jul 22, 2014 1:51 pm
Margo YWOT (9983908) wrote:[b][i][color=#FF0000]Seems if it isn't something to do with Star Wars, Witches or the Undead, it ain't fit to do in YoWorld anymore! What's wrong with you people? Don't you remember how many died for you (and I ain't talking about on TV!) They lost their lives for YOU. You wouldn't be able to express your opinion if it weren't for them; you couldn't assemble in groups; if not for them. And most of all, we'd probably be speaking another language by now if they hadn't given their lives for YOU! Remember, those who forget history are doomed to repeat it!


I agree 100%! That is the point I am trying to make!! People have either lost their lives and/or been seriously injured in Afghanistan and in Iraq! there are so many people from my area who have been killed in Iraq and Afghanistan. But "Support Our Troops" theme is a good idea as well.

RoryMaeElmsCash
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Tue Jul 22, 2014 1:53 pm
HiMom Lucks (185283611) wrote:
L Y N D S O (178293755) wrote:
Moxii (105074356) wrote:I doubt the troops would even know they are being supported in a game called YoWorld...with all the stuff they've got going on and all.
I don't care one way or the other about a theme like this...I wouldn't be offended either way.
I'd prefer not to be constantly reminded of the useless wars and all the lives lost, but hey...that's just me.


Ahh stings a little...
But just cause im joining the military, I don't want to think anything that I do in my service would be thought of useless...

Just saying

Yeah i say that part was a bit too much.



there are family members on Yoworld who have family members who are currently serving and/or have served overseas in Iraq and/or Afghanistan and/or other countries. So yes, the families would know.

RoryMaeElmsCash
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Tue Jul 22, 2014 1:54 pm
Deadly Lacrimosa (5164632) wrote:
Likkety Split (106551670) wrote:We've had Memorial Day each year with lots of uniforms and war gear. I think it would be offensive just to make a war hero theme by itself, especially if you're living in a country that the US declared war upon without UN agreement. Tis a slippery slope.



The US hasn't formally declared war upon anyone since Paris Peace Treaty (February 10, 1947)

WWII

Not sure how that would offend anyone today.



that is true. I am a history person, and I remember that

RoryMaeElmsCash
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Tue Jul 22, 2014 1:56 pm
Deadly Lacrimosa (5164632) wrote:
Margo YWOT (9983908) wrote:Seems if it isn't something to do with Star Wars, Witches or the Undead, it ain't fit to do in YoWorld anymore! What's wrong with you people? Don't you remember how many died for you (and I ain't talking about on TV!) They lost their lives for YOU. You wouldn't be able to express your opinion if it weren't for them; you couldn't assemble in groups; if not for them. And most of all, we'd probably be speaking another language by now if they hadn't given their lives for YOU! Remember, those who forget history are doomed to repeat it!



We have to remember here that the United States isn't the only country that plays this game.

Perhaps it would be more neutral to do a "Support Our Troops" theme without the designation of
Country or Origin.

When you say "What's wrong with you people?" we have to remember that "you people" could
be anyone from any country. While I love where I live and think it's the greatest place on the planet
I'm sure that others feel their country is also the greatest place on the planet.

There's nothing "wrong" with "you people" except for the fact that they do not share
a military bond nor a patriotic feeling towards our country.



yknow a support our troops theme is a great idea!

Mortania Evermore
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Tue Jul 22, 2014 1:58 pm
We have plenty in game to give tribute, should we choose. Let's see what you can come up with.

Moxii
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Tue Jul 22, 2014 2:17 pm
HiMom Lucks (185283611) wrote:
L Y N D S O (178293755) wrote:
Moxii (105074356) wrote:I doubt the troops would even know they are being supported in a game called YoWorld...with all the stuff they've got going on and all.
I don't care one way or the other about a theme like this...I wouldn't be offended either way.
I'd prefer not to be constantly reminded of the useless wars and all the lives lost, but hey...that's just me.


Ahh stings a little...
But just cause im joining the military, I don't want to think anything that I do in my service would be thought of useless...

Just saying

Yeah i say that part was a bit too much.

It's just an opinion. I am entitled to that, right?
Sorry to those I've offended...I didn't mean to. But I stand by what I said.

Laudy Daudy
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Tue Jul 22, 2014 2:25 pm
I think it's a lovely idea. My son is in the Air Force. May God bless all the men and women who serve to protect our great country.

TeddyP I N K
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Tue Jul 22, 2014 2:28 pm
L Y N D S O (178293755) wrote:
Ahh stings a little...
But just cause im joining the military, I don't want to think anything that I do in my service would be thought of useless...

Just saying

:( Sad, ..war is sad and the loss of lives bc of war is sad....The only war that I think did any good was WWII... I can't think of one that was actually good for the US....or any country... People with power seem to desire corruption and mayhem...then the people that follow them to vote are nearly as worse as the leaders bc anything the leader does, they protect...it's insanity! I love my country, but I can't stand this government. Good luck to u in the service, but useless, nah, ur service is very much needed even in peace time xD

Moxii
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Tue Jul 22, 2014 2:30 pm
TeddyP I N K (110813986) wrote:
L Y N D S O (178293755) wrote:
Ahh stings a little...
But just cause im joining the military, I don't want to think anything that I do in my service would be thought of useless...

Just saying

:( Sad, ..war is sad and the loss of lives bc of war is sad....The only war that I think did any good was WWII... I can't think of one that was actually good for the US....or any country... People with power seem to desire corruption and mayhem...then the people that follow them to vote are nearly as worse as the leaders bc anything the leader does, they protect...it's insanity! I love my country, but I can't stand this government. Good luck to u in the service, but useless, nah, ur service is very much needed even in peace time xD

Very well said.

The incessant wars are what I find useless. The need for peaceful diplomacy is much more necessary IMO.
No one's service is useless. Again...I apologize for that. It's not what I meant...it was worded poorly.

Clementina RoseWood
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Wed Jul 23, 2014 4:58 am
Moxii (105074356) wrote:
TeddyP I N K (110813986) wrote:
L Y N D S O (178293755) wrote:
Ahh stings a little...
But just cause im joining the military, I don't want to think anything that I do in my service would be thought of useless...

Just saying

:( Sad, ..war is sad and the loss of lives bc of war is sad....The only war that I think did any good was WWII... I can't think of one that was actually good for the US....or any country... People with power seem to desire corruption and mayhem...then the people that follow them to vote are nearly as worse as the leaders bc anything the leader does, they protect...it's insanity! I love my country, but I can't stand this government. Good luck to u in the service, but useless, nah, ur service is very much needed even in peace time xD

Very well said.

The incessant wars are what I find useless. The need for peaceful diplomacy is much more necessary IMO.
No one's service is useless. Again...I apologize for that. It's not what I meant...it was worded poorly.


These. :)

Lady Muck
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Wed Jul 23, 2014 5:53 am
Can I suggest an idea for all those who want to pay tribute to service people? What about donating to a charity that helps veterans. There are so many who are homeless or suffering terribly from the aftermath of war, with PTSD, alcohol and drug dependency, debilitating injuries etc. That sort of tribute would surely be more useful than buying items in a game.

Judge Moody
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Wed Jul 23, 2014 6:16 am
KimmieJAYYCPRyder (102037529) wrote:HEY GUYS! I have a suggestion that would mean so much to a lot of people. It would be amazing if you, at BVG would make a Tribute to the Troops theme! There are so many war heroes on yoworld, and war hero families out there that I think it would be greatly appreciated to each one of them if you created a theme like that. I, for one, would find it very meaningful if you guys would please do that.

~KimmieJAYYCPRyder


Well, if you would kindly change your title to "Tribute to Troops from all countries" then I might consider it.

I am from the UK where many of our boys and girls have died alongside troops from the US, Canada and other countries. I find it rather insulting that everything has to just revolve around the US troops all the time.

We do not have Memorial Day. We have Remembrance Day on 11/11 - but when have we had a day here for us? All the releases have had the US stamped very firmly on them!

It makes me feel as though our troops - and those from other countries - mean nothing to you just because you live in the US.

Maggie May
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Wed Jul 23, 2014 8:03 am
That is not true! We appreciate that troops of other nations have given their lives for us, whether they be Anzacs, Canucks or Aussies. It doesn't matter; it's the reason for the sacrifice that makes me proud. Freedom doesn't look at countries, it looks at each individual. Justice isn't just for us; it's for everyone. Don't tell me what I choose to believe, I believe in Freedom and Justice for everyone.

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Wed Jul 23, 2014 8:13 am
Margo YWOT (9983908) wrote:That is not true! We appreciate that troops of other nations have given their lives for us, whether they be Anzacs, Canucks or Aussies. It doesn't matter; it's the reason for the sacrifice that makes me proud. Freedom doesn't look at countries, it looks at each individual. Justice isn't just for us; it's for everyone. Don't tell me what I choose to believe, I believe in Freedom and Justice for everyone.


You do, Margo, and those who have posted here do - but many do not share your thoughts.

When the op made this thread she was not thinking of the rest of us - just the US troops. Our own troops probably never even crossed her mind. :(
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