Flag-Works Over America Newsletter
March 2009ISSUE #2

Fiberglass Outdoor Flagpoles Our fiberglass flagpoles are not only functional, but will add value and beauty to your home or business. All of our fiberglass flagpoles are molded in one piece using the beautiful Greek Entasis taper design, the classical shape of a candle. The available options for these poles, either hinged base or ground sleeve, internal or external halyard, make this the ideal pole for any situation. It has a maintenance-free gel-coat finish that will keep these poles from ever chipping, cracking, pitting, corroding, or rusting which makes this pole impervious to all weather conditions. Ground Sleeve Versions are available in 20, 25, 30 & 35 ft lengths and are lightweight and easy to install. These poles are strong and can withstand up to 120 mph winds, unflagged. The flagpoles come with all necessary hardware: halyard rope, revolving truck (allows the flag to fly freely, without constant wrapping around the pole), finial, snap hooks, cleat, flash collar and ground sleeve. Hinged Base Version are available in 20, 25, 30, 33, 35, 40, 50 & 60 ft lengths. They are available in both internal & external halyards options. A hinged base allows the pole to tilt down for easy installation & future rope replacement. The hinged base poles come with all the necessary hardware: halyard rope, installation kit (hinged base, hardware & steel anchoring rods), revolving truck, cleat, snap hooks, finial and flash collar. Click here and check them out online! LOOK FOR OUR DISCOUNT COUPON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS NEWSLETTER!
Nylon Feather Flags LOOKING FOR ATTENTION? Feather flags are excellent for festivals, special events, shopping malls, real estate, apartments, hotels restaurants, race tracks sporting events and grand openings. Feather flags are visible for miles. Use one or line them up! These 12'x26" nylon feather flags are fully sewn (except black & white checkered design, it's dyed). The feather flag is designed with a pole sleeve to accept up to a 1 1/4" outside diameter pole. The flag comes with a leather tab that is sewn into the inside bottom portion of the header allowing a nylon flag tie (included) to secure the flag on to the pole. These nylon feather flags are Made in the U.S.A. These flags are sold individually or as a set. The set would include the feather flag & a 15' telescoping Superflex fiberglass flagpole as well as the PVC ground sleeve. Click here to check them out: Nylon Feather Flags. We have many stock styles to choose from. Don't see a stock feather flag you like? Let us make a custom feather flag for you. If you'd like a quote, please send your artwork along with quantity needed to custom@flag-works.com

Question & Answer Question: Should I fly a nylon flag or polyester flag? Answer: Depends Nylon is the most popular flag material because it flys better on a slightly breezy day, giving the fullest visual effect. Our nylon flags are made of 100% 200-denier SolarMax nylon, making it one of the longest lasting nylon flags available. If you are flying a nylon flag and it rips and fades at the same rate than you are getting good wear from your flag and it's just time to replace it. However, if your flag is ripping before it fades and your flag still has a lot of color you might want to consider upgrading to a 2-Ply woven Polyester flag. Polyester flags will fade at the same rate as a nylon flag but will hold up better as far as ripping in extreme weather conditions or high wind areas. Because the polyester  flags are heavier than nylon flags, they may not fly as well in light breezes. This is why we recommend polyester flags to people in extreme wind or weather conditions only. Our American flags are made in the USA and feature embroidered stars and sewn stripes. Got a Question you would like us to answer? Please email your questions to flagman@flag-works.com
Thank you for reading our monthly newsletter. If you have any questions or comments please feel free to send me an email to flagman@flag-works.com. We would love to hear from you. Sincerely,
Patrick PageFlag-Works Over America
In This IssueFiberglass Outdoor FlagpolesNylon Feather FlagsQuestion & AnswerQuote of the DayErin Go Bragh-Irish American FlagUpcoming EventsDecorative Banners & Magnetic Mailbox Covers "Quote of the Day"
"Now, we Americans understand freedom. We have earned it; we have lived for it, and we have died for it. This nation and its people are freedom's models in searching world. We can be freedom's missionaries in a doubting world." BARRY M GOLDWATER
Erin Go Bragh Irish American Flag
The popular phrase "Erin go Bragh" or "Erin go Braugh" means "Ireland forever." It's the Anglicised version of the Irish Phrases "Éirinn go Brách" or "Éireann go Brach." In 1847 Los San Patricios (Saint Patrick's Battalion) flew as their standard a green flag with a harp on it (the harp is Irelands Coat of Arms), with the motto "Erin Go Bragh" underneath. Variations of this flag design have been used since, to express Irish nationalism.


Upcoming Events
March 8th Daylight Savings Time Begins March 17thSt Patrick's Day. March 20th Spring Begins
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Save 10% Early Bird Special Pre-buy any Fiberglass flagpole 20-40' and you will receive a 10% discount and free storage until the ground thaws.When you are ready to pick it up or have it delivered (shipping charges apply) all you have to do is give us a call. To take advantage of this offer bring this coupon in to our retail store or mention early bird special in the comments section when placing your order online. Our customer service representatives can also take your order over the phone just let them know you'd like the early bird special. 800-580-0009 x202 Offer Expires: March 20, 2009

A new Christmas Poem

A Different Christmas Poem > > >

The embers glowed softly, and in their dim light, >
I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight. >
My wife was asleep, her head on my chest, >
My daughter beside me, angelic in rest. >

Outside the snow fell, a blanket of white, >
Transforming the yard to a winter delight. > > >
The sparkling lights in the tree I believe, >
Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve. >

My eyelids were heavy, my breathing was deep, >
Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep. >
In perfect contentment, or so it would seem, >
So I slumbered, perhaps I started to dream. > > >

The sound wasn't loud, and it wasn't too near, >
But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear. >
Perhaps just a cough, I didn't quite know, Then the >
sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow. >

My soul gave a tremble, I struggled to hear, >
And I crept to the door just to see who was near. > > >
Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night, >
A lone figure stood, his face weary and tight. >

A soldier, I puzzled, some twenty years old, >
Perhaps a Marine, huddled here in the cold. >
Alone in the dark, he looked up and smiled, >
Standing watch over me, and my wife and my child. > > >

'What are you doing?' I asked without fear, >
'Come in this moment, it's freezing out here! >
Put down your pack, brush the snow from your sleeve, >
You should be at home on a cold Christmas Eve!' >

For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift, >
Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts. > > >
To the window that danced with a warm fire's light >
Then he sighed and he said 'Its really all right, >

I'm out here by choice. I'm here every night.' >
'It's my duty to stand at the front of the line, >
That separates you from the darkest of times. > > >

No one had to ask or beg or implore me, >
I'm proud to stand here like my fathers before me. >
My Gramps died at 'Pearl on a day in December,' >
Then he sighed, 'That's a Christmas 'Gram always remembers.' >

My dad stood his watch in the jungles of ' Nam ', >
And now it is my turn and so, here I am. > > >
I've not seen my own son in more than a while, >
But my wife sends me pictures, he's sure got her smile. >

Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag, >
The red, white, and blue... an American flag. >
I can live through the cold and the being alone, >
Away from my family, my house and my home. > > >

I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet, >
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat. >
I can carry the weight of killing another, >
Or lay down my life with my sister and brother.. >

Who stand at the front against any and all, >
To ensure for all time that this flag will not fall.' > > >
' So go back inside,' he said, 'harbor no fright, >
Your family is waiting and I'll be all right.' >

'But isn't there something I can do, at the least, >
'Give you money,' I asked, 'or prepare you a feast? >
It seems all too little for all that you've done, >
For being away from your wife and your son.' > > >

Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret, >
'Just tell us you love us, and never forget. >
To fight for our rights back at home while we're gone, >
To stand your own watch, no matter how long. >

For when we come home, either standing or dead, >
To know you remember we fought and we bled. >
Is payment enough, and with that we will trust, >
That we mattered to you as you mattered to us.' >

Unknown

Love your Country

When an American says that he loves his country, he means not only that he loves the New England hills, the prairies glistening in the sun, the wide and rising plains, the great mountains, and the sea. He means that he loves an inner air, an inner light in which freedom lives and in which a man can draw the breath of self-respect. -Adlai E. Stevenson

True there is just more to it.

flagman
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