Going to my first-ever anti-war protest tonight!

[kstewart33]

I'm taking my husband and our two girls, to a vigil supporting Cindy. We are excited about this. Time to stop sqawking and take some action. Wish me luck!

[Beaverhausen]

1. Most of us are going to protests too. You will love it

It is an amazing feeling to be surrounded by like minded people.

enjoy! :hi:

[obxhead]

2. do you have your protest kit ready???

[kstewart33]

3. No, what's that? nt

[obxhead]

10. someone posted it here I think a while back

Unfortunately I don't have a link. A protest kit contains some of the potenial things you need to save your butt in the event of police intervention. I recommend a phone (in case you get split up from friends). A hand towel and water bottle (soak rag with water and use as a mask in the event of tear gas). A marker to make signs. a second ID in case you lose a wallet or purse.

I wish I had the link, sorry. Have fun!

[patdem]

4. How amazing for you! These are candle light vigils..and they are so

calm and peaceful...however there may be speakers depending on the location of the event. Here in Hampton Roads there is one in VA Beach and I doubt we will have any official speakers. Too red!

[MelissaB]

5. This is my first, too.

I'm in a small town in Alabama, and I can't believe I get to go. :hi:

[stillcool]

6. me too!!....

Do you think there will anybody left on DU?

[Generic Other]

7. I salute you!

I hope you will find your friends and neighbors there and that you meet new people who think as you do.

:thumbsup:

[KarenS]

8. Enjoy !!

I started protesting during the run-up to Iraq,,,,,

It is amazing!

:)

[Imagevision]

9. Yeahm me too, FT. Myers Fla. Centenial - Park Bring Candles.

[ebdarcy]

11. Me too.

I stopped by the store on the way home to buy candles. I bought extra, just in case someone needed them. Cindy is such an inspiration.

[faithnotgreed]

12. great - spread the love

[AnnInLa]

13. Careful! It becomes addictive!

Enjoy the experience, and report back here tomorrow!

[chelaque liberal]

14. I was amazed to find one in my rural area of Eastern TN.

Can't wait to meet people there. I thought I was all alone.

[Bumblebee]

15. Wishing you luck and excited for all of you!!

[meganmonkey]

16. Good for you!

Wear comfie shoes! And bring a bottle of water. It's not an all-day event so you shouldn't worry about needing anything else.

I'm going to be at one too!

:patriot:

[Digit]

17. I am proud of you!

My heart will be with you and everyone else even though my knee problem prevents me from being there in person.
You are setting a wonderful example for your girls!
Geez I wish I could go!

[Mnemosyne]

18. I can't see to drive very well at night, so

I'm going to sit on my porch for the vigil. It's not much, but it's something. Nearest vigil is 30 miles away.

I wish I could go too!

[ThatsMyBarack]

19. First Post on DU

Since I can't start a new thread yet to introduce myself, I thought I should just take a moment to wish all of you luck in your various protests. Maybe someday I'll get to one....