Does Patriotism still matter?

      What is  patriotism? That is what we need to ask ourselves. Some people don't have a clue what patriotism is, some don't think about it. That should change, people need to be patriotic and to be patriotic,  you need to know what it is. That is why I am writing this essay. So, if you do not know what patriotism is, I would keep reading.
            Patriotism is devoted love, support and defense for their country. Some people show their patriotism by fighting for their country and others might cheer for them when they get back. You can show patriotism in very simple ways too, like putting your country's flag on your house. I show my patriotism by praying for the troops fighting for our country and I cheer them on.
            To some people it doesn't matter that men and women are fighting for our freedom knowing that they can die or get hurt so bad that they can lose a arm or leg. Well do you know what that makes them, it makes them heroes and they should be proud. I can't imagine what kind of life I would have right now if we didn't have heroes like the people who try to get freedom for their country, who try to have a freedom of speech and who try to protect everyone they love. Everyone should be like these people, people who love and care about their country. I'm not saying that everyone should be in the military, I'm just saying to at least the people who are fighting for our freedom and to let them know that their special by gathering together to cheer for them, to show them we care about them and that we are grateful that their fighting for us.
              Now you must ask yourself, do I show patriotism? How do I show patriotism, and finally does patriotism still matter?