SELAMAT HARI MERDEKA!!!!!!!!!!!!

       The 31st of August is a date that bears a great significance to all Malaysians. During the month of August, the Malaysian flag known locally as the ‘Jalur Gemilang’ which, loosely translated, means Stripes of Glory, can be seen literally everywhere be it on a lamppost, on top of a car, waving in the hands of patriotic Malaysian children and so forth. This seasonal rise in the nation’s love for its country is attributed quite obviously to the independence of Malaysia and the 31st of August is fondly referred to by all Malaysians as Hari Merdeka; the day the country’s first Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman, commemorated the independence of the Federation of Malaya way back in 1957. More than half a century on, it is only natural for such a significant date to still be remembered and this time of the year is also a delight to locals and tourists alike as Hari Merdeka prompts a festive spirit that decorates the country with wonderful displays of culture and tradition in the form of various public events and celebrations organized all across the country.

       On this lovely day,my family do one gathering at my grandmother house.My family member and me enjoy singing the National Songs.This one of my me memorable day.After we enjoy singing at home,we al going to watching the countdown concert at kuala lumpur.I enjoying with say MERDEKA!!MERDEKA!!MERDEKA!! at that concert.At this concert you can see malays,chinese and indian together to celebrate merdeka at that nigth.This show that how much our people togther.

After countdown finish,Cultural performances have been planned as well. Dancers from KualaLumpur City Hall (DBKL) will be performing the 1Malaysia and other Malay traditional dances. CNDancez will be doing Chinese folk dances while Vehaara Arts will be putting up Indian contemporarydances. Not to be sidelined, the Mah Meri orang asli will be showcasing their aborigine dances. The DBKL Orchestra will be in attendance to provide the musical accompaniment.

       Parents  · responsibility on this issue is important. Parents arethe ones who have the biggest effect to their children as they spend the most time with theirchildren. Therefore, parents should teach their children about the concept of patriotism andteach them to practice it since young. Take for example, they can send their children to‘Vision Schools' where they can mingle with all races, join multiracial community activitiesand others. Hence, by educating the young on patriotism, we are ensuring that national unitywill continue to exist in the future.

       Respecting the uniqueness of every culture, can help us promote racial solidity andenhance national unity. Other than that, schools are always said to be the second home forpupils. Therefore, school play their roles in order to promote the spirit of patriotism amongMalaysians. For example, schools can organize camps or campaigns which help to improveself-consciousness among students related to the importance of showing patriotism to theircountry. Besides that, schools must ensure that there will be a singing session for Negarakuduring assembly. Although this is a simple action, it would be a great way to show ourdevotion to Malaysia. During the week before the National Day, school can take the chanceto hold several activities, such as drawing Jalur Gemilang competition, class decoration withthe theme of patriotism, essay writing competition and so on.