• ShieldsUp
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    10 months ago

    Absolutely it. Happened to me standing for a memorial service. Lots of stories from military where this happens, and “don’t lock your knees” is often taught first thing.

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          10 months ago

          Sounds horrible. Up until graduating from highschool, year closing ceremonies were a big thing in schools in my country (Europe). So in some of the hottest days in June-July, you have kids dressed in cheap suits stand on hot concrete in the school’s court, sweating under the scorching sun. Always had somebody escorted out when feeling ill, luckily nothing as bad as falling over. But still, what a pointless thing

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            10 months ago

            Intentionally misinterpreting the date on a post that very clearly indicates both geographically and by major world event where it was posted from isn’t funny or quirky, it just makes you look like a jerk.

            I’m sure you’re quite a lovely person, but please post like it.

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        10 months ago

        The trick is tense your leg muscles when standing at attention for long periods of time. Or subtly shift weight from one foot to the next.