What is a Winter Patriot?

To clear the air further, I believe I need to explain why I called myself a Winter Patriot. In "The Crisis", Thomas Paine spoke of "Sunshine Soldiers" and "Summer Patriots", referring to those who only serve their nation in the best of times. This really called to me as I feel we are in very serious times and many people who were patriotic now are quiet. To me a Winter Patriot is someone who stands up for their nation no matter how bad things are. It is the darkest times when we really shine. Talk since this election has been disconcerting to say the least. Secession talk has taken to many who feel marginalized but the destruction would be massive...there are a lot of wolves out there who would take a lot of opportunities. I don't think anyone really wants that. I want people to wake up and take responsibility while there is a still a chance to make things right before things get really bad. As a Winter Patriot, I stand by America in her darkest times. I hope whoever reads this understands where I stand and what I mean.