Memorial Day

Memorial day

What is memorial day to me?
For me, its a day off from work to take time to pay honor and respect to all those men, women, families that have given part of their lives for the freedoms I enjoy. Without those thousands of people who went before, my world would not be. Al Gore's internet may not exist.

For those families who sacrificed a loved one, memorial day comes every day.

Memorial day is wondering if my contributions are enough. For the past 5 years, I've spent Memorial day with my local American Legion. Using my talent for trumpet by playing taps at several small memorial services. My small contribution.

Memorial day is watching some of the services at our capital on pbs tv. Looking at the faces of people who have lost loved ones. Listening to their stories of hurt, sorrow and love. Watching them share a personal sorrow, and marveling at their courage. Thanking them for having the courage to help us all remember that freedom is costly.

Memorial day for my children is sleeping in and a family barbecue. How can I help them realize what's been done?

Memorial day is tears of sadness, tears of joy all rolled up in one day. Tears of joy at the knowledge of faith that every one of those warriors put their life on the line.

May God bless the USA.