Memorial Day is much more than a long weekend and the kick off for summer. Deeply rooted in the aftermath of the Civil War, it lead to a long lived national holiday that acknowledges so many of the brave souls who gave their lives for the freedoms we have bestowed upon us today. 79 more words
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Memorial Day Memories
Today is a day that most people shop sales, hold barbecues, and party. But for some of us Memorial Day memories aren’t as lighthearted. I want to take the time to remind everyone what Memorial Day should really be about.
Every grave maker in the National Cemetery has a flag for Memorial Day Weekend.
WWII Navy Veteran Fred Clendaniel, buried with is wife Eleanor, with flags and flowers on their gravesite.
WWII veteran PFC Charley C Reno has a nickel and two pennies on top of his marker.
Pvt Charles K. Howell, a veteran of the Spanish American War.
Memorial Day 2017, thank you Dad
Memorial Day is a special day for many of us. We all know a loved one that served in the military, we may also know someone that didn’t make it back. 525 more words
Monday: Remember ...
A long time ago, in a jungle far far away, a man perished in the Viet Nam War.
He is a ghost in my life. A man I remember today. 120 more words
A Memorial Day poem
When I think of you and I cannot call,
a mournfulness envelopes me,
but I don’t feel small.
It’s because of you that I do not hide. 36 more words
Memorial Day 2017
Memorial Day is set aside as a remembrance day for those who have fallen while serving in the Armed Forces. I will take a moment this morning to honor and give thanks for those who paid the price so we can still enjoy the freedoms we have today. 28 more words
