In Memorial of All Who Sacrificed For Our Freedom
It feels a little odd to celebrate with cookouts and fun
activities a day put aside to honor those who gave their lives to keep us free.
Shouldn’t we act more somber in respect for the sorrow of their families and
the loss of those precious spirits from this Earth?
Remembering Military Animals Who Died In Service
And Honoring the Men And Women Who Gave All
I think many Americans do show their respect and gratitude
for the fallen even days before Memorial Day by placing flags on the graves of
those who served in the military, especially in Arlington Cemetery.
The Vietnam Memorial Wall
Many people
visit the Vietnam Wall where the names of the fallen are etched to be
remembered for all time. In Pearl Harbor where so many died in a surprise
attack from Japan that brought the United States into World War II, many people
visit the USS Arizona Memorial which rests above the war ship Arizona where the
crew was trapped and died during the attack.
The Words Engraved on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
There is a ceremony every Memorial
Day in which the president of the United States lays a wreath on the Tomb of
the Unknown Soldier.
In the Words of Presidents Kennedy and Reagan
Is it frivolous and disrespectful for us to celebrate the
sacrifice of so many brave soldiers with laughter and fun activities? I feel it
is part of the way in which we honor and show our gratitude because, we are
free. Because we are not suppressed or denied freedom we can pursue those
things that make us happy. These words are in the preamble of our Declaration
of Independence and, thanks to the bravery of those who served and sacrificed,
we still have the freedom to pursue our happiness.
Later today my family is having a cookout (it’s also a
birthday party for my great-niece, Madeline) and we’re gonna get some happiness
under way. But this morning I am quietly showing my respect and gratitude by
writing a prayer and lighting a candle. I wish everyone a safe and happy Memorial
Day.
Diverse
stories filled with heart
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