Wikipedia: Memorial Day is a United States Federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May (in 2008 on May 26). Formerly known as Decoration Day, it commemorates U.S. men and women who perished while in military service to their country. First enacted to honor Union soldiers of the American Civil War, it was expanded after World War I to include casualties of any war or military action.
Beth and I are fortunate that we do not have any recent family members that have perished in service to our country. However, that does not mean that we do not find meaning on this holiday. Beth’s Dad served in WWII and we attended the WWII Memorial Dedication in Washington D.C., in May 2004 (over Memorial Day weekend). The ceremony and time with family was priceless. Beth has many family members that have served in one of the services or the Guard. I have a brother who was in the Navy for seven years. And currently, Beth’s nephew is in the Marine Corps.
So, if you have not already done so, please take a moment of silence to remember those who have perished that we might have the freedoms and privileges that we currently enjoy. If you want to do more, you can go to www.supporttheuso.org and make a donation to help brighten the day of a GI overseas. I made my donation today and I urge you to do the same.
God Bless You, and God Bless the United States of America.
5 comments:
Well put, and thank you for thinking of Dad and Steve. Don't forget Tom, who served as a Marine in Viet Nam, and Greg, who is a Marine who served in the first Gulf War.
Beth
Very well done. I pray for our soldiers every day...not just the ones in harms way, but all who serve to make this a safe and free country. Every job they do is important and every life lost is one too many. God Bless our military.
Joyce
Thank you for focusing on the reasons bnehind this holiday and for the donation link. My dad is a veteran of the Korean Conflict and I have two close friends who are currently in the army. Thanks for remembering all those who have and do serve.--Sheria
I wish more Americans would reconize the importance of the day. Enjoy your week.
Missie
dear Bucko,
what a wonderful tribute!
How cool that Beth had family in WWII
I had a great uncle involved.
Great entry Bucko!
natalie
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