Just a few thoughts and words of my own for the men & women of our armed forces. How noble you all are. How grateful I am for all those who have served or are serving. Despite our country’s problems, this is still the best place on earth to live. It’s because of their dedication that the U.S. remains that way.
Growing up my family always made the trek north to decorate the graves of loved ones who had gone one before. Grandparents, baby sisters, and a host of others. Besides getting to see the land of my ancestors, there would also be time to look through the rows of headstones to locate other relatives. Once they were located my dad would have a story about each one. Before making our stops at the cemeteries we would go to my Grandma’s (Mom’s mom) and clip peonies off her bushes. She always had the biggest blooms. What a way to remember our loved ones.
Yesterday as we explained to the kids the reason we celebrate Memorial Day I was reminded again myself. I believe we need to take our kids to those cemeteries so we can tell them about those who have gone before us and allow us to be free.
