Everyday is Memorial Day

There have been many stories and remembrances shared today of friends and families that have served. I don't have any specific stories to share. However, I do have this to share. H was going to make the military his career, until he was injured and was forced to become a civilian again. My Dad also served in the military for a short time. I also have many dear friends that have served and are serving today. I'm grateful for each and everyone one of them. I'm also grateful and humbled by each and every person that serves in the name of our country. I feel everyday should be a day to remember those that have made sacrifices that are beyond my comprehension. I will always remember and honor those that have made the ultimate sacrifice with their life and those that physically survived, but made the sacrifice of their spiritual well being. That piece hits close to home, as I know H feels that pain and sorrow.

Several years ago I had the wonderful opportunity to visit Washington D.C. for work. I had a few days to myself and I walked many miles to see as many memorials and museums as I could. I even had the honor to visit the Arlington National Cemetery. I'm grateful for the chance to visit and honor those fallen soldiers. It was a humbling and emotional experience.

The Ultimate Sacrifice:
A Memorial Day Poem
We set aside Memorial Day
Each and every year
To honor those who gave their lives
Defending what we hold dear. In all the dark and deadly wars,
Their graves prove and remind us,
Our brave Americans gave their all
To put danger far behind us. They made the ultimate sacrifice
Fighting for the American way;
We admire them and respect them
On every Memorial Day.
By Joanna Fuchs