Yes, I am at my wife’s family house and I just had a couple of burgers to top off the day. Memorial Day is actually a remembrance of those who have given their lives in the ultimate sacrifice for this Country.
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The death could have been in the actual line of duty, or soldiers who have died later in their life but served our Country proudly.
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Traditionally on Memorial Day, the flag of the United States of America is raised briskly to the top of the staff then solemnly lowered to the half-staff position where it remains until noon. At noon, it is then raised to full-staff for the remainder of the day.
Are you enjoying an opportunity to enjoy some sales, barbecues in the backyard, working on the yard or having a day off?
Those are all possible because brave soldiers from the Armed Forces have either died in the line of duty or served their country and died later in life.
I am a veteran of the United States Army and I was proud to serve. I served in Desert Storm from 1990-1991 as part of my Active Duty. I have lost a few good friends of mine while serving and to this day I am honored to have served with them.
I wanted to write this to pay honor to those before me who have given everything to protect the rights and freedoms that we all enjoy today.
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I was proud to serve. Hoping one day someone will remember me when I die. I was ready to give my life if need be. #ArmyStrong
- Have you served and lost someone while in the line of duty?
- Are you a loved one who lost someone in the line of duty?
- Do you know someone who served and has passed away and want to honor them on this Memorial Day?
- Please share your thoughts below. ~Tom
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Thanks for your service
Thanks for your service and I’m proud to say I have family that have served. Also thankful for the fact that I live in the greatest country ever with even greater heroes.
Thank you to your family who has served before me. I salute them. Their sacrifice has made this a place we all can live. :Salute
~Tom
Shared. I am glad to see you have your brick so very nice. I know many who have served some who gave all.
Thank you for your kind words and wonderful comment. Have a fantastic day! ~Tom