What is Memorial Day? It is a national holiday as we remember and mourn those military who died in any American war. A friend of mine always called Memorial Day "Decoration Day." I'm sure it's because of all the American flags that decorate graves in remembrance of those who died serving our country.
I certainly think of the slogan "some paid the ultimate price to defend our country" and "freedom isn't free." We have not fought a battle on our own land since the Civil War.
After traveling to Gettysburg in 2014 and seeing the extent of that war through land and cities, I can't imagine what a present day war would look like here...we may not even live through an atomic blast to see the carnage.
Maybe age and experience bring a person to realize more and more what we have to lose. That means no longer taking elections for granted, sticking our head in the sand and not voting. I think it even means keeping abreast of local and national news. Being concerned about our future now can prevent future tragedies. It all begins with each of us.
I don't know about you but I don't want to know another friend who gave his life to defend us. This world of ours is too small; what happens across the globe can certainly end up on our turf!
Let's not only remember those who have died in various military conflicts but let us become aware of very important issues that are very pertinent today so peace can reign, not anger and war! A blessed Memorial weekend to each of you!
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