My porch (spring, summer, fall office) faces the back of my yard which also is the border of our local cemetery. I see a LOT of stuff going on in our cemetery.
Each fallen veteran, fire fighter, policeman, and other protectors of our freedom have a small flag placed at their grave. It is a sobering site to see the family, friends, and others visiting these plots. The reverence shown is impressive. We don't have any fancy ceremonies any more, just come up and visit. People that sometimes don't get along, come together for this remembrance.
From a family of veterans, I would like to say, "Thank you to all who have given all, so that the rest of us can continue on."
Every day should be a "memorial day" in my book.
ALG
