For those who have fought for it, freedom has a taste the protected will never know. — Unknown
Memorial day is a time set aside to remember those who gave their all for their country. Celebrate that.
And if you’re fortunate enough to live in the nation that remains the last best hope for freedom then do those things this weekend that bring you joy: Cook out. Travel. Be with friends and family. Eat, drink, and be merry. If you have a moment, a toast to those who have made it possible would be fine. You honor their sacrifice by living well.
I am more proud to have served my country in the US Army than I am of any thing else I’ve ever done. But not a day goes by that I don’t remember all of my brothers- and sisters-in-arms who were not as lucky as me — all of those who never made it home alive.
Compared to all of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice defending their country, my own service feels immeasurably inadequate. I am humbled and forever grateful for their service and their sacrifice.
I hope you and yours have a blessed Memorial Day, Robbie.
I will have a post up in the morning on Memorial Day.
It is difficult for me to be happy on this day, as the pain of so many lost in our short history, always exceeds my great pride for what they did for us, so we could live free.
It is the most solemn day of the year for me, and even have difficulty calling it a holiday.
Thank you for your service, Robbie.
PLAYS GOLF?
Subject: Pool report 5/25/09
POTUS is, reportedly, golfing with Marvin Nicholson. No actual glimpses of the presidential golf game. Aides say POTUS paused at 3 p.m. to observe a moment of silence.
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Just when I thought I couldn’t stand this worthless piece of shit any longer, we’ve unearthed another rock layer.
January 20, 2013 cannot come soon enough.
My dad, who served under General Patton in the 3rd Army during WWII, has always said that “the true heroes were those we left behind.” I am glad that we have a day set aside to honor those brave souls who never made it home.
On another note, it is quite typical both of veterans who survived combat and those who served during times of peace to minimize their service in comparison to their fallen brethren. Yet it is imperative that we honor ALL veterans who have served, as all service men and women served with a readiness to put their lives on the line for their country. These veterans were no less brave than their fallen comrades.
To all of our current military members and to all of the veterans out there: Thank you and God bless you.