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Another Memorial Day!!
It is the holiday of the Indy 500 - and dragging out the barbecue or heading to the lake. Whatever you find yourself doing, take a minute to remember the reason for Memorial Day. You enjoy freedoms because people have fought and died for your liberty. These soldiers that have made such a huge sacrifice for you do not ask for much. They frequently receive even less. Take a minute over the holiday to return some thanks for these people. Snap a salute to the flag or actually sing the National Anthem - -
This is excerpted from a writing by Major Micheal Davis O'Donnel - January 1969 - Republic of Vietnam - Three months before the Major and his helo went missing over Cambodia.
"If you are able, save for them a place inside of you and save one backward glance when you are leaving for the places that they can no longer go. And in that time when men decide and feel safe to call war insane, take one moment to embrace those gentle heroes that you left behind."
Enjoy a happy and addiction free holiday!! Thanks
This is excerpted from a writing by Major Micheal Davis O'Donnel - January 1969 - Republic of Vietnam - Three months before the Major and his helo went missing over Cambodia.
"If you are able, save for them a place inside of you and save one backward glance when you are leaving for the places that they can no longer go. And in that time when men decide and feel safe to call war insane, take one moment to embrace those gentle heroes that you left behind."
Enjoy a happy and addiction free holiday!! Thanks
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Great Post. I just hope the Generations that came after mine can learn to understand that Memorial day is a day of remembrance. Not National BBQ Day. A few months back my youngest was learning about his lineage and doing a report for school. As he worked on his "Tree" he found out we descended from J. Adams. Which my son thought was cool. But as he worked his way up the tree, he begins to to see just how many men were not only in the service, but how many gave the ultimate sacrifice for the message of freedom. It was tough to explain. Especially knowing, that this ten year old was destined to follow.(he's been obsessed with military life since he could walk.. Not too many ten year olds that can tell the difference between a C7 and C16). It's something in the bloodline. And it weighs heavy on my heart, as I watch so many take these freedoms for granted. But, for all who take the time to remember those who walk the walk. Thank you. And to all my brothers, keeping us safe in an uncertain world. Thank you, and may the Lord bring you back to your Families. Happy Memorial Day.
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I remember living on the military base, Lawton Okla. 1967. I remember the times the big black car pulled up and 2 men always got out and walked up to someone's trailer. It was never good news. On a brighter note the ice cream truck came thru 2 times a week, he was such a friendly guy and loved us military kids. We also had a park, just for us...Dodo Park. The peacocks were friendly and would fan their magnificent feathers out for us. We shopped at Piggly Wiggly where the carry out guy would tell us in his southern accent, Y'all come back now! I also met Ronald McDonald and got a balloon from him as they had just opened one up in that town. I experienced all of this becuz of all of you, the veterans, who fought to keep us free~
eagle..I can still shoot a mean .357!!!
eagle..I can still shoot a mean .357!!!
Thanks.....its a very special day for me - I am a Vietnam era Vet. My brother was shot in the Mekong Delta on Memorial Day of 1966 - - - A very close friend lost his life on his first active mission in a B-52 over North Vietnam....on a different Memorial Day. My father served in all four arenas of WW2. It should be more than just a day to get drunk!! Its a day to enjoy, honor, and remember ...................and be thankful for.
thank you for this post! made me tear up....so proud of our military men and women!! past, present and future!!
Eagle, thank you so much for shining the spotlight where it truly belongs. We owe our freedom to these many brave and unselfish heroes . Wishing everyone a safe and joyous Memorial day.
What a great post! Thank you for this; I know that I get caught up in my own life and drama and often take for granted how lucky I am to have these freedoms that so many have fought and died for - and are still doing so right this minute all over the world. Thanks again for this reminder - and Happy Memorial Weekend to everyone!
And LOVE the 500; spent many weekends of my life during the Month of May at IMS :)
And LOVE the 500; spent many weekends of my life during the Month of May at IMS :)
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