May our Flags Fly

Fact:  Memorial Day was originated after the Vietnam War.  It has grown to encompass all military persons, past and present.   

Today is my birthday (Happy Birthday to Me!) but let's concentrate more on celebrating all of our fallen soldiers past, and present.  My son is a veteran.  He committed six years of his life (and that of his wife and child) to the U.S. Army, including a one year tour in Iraq and another in Afghanistan.  We spent a lot time on our knees in prayer and support of him and all our troops.  But he/we were the lucky ones as he returned to us, changed from his experiences, yet solid and whole.  It's time to give thanks to those who did not return come home to their families.  To those who died fighting for our way of life, our freedom, our voice.  Without each one them, we would not be the nation we are today.  From the bottom of my heart, I thank you for your unselfish service to your country and I pray for your surviving family members.  May our flags fly freely today in remembrance of you, this Memorial Day.