Memorial Day used to be called Decoration Day, a day to spend some time honoring those who had once served in this country's Armed Services. And, just as they do every year, cub scouts, boy scouts, girl scouts, and service men have spent time decorating the graves of deceased soldiers buried in our many national cemeteries. For me, that means the scouts from Riverhead, NY have once again volunteered to place flags on soldier's graves in Calverton National Cemetery, including one that is important to me, and for that, I would like to say thank you to each and every one of them.
Enjoy your Memorial Weekend plans, but while you do, take a moment to think about those who fought and died for our freedom.
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"Aye, bring the fadeless evergreens, the laurel and the bay,
A grateful land remembers all her promises today;
And hearts that gave their treasures up when manhood was the price.
Now bring the sweetest offerings and bless the sacrifice."
Kate Brownlee Sherwood |
In Memoriam
FCP 1955-2001
It's a lovely post, Alex. Thank you! I do remember and am grateful.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post. So important for us to give thanks and remember.
ReplyDelete~Jess