Memorial Day is coming up soon. It is on Monday, May 31. And, we should all honor it, whether we are Democrats or Republicans, Liberals or Conservatives, or whatever. We owe our military people a lot for what we have in this country. In fact we can never really repay those who gave their lives for our country.
About all we can do is remember and honor our heroes. Most people go to the graveyard and decorate the graves of family members. That is good, but don't forget to bring a few extra flowers for the nearby graves of soldiers who may not have any descendants left to bring decorations. Some of the veterans graves in this area go back to the civil war era.
Let's not forget the families of those who have died fighting for our country in the recent wars. They probably don't need flowers, they may need a sack of groceries, or some help with bills. Their breadwinner may be gone now, and they are having a hard time coping.
Check with your local media, there should be a local parade and memorial service too. Participate. It is more important than your favorite TV shows.
We enjoy our freedom in this country, and we can never really repay those who gave their lives, since the Revolutionary War, so our citizens can enjoy "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness".
