I know it is out of ignorance, but those that say "Happy Memorial Day, don’t have a clue about the day. There is good reason for someone, like me, to be upset. Saying, "Happy Memorial Day" is like saying, "Happy Funeral Day."
Memorial day is not about veterans. We have a day for veterans. It is a day for remembering those men and women that have given their lives for this country. They deserve our respect and gratitude. It is fitting that we as a nation and individually take time to remember them.
Yes, my flag was lowered to half staff today, and then raised to full staff at noon. And, I did salute the flag out of respect for what it stands for and out of thanks for those that keep it flying.
My neighbors wonder about that "crazy old man" out in the front yard saluting a flag.
I intend to continue to remember.
PMO
©2017
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