Sunday, May 29, 2011

The True Meaning

For many this long weekend is about barbecues and having fun with family and friends. While this is certainly important, let's not forget the true meaning of this holiday weekend. Take the time to reflect on those men and women who have given their lives so that we can all enjoy the freedoms we have today. Remember the cost to their families for that sacrifice. Show respect for our country and our flag. You don't have to support any of the ongoing conflicts, but we ALL owe respect and thanks to our men and women in uniform and to those who have given service to our country. Take the time to thank service members and the many veterans all around you, not just today, but whenever you encounter them. Our freedom has come at a high price for many!

24 comments:

  1. Hear, hear! I live near a military base, so I can find them easily!

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  2. really nice - I actually had a chance to thank a serviceman while playing golf this weekend!

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  3. How true....we do not remember the true reason for alot of the holidays we celebrate! Very nicely put!

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  4. I couldn't agree more, and I was happy that we decided not to post the Frenzy list on Memorial Day, but rather to take a minute to 'reflect'!

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  5. So true! My family was lucky to have my brother home safely from his military service. I know that many families are not so lucky and I thank all of the servicemen and women for all that they do for our freedoms.

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  6. I hear you! Sometimes our holidays get buried in the barbeques and gifts, we forget the real meaning behind them!

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  7. We need to focus on the meaning of our holidays. Thanks for the reminder.

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  8. That is so true and so great point! Remembering those who made it possible for us.

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  9. Very true! I'm an Army wife. I am constantly amazed at how much military families sacrifice.

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  10. Awesome, and I echo your words of support! I wrote a similar blog post a few weeks back about supporting the troops, even if you don't support the wars. Well done!

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  11. Wonderful post! That's what Memorial Day is all about!

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  12. uniquecozytreasures - Well Said!

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  13. beautifully said! also love your font!

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  14. Thanks for the reminder. We all need to hear this sometimes.

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  15. AMEN!The true meaning of this holiday!

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