Memorial Day

Corrie asked me to write in the BLOG about my thoughts on Memorial day.

First off, let me say that I don't look at the day with a somber attitude, nor do I look at the day as just another day off to Bar-B-Cue. Its not about veterans or about our soldiers, sailors or Marines, but it is a day that we should reflect on, and pay homage to all the people ,( men and women) who have made the ultimate sacrifice, in all the wars, from the Revolution to today's conflict. And we must also remember the military personnel who have lost their lives in the performance of their duty to this nation, they are equally as much hero's as if they had died in combat. So you don't have to be teary eyed but if you take a moment to recognize the men and women who have gone before us, and have kept us a free people, that would be sufficient. It will probably be more than most people do.

If you wish to know about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - here's the link. It's quite informative. http://www.arlingtoncemetery.net/tombofun.htm

There have been a lot of urban legends going around about what the requirements are to be a guard at the Tomb. If you're interested in the real scoop, here's the link to the Honor Society http://www.tombguard.org/

Everyone have a safe, sane Memorial Day....and thank a soldier.

Love to all
Corrie and Jim
mzcorrie@frontiernet.net
jmcrhoads@frontiernet.net