Remember

The best part of Memorial Day seems to be the day off of work/school, but as I think about it, the best part is the freedoms we have because of those we memorialize this day. Thank you to all those who sacrificed including the families and friends of those who died.

On Thursday, I participated in a Memorial retreat ceremony (lowering and removing the flag). I wasn't too thrilled to have to stand in formation (parade rest hurts after a while) for what turned out to be an hour and fifteen minutes, but I am glad that I took the time to remember and honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. I actually got a little choked up as the base commander talked about the uncle he never knew because he died in the Battle of the Bulge.