Memorial day

Today is Memorial Day. Beyond a three day holiday and a great weekend for sales it means alot. It is a day to say thanks to those who gave of themselves and passed in service to our country. It is a day to stop and realize that all these great freedoms we have and take for granted today are because someone gave all. It is a day to remember that families today will be without their loved ones at the  table tonight. Two years ago I would get up on Memorial day and race to the mall. I would BBQ with the family and be happy to have an extra day to hang out. Today I am aware of a different side of Memorial day. Today I mourn the loss of my brother Sgt.Baroncini of the 82nd Airborne KIA in Iraq October 25, 2006. Today I go about my day giving praise to our service people who gave their lives and to the families that carry on. I have learned that Memorial day has a purpose. Please remember to remember.~Anici

Hugs to you Anici

Thanks for the reminder Anici.  Memorial day is a day to remember the sacrifices of our service men and women and their families. My heart goes out to all that have lost a loved one or a close friend. (Thinking of you and Jenn A.) and an extra special thought to those that have a loved one deployed now (Vicki).  I have to admit, I am greatful my grandfather survived WWII and I do appreciate ALL our service folks AND their families sacrifice and do for our country. Take care on this memorial day. Sue

God bless you as your remember your brother especially, today. I'm so thankful for him and for all of those who serve our country!

Flying my flag proudly today in honor of all of our service people, past and present, including my dad who was a simple Army private in China.

God, please keep them all safe today!

Lori