Memorial Day 2023: “The Loyal Soldiers who Imperiled all for Country and Freedom are One and Inseparable.”
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I detest the overly recreational and commercialized hype of how we Americans “celebrate” Memorial Day. I know that “detest” is a strong word, but I choose it deliberately. Memorial Day should be a time for contemplation and remembering those who have given their last full measure of devotion to our country. I knew and served with many whose mortal remains lie in repose, and there are so many times that it seems that they are with me. But for too many people it means little other than time off from work and take advantage of “specials” offered by stores and restaurants, or a tidbit of a discount for having served in the military.
Memorial Day 2023: “The Loyal Soldiers who Imperiled all for Country and Freedom are One and Inseparable.”
Memorial Day 2023: “The Loyal Soldiers who…
Memorial Day 2023: “The Loyal Soldiers who Imperiled all for Country and Freedom are One and Inseparable.”
I detest the overly recreational and commercialized hype of how we Americans “celebrate” Memorial Day. I know that “detest” is a strong word, but I choose it deliberately. Memorial Day should be a time for contemplation and remembering those who have given their last full measure of devotion to our country. I knew and served with many whose mortal remains lie in repose, and there are so many times that it seems that they are with me. But for too many people it means little other than time off from work and take advantage of “specials” offered by stores and restaurants, or a tidbit of a discount for having served in the military.