I posted this last year in rememberance and appreciation for the persons it covers. My feelings are still the same today as they were when I posted it. So please bear with me repeating myself again this year.
To all the men and women who have served in the armed service I give you my sincere thanks. For without your service and those who gave the ultimate sacrifice, their life, none of us would be able to read this. Too many times we go about our day to day business and we all forget you and your service. Memorial Day has become just a day off from work, a day for a picnic, etc. The true meaning has been lost to many, but not all!
I know Memorial Day is for those in the armed services, but I thank those in law enforcement, fire services, EMS, etc. who protect us day to day here at home. Many gave the ultimate sacrifice on Sept 11 "doing their jobs". I have attached a poem that I feel is fitting for this day. I hope this is OK with the moderators.
God bless each of you and your families. For those who have lost a loved one giving me my freedom may God's hand touch and comfort you. For those of you serving on the battlefields I ask that God watch over you.
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Patriotic Poem
I Remember You
© By Mary Kay Glunt
When I walk into my church,
free and without fear,
I remember you.
When I see children playing in the school yard,
girls and boys of all kinds,
I remember you.
When I see families working together,
regardless of religion or nationality,
I remember you.
When I go to sleep
without worry for my family's safety,
I remember you.
When I see our flag waving in front of my home,
and when I can salute that flag without fear of reprisal,
I remember you.
When I remember you,
I think of the sacrifices you made so I could have these things.
I think of your commitment and your service
beyond mere duty.
I think of all that you have given
so that I and those whom I love can be free.
When I pray at night and give thanks
for the blessings God has given,
I remember you.
