Memorial Day
Friday, May 26th, 2017Even many Americans seem to FORGET or NOT KNOW that this coming Monday (May 29th) is a (federal) holiday – and most that do, seem to NOT KNOW (nor even care) why. What about YOU? (more…)
Even many Americans seem to FORGET or NOT KNOW that this coming Monday (May 29th) is a (federal) holiday – and most that do, seem to NOT KNOW (nor even care) why. What about YOU? (more…)
Many countries have an annual Memorial Day – to remember all those who died in (military) service to their nation. In the United States, the last Monday of May is a Federal holiday to honor those who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. (more…)
Memorial Monday was not originally intended as a day off of work to go shopping – nor to make the weekend longer to go anywhere else. It was meant to be a day to remember – and reflect with respect. (more…)
Each day is precious – and is best when appreciated, enjoyed, and shared as much as possible.
How and WHERE someone is buried is often important – to those who may want to visit their grave, tomb, monument, or wall (of honor). Most of what happens (in human society) after a person dies is for the benefit of the living who knew or had some connection to the person who is now dead. Funerals, wakes, prayers, caskets, and graves/markers are more for those who remember the “deceased” than for the body of the person who is no longer using it (who may or may not even be buried and “resting” there). (more…)
In many ways, all we really do in life is make memories – for ourselves and others. That which is not memorable is almost as if it did not occur or matter at all. Memorial Day is not a “holiday” as much as a reminder to remember – especially those who have died in “service” to us. Regardless of your political opinion, what your past experience was, or how the people in uniform are (mis)used, there is a reason why those in our military/armed forces are considered as “serving” – and why a holiday in their honor is deserving. (more…)