As we are preparing for family gatherings or setting out to the beach or the mountains this Memorial Day weekend, we must remember the true meaning of Memorial Day. It may represent the official kick off of summer, but it is so much more. It is a day that we pay tribute to the men and women, who gave their life’s for our freedom. It is a day, where the colors red, white and blue should be flown from every house and every building across the land.
33,000 flags are placed on Boston Common to commemorate those who have died in military service. Courtesy of the Boston Globe
Whether we have defended our lands in the early days of the republic or traveled to foreign lands to battle oppression and tyranny, the men and women of the United States Military have answered the call. Every American should attend a Memorial Day parade, so they can honor those who have served and died protecting the values that we hold so dear.
One hundred and fifty years ago, brothers took up arms against each other in the American Civil War. It remains the bloodiest of all the wars that Americans have fought in. This conflict tested the resolve of every American. In fact, every war requires a deep reflection of the necessity of war. It splits us to decide if we are for or against it. But, no matter what camp we land in, we must always pay tribute to those, who enter these conflicts and sacrifice their life’s, because this is no small order. As Americans, we have come to know the the value of ‘Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness’. It is truly a sacred right and every Memorial Day, we need to fly the stars and stripes proudly in honor of our fallen brothers and sisters.
