Heavy gray clouds once again loom on the horizon. The prospect of more rain makes it appealing to spend the day indoors, but that is just not feasible. Instead, as I sit here and sip my morning Bucket O' Joe, I take a few moments to say a silent prayer.
I say a Thank You, to those who have gone on before.
Two hundred thirty three years ago, (or thereabouts,) The First Americans decided that they'd had ENOUGH. Many fought and died for the freedoms we enjoy today- one of those freedoms being this- a Holiday Weekend.
They drew up our Constitution.
They made it possible for AMERICA to become one of the most amazing places in the world to live.
Since then, our Armed Forces have fought and died to protect our rights.
To protect us- The American People.
Those same Servicemen and Women still fight to keep our country safe.
I ask only two small things. They are not even all that big, and will not take up much time from your grilling, your beach excursion, or your precious shopping. These two things will only take a moment.
What are they, you ask?
The first: Take a moment and bow your head. Say a silent (or not so silent) THANK YOU to those who have gone on before.
With out them, America never would have come to be.
The second: If you see a member of our Armed Forces today, reach out, shake their hand, and say a THANK YOU to them, as well.
With out them, America would cease to be.
That's all- two simple things.
For my part, I publicly say a huge, and heartfelt THANK YOU to those who paved the way, who made our country so amazing, who made AMERICA.
To those of today, I'll reach out to you and shake your hand, and thank you. I'll remember your fallen brothers in arms with you. I'll let you know-
We Believe In You.
Now go forth and enjoy your day, AMERICA.
But never forget.
For once we do, AMERICA will be no more.
I say a Thank You, to those who have gone on before.
Two hundred thirty three years ago, (or thereabouts,) The First Americans decided that they'd had ENOUGH. Many fought and died for the freedoms we enjoy today- one of those freedoms being this- a Holiday Weekend.
They drew up our Constitution.
They made it possible for AMERICA to become one of the most amazing places in the world to live.
Since then, our Armed Forces have fought and died to protect our rights.
To protect us- The American People.
Those same Servicemen and Women still fight to keep our country safe.
I ask only two small things. They are not even all that big, and will not take up much time from your grilling, your beach excursion, or your precious shopping. These two things will only take a moment.
What are they, you ask?
The first: Take a moment and bow your head. Say a silent (or not so silent) THANK YOU to those who have gone on before.
With out them, America never would have come to be.
The second: If you see a member of our Armed Forces today, reach out, shake their hand, and say a THANK YOU to them, as well.
With out them, America would cease to be.
That's all- two simple things.
For my part, I publicly say a huge, and heartfelt THANK YOU to those who paved the way, who made our country so amazing, who made AMERICA.
To those of today, I'll reach out to you and shake your hand, and thank you. I'll remember your fallen brothers in arms with you. I'll let you know-
We Believe In You.
Now go forth and enjoy your day, AMERICA.
But never forget.
For once we do, AMERICA will be no more.
10 comments:
amen, amen..
blessings
gp
Happy Memorial Day! I hope the rain holds off for a few hours so you little cubs can get some energy out, outside!! :) I thank God for our soldiers everyday. With out them we would be nothing today. Hope you have a wonderful day.
I'm with you on this. Probably won't get off the farm to see any military but I appreciate them none the less.
Hope you have a nice holiday. (also could use some tips on how you get those indents on your writing......I can't seem to figure out anything in that regard. I am so tech dumb! LOL)
No beach excursions, bbq's or shopping going on around here. We lay low this holiday.
But I did say a prayer for all veterans, and for those still in the war zone. And I try to smile and say thank you to all military, past and current, that I see. I love the huge smiles they give me in return.
I hope you have a beautiful day, although it's not rainy here, it's windy and sort of cold, so it makes me want to drink buckets o joe, too. :D
~Lisa
AMEN, AMEN!
We had a great weekend, alittle rain showers but not bad!
God Bless our military.
Such a nice post! Youalways do such a nice Patriotic post, heartfelt! Very nice, thank-you for the reminder.
Great thoughts. I usually go the the 21-gun salute at the veterans' section of the cemetery nearby, but missed it this year due to horse camping. Felt a bit guilty. The VFW rifle corps gets older every year, and I sometimes wonder if it will disappear.
Great things to keep in mind for the holiday weekend.
amen amen amen
Well said and amen.
anne from www.smellshorsey.com
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