Showing Gratitude This Memorial Day

It used to be called Decoration Day. It took place on different days depending on where you lived. Then, in 1971, it became a national holiday called Memorial Day. With the chaos and confusion that surrounds us and divides us, it is important to remember that this holiday can and should unite us as a country. I know there are times set apart for our international friends who read this email to honor their fallen military men and women. This is that time for our country, the United States of America.

This is the time us for to show gratitude for those who served and gave the ultimate sacrifice for each one of us. These brave men and women chose to give their lives to protect the freedoms that we cherish. They are the reason that we can live in this incredible nation. This has nothing to do with politics, or picking sides or judging the decisions of our leaders. It has everything to do with showing appreciation for bravery, sacrifice and valor.

We use Memorial Day to get together with family and friends and enjoy a long weekend. We watch parades, visit vacation spots and eat lots of food. It is the unofficial beginning of our summer. All of that is good and right. Let’s also choose to remember the true meaning of this holiday. Lives are precious and our country owes a debt of gratitude to those who gave their all for us.

?Take a moment this Memorial Day week to stop and show appreciation for the heroes who have gone before us and who have lost their lives. Choose to truly honor Memorial Day and you will make a difference.

Larry