Memorial Day, a day on which those who died in active military service are remembered. It originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official holiday in 1971. We honor those men and women on today by visiting Cemetaries, memorials, and holding family gatherings.
I woke up this morning thinking about the commitment and sacrifice they made to fight for our country. Deciding to stand on the front line or leave your family behind to serve in any form of military is an unselfish commitment and a big deal. It is fighting for something and not knowing if you are going to survive or return home the same way you left.
Military families are all on the front line, the children, spouses, close friends and even us. I will admit I am not brave enough to sign up for military service and I think about those that do and I have compassion and adoration for them. We have all read about the results of wars and have heard stories of losses, that are heart wrenching.
Let us remember the families today that have experienced loss, have a moment of silence, and pray for them, because the pain goes down from generation to generation. Think about the children who have lost their parents and the effect it must have had on them, thinking about how they left home to do something amazing for their country and how proud they were, but to have them never return.
At this moment we are still fighting, families are still experiencing loss and we will continue to remember every one of them. If you see anyone or if you personally know someone in the military thank them for their service and let them know you appreciate them no matter the rank or position.
There are also ways you can help by donating things to military families to show your support, so I encourage you to check in your community for ways to do so.
Forever remembering the sacrifice,