Memorial Day

Greetings~


It is Memorial Day Weekend! People are out camping, having cookouts, going to parades, and car shows. Lots of activity! I think it is important that we take a moment to remember what this is all about-not just a long fun filled weekend, something much more important.


"Three years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union veterans — the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) — established Decoration Day as a time for the nation to decorate the graves of the war dead with flowers. Maj. Gen. John A. Logan declared that Decoration Day should be observed on May 30. It is believed that date was chosen because flowers would be in bloom all over the country.
The first large observance was held that year at Arlington National Cemetery, across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C....The crowd attending the first Memorial Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery was approximately the same size as those that attend today’s observance, about 5,000 people. Then, as now, small American flags were placed on each grave — a tradition followed at many national cemeteries today. In recent years, the custom has grown in many families to decorate the graves of all departed loved ones.(U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, 2014)


We all know some one who has served, and I am a huge pacifist myself, however to all of the men and women who have fought and serve to protect us and our freedom we owe you a huge thank you!


Have a blessed day-
Remembering You Always!


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I need to catch up on my posts. I feel like I have so much to say and fill you in on.
Today I also need to congratulate my cousin Cory Jon on his wedding day! I believe he has found the perfect match and mate in Kelsey. I remember the day you arrived at the hospital and I am honored to be a part of your special day today!


Happy Birthday Alexia Rose-I remember the day you were born you precious little peanut, and I have had the privilege to  be a part of your life from infant, toddler, precocious teenager, and now a young woman. My first Godchild. I love you so much I wish I could share in your day.


Every one have a wonderful holiday weekend.
Be safe!






Reference
United States Department of Veteran Affairs (2014) Memorial Day History. Retrieved from: http://www.va.gov/opa/speceven/memday/history.asp?utm_source=3birds&utm_medium=Web&utm_campaign=AUBURNVW_Fun+Facts+About+Memorial+Day