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Memorial Day
This Monday is Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, and it is a day of remembrance that commemorates U.S. men and women who died while in military service.
Over the past several years we as a country have forgotten the true meaning of the holiday. Most people think of it as the first weekend of summer, the local public swimming pools open, we have cookouts and parties to celebrate the long weekend. Most communities no longer have parades to honor our veterans.
In 2000, President Clinton asked the nation to endorse the addition of a moment of silence to the holiday, designating 3 P.M. local time for a minute of quiet reflection on the meaning of America’s war dead.
So on this holiday weekend- let’s all remember the fallen hero’s that have given their ALL for this great country, and fly our flags, and be proud of all who have and who currently serve this country.
Remember, Memorial Day is a day when we pause to give thanks to the people who fought for the things we have.
Patriotism & Flags
The weekend before Thanksgiving my wife and I went to the last Sprint Cup Race of the season at Homestead-Miami Speedway and that got me thinking about all of the activities that go on before, during and after the race.
I am constantly amazed at the amount of PATRIOTSIM that is shown by this sport. Not only by the fans, but by the sport itself. Fly-overs highlight every race. Four branches of the military now sponsor a team, and Military personnel are always welcome at the races.
Since September 11, 2001 singers belt out “God Bless America” before moving on to singing the National Anthem. Crew members stand on pit road waving small American Flags, and some teams proudly display the flag atop carts lining pit road.
Overseas, reservists tune into races free of charge and receive goodwill visits from drivers, officials and track owners.
I am proud to say that I am a Nascar fan, and proud of what they do for our WONDERFUL Military Personnel. Thank you Nascar. And thank you to all of our Military Families and Veterans for all you do and have done to keep the Country Safe and Free.