Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. First enacted to honor Union soldiers of the American Civil War, started honoring all soldiers after World War I.

My children and I had the honor and privilege of seeing the Vietnam Moving Wall Memorial. It is something I will never forget. Seeing all the names on the wall, knowing that they gave their life so that other may have freedom. Thousands and thousands of names…knowing that more men and women have given their life in other wars. The feeling you get is just so overwhelming. Very hard to describe. A feeling though, that will never be forgotten.

And saying thank you, just doesn’t seem to be enough. However, it is the only thing I have to offer, other than a prayer for those still fighting the fight for our freedom and our country.

So, thank you to those in the past and present who have served the USA. We are able to live in a land of freedom thanks to you. May God bless you and your families.