Happy Memorial Day - Tampa Military Support

[Bausfkid]

Just wanted to wish everyone a very Happy Memorial Day.  Tampa has a very large military presence and I always love when they support us at events throughout the year.

Take a minute between beers and brats to say a prayer for all our active military and remember those who gave all.

Go Bulls!

[Brad]

 

[charsibb]

Heading off shortly for some pancakes at the American Legion and a small-town parade in Oak View, CA.

And yes, it most certainly is a day to remember those who are currently serving, as well as living veterans, and those vets that died peacefully in their beds long after their service.

Holidays and ceremonies will change over time as the population of celebrants changes. Memorial Day is no exception, and there's a long history of this kind of discussion. According to Wikipedia, as far back as  "1913 ... complained that younger people born since the war had a "tendency ... to forget the purpose of Memorial Day and make it a day for games, races and revelry, instead of a day of memory and tears"

No need for buckets of tears, especially for those who died in service. A solemn moment of reflection is a good thing, but a joyous celebration of the America they forged is a good thing as well. My daddy made it back, but a lot of others didn't.

So I will watch the parade today, with a tear in my eye for those that gave the ultimate sacrifice - and for those still MIA - and a song in my heart for the country they help create, with hope for the future that someday no more will have to sacrifice for king and country.

 

Edited May 28, 2018 by charsibb

[Skingraft]

Everyone needs to order a drink, or pour one from home, don't drink it nor let it be poured out today.

It's for our brothers and sisters today.

 

Semper Fi