Memorial Day!

Today is Monday, May 26, 2008! Today is also Memorial Day! It is a U.S. Federal holiday typically observed the last Monday of May. This day was formerly known as Decoration Day. It commemorates the men and women of the United States Armed Fores who perished while serving our country. This day was first enacted to honor Union soldiers of the American Civil War and was later expanded after WWI to include casualties of any war or military action.

The photograph below is of the American Flag which flies in front of our home on these rather important days and is a symbol of the many freedoms we have because of the men and women who have served our great country. I am thankful to my husband who faithfully served in the United States Air Force so many years ago. Thank you to every member of the U.S. Armed Forces, past, present and future for allowing us to live in this free world.