Memorial Day
The meaning spans across thousands and thousands of lives lost in defense of our nation against one threat or another. Many lives were lost in vein and for them in particular, I sit silently on the holiday morning to remember, if for nothing else but courtesy, that I am here because of our soldiers.
This is a great day to rejoice with family and friends and enjoy the little things in life that I and many others sometimes take for granted. Picnics and barbeques are traditional American activities, and I have some tricks I use to make the day hold its meaning. First the barbeque; I make sure that the history channel is on so the folks moving around the house can get a refresher course on what the country has been through. I hang American flags in different parts of the house and drape some red white and blue streamers across the walls. I love to play songs from the great wars to inspire everyone and add that sense of pride to the day and of course I eat with fervor with a mind for how much of a blessing all that food truly is.
Now for the picnic; I bring red white and blue party favors with matching paper plates. For the sake of tradition, I always bring fried chicken and potato salad. I keep the radio tuned to a station commemorating the day and I wish everyone I see a happy Memorial Day. It never fails to lift my heart and help me to keep perspective on things.
Wishing all the best to our soldiers.. Happy holiday!
Written by Delightful Biteful