A Memorial Day Message (May 30th) from Michael Williams
L-R: Michael Williams message
Memorial Day, which falls on the last Monday of May, honors the men and women who have died in our Nation’s service. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971, to set aside one special day for the nation to get together to remember, reflect and honor those who have given their all in service to our country.
As we observe this Memorial Day whether visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings or participating in parades, let’s take a moment to give a true tribute to the men and women who gave their lives for our liberty.
These patriots all came from different backgrounds and walks of life, but they all had one thing in common; their love and loyalty for America. Because of their courage we go about our day-to-day activities free, free from dictators, free from communist commissars, and from Islamic jihadists. We owe them so much and all too often seem to appreciate them so little. By honoring them, we preserve their memory and acknowledge their sacrifice.
This Memorial Day let’s do even more to preserve their memory and acknowledge their special sacrifice. Why not make a contribution to a highly rated veteran or military charity or sit down for a visit with a wounded soldier at your local Veteran’s Hospital?
If you’re in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, join Donna and I “welcome home” some Army soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan for two weeks of well deserved rest and recuperation. There is no more moving and inspirational experience.
You can’t imagine the sheer joy of witnessing those young men and women, who left home a while ago, a little nervous and awkward, departing DFW airport with their backs straight, heads high and eyes staring strong and straight ahead, perhaps, with one of them looking through the crowd for the newborn he’s never seen.
And, there you are, standing with other Americans, chanting USA! USA!, waving the American flag, shaking their hands, patting them on the back, telling them “thank you”. So call (972) 574-0392 to find out the time and terminal for the R&R arrival. We look forward to seeing you.
“We come, not to mourn our dead soldiers, but to praise them.” — Francis A. Walker
Memorial Day, which falls on the last Monday of May, honors the men and women who have died in our Nation’s service. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971, to set aside one special day for the nation to get together to remember, reflect and honor those who have given their all in service to our country.
As we observe this Memorial Day whether visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings or participating in parades, let’s take a moment to give a true tribute to the men and women who gave their lives for our liberty.
These patriots all came from different backgrounds and walks of life, but they all had one thing in common; their love and loyalty for America. Because of their courage we go about our day-to-day activities free, free from dictators, free from communist commissars, and from Islamic jihadists. We owe them so much and all too often seem to appreciate them so little. By honoring them, we preserve their memory and acknowledge their sacrifice.
This Memorial Day let’s do even more to preserve their memory and acknowledge their special sacrifice. Why not make a contribution to a highly rated veteran or military charity or sit down for a visit with a wounded soldier at your local Veteran’s Hospital?
If you’re in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, join Donna and I “welcome home” some Army soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan for two weeks of well deserved rest and recuperation. There is no more moving and inspirational experience.
You can’t imagine the sheer joy of witnessing those young men and women, who left home a while ago, a little nervous and awkward, departing DFW airport with their backs straight, heads high and eyes staring strong and straight ahead, perhaps, with one of them looking through the crowd for the newborn he’s never seen.
And, there you are, standing with other Americans, chanting USA! USA!, waving the American flag, shaking their hands, patting them on the back, telling them “thank you”. So call (972) 574-0392 to find out the time and terminal for the R&R arrival. We look forward to seeing you.
“We come, not to mourn our dead soldiers, but to praise them.” — Francis A. Walker
1 comment:
Excellent!! On this Memorial Day. This was interesting and very informational. I had no idea it dated back so far and that there is still some controversy about the date. Thank you for the tribute.
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