Memorial Day commemorates all men and women who have died in military service for the U.S.
defending our freedom and democracy.
A day set aside to remember and honor those men and women who gave their all,
making the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
“I believe our flag is more than just cloth and ink. It is a universally recognized symbol that stands for liberty, and freedom. It is the history of our nation, and it’s marked by the blood of those who died defending it.”
– John Thune
“This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.”
– Elmer Davis
“Those who have long enjoyed such privileges as we enjoy forget in time that men have died to win them.”
– Franklin D. Roosevelt
“Freedom makes a huge requirement of every human being. With freedom comes responsibility.”
– Eleanor Roosevelt
“A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.”
– Joseph Campbell
“Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.”
– Unknown
“True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost.”
– Arthur Ashe
“Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.”
– Adlai Stevenson II
“Each of the patriots whom we remember on this day was first a beloved son or daughter, a brother or sister, or a spouse, friend, and neighbor.”
– George H. W. Bush
However you celebrate this Memorial Day, take some time to recognize
and reflect on those fought for our freedom, giving their all.
May we never forget that freedom isn’t free. . .
And may we always cherish the gift of freedom and remember those who gave their all for it.
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Thank you for the tribute. May we never forget.
Super post, Mary. I especially love your own photo of the sun shining on the flag on the pontoon. You know, I was working on some items for the antique booth this weekend, and among them were some Civil War items. To think brother fought against brother is unimaginable, yet each and every soldier who gave their life needs to be remembered. Let’s hope we can all be the kind of men and women our soldiers find worthy to fight for.
Beautiful post. Have a great and safe Memorial Day
LOVE ALL THE TRIBUTES! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
A Beautiful tribute! We will never forget!
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Thank you for your beautiful Memorial day remembrance 🙏🙏🙏
Wonderful tribute. Thank you Mary! Clara❤️
Thank you Mary, what an amazing way to start this Memorial Day reading all these very special quotes! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Beautiful…thank you for sharing!
What a beautiful and thoughtful post on this Memorial Day, Mary. Thank you. Let us all remember that freedom isn’t free.
Your post is a fitting and loving tribute to the meaning of this day. Thank you on behalf of our warriors, who serve—and preserve—our democracy.
AMEN AND AMEN
Beautiful and meaningful, Mary 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thank you for remembering and honoring all those who died for our freedom, Mary. ❤️🇺🇸💙
Thank You Mary for this beautiful tribute. Never forget those who served. Thank You for your service
Have a nice Memorial Day
Marilyn,Joan and Marion
AWESOME Memorial Day tribute to those brave men and women who served our Country and those families who are currently serving. God bless them🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Beautiful post, Mary. Each of these quotes are important messages for each of us to think about. Love your patriotic photos.
thank you for putting this beautiful heart-felt tribute!
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