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Why We Celebrate Memorial Day
 

 


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May 22, 2009
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Why We Celebrate Memorial Day

Image 1My son, Steven Michael Holt got out of the navy last week after five years of service.

This morning, I was driving down the road and I looked at the navy sticker on the windshield of my car. I felt the pride swell up inside me for my son, for my country and for my family. All the men in my family served; my Grandfather was a shellback; my Dad -- military police in Germany.  Uncles, brothers and other family members served in Korea and Vietnam. I am proud of my family. I am proud of my country. I am proud of the boys that didn't come home and the Moms who gave their sons for my freedom.

This country may have its faults, but I stand tall with pride that it is still and always will be the greatest country of all. This weekend is about those Americans who also believe this and gave up their freedom to defend ours. I am so very proud of my son.

The Video Remember Me by Lizzie Palmer is a poignant, touching collection of memories and reminders that bring our troops closer to our hearts.

Linda Holt
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  • AMEN

    Out here in San Francisco, being patriotic won't win you any friends. When I see the Navy ships come in on occasion, I cringe, hoping that my fellow San Francisian's will treat them with the respect they deserve. I try and pass on to my kids and nephews that they should be thankful that others have sacrificed so much so that they can enjoy the freedom we all enjoy. hopefully some of it will sink in.

    I share your sentiments about the imperfections and the greatness of this country. As far as it being a great country forever, I don't think that's something any of us should take as Gospel. Our ancestors MADE this a great country and we and future generations have inherited the OPPORTUNITY to have a great country, not the entitlement of a great country.

    God bless those who have served for doing their part to keep this country great. I hope that we and future generations will be willing to make the sacrifices to keep it that way.

    Happy memorial Day to all.

    sfav8r
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