Monday, May 25, 2009

Memorial Day

Memorial Day is upon us again.
I am gone today - visiting cemeteries (more on that later).
However, I would be remiss if I didn't take the day to recognize
how blessed I am as an American.

It would be wrong too, if I didn't take a moment to honor
those that have protected the rights given to me as an American
These guys:

and countless other men and women who have
fought and died to protect what Americans believe it.

Thank You for.....


Freedom To Worship
Prints by Norman Rockwell

Freedom Of Speech


Freedom From Want


Freedom From Fear


Because Freedom Has Never Been Free

12 comments:

Alicia @ boylerpf said...

Amen...that truly is all I can say...beautiful post.

Mari Mansourian said...

very nice Jules

Lorac said...

I hope your day went well. Very good post!

Laura Doyle said...

Oh Jules, I love those pics. So nostalgic...

I fantasize about living in the fifties. Ssh...don't tell anyone.

TheChicGeek said...

Beautiful post, Julie.
Thank you for reminding us of the great sacrifices others have made for us.
Have a Happy Memorial Day!

Dash said...

hi

just came across ur blo from marinik;s page. Absolutely lovely post. And reflective:)

Dash said...

hey jules,

thanks for the comment on my page! i love ur blog so much, Ive decided to post about it! do check it out:)

MITH said...

So nice of you to remind us that Memorial Day is about more than BBQs and poolside drinks. I needed that.

Memories Of Mine said...

So true, freedom is not free and shouldn't be taken for granted. Lovely post.

Adan said...

*standing ovation*

Dionne said...

So true - amen to that!
I found your through Pursuing Me (Dash's blog). Great post!

Liz Fulcher, The Fragrant Muse said...

Thank you for this, Jules. My Dad is buried right there in Arlington after serving in WWII, Korea and Vietnam.
Excellent post.