Remember

Posted on May 31, 2010 
Filed Under Focus on the Family Broadcast, Personal, Social Concern

Do you remember?

The Fuller household has been somewhat busy today, with a variety of household chores and some leisure time, as well. But I’ll admit we’ve not yet paused to think through and talk about the meaning behind this extended Memorial Day weekend.

Have you stopped to reflect on the meaning of today’s status as a federal holiday?

In his weekly radio address on Saturday President Obama called upon Americans to take time out from Memorial Day activities to,

…hold all our fallen heroes in your hearts, and if you can, to lay a flower where they have come to rest.

Excellent point.I can’t say that a lot of the people I know have been personally affected by the death of a relative fighting for our freedom.

Here’s an editorial that captures the heart of the day.

Memorial Day is the most profound holiday of the year. July Fourth may be more significant to us as a nation, but this is the one that brings lumps to our throats. I gaze at the waves of small American flags in cemeteries, flapping in the breeze like Kansas wheat, and I am overwhelmed.

You really should read that article, and also this excellent op-ed piece in today’s Chicago Tribune by a former U.S. Marine, in which the author tells of the costs associated with the defense of liberty. The writer’s main point for readers comes together in this thought:

…what I do ask is that on your way to the beach, or wherever else you are spending your holiday, you take one brief moment and just stop. Stop and think about our amazing country, and the men and women who gave all to make what we have possible.

Finally, here’s a tremendous story of a “man’s man,” a retire Lt. Col in the Army, who found out that life was far more valuable than he realized.

In the midst of barbecues, matinees, yard work and time with friends or family, I hope you’ll stop to remember.

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