Memorial Day

[Naturalhoosier 15,478]

As we sit back and eat our bbq grub, watch the 500, and argue political hot topics, let's remember to take a moment to thanks those who made the greatest sacrifice so we can have these rights that we enjoy as Americans.

Thank YOU!!!!!!!!

[rebelhoosier848891 9,588]

I second that Natural!

 

Sometimes we forget that the reason we have so much------ is because of those that gave so much! God Bless the veterans and those who sacrificed and died in defense of FREEDOM.

[HoosierAloha 30,102]

All gave some, some gave all.  WE REMEMBER!

 

I ask to keep those families of the service members who paid the ultimate price in your thoughts and prayers this Memorial Day weekend. 

[OliviaPope40 7,443]

“Ask not what your country can do for you-- ask what you can do for your country.” -- John F. Kennedy 

[Hovadipo 61,456]

Anyone at the race today? That Memorial Day tribute for the kid from Brazil that was killed overseas damn near had me crying like a baby.

[Parakeet Jones 4,028]

Anyone at the race today? That Memorial Day tribute for the kid from Brazil that was killed overseas damn near had me crying like a baby.

It got to me too

[ou812dude 3,326]

It's officially Memorial Day.

 

I hope everyone enjoys the holiday, but let's take a moment and recognize what this day is all about...

 

to remember those that fought and died in service for these United States and the preservation of the Constitution...

 

I have a son that's a Marine, and the military is a very important part of my life...

 

God Bless all, and peace to you all on this somber day.

[IU Hoosier41 14,490]

Well said! I agree 100% with the above. And also thanks to your son and & your family for the sacrifices you all make.

[OliviaPope40 7,443]

“Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.” -- Mark Twain

[jmsgws 2,181]

Former Army Maj. Matthew Burden, a military blogger who often shares stories of the fallen, shared this:

"It is important to remember them, and it is just as important to enjoy yourself this weekend. To spend time with your family and friends," he told BI. "What better assurance to them that they did not die in vain? Enjoying your freedom and understanding it's value is the best way to honor the sacrifices of my friends. That's the way they'd want you to spend Memorial Day.

Remembering them, and being a good friend, father, and an American is the best way that I can honor their memory."

Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/memorial-day-2014-5#ixzz3b9vaMfzQ

[Bryan Medema 1,488]

Former Army Maj. Matthew Burden, a military blogger who often shares stories of the fallen, shared this:
"It is important to remember them, and it is just as important to enjoy yourself this weekend. To spend time with your family and friends," he told BI. "What better assurance to them that they did not die in vain? Enjoying your freedom and understanding it's value is the best way to honor the sacrifices of my friends. That's the way they'd want you to spend Memorial Day.
Remembering them, and being a good friend, father, and an American is the best way that I can honor their memory."

Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/memorial-day-2014-5#ixzz3b9vaMfzQ

Perfectly said.

[Bobman1 2,913]

As many say "Land of the free, because of the brave"

[Ranger78 1,293]

Sitting by the pool drinking a beer... I salute all our fallen heroes that gave everything for the country they love.

God Bless America ...

[Alford Bailey 13,228]

Just visited with my great uncle this week as he turned 95. Was one of the lucky ones who survived the landing at Normandy. Most of his buddies didnt. Imagine for a moment crossing the Channel in a landing craft and the door opening and machine gun fire killing everyone before they could move or the door opening and everyone drowning in 25 ft of water with heavy gear on. And we think we have it bad. Salute.

[ALASKA HOOSIER 11,329]

Never forget!

[Bobman1 2,913]

Just visited with my great uncle this week as he turned 95. Was one of the lucky ones who survived the landing at Normandy. Most of his buddies didnt. Imagine for a moment crossing the Channel in a landing craft and the door opening and machine gun fire killing everyone before they could move or the door opening and everyone drowning in 25 ft of water with heavy gear on. And we think we have it bad. Salute.

tell him Btown Banners thanks him for his service!

[JaybobHoosier 13,186]

Big thank you to our fallen soldiers who have gave the ultimate sacrifice. You will never be forgotten, and we can't thank you enough for fighting for our country!

God bless and thank you to the veterans and this still fighting.

USA USA USA USA USA