Good Morning,
Sunshine is once again coming through the window of our den and our oldest dog Gibbs found a spot on the floor where he can bask in the warmth of the gift from God. I just poured a hot cup of Door County Heroes Blend Coffee and it it time to write.
Today in America we observe Memorial Day. We remember those who served in the military and died on the battlefield. These men and women made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Many families throughout the years received some type of notice that their loved one will not be returning home. And life was never the same.
In April 1863, in Columbus. Mississippi, after decorating the graves of her two sons, who died representing their beloved South-Land, and elderly woman, walked to two mounds of dirt at the corner of the cemetery to place memorial flowers there also. "What are you doing? friends shouted. Those are the graves of two Union soldiers." Softly that compassionate mother said. "I know. I also know that somewhere up North, a mother or a young wife mourns for them as we do for ours."
That loving deed set in motion our celebration and remembrance day known as Memorial day. We honor the war dead once a year, but their sacrifice is evident every single day of the year. Because of their sacrifice we are free today and have the right to gather ourselves together and worship God.
John 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one's life for his friends.
As we are thankful today for those who sacrificed their lives let us also remember and respect the families who lost them. Take some time to pray for peace. God bless.
Marty
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