Today we honor our United States men and women who died while in military service. Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States, and it is now observed on the last Monday of May. This day was first known as Decoration Day, and it was first enacted to honor soldiers of the American Civil War. The name of "Memorial Day" was first used in 1882. It did not become more common until after World War II, and was not declared the official name by Federal law until 1967.
Many brave men an women have given their lives in service to our country. I honor their courage and their memories, and I give thanks to their families for their sacrifice.
Thank you to Sally at Smiling Sally for hosting Blue Monday.
Good morning Beverly, this post is a very nice remembrance to our soldiers who have given their lives protecting our country. It truly makes me sad on this special day in the honor of American men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice. I think of their families who were left to mourn them as well.
Have a happy Memorial day.
Love you,
Jeanne
Posted by: jeanne | May 31, 2010 at 06:19 AM
Beautiful tribute, Beverly. Thank you for sharing the details about this holiday.
Have a wonderful day! ~ Sarah
Posted by: Sarah | May 31, 2010 at 07:50 AM
Great minds think alike, Beverly; I have a similar post for today. Happy Blue Monday.
Posted by: Sally | May 31, 2010 at 08:10 AM
Thank you for the photo.
Have a wonderful Blue Monday!
Sarah
Posted by: Sarah | May 31, 2010 at 08:28 AM
Good morning Beverly. Your feature honoring our service people is very, very nice and also touching. It is so sad we have so many of these little crosses that perhaps should have never had to be usd.
Posted by: LaVoice | May 31, 2010 at 08:55 AM
Amen, sugar. Our flag is flying in the front yard today....
xoxo,
Connie
Posted by: Connie | May 31, 2010 at 09:09 AM
Thank you for such a touching tribute in words and picture Beverly!
I've been to Arlington Cemetary and will never forget that experience.
Lynn
Posted by: Lynn-teacupstitches | May 31, 2010 at 09:26 AM
G'morning....we fly our flag every day that is dry or not too windy. It seems to be flying just a tiny bit higher today, tho.
xo bj
Posted by: bj | May 31, 2010 at 09:26 AM
A very touching photo you've got here. We all remember those who fight for our freedom. Proud to be american! Happy Blue Monday!
BM-Memorial day
Posted by: Kim | May 31, 2010 at 10:04 AM
We all have a lot to be thankful for, and your tribute is just beautiful.
rachel
Posted by: racheld | May 31, 2010 at 02:39 PM
Lest We Forget, Happy Blue Monday <3
Posted by: Teena | May 31, 2010 at 04:04 PM
I still like the term Decoration Day---it makes me think of many trips to the cemeteries to "decorate" the graves when I was small. However, even when I was a kiddo, our family put flowers on the graves of all of our deceased family members/friends....not just the military.
Hope your day was peaceful! L, Dana
Posted by: dana | June 01, 2010 at 10:43 PM
Very moving image Beverly~~
How greatful I am to live in the USA and humbled by the soldiers spirit and fighting for our freedom. We had a memorable memorial day weekend~~spent time at the Riversdie National Cemetery and cheered on thouseands of motorcylces leading a processing to honor our fallen soldiers.
Have a blessed week:)
Kay Ellen
Posted by: kayellen | June 02, 2010 at 01:25 AM