Before Congress decided that we all needed a 3-day weekend in late May (not that there's anything wrong with that), Memorial Day was observed on May 30th - today.
To all those who still respect the traditional observance, and to those whom we honor - both this past Monday and today - for their service, this post is for you.
This is picture of Camp Butler National Cemetery, near Springfield, Illinois. My dad, Ralph W. Hoffacker, who was awarded the bronze star in World War II as a 1st Lt., U.S. Army, is buried there, and a marker for my grandfather, Harold G. Hoffacker, who was a casualty of World War II as a Capt., U.S. Army, and a silver star recipient, is there also.
I didn't think there were many who remembered that there are some traditions that mean a lot to some of us. Congratulations on a great post and for remembering. I really like reading your posts as they always have a little extra in them, seems from the heart.
Wayne, thanks for your comments. That means a lot to me, I appreciate it. Steve