Less About That...
These photos haunt me...the way in which this young woman's life has changed so drastically that she is laying prostrate in a cemetery on a summer day contrasted with the triviality of lawn furniture advertised on a piece of junk mail that most people would immediately discard with a sense of disdain.
You know, whenever I encounter someone in the military, I make it a point to quickly say, "thank you for your service." I am always humbled and amazed at the looks that flash across his or her eyes. Initially, there is surprise. There is always gratitude. And, very, very frequently, for just a brief moment that is virtually imperceptible to anyone else, both of our eyes have a splash of a tear. Throats may be cleared, papers may be shuffled, eyes may briefly be diverted before the business at hand continues, but Gratitude and Respect has quickly been exchanged between two newly acquainted Americans.
I have always felt weird saying, "Happy Memorial Day."
I think I like, "Remember Memorial Day," better.
my first posting of these photos is here
14 comments:
Wonderful post. And I agree, I can't quite say Happy either. Remember seems much more appropriate.
Well said and Amen!
Glad to hear from you. Hope things are well.
Sweetie,
That picture brings tears to my eyes too. And I do the same thing. I thank our military. That is the very least I can do.
Daddy Lipstick put out our flag this morning. We are remembering.
Mommy Lipstick
Love this post Miss Lipstick, thank you for sharing it again. I remember that photo, and adore your sentiment on the 'happy' word.
Sending youa hug,
tp
You make a great point. I have not lost anyone to the military. I do forget the meaning myself of this day sometimes.
I can't say Happy either. Love your post. xoxo
That first picture just says so much without any words. I agree with your post.
PERFECT Memorial Day post!
Excellent point, and good for you and your special deeds.
I think my father, career Marine, would appreciate more than lots of things for someone out of the blue to thank him for his service.
Great post, you are so right!
I adore this post. Thank you for focusing on what the "holiday" is really all about. Freedom comes with a price. It's all too often that we forget about what it really costs us. THANK YOU, service women and men!
WOW! That's an eye opener! The top photo breaks my heart.
Also, Mr. Lipstick helping out with the laundry-good man!
Have a pretty day.
Kristin
So well said. What a wonderful sentiment.
I had one of those moments a few weeks back. Im an expat living in ireland and my husband and I were going on a mini-vacation to london. The airport we were flying from is a big stopping off point for the military. I asked one of the military guys if they were going home or just left. He said they were going home for a short leave. I quickly said well thank you for all that you do. And there is was just as you described it. choked up throat and all. It was a pretty good experience.
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