I’ve been volunteering with a group that tends to focus its efforts on U.S. Veterans and active service personnel. My participation has been rather mild and as of yet, I’ve had no direct contact with anyone in the organization other than the volunteers. In other words, I’m working behind the scenes with this group. And that’s cool.

 

But I have learned a lot, and I do appreciate being able to go about the living of my life in relative safety and peace, so when I put flaggie out for display today I think I’ll be smiling. And thinking about the folks I know who’ve served. Some are still around. Some not. Or maybe they are. For when we think of those who’ve passed on, aren’t they made present in our memories, if only for the moment? I know that when I picture my grandfather – Little Papa – I can actually see the Brylcreem in his hair and hear his voice. It’s amazing. And it sure feels real to me.

 

Here’s hoping your Memorial Day – and your memories – are grand.

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