Today we have set aside, this last Monday in May, as Memorial Day. It was originally May 30 but in the 1970s it was moved to make for a 3-day holiday weekend.
This afternoon at 3pm, we are to pause and in our own way remember those who have served our country. A moment of silence and prayer.
The remembering of fallen soldiers began after the Civil Way. By 1890 Memorial Day was recognized by all of the northern states. The South refused to acknowledge the day, honoring their dead on separate days until after World War I.
I found this quote on line: "Traditional observance of Memorial day has diminished over the years. Many Americans nowadays have forgotten the meaning and traditions of Memorial Day. At many cemeteries, the graves of the fallen are increasingly ignored, neglected. Most people no longer remember the proper flag etiquette for the day. While there are towns and cities that still hold Memorial Day parades, many have not held a parade in decades. Some people think the day is for honoring any and all dead, and not just those fallen in service to our country. "
Please join me at 3pm and take a moment to reflect and acknowledge.
'til later
This afternoon at 3pm, we are to pause and in our own way remember those who have served our country. A moment of silence and prayer.
The remembering of fallen soldiers began after the Civil Way. By 1890 Memorial Day was recognized by all of the northern states. The South refused to acknowledge the day, honoring their dead on separate days until after World War I.
I found this quote on line: "Traditional observance of Memorial day has diminished over the years. Many Americans nowadays have forgotten the meaning and traditions of Memorial Day. At many cemeteries, the graves of the fallen are increasingly ignored, neglected. Most people no longer remember the proper flag etiquette for the day. While there are towns and cities that still hold Memorial Day parades, many have not held a parade in decades. Some people think the day is for honoring any and all dead, and not just those fallen in service to our country. "
Please join me at 3pm and take a moment to reflect and acknowledge.
'til later
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