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The United States commemorates Memorial Day this year on Monday, May 29. Memorial Day (first called Decoration Day) began in 1868 to remember those killed in the Civil War. Since World War I, Memorial Day has become a time to honor all those who died in service to our Nation throughout our history.



I ask that on Monday, you join the nation in observing the “National Moment of Remembrance.” Formally established by Congress, the National Moment of Remembrance asks Americans wherever they are at 3 p.m., local time, on Memorial Day to pause in an act of national unity. The moment is a time of remembrance for America’s fallen and to make a commitment to give something back to our country in their memory.



The President has also directed that the flag be flown at half staff until noon on this Memorial Day on all buildings, grounds, and naval vessels throughout the United States, and in all areas under its jurisdiction and control. The President requests that the people of the United States display the flag at half staff from their homes.



This Memorial Day, please remember those who serve our country and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to our nation.

Hell Yeah. Thanks Jim for all that you did.

Dave B wrote:Hell Yeah. Thanks Jim for all that you did.

I concur! Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, to all that have served our country.

Jim,

Last night there was a show on the Discovery channel about Jesse James going over to Iraq and doing a build there. What would you have thought, if you were still over there and he came and paid you a visit. Would you appreciate it, or call bull shit or what?

To the veterans.

My uncle, a navy vet, passed away today from complications from surgery.

Not the best memorial day here

Dave, sorry about your Uncle. Hope you and the family pull thru this ok.

Dave-ROR wrote:

My uncle, a navy vet, passed away today from complications from surgery.

Not the best memorial day here

My deepest sympathies, Dave.

Damn Dave, my condolences go out to ya. If ya need anything, you know I'm close.

Sorry to hear Dave! My prayers are with your family..

Dave B wrote:Jim,

Last night there was a show on the Discovery channel about Jesse James going over to Iraq and doing a build there. What would you have thought, if you were still over there and he came and paid you a visit. Would you appreciate it, or call bull shit or what?

I think its good. Its always nice to see the rich/famous over there seeing whats going on. Granted its more than likely in the green zone. I think it boosts moral for the troops and give's them something to think about other than when the next attack will be, dying, or what theyre girlfriend back home is doing.

That's kinda what I figured, just something to get your mind off of your surroundings.

Dave B wrote:That's kinda what I figured, just something to get your mind off of your surroundings.

Although sometimes having your mind somewhere else can be dangerous!

Thanks for the posts guys (and Dawn ) :thumbup:

Memorial Service was yesterday. His family is taking it as well as can be expected... most of us are worried about my cousin (his son) more than anyone else.. he's holding everything in, we just hope it won't turn self destructive.