May 22, 2024

Memorial Day 2024: A Time for Reflection and Gratitude Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May, is a solemn day of remembrance for the men and women who have died in military service to the United States. This year, as we gather with family and friends on May 27, 2024, we are reminded

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May 24, 2023

Memorial Day is a time to remember and “Honor the Fallen” – those who have sacrificed their lives while serving in the military.  Memorial Day is also an opportunity for families to honor and remember all their ancestors who have passed away. Recognizing the contributions and sacrifices made by those who came before us helps

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May 27, 2022

In observance of Memorial Day 2022, we share the following from Wikipedia. Memorial Day (originally known as Decoration Day[1]) is a federal holiday in the United States for mourning the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the United States armed forces.[2] It is observed on the last Monday of May. It was formerly observed on May 30 from 1868 to

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May 27, 2021

Happy Memorial Day 2021. A reminder – Memorial Day honors those who died while serving in our military. Veteran’s Day honors all veterans. Armed Forces Day honors those presently serving. I will enjoy – weather permitting – several nice long bike rides on Memorial Day Weekend.  I’ll be stopping by the cemetery to pay respects

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May 25, 2020

This Memorial Day 2020 weekend, the traditional kickoff to summer, will be different than we’re used to. Whatever your tradition is, it’s likely impacted somehow by the COVID19 crisis.  This, from NPR.org: U.S. government buildings, military posts and embassies will fly the flag at half-staff through Memorial Day weekend in memory of the nearly 100,000

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