Memorial Day 2009- THANK YOU!

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Originally Posted by my miss storm cat

Even though this day has become synonymous with sales at the mall I think most of us understand that that's not what it's about at all.

It has? I think not.

Many thanks to those that have served, are serving and mostly to those that have paid the ultimate price.

[timmgirvan]

Well Said MMSC,and Ziggy! I wanted to add some info about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and the Sentinels who guard it. I found it fascinating.
http://www.snopes.com/military/unknown.asp

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Very cool that NASCAR stopped their race for:

"The White House Commission on Remembrance is an independent government agency, established by Congress, whose missions include: promoting the spirit of unity and remembrance through observance of The National Moment of Remembrance at 3 PM local time on Memorial Day; ensuring the nation remembers the sacrifices of America’s fallen from the Revolutionary War to the present; and recognizing those who have served and those who continue to serve our great nation and reminding all Americans of our common heritage."