Memorial Day

In recent days I finished reading “War” by Sebastian Junger and coincidently watched “The Pacific,” the TV miniseries about our war against Japan. And I’m in the middle of re-watching “The Jewel in the Crown,” which is set in India during WW II. To top it off, yesterday I saw a story on TV about a soldier who had lost both arms and legs in an IED explosion in Iraq.

I did not consciously decide to focus on war-related media as a run-up to Memorial Day, but it happened – and now it is Memorial Day.

So instead of enjoying this day as an excuse to celebrate the start of summer, this year I am reminded that Memorial Day is about honoring those who have died in the service of their country. I invite you to join me and spend at least a few moments today to acknowledge and thank the men and women who have given their lives on our behalf.