I'm always hesitant to say "Happy Memorial Day," because although we are much happier today because of the supreme sacrifice so many servicemen and women have made, it's bittersweet for so many families that have been touched by loss. So I'm filled with gratitude on this Memorial Day, as always, both to those who died, also to those who have fought, and to all those who have had a hand in shaping America's heroes. Also, thoughts and prayers today are with those families, especially wives, children and parents, who have experienced the pain of loss and know well that even the knowledge that their loved one is a hero, the difficulty isn't diminished.
People from every profession and walk of life contribute to our country's greatness but few, relatively speaking, have been asked to sacrifice their very lives for others. Volunteer or draftee, I'm grateful for everyone who answered their country's call.
People from every profession and walk of life contribute to our country's greatness but few, relatively speaking, have been asked to sacrifice their very lives for others. Volunteer or draftee, I'm grateful for everyone who answered their country's call.
