In memory of those that established this free country, I bought a flag (and with the help of my daughters) posted it on the house.
In memory of my agrarian ancestors we tilled the garden beds, got dirt in our fingernails, and planted a dozen tomato plants. We hope to enjoy many salads, salsa, and sauces from these plants later this summer.
In memory of so many fallen soldiers scattered in cemeteries of this country and abroad, I pay tribute to their sacrifice. Their lives were extinguised in an effort to preserve the better lives me and my family enjoy today.
In memory of my paternal grandparents, all of whom have left this earth, I honor their examples of faith, hard work, and service. I also honor my maternal grandparents, still living, who endured the antics of an 18-year old college freshman living in their basemen when retirement should have been providing them with peace and quiet.
3 comments:
Suddenly my four tomato plants seem lacking.
Oh wait. If I planted more that would require canning. Um, I don't think so.
We need more Americans with your attitude ,Paul.
Loved this post Paul!
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