On this Memorial Day weekend, let us not forget those who fought and paid the ultimate sacrifice so that we might live freely in this beautiful country. May God bless our nation’s heroes buried at Arlington National Cemetery; and we must not forget those who have been wounded and struggle every day to live as they did before they served our country. If you have served in one of the branches of our military, thank you!
My friend Jim recently posted on Facebook, “… every Memorial Day, I go to Arlington National Cemetery… and get to hang out with our Nation’s heroes.” Beautifully said Jim, and thank you for allowing me to use your two photographs.
Arlington National Cemetery (photographed by Jim)
From Arlington National Cemetery, the Washington Monument can be seen in a distance. We truly have a beautiful nation’s capital.
Framing the Washington Monument (photographed by Jim)
The sun shining through our backyard American flag was so beautiful that I stopped cutting the grass and grabbed my camera. I’m so glad that I took the time to appreciate this beautiful sight!
Our backyard flag
Our bluebird is feeling very patriotic on this Memorial Day. He loves sitting on the flag pole watching his surroundings almost as much as Bill enjoys photographing him.
Bluebird (photographed by Bill)
Blessings to you this day as you spend time with family and friends reflecting on our many heroes. I am heading off for a run, and then I’ll spend my day preparing to host family and friends for our annual barbecue.
- Questions:
- Have you ever visited Arlington National Cemetery?
- What are your Memorial Day plans?
This post was breathtaking with the pictures you chose. Your American Flag picture with the bluebird is my favorite.
Thanks, I’ll tell Bill. Our little bluebird keeps us entertained! 🙂
I love your two pictures of the American Flag and the blue bird on it. I have been to Arlington National Cemetery before and it kind of takes your breath away. I hope y’all had a good BBQ!
[…] Today is Memorial Day and we must not forget those that fought and paid the ultimate sacrifice for us. Our freedom comes at a great cost to many, and we honor them today. Yesterday I wrote about Memorial Day and honoring our heroes, and you can see that post here. […]