Reflection...

To me, Memorial Day is one of the most reflective and contemplative holidays. Other than Christmas and Easter, their is no other holiday that takes me back more to what others have done for me.

My Grandfather, who passed away in October of 1999, was a World War II veteran. I remember has a child sitting around my grandfathers living room listening to him talk about all the things he saw and did in the war in Germany, especially the Battle of the Bulge in which he fought. My grandfather was truly proud of the job he did serving his country. In 1999 when he died we had full military honors at his funeral. The flag draped over his coffin, taps and a 21 gun salute.

Every Memorial Day I have to fight back the tears. Because one thing my grandfather instilled in me was an appreciation and a respect for those that have fought and given their lives to ensure our freedom. I think of the sacrifice that those men and women gave for me, but I also remember the ultimate sacrifice, the sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross. He gave His life so that I might have freedom as well as eternal life.

I hope that you did not let this holiday pass with out thanking God not only for the sacrifice of those that served our country, but also for the sacrifice of Jesus for our sins!