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[Malcontent]

Just a reminder for those not connected to the U.S. military: Memorial Day is a day of remembrance/mourning for those that died in service to the United States of America.

It’s not the start of BBQ season or for sales or parties.

It’s solemn.

Please consider Memorial Day as such.

[Sooner]

@Malcontent You'll earn your name with this one. . .

[ECBG]

Absolutely!  We were Air Force and flew B 52 bombers for 3 generations.

[Malcontent]

@Sooner 

My youngest son died in Afghanistan.

I’m a bit sensitive over this.

[Malcontent]

@ECBG 

Bless You and Yours that served.

[ECBG]

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@Malcontent wrote:

@ECBG 

Bless You and Yours that served.

@Malcontent 

Bless you for your service.

We lost our youngest in a wreck but i isn't the same.  My heart is with you and all parents that lost a child in war.

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[Malcontent]

@ECBG 

Losing a child no matter how, is still losing a child.

I am so sorry for your loss.

[Foxxee]

That is true @Malcontent.  This day is for a specific reason.  Have frequently thought about this.

[QVCkitty1]

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@Malcontent wrote:

Just a reminder for those not connected to the U.S. military: Memorial Day is a day of remembrance/mourning for those that died in service to the United States of America.

It’s not the start of BBQ season or for sales or parties.

It’s solemn.

Please consider Memorial Day as such.

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@Malcontent , I'm not connected to the military, but in my family it was a day to visit the cemetery and remember those that passed. Thank you for your family's service. 🇺🇸

[Porcelain]

It's important to be sensitive to the needs of those who observe the holiday in a solemn manner. And it's equally important to be tolerant of those who see it as a fun day off to enjoy with family. Many families do both. There is room for all of us. It's a big beautiful country, and our diversity of thought and our freedom to choose our actions are worth defending.