In Honor of Memorial Day

Memorial Day Thoughts

(A poem by Carole Jakucs)

They are proud to serve and keep us safe.

We are blessed to have them with God’s grace.

It matters not to them one’s race.

They serve with honor from every state.

They form a team of all our best.

And they stand out from all the rest.

We give our thanks to all who serve.

Service is a sacrifice that can throw many curves.

For those that never can come home.

We owe them more than remembrances of stone.

Our thoughts and prayers to all who serve.

We thank you for our liberties you preserve.

Photo By: U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian Gaines [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons






Even though this is a health blog, I could not pass up the opportunity to give thanks to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation and recognize those who have served and are still serving now. 

3 things to be grateful for on July 4th

As we celebrate America's Independence and our freedom today, it brings to mind three thoughts:


1. Remember our troops serving us around the world, but especially those currently serving in in harm's way in Afghanistan. Their sacrifices uphold our Constitution and our way of life. Send them a card, letter or care package, or, donate to a community group that is doing so; let them know they are not forgotten. Thank them for their service. Support their families that are here at home. Remember our Veterans.


2. Exercise your right to vote with each and every election (from local to national) so many have died to preserve that right for all of us.


3. Enjoy the day and evening with family and friends, eat healthy foods, practice water safety by assigning a designated person to observe those that are swimming, sun safety to prevent burns, and if you choose to drink, do so in moderation and responsibly (don't drink and drive any type of vehicle).

Memorial Day – A Time to Remember Our Fallen Heroes

As we spend time with family and friends this holiday and go to the beach or have that barbecue, please take time to remember those who sacrificed their lives while serving our country and preserving our freedom.

The reason we celebrate Memorial Day is to honor our fallen military heroes. Their lives were cut short, their potential never reached and their dreams lost forever. Their families and friends are still grieving, no matter when they lost their Warrior. 

It is not the politician, athlete, basketball star, MVP, actor, movie star, singer or rapper that’s a hero; the hero is the Warrior who serves our great nation. Talent is not equivocal to courage, fame is not synonymous with heroism. Use this day to pause, remember and honor their sacrifices. Remember and help their families. Honor those are still serving us now all over the world, but also in Afghanistan.

A famous quote attributed Abraham Lincoln says it all: “Any nation that does not honor its heroes, will not long endure”.