Honoring and Remembering

I cannot believe another Memorial Day Weekend is upon us. It's a time to celebrate the unofficial start of summer with grilling, beach days and family time. My husband and I have a tradition of doing a five mile run in a town on the New Jersey shore. We have done this for three years now and for me, it is not about my "time" but enjoying the experience of the day.

We also have a tradition of lining our driveway with small American Flags, something my husband does religiously every year. It is a time to remember all our service men and women who have died for our nation. I like to think about it as honoring all those who have served our country and in putting out the flags we are thanking them again.

May 30th is also the anniversary of my mother's death. Yes, it will be two years but I must say that I feel her presence more than I feel her absence. She is missed and so I thought I would post a photo taken at my surprise 40th birthday party in 1997. I don't remember who took the photo, but it is of both my mom, myself and one of my lovely brothers, Don.

I remember the day distinctly as it was probably 90 degrees with 90 percent humidity. Anyone who knows New Jersey can attest to how hot and sticky the weather can be. Thank goodness we had the arbor to shade us from the hot August sun. I was a wonderful day. One I shall never forget.

Enjoy Memorial Day, your family and the numerous "others" who continue to serve and die for our incredible country. Thank you.