I was away this weekend for the Murphy Family Reunion. We were happy to be together again after skipping the event last year. The weather wasn’t very cooperative-it was cold in the park! We knew from weather forecasts that it would not be 80s or 90s as we’d already experienced this spring. But even with our sweaters, jackets, and blankets it was a very uncomfortable day!
On reflection of our discomfort I cannot compare it to those brave men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Other than my late father-in-law and a few others, there are not many veterans in the family. That doesn’t lesson my gratitude and honor for those who have served and those who still serve. I am well aware our country was built and sustained by the the blood and service of our military.
Here is a link to a video, well worth your watch: Go to www.myfaithvotes.org to see a video message from Lt. Col. Allen West. I encourage you to watch it. Lt. Col. West tells exactly what Memorial Day is all about and it isn’t picnics and family reunions. It is about remembering. May God help the United States of America.
“Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends” (John 15:13).