Entrance to Maple Hill Cemetery on Memorial Day Today we remember those who serve(d) and sacrifice(d). My father tried to get into every branch of service during WWII, but was unable to because of his congenital nystagmus. (If he had been, would he have married my mother? Would there have been a me?) He was accepted […]
Sacred Sod
“I need to go plant flowers at the cemetery this weekend,” I said. “When you and Dad are gone, will I have to do that?” My daughter brushes a blond strand off her forehead. “You don’t have to,” I smile. “I mean, is it my job, my responsibility?” I shrug. “I like to […]
remembering on memorial day
Today we remember those who serve and sacrifice. My father tried to get into every branch of service during WWII, but was unable to because of his congenital nystagmus. (If he had been, would he have married my mother? Would there have been a me?) He was accepted as a Civil Air Patrol Cadet at […]
scripture sunday: no greater love
“Your silent tents of green We deck with fragrant flowers; Yours has the suffering been, The memory shall be ours.” ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Stilled, Sandy
Remembering . . .
Entrance to Maple Hill Cemetery on Memorial Day Today we remember those who serve and sacrifice. My father tried to get into every branch of service during WWII, but was unable to because of his congenital nystagmus. (If he had been, would he have married my mother? Would there have been a me?) He was […]
Five Minute Friday: Sacred Sod
“I need to go plant flowers at the cemetery this weekend,” I said. “When you and Dad are gone, will I have to do that?” My daughter brushes a blond strand off her forehead. “You don’t have to,” I smile. “I mean, is it my job, my responsibility?” I shrug. “I like to do it. […]
Saturday Snaps: Small Town Memorial Day Parade
137 years later, Memorial Day remains one of America’s most cherished patriotic observances. The spirit of this day has not changed – it remains a day to honor those who died defending our freedom and democracy. ~Doc Hastings
Monday Meditation: Memorial Day Morning at Maple Hill (repost)
Maple Hill saw lots of activity this past week. Sprucing up. Decorating. The cemetery is awash in flags. The American Legion places them on the graves of veterans every year. There’s been activity there since early this morning, too. Entry flags hung and raised to half staff. Preparations for memorial service. I took a slow […]
