Can we ever thank those who defend our country enough? I don’t think it is possible. Similarly, it is just as important to thank the families of those who make the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Thank you to the mothers and fathers, sisters and brothers, spouses and children of those who serve and those who have died doing so. As the mother of one child, I can’t imagine sending him off to war. Today, I think of each of you and am grateful for the gift you have given our country.

I read a wonderful Memorial Day Story I wanted to share. It is about love, keeping memories alive, coming of age and paying tribute to our heroes. It reminds us that “life isn’t just about getting what you want. Sometimes it involves giving up the things you love for what you love even more.”

Here’s to the heroes and those who love them. To the dreams they had and the dreams they gave up. For the lives they touched and the freedom they defended. Today, we honor you.