Happy Memorial Day with a Little Rolling Thunder
A weekend of Rolling Thunder events began on Friday at 5 p.m. with a “Blessing of the Bikes” at the Washington National Cathedral. At 9 p.m. there was a candlelight vigil at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. Pictures would have been almost sacrilegious at that point. It was a raw show of emotions, all these years later. I can relate. Time softens, but, doesn't take it away.*
I have no words for these personal expressions of gratitude. God Bless You, Harry. May you Rest in Peace. It is a sobering sight, yet somewhat inspiring to know that so many fought to protect their country and its freedoms. — at Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
The Wall has the names inscribed by the day of casualty. Beginning at the center/apex, the names start on the East Wall (right-hand side) working their way out to the end of that wing, picking up again at the far end of the West Wall (left-hand side) and working their way back in to the center/apex, joining the beginning and end of the conflict at the center. This according to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund.
And just like that, this day is over. Wherever you are, whatever you are doing, have a Happy Memorial Day and please, drink and drive responsibly. God Bless America.
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Many people confuse Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Memorial Day is a day for remembering and honoring military personnel who died in the service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle.
I always post this poem down at the bottom of my posts. It is one that has become so near and dear to my heart. I only post the most famous part of it, but, wanted to post it in its entirety today.
i cried the way women on tv do
folding at the middle
like a five pound note.
i called the boy who use to love me
tried to ‘okay’ my voice
i said hello
he said warsan, what’s wrong, what’s happened?
and these are what my prayers look like;
dear god
i come from two countries
one is thirsty
the other is on fire
both need water.
i held an atlas in my lap
ran my fingers across the whole world
and whispered,
"where does it hurt?"
it answered,
"everywhere"
"everywhere"
Such a nice, heartfelt post and tribute to the fallen of our country. Thanks for putting this out for us. I've visited the wall, on just 'any old day', and it was INCREDIBLY moving. Really choked me up. And I don't know anyone personally that is on it, or was involved in the war. It is truly a deep tribute to the many who sacrificed so much. Thanks for putting this out, and reminding us once again, on such an important day.
I have to say, I don't get the dropping the ride, but then, logic is often missing in today's world. Thanks again, and have a most peaceful day my friend.
Buen dia,como esta? Caramba su ausencia preocupa ya que ha dejado de publicar sus lindas imagenes y contenido amiga,espero no sea por nada malo la ausencia,que la pase bien,saludos
A very touching post may they all RIP.
How sad that so many are unaccounted for, the families will never find closure, war is an ugly ugly thing!
Beautiful tribute to the lost soldiers @dswigle.
A beautiful tribute to the true meaning on Memorial Day. such touching and powerful images
I find it sad that this is the last year of the Rolling Thunder events, it is a wonderful tribute to those who served,
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I saw so many posts and tributes on FB and instagram for Memorial Day. It's amazing how uniting this holiday is in the US. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and perspective.
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Its all about honour and sacrifice, the patience and progress to be solder who is serving for own country and died to protect its honour. Happy memorial day.
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Hearing about the memorial day for the first time but I guess I need to celebrate it also. Happy memorial day