“So, what does Memorial Day personally mean to you?”
The answer to this question will vary widely, depending on whom is being asked. A student on their way to the beach to meet friends told me that this is the start of Summer… and thank Goodness, a long weekend! A business owner struggling in this economy viewed it as another paid day off for his staff with no related production to compensate. And a friend who was racing off to Indiana for the weekend was racing off to… well, of course, the Indy 500.
But those who know their history, who understand the sacrifices made by millions of American soldiers and their families, rightfully see the day for its original intent… to honor the hundreds of thousands of American War Dead.
Yes, those who have fallen.
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Memorial Day, first known as Decoration Day, dates back to the end of the Civil War when citizens gathered in Charleston, South Carolina to honor soldiers and decorate the graves of those who had been killed there.
The word spread.
Within a short time, such remembrances and celebrations would be held nationwide… culminating in official designations. On this Memorial Day 2010, we want to extend our appreciation to all who have served our great country, and express our condolences to those who have lost loved ones in recent conflicts and wars.
Thank you.
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It is interesting to note that one other set of traditions has sprung up around this weekend, and no… I don’t mean the fact that it’s time to plant the garden!
I’m referring, of course, to the remembrance that many Americans carry out by attending cemeteries and placing flowers at the grave-sites of beloved family members. They spend time to remember how things were… the good times they shared… and they wish they could have the relationships back again.
And that is why this day, like so many other holidays, is so painful for those who are suffering through the disease of addiction with a friend, family member or loved one. Addiction is an excruciating, painful and slow process of death with saps the life from every holiday.
Now, please hear me. If this is your situation, you cannot miss this.
You want to help your loved one. You need to help your loved one. You must help them or you may surely be decorating THEIR headstone at this time next year.
There is help available. There is a plan that works, and I will share it with you. Pick up the phone and call me at (561) 495-3913 or on my cell at (920) 544-1400.
Yes, please make the call… even on a holiday weekend. I look forward to hearing from you.
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