These heroes are dead. They died for liberty - they died for us. They are at rest. They sleep in the land they made free, under the flag they rendered stainless, under the solemn pines, the sad hemlocks, the tearful willows, and the embracing vines. They sleep beneath the shadows of the clouds, careless alike of sunshine or of storm, each in the windowless Place of Rest. Earth may run red with other wars - they are at peace. In the midst of battle, in the roar of conflict, they found the serenity of death. I have one sentiment for soldiers living and dead: cheers for the living; tears for the dead.
~~~~~Robert G. Ingersoll
From our local online news site who have posted a pictorial for some of our local soldiers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our Nation on this Memorial Day-2011. Thank you Cincinnati.com
Several years ago, I was lucky enough to be in Washington, D.C. Without a doubt, a visit to Arlington National Cemetery was top priority. The shot below was taken right before the gates were locked for the night.
On this day, more so than others, it has been declared that we honor and remember our fallen Warriors.
Thank You seems so inadequate.
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