05/24/2026
They gave up the comfort of their homes so we could enjoy ours.
They gave up the ability to drop their children off at school so that we could.
They gave up hugging their mama a few more times.
They gave up dinner with their families so that we could sit down with ours.
They gave up sporting events, concerts, and peaceful walks in the park.
They gave up long talks with their old man so that we could have them with ours.
They gave up rounds of golf and days at the spa.
They gave up boats and beaches.
They gave up grilling, swimming, and tanning.
They gave up Memorial Day weekend so that we could celebrate any occasion on any given weekend of the year.
They selflessly gave up the minuscule things that we selfishly complain about in order to live a lifestyle that we can’t even begin to fathom.
They gave up everything.
May we not forget the sacrifice of fallen soldiers. What privilege they have gifted us.
May we not forget that they are the reason we get to enjoy our freedom this weekend and every single day of our lives.