Monday, November 11, 2013

Tribute to our Veterans

On this Veteran's Day, this poem I memorized in grade school comes to mind: 

Our Flag 
You may call it an old piece of bunting; 
You may call it an old tattered rag; 
But thousands have died for its honor 
And shed their best blood for the flag. 
You may call in an old piece of bunting; 
You may call it an old tattered rag; 
But Freedom has made it majestic, 
And Time has ennobled Our Flag. 
– Author Unknown

To all those who have died for its honor, and who have shed their best blood for the flag: thank you. To those who fought and returned home: thank you. I am indebted to you both beyond all measure. 

May I too work to keep this nation free, to honor your selfless sacrifice. 
- ajh