Hello again, everyone! Some of you may have noticed the absence of a post yesterday. I fully intended to post, but some extensive medical circumstances took my time. I'm back today though, and filled with anticipation for tomorrow's commemoration! Freedom never comes without the horrible price of blood. Neither did the greatness of D-Day come … Continue reading Blood Price of D-Day: Allied Soldiers’ Sacrifice
Fallen Heroes
The Cost Of Freedom
Franklin D. Roosevelt once said, "Those who have long enjoyed such privileges as we enjoy forget in time that men have died to win them." America has carried the distinct privilege of being the only nation in the world where freedom has reigned since our inception. For over 200 years, we have enjoyed freedom's sweet … Continue reading The Cost Of Freedom
Memorial Day 2023//Forever We’ll Remember
Here we are at the final day of the countdown. Memorial Day. A day of remembrance. A day of honoring and commemorating heroes who died for freedom. A day of contemplating the lives given for us. This morning I am pinning a poppy over my heart and attending a special Memorial Day ceremony. How will … Continue reading Memorial Day 2023//Forever We’ll Remember
The Battlefield Cross//Forever We’ll Remember
Welcome back to the countdown! How has your week been going? What are some ways that you are getting active this week in commemorating our heroes? Let me know down in the comments. I would love to hear! Have you ever seen a Battlefield Cross? They are one of the most heart-rending sights. Sometimes it … Continue reading The Battlefield Cross//Forever We’ll Remember
For Whom Do They Die?//Forever We’ll Remember
Madi is joining us today in honor of the Countdown to Memorial Day. I am super excited to have her along, and I know you'll enjoy the post. But first, I've got a question for you. I know that I call this a Countdown, and that term is used in a wide variety of ways, … Continue reading For Whom Do They Die?//Forever We’ll Remember
Memorial Day vs Veterans Day//Forever We’ll Remember
Americans. We're infamous for our plethora of patriotic holidays. We love our military with more enthusiasm than most, and support them whenever we can. I've been asked by a lot of people, why Americans love their military so doggone much. What makes us that way? Isn't it sufficient to say thanks every once in a … Continue reading Memorial Day vs Veterans Day//Forever We’ll Remember
The History of Memorial Day// Forever We’ll Remember
Today I am excited to welcome Ryana Peterson to our Countdown! But before we get started, let's chat about Memorial Day, and what it means to you! What are some of your favorite ways to commemorate Memorial Day? Please share it down in the comments. I would love to hear! I've already said that my … Continue reading The History of Memorial Day// Forever We’ll Remember
The Meaning of the Poppy//Forever We’ll Remember
Welcome back to the countdown, everyone! If you missed last year's, let me tell you a little bit about it. Growing up, my parents instilled into my siblings and I a deep passion for our country. Every Memorial Day they made sure to sit down with us and explain to us what Memorial Day is, … Continue reading The Meaning of the Poppy//Forever We’ll Remember
National Moment of Silence
Every Memorial Day our country observes a nation wide moment of silence to remember our fallen heroes. At 3 o'clock local time, Americans are asked to pause and observe a moment of silence, contemplating the cost of the freedom we enjoy and honoring our nation's fallen who paid for it. I am posting this early … Continue reading National Moment of Silence
Heroes Never Die// Forever We’ll Remember: Memorial Day
What do you say for Memorial Day? What words can adequately describe the grief, sorrow, and humble gratitude that swells in our hearts for the price that has been paid for our freedom? What can be said to show that we have not forgotten and will not forget each of the heroes who have died … Continue reading Heroes Never Die// Forever We’ll Remember: Memorial Day
Seeking The Timeless Anchor 