I grew up in a different world than most of my peers. You see, on any given day in my house, you would find my siblings and I playing make believe of some of the greatest heroes of American history. My parents taught us history from the time we were young children. We took it … Continue reading An Appeal To Teach History Again
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Happy Release Day, Seize the Fight!
I can't believe it's finally here! Seize the Fight releases to the world today. Isn't that insane? It seems like it was ages ago that I sat down to begin writing my short story for it. (There is a crazy story behind that, and I'll likely be sharing it with you in the future.) But … Continue reading Happy Release Day, Seize the Fight!
D-Day: What Would You Do?
Seventeen years old. You're some 5,000 miles from home. The listing deck of the ship you're aboard is tilting from side to side with the swells of the waves, causing your seasickness to be a thousand times worse. A strangled scream catches your attention. Over the side of the boat, where the rope ladder swings, … Continue reading D-Day: What Would You Do?
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
The Last Call//Forever We’ll Remember
"The Last Call", more commonly recognized by the name "Taps", is perhaps the most heartbreaking piece of music ever composed. It is comprised of only twenty-four notes, yet it stirs deep within us every ember of patriotism, grief, and humility that can be found. Those of you who have been to an American military funeral, … Continue reading The Last Call//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
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
Peace Officer Memorial Day
I couldn't let Peace Officers Memorial Day pass without commemorating it. Recently, the death of an officer touched my world. I knew so much more that I had to commemorate this day on my blog. Every day our Police officers put their lives on the line, never knowing if they will ever make it home … Continue reading Peace Officer Memorial Day
Seeking The Timeless Anchor 