By: Michael F. HarrisMPVA Executive DirectorU.S. Marine Corps, 1975-79
If you are anything like me, you are looking forward to the holiday weekend! The weather is going to be great and we can take a few minutes away from our offices and busy schedules and spend time with our friends and family. More importantly, we will be celebrating Memorial Day.
Nearly 35 years ago, when I was serving in the military, it seemed as though there were many who were somewhat ambivalent towards our nation's service men and women. Today, however, things have dramatically changed. Our nation proudly salutes its heroes who bravely go out to fight for us every day.
Yet, so often, we become caught up in our day-to-day routines and we forget to take time and thank the people that matter. We fall short thanking our friends, our family, and our loved ones for the important roles they play in our lives. Time and again, we end up losing our patience over small imperfections and minor dilemmas. Subsequently, we stop thinking about the fact that there are people who have risked or lost their lives for our country. We fail to remember those who have worked hard to make a difference in our world.
This weekend, let's not forget to truly take time out and honor the people who deserve so much praise! Take some time to thank those Men and Women who have served, and continue to serve, and never forget those who have so bravely lost their lives for our freedom.
"O beautiful for heroes prov'dIn liberating strife,Who more than self their country loved,And mercy more than life."~America the Beautiful
You can support the Michigan Paralyzed Veterans of America (MPVA) this Memorial Weekend by simply purchasing your flowers at Glenda’s Nursery in Novi (May 28-31) and $2.00 of every hanging basket of flowers you purchase will come back to MPVA!
Glenda’s Nursery in Novi is located at 40575 Grand River Avenue, across from MPVA Chapter Headquarters between Haggerty and Meadowbrook Road.
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