This year May 28th is a special day for me and my family. Not only is it Memorial Day but this year it happens to fall on my eldest son's 6th birthday. I'm so grateful for the past six years and the blessings our family have been given. I find myself fortunate to be able to raise a family in the best country on earth. I firmly believe God had a hand in the creation of this great nation just as he did in bringing Westley into our family. The creation and maintenance of the United States however did not, and does not come, without a heavy price. It is our military and their families, through their sacrifice, through their toil and blood that we get to call ourselves: "The land of the free and home of the brave!" God had a hand in the promise of America, but for those who know God as I do, much of his work is done through his creation....US. We all must sacrifice if America is to remain a bastion of hope in the world. We all must instill the principles of honor and respect to our younger generations. I explained to my son the importance of May 28th this year. It is his birthday. A time to be happy and celebrate. It is also Memorial Day a chance to give thanks and reflect. At six years old he may get caught up in the whirlwind of festivities but he will continue to grow, knowing the true cost of balloons, cake and presents. He will be proud to be an American.
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