It's Memorial Day 2017 here in the United States and for some people it means a three-day weekend of family barbecues or camping trips, for many of us it means something entirely different. I work with a great deal of people who have served in combat roles in locations all around the globe and for them it's to remember men and women who were lost in the line of duty. That was … [Read more...]
Memorial Day
Memorial Day Reflection on the Influence of Veterans
Though I never served in the military, I’ve benefited from the impact of several significant influences, both in my family and among friends who served. My life is richer for having known them, learned from them, heard their stories, and shared in their perspectives. My family has had more than a few soldiers and sailors, and we’ve been very fortunate seeing our loved ones … [Read more...]