Happy Memorial Day, a tribute to real-life heroes

Today, we honor the fallen.

I hope you all have a wonderful Memorial Day! There's outdoor barbequing, family gatherings, talking, joking, and remembrance of fallen friends. This could easily be a bitter-sweet day, but for the most part we celebrate people who we knew and loved. I believe there's few things which draw us together more than bragging about heroes in our families and telling their stories. We desperately need heroes in our lives, even if they're no longer with us.

Nations should pause and remember those who made it great by paying the ultimate cost. We need a sense of perspective, see the value of sacrifice, and watch how greatly we honor those who willingly march into the jaws of death. Courage is what we remember most, but there's so much more to every story. Heroes aren't perfect, but they are still heroes. That's why we need holidays like Memorial Day. We're told who these people were, what they did, how they died, and the legacies left behind. It's not only military we honor, but firefighters and police officers and rescue teams and so many others.

Hopefully while we eat and enjoy the great outdoors, we take time today to learn about the heroes all around us. They deserve the honor and recognition we offer, they've earned it. I salute you all, and am grateful for the sacrifices you've given. May your family's grief be outshone by the thanks of your country mates, and the prayers of us all.

Happy Memorial Day!

- M