Caravan of wreaths leaving Maine for Arlington

washington post/AP ^ | Saturday, December 4, 2010; 12:05 PM | CLARKE CANFIELDT

[maine yankee]

PORTLAND, Maine -- Tens of thousands of wreaths aboard 20 tractor-trailers in Maine are destined for Arlington National Cemetery and other sites.

[maine yankee]

For those not aware of this program;

http://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/

I urge averybody to check the website. See if you can become a part of this in your area.

If nothing else, get out and waive and say 'thank you' to the volunteers as they roll through.

[MinuteGal]

There's a panoramic photograph of the wreath-laden graves that makes the rounds via email at Christmas time.

The scene is breathtaking with the white snow, the red bows and the green wreaths. I hope someone has it and would post it if possible.

The vista depicted has never left my memory.

Leni

[ConorMacNessa]

Lamh Foistenach Abu!

[MinuteGal]

Thank you SO much for finding and posting this memorable photo. Bless you.

On Arlington's fields nestl'd in the snow
Proud wreaths for heroes row on row......

Leni

[albie]

This is my favorite “tradition” and story every year!

[ExTexasRedhead]

Our American heroes walk with God.

[amom]

Salute to our Vets and those who honor them.

bttt

[LibFreeOrDie]

I saw the convoy of trucks heading south on the highway through Nashua, New Hampshire, this morning. Awesome!