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So many have given their lives to serve our country and fight for freedom. Millions still serve today.
On this day, may we all remember and give thanks to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and for those who are willing to do the same now.
No one today is forced to put their lives on the line by a tyrannical government, yet millions still do it voluntarily.
For love of our country and the preservation of freedom, American fighting men and women volunteer to serve and protect God's given birthright to every American, regardless of race, color, creed or gender.
God bless all who answer the call and go willingly.

-- Sgt Christopher J Britt,
Arkansas Army National Guard, Phoenix Air National Guard and United States Air Force

Once again, a spectacular USO Canteen thread! And emailathon is off and running well! (Thanks to Doughty One's and YOUR efforts, too!)

Yesterday our company held a Memorial Day "service" - the first one in the seven years I have been there.

Employees who are in the military wore their uniforms for the flag raising ceremony, for which our rowdy group became totally silent. It was quite moving. Tears were shed. Then we said the Pledge of Allegiance and sang the Star Spangled Banner and Taps was played.

Just a small sign that things are NOT as they were. Our country is behind our fighting men and women and we honor all those who have served and who are serving today. We also are very grateful and honor all who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our freedoms in our military.

There are so many ways to serve - and you at the USO Freeper Canteen are showing another way to do just that! Thank you all and have a blessed Memorial Day weekend.