Memorial Day

I was reminded, by a comment on a news show this morning, that Memorial Day was first called Decoration Day.  I had forgotten about that, but I do remember hearing it referred to as Decoration Day when I was a child, and I remember flags and flowers being put on the graves of veterans.  As usual on Memorial Day, I take a moment to remember those who died in US military service. I also pray a sincere thank you that of all of my family members who have served in the military (ten that I'm aware of) none were ever killed in battle. I am, selfishly, especially thankful that my daughter and son-in-law have made it safely home from their various deployments.