In the 70's the kick off of my summer was the big parades that started on Memorial Day. I marched with a drill team for the VFW. At that time I respected the veterans but did not appreciate them as I now do as an adult. Still not quite understanding foreign wars and sickened by the violence in our own country, I salute all of you that have fought for our country. I send a prayer of peace to families that have lost anyone to war at home or abroad.
