Tuesday SOL 5/31/16 - Pausing to Listen & Remember

Yesterday morning (Memorial Day), Hubby and I sat on our front porch sipping our coffee and reflecting on the day.

Usually there is a flurry of activities in the early morning, as cars enter and exit our subdivision.  But this morning, it was quiet - nary a car was seen.

We watched the sun rise over the trees, a few clouds in the sky, no breeze blowing the leaves.  The birds flitted by and landed in the tree.  They sang their songs welcoming the morning's arrival.  In the distance we could hear dogs barking and the cows mooing.  We could hear the faint sound of cars on the main road and then to interrupt our peace, the garbage truck came rushing through.

But this was a day to remember and honor all those who gave their lives so that we can enjoy the peace of each morning.


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  1. elsieMay 31, 2016 at 10:35 AM

    We owe our peaceful existence to so many! Nice reflection on the day.

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  2. AnonymousMay 31, 2016 at 10:36 AM

    We are all thankful to the brave men and women who make our peaceful lived possible. May we never forget.

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  3. Linda BMay 31, 2016 at 12:21 PM

    I love your description, thanksgiving for all who gave us such a peaceful time.

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  4. Dana MurphyMay 31, 2016 at 12:22 PM

    Sounds like such a quiet, beautiful moment.

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  5. LynnMay 31, 2016 at 7:08 PM

    It is wonderful to remember why the day is so important, Judy!

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  6. BarbaraSutMay 31, 2016 at 10:42 PM

    I, too, wrote a SOL about remembering those who made huge sacrifices for the rest of us, including my father and brother, and many close friends. So nice to read that others did take the time to reflect on this as well. Sounds like a lovely, quiet morning...perfect for your shared remembrance.

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