Happy Veterans Day!

We tend to overlook this day or comprehend it as just another day off from school or work, but it is a day we must hold in high regard. The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs has the following statement on their website regarding Veterans Day and ceremonial observances:

"The Veterans Day National Ceremony is held each year on November 11th at Arlington National Cemetery . The ceremony commences precisely at 11:00 a.m. with a wreath laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns and continues inside the Memorial Amphitheater with a parade of colors by veterans' organizations and remarks from dignitaries. The ceremony is intended to honor and thank all who served in the United States Armed Forces.The Veterans Day National Committee also selects a number of regional sites for Veterans Day observances throughout the country. From stirring parades and ceremonies to military exhibits and tributes to distinguished veterans, these events serve as models for other communities to follow in planning their own observances."

This day is a celebration and a thank you to all who have served our country past and present. We enjoy freedoms today because of these men and women. Happy Veterans Day and thank you to all who have served and are serving. Blessings!