HONORING OUR VETERANS & THEIR FAMILIES All of us today have our
own idea of what Veteran’s Day is. We know, for example, that it
is a day to honor those who have served in any of the military
services, fighting for the freedom of our country and our
allies. We will all mark its passing by watching the laying of
the wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on the news. We
will take notice of the flags decorating our cemeteries and may
actually pause to give silent thanks or to visit a veteran’s
grave. Many of us will proudly display the flag of the United
States of America on this day. It is also true that many of us
look forward to Veteran’s Day, not as a day to reflect upon our
proud soldiers, those who have passed and those who are still
with us, but as a day off. It is a National Holiday, so the
banks are closed and the mail won’t be delivered. Every major
retailer will have a Veteran’s Day Sale, so it’s a good time to
start your Christmas shopping, right? The kids may be home from
school, so maybe it’s a