Memorial Day 2007 ... Remember that freedom isn't free ....

Happy Memorial day! Please remember those that fight now, and those fallen in the past. This nation wasn't won and secured through spineless intervention. This natioon was founded on the blood of patriots. Please, stop by Cox And Forkum to see their tribute to this day. Also, don't forget the the guys at BlackFive, Mr. and/or Mrs. Greyhawk at Mudville Gazette, and Colonel Austin Bay for their tributes to this day.

And Bryan over at Hot Air takes notice of a number of tributes across the 'sphere. Captain Ed has a few things to say today, too. K-Lo at the Corner has THE photo of the day, and a moving story behind that photo. Finally, there is this from Peter Collier over at Opinion Journal</li>. In this piece, he recounts a few of the biographies of Medal of Honor recipients; biographies to the book he helped write -- "Medal of Honor: Portraits of Valor Beyond the Call of Duty" -- that sits on my bookshelf in the den. Great book.

We're basically taking the day off. We're both still sick, and hopefully we can catch up on some needed rest. Remember to pay your respect at 3 pm today for the moment of remembrance. Yes, this day should be filled with friends and family enjoying each other's company. But had it not been for the bravery and sacrifice of others in the past, and now in the present, there would be no freedom to speak of and enjoy.

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