Monday, May 31, 2010

Memorial Day 2010 -- "Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. " - John 15:13

I've expounded my personal sentiments on Memorial Day in past year blogs. I'll be brief this year. My message is dedicated to all servicemen and women who have given their life for their country. We value their sacrifice while we grieve for the loss their lives mean to others.

The poignant photo above is of a grieving fiance at the gravesite of James Regan, who lost his life in Iraq in 2007. He was 26 years old, a recent graduate of Duke University, a top athlete and had been admitted to law school. Yet he decided instead to enlist in the Army Rangers.

So this post is also for James, his family and beloved friends, and all those who suffer loss this Memorial Day.