Remembrance

On Thursday we traveled to Liscomb and Marshalltown to place flowers on the graves of our parents, grandparents, and my brother. It is always a sad day, yet we know that they are in a better place and all of their suffering is gone. Life changed for us after each death, never to be the same again.

Today, I also think of all the military servicepersons who have committed their lives to protecting and defending our country and its freedoms. So many men and women have given their lives in battle or in training. For them I give thanks and remember. I'm thankful for all who are serving now also and ask God to protect them and keep them safe.

As the flag flies all over the country today on this Memorial Day, let us remember.

"For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; he will lead them to springs of living water. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes," (Revelation 7:17 NIV).