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Friday, November 11, 2011

Today is Veteran’s Day…

A day to remember…A day to pray…A day to celebrate…

My family and I along with many others celebrated Veteran’s Day at the Grady County Courthouse today, November 11, 2011 at 11am…How ironic is that? It was a beautiful day to sit among such amazing people. I’m very thankful that I was able to celebrate this day with my husband, Stacy, & my family! I loved the poem, “Bury Me With Soldiers” read by Jesse Hobby, U.S. Army Retired. And then Retired Lt. Col. Dr. Doc R. Williams shared a great inspirational tribute to all of our Military people. We were well represented as well by the Cairo High School NJ ROTC and CHS Band! They always do an amazing job…But I tell you, when Mrs. Diane, Pastor Johnny Moore and Anna Moore sang, “God Bless the USA”, I shed many tears!!! That song always gets to me…to think about all we take for granted in our busy lives, day in and day out…It really brings you back to the reality of whats important! Family and supporting our Military Persons and their families… Thank you Joey Knight for the resounding trumpet playing of Taps….You did an excellent job!!!

I know I’m rambling some but these were some of the MANY thoughts going through my mind today as I took pictures of everyone there… Most importantly, thank you Stacy Watkins (my husband) for serving in our military and all that you do! I love you…. OH RAH!!! Marines Rock!!!

Please, take a moment and leave me a comment of what Veterans Day means to you…

Thank you to all our Veterans of America! Thank you to all that participated in todays Veteran’s Day Celebration…Especially those behind the scenes that made today’s event successful!

Lynn Watkins and Family