This obviously isn't an On Topic post, but Stanford sport are done, so why not...
I have been moved to tears watching the D-Day ceremonies today, for a lot of different reasons. The fact this is the last one the remaining survivors will attend is part of it for sure. Another is my sheer admiration for what those young men and boys resolved to get through even if it cost them life, limb, or both.
What moves me the most is fear these ceremonies and remembrances won't happen or get the attention they deserve once the survivors are gone. Please tell your kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, to never forget what this day means. Never stop honoring the memories of those who - and I'm borrowing a line from a vet I heard today - gave up their today so we could have our tomorrows. Please don't let future generations forget the lesson June 6, 1944 at Normandy, France makes available for all citizens of the world to learn and appreciate.
I have been moved to tears watching the D-Day ceremonies today, for a lot of different reasons. The fact this is the last one the remaining survivors will attend is part of it for sure. Another is my sheer admiration for what those young men and boys resolved to get through even if it cost them life, limb, or both.
What moves me the most is fear these ceremonies and remembrances won't happen or get the attention they deserve once the survivors are gone. Please tell your kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, to never forget what this day means. Never stop honoring the memories of those who - and I'm borrowing a line from a vet I heard today - gave up their today so we could have our tomorrows. Please don't let future generations forget the lesson June 6, 1944 at Normandy, France makes available for all citizens of the world to learn and appreciate.
