We remember

Today reminds me. When the work day turns into evening, I am safe. If I have to wait for the bus for twenty minutes, I will sleep in my own bed. If I miss my siblings, I will see them for Christmas and hear their voices when I call them to say so. If I get stuck in the rain and my shoes get ruined, they can be replaced. When I walk home at night, to hear the peacefulness in the hum of the traffic. Today reminds me. For all of the freedoms I take for granted, there are men and women who sacrifice their lives to protect me. Their families courageously wait for their safe return. Today let us remember to continue to honor them every day. For those who are here and for those who have passed, may you and your families feel our strength near or far. You are heroes now and you are heroes always. We remember.