Freedom

"There is no greater love than this, to lay down one's life for one's friends."  John 15: 13

Today we are remembering the lives that have been sacrificed in the defense of freedom to speak, practice our faith, experience justice, education, and opportunity.  We must remember what we are fighting for and make sure that these freedoms are cherished and protected. The strongest nations are the ones who make it possible for most of its citizens to be able to have a home, job, safety, education, and healthcare.  The most successful nations take the responsibility to provide for elderly, ill, disabled and homeless by sharing resources and encouraging all to better themselves.

"It shall be as it was in the past...Not with dreams, but with strength and courage shall a nation be molded to last."  Bill Hickock

There are many different kinds of strengths; physical, mental, moral, spiritual and the power of conviction. We can make a difference one day at a time and for one person at a time.  We must learn to compromise with each other and other countries with the goal of making the world a better place. Instead of destruction let us consider construction with conservation of the environment as a high priority.  What good is the accumulation of wealth if we can't take it with us?  What good is money if our world is so polluted we can't survive physically?  The question remains, what can we do with our resources to leave behind as our legacy to the world?

Our veterans have given us a chance to use our freedom wisely and with compassion. Thank you for the sacrifices of our wonderful veterans to maintain and protect our freedom!