I'm a proud mom. Proud daughter. Proud sister. Aunt. Friend. And I'm an incredibly proud wife. I'm so proud of Sam. I probably don't tell him that as often as I should. This weekend is a huge weekend for us. Sam will be sharing part of his story with some folks at the Rotary dinner in O'Fallon. Due to the generosity of these amazing folks, … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2018
War and Loss
I know, that's not an appealing title for a post. I have had a few days to really let this one marinate, to brainstorm, to come up with a way to say what I want to say. I also think I know how my students feel when I ask them to write something from the heart, to really think on and reflect on what they want to say. I read an article by one … [Read more...]
Remembering the Fallen–Memorial Day
Memorial Day. A federal holiday in the United States for remembering the people who have died while serving in the country's armed forces. For some, a somber time. For some, a party. A cookout with family and friends. The unofficial start of summer, a reminder of brothers and sisters lost in battle. Some people visit cemeteries and … [Read more...]