This image of young men landing at Normandy is unforgetable. Knowing some may have sacrificed their life moments later is heartbreaking.
So is it appropriate to wish happiness on this day?
Having wondered about this for years, I went to the veterans organization, Flags of Valor, for an answer. They say this:
“Yes, of course you can…especially if it comes from a place of grateful joy for the life we live today that was provided by the sacrifice of generations before.
On Memorial Day, take time to reflect on the men and women who gave it all for us. Find a way to memorialze this for yourself and your family.”
Happy Memorial Day and may God Bless America!
Márta