We had this big discussion tonight as we feasted on bar-b-qued ribs, home made potato salad, water melon, baked beans, corn on the cob and gallons of wine. The discussion was all about why we have these feasts of food on Memorial Day. We were talking about remembering the people who have given so much for our freedom and how it should be a more somber day. We put out our flag, as usual, but it didn't seem like enough. I noticed that throughout our neighborhood everyone seemed to be celebrating with family and friends. We finally decided that it is a way of celebrating the freedoms we do have. A way to appreciate that we are alive and happy and able to share time and fun because of those who gave their lives in service for our country. We celebrated into the wee hours and I was just wondering if any of you have felt the same? I guess we were thinking of the families that have lost a loved one and who will spend this day in mourning. Mixed feelings for me on this topic. (My spelling sucks)