Please Honor Memorial Day

Never forget. Always honor.

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I hope all of you have a wonderful weekend, but I also hope you remember why this holiday exists.  The word “holiday” comes from “holy day,” and the remembrance of this day and its purpose should be sacred. It was originally known as Decoration Day after the end of the Civil War, and it was designated Memorial Day in the 20th Century.

This day is intended to honor, give thanks, and remember those who have sacrificed their lives for The United States of America.  Please honor the fallen and the wounded on this day.  I realize the day was meant originally for the dead, but I extend my wishes and  thanks to the wounded also. Regardless of political beliefs or stands on a war, these are the men and women who fought to keep us safe, and they deserve our remembrance.

They deserve our thanks and our…

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About Jennie

I have been teaching preschool for over thirty-five years. This is my passion. I believe that children have a voice, and that is the catalyst to enhance or even change the learning experience. Emergent curriculum opens young minds. It's the little things that happen in the classroom that are most important and exciting. That's what I write about. I was a live guest on the Kelly Clarkson Show. I am highlighted in the seventh edition of Jim Trelease's million-copy bestselling book, "The Read-Aloud Handbook" because of my reading to children. My class has designed quilts that hang as permanent displays at the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the Fisher House at the Boston VA Hospital, and the Massachusetts State House in Boston.
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18 Responses to Please Honor Memorial Day

  1. Opher says:

    Such a terrible thing – war. There has to be a better way.

  2. frenchc1955 says:

    Jennie, thank you so much.

  3. Happy memorial day. We must honor all. We in the dont have a memorial day, but we do honor all those who lost their lives in the war for our freedom today

  4. L. Marie says:

    My dad and uncles served in the military. So grateful for their service.

  5. beetleypete says:

    We don’t have that day here, Jennie, but I respect how important it is to you all in America.
    Best wishes, Pete.

  6. I agree Jennie, Honour and Respect ALL Life and Nature..
    Sending love and Blessings your way… ❤

  7. That image says so much. Thanks for sharing, Jennie. ❤

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