Two of my children (my 12 & 9 year olds) will mark the day lining the streets as the funeral procession of a 21 year old local soldier, killed in action while serving our country in Afghanistan, passes in route to Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.
This now deceased soldier, who died far too young, will be in good company. My grandfather ("Poppops" to us) is also buried there.
I just wanted to take a moment to thank all the men & women (past, present, future) who serve our country.
*I should note the photo credit belongs to my cousin.