While fire trucks, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American flags being waved in the air on a beautiful day in late May seem to represent this federal holiday, Memorial Day truly represents the time when America observes a day and takes the time to remember and celebrate the men and women who have lost their lives while serving our country in the Armed Services. The holiday originated after the Civil War; at that time it was known as Decoration Day. Unlike other holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter, Memorial Day has changed over time, and in the 21st century we observe a far different holiday than what Americans did after the Civil War, or even the World Wars.While many people place flags at cemeteries and visit national memorials in order to honor those that gave the ultimate sacrifice defending our freedom, Memorial Day is also a time for family barbecues, pool parties, trips to the beach, blockbuster movies, long weekend getaways, and fireworks. In America, Memorial Day has also come to represent the unofficial start of the summer - a long, hopefully sunny, warm, weekend devoted to family togetherness, outdoor events, and community.
So whatever you're weekend encompasses, our entire team at Thomas Family Dentistry wish you a happy and safe Memorial Day Holiday!
God Bless,
DRT
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