My family and I commemorated this Memorial Day by honoring the soldiers who had fallen during war. Each year, there is a mass at Saint Joseph's Cemetery in New Jersey that remembers those heroes who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. After the mass, the congregation processed to the graves of soldiers who had served in World War II.
Veterans of World War II came out to honor their comrades and it is quite noticeable that year by year their number grows smaller and smaller. Wreaths were placed on the graves and some veterans said a few words in memory of the service and bravery exhibited by their fellow troops.
It becomes quite depressing especially when men in their eighties become teary eyed in the worn out uniforms they have kept for decades. Witnessing that scene each year reminds me of why we celebrate Memorial Day. Going down the shore or having a barbecue is great fun, but honoring the veterans and those men and women who have died by their side is how we truly display the support and respect they all deserve.
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