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Christmas at Arlington National Cemetery

Christmas wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery - ©TimeLine Media

It’s Christmas Eve! We will be heading out to spend the day visiting with family, have a nice meal, and exchange presents. We’ll repeat that with the other half of the family the next day. Needless to say, it is a great time of year! I enjoy the time off, and the freedom to make new family photos. So many families make new photos this time of year, and we will do the same. It is such a blessing to have our families close so that we do not have to travel far to see them. We hope that all of you have a safe holiday, and get to relax with some time off too.

Christmas wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery - ©TimeLine Media
Christmas wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery – ©TimeLine Media

There are many major roadways that pass the area of Arlington National Cemetery, just outside Washington, DC. The sprawling burial grounds for service men and women is decorated for the holidays at each marker. Wreaths are laid onto each grave site by donations and with the work of many volunteers.

Christmas wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery - ©TimeLine Media
Christmas wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery – ©TimeLine Media

The wreaths are nice remembrances for all those that have served, and passed. To honor them, I spent a quiet morning walking the grounds, and discreetly taking a few photos. I walked from the Visitors Center all the way to Section 8 which is across the highway from the Pentagon, and near the Air Force Memorial. No section was missing wreaths from the sections bordering the roadway, all the way to the top of the western hill.

Christmas wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery - ©TimeLine Media
Christmas wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery – ©TimeLine Media

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Memorial Day – 2013

©TimeLine Media - Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

This weekend the USA commemorates the women and men who have died serving our country. Being close to Washington, DC, there is a lot of activity around Memorial Day. For example, motorcycles for Rolling Thunder rumbling through the streets. Additionally, military and political leaders are visible at ceremonies. Finally, many families get together for a 3-day weekend. Even if they do not have a military connection, they are enjoying the benefits of their service.

Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Memorial Day ©TimeLine Media
Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Memorial Day ©TimeLine Media

The grounds of Arlington provide an especially beautiful backdrop to remember military service. Moreover, if they are family members, it is a reverent place to visit and honor their sacrifice. For one thing, Arlington is full of soldiers with recognizable names. Comparatively, there are some who are unknown to this day. For this reason, I understand the reverence given to fallen soldiers that were never identified.

Tomb of the Unknown Civil War Soldiers on Memorial Day ©TimeLine Media
Tomb of the Unknown Civil War Soldiers ©TimeLine Media

Although this is a famous burial ground, every part of the country has a similar area. If you get a chance, visit and spend some time reflecting on what they have done. Above all, Thank YOU to all that continue to serve.

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