I consider it an honor to place American flags on the gravesites of our veterans in our small, local cemetery. As I place them five a day for a week, I pause to watch the red, white, and blue flags wave across the grounds. It’s a special time.

I know very few of the American heroes but I wonder about the old families, many who have long gone to other parts. They are not forgotten as the flags wave.

I consider our country and our present and past heroes as I walk around the cemetery every day. Thank you for giving us hope and freedom.