Memorial Day

I went to Zachary Taylor National Cemetery Monday to visit my Dad's grave, but it was so crowded I turned around and left. They were parking on Brownsboro Road and walking in. My Dad's grave is located in the very back of the Cemetery so I thought I'd just visit the next day. So, I went there today. I took several pictures and took them over to my mother. I thought she'd like to see the flags in place, and I was right. She appreciated the pictures. With all the flags in place at each tombstone it was very nice.

I have done some traveling. Seen a lot of the tourist spots in the United States. I've been to the Grand Canyon, Niagra Falls, Yosemite National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Honolulu, Painted Desert, Mt. Rushmore, and many other places that were neat and nice to see. But of all my travels, the most memorable place I ever visited was the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D. C. . We watched the changing of the guard, and a wreath presentation by Brian's grade school class. To see the reverence and respect given those entombed there is awe inspiring. You can't help but get chills and teary eyed. It's a feeling I'll never forget.

If you get a chance to visit Washington D. C., with all the things to see and do, all the monuments and museums to see, don't omit Arlington. It will be the most memorable place you ever visited.