“Not to us, O Lord, not to us, but to your name give glory,
for the sake of your steadfast love and your faithfulness!”
Psalms 115:1
“My country ’tis of thee, sweet land of liberty, of thee I sing: Land where my fathers died, land of the pilgrims’ pride, from every mountain side let freedom ring!”
Samuel Frances Smith
“Righteousness exalts a nation,
but sin is a reproach to any people.”
Proverbs 14:34
” No man is entitled to the blessings of freedom unless he be vigilant in its preservation.”
General Douglas MacArthur
” Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.” Unknown
“Share in suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus.”
2 Timothy 2:3
” And I’m proud to be an American, where at least I know I’m free. And I won’t forget the men who died, that gave that right to me.”
Lee Greenwood
“The patriot’s blood is the seed of Freedom’s tree.”
Thomas Campbell
“My fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you, ask what can you do for your country.”
John F. Kennedy
“Your silent tents of green we deck with fragrant flowers, Yours has the suffering been, The memory shall be ours.”
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
John 14:27
“Those who have long enjoyed such privileges as we enjoy forget in time that men have died to win them.”
Franklin D. Roosevelt
“O beautiful for heroes proved in liberating strife, Who more than self their country loved, And mercy more than life! America ! America! May God thy gold refine, Till all success be nobleness, And every gain divine!”
Katherine Lee Bates
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Very moving, Pam. A huge thank you to all who served/serve, and their families who also served here at home, sacrificing, while keeping the family unit together as best they could/can!
Thank you Rita. Have a wonderful Memorial Day!
A beautiful tribute to all the brave men and women who gave their lives for our country. We are so blessed to live in this great nation.
Blessings to you Roxanne!
How soon we forget that our sons and daughters suffered and died for the many privileges we have today. May God in His mercy forgive us and bring about a revival starting today in our country.
Amen and Amen! Blessings~
What a special collection of quotes Pam! Every time I hear that Lee Greenwood song I get goosebumps…God Bless the USA and those that have served! Happy Memorial Day Butch & Pam ??
Jenna
Thanks so much Jenna! Stay safe and dry!
You too!
Beautiful post, Pam. A lovely collection of wonderful quotes. You know how I love wonderful words. Happy Memorial Day to you and your precious family !
Happy Memorial Day sweet friend! ❤️?????
BEAUTIFUL POST !! I SALUTE YOU !!!!!!
Happy Memorial Day, Cindy!
Oh, what beautiful photos! And, I love the quotes you included. Such a wonderful tribute to our dear veterans and our Lord Who is in control, no matter how out of control this world seems. Thank you for this gentle reminder. Have a blessed day!
Thank you Cheryl!
You capture such beautiful photos Pam.
Enjoyed your post, these sayings are so profound and touching for this great holiday.
Hope it’s a good one for all of us.
Blessings,
Elizabeth 🙂
Elizabeth, thank you and Blessings!
Blue, red, white … today they show the colors of the country’s flag, a symbol of unity and freedom. What beautiful quotes today in your publication!
I congratulate you for such a great day.
A hug
Dolores
Dolores, gracias mi querido amigo! ¡Espero que todo esté bien con usted! ¿Ha llegado el verano? Abrazos y bendiciones, Pam
Pam, so beautiful and thought filled.
Happy Memorial Day, dear Betty and Phil!
We must never forget….and I won’t forget Pam. Our family is mostly Navy…but my Dad was Army. Thank you to all our Military and God Bless America!
Amen, God Bless America!
Beautiful tribute.Have a blessed day,dear friends!Hugs.
Thank you sweet friend!
What a sobering post!
Happy Memorial Day, Lea!
What a beautiful Memorial tribute. Lovely.
Thank you dear Jeanie!
You have a wonderful way of resenting your material. Like Greenwood’s lyrics, I am proud to be an American. Even with all its warts, our country stands tall.
Thank you Linda! We are contemplating a trip to Maine in July! Also, I want to get your opinion on the Scenic river cruise when time permits!
What an amazing tribute to the men and women who gave their lives for our country and your words from our Lord who loves and sustains us all. Your pictorial tribute is simply amazing..so very beautifully done. God’s richest blessings to you my friend and all your readers. God Bless America!
Amen and thank you Dianne! ❤️?????❤️
What a moving patriotic post in pictures. How God has blessed our nation over and over. I am grateful and humbled by those that gave their lives for our freedom. How good to remember them on this special day.
Great post.
Thank you Bonnie, it looks like our entire week will be rain!
America!!! What beautiful photos and such inspiring words. Thanks for the inspiration!
Thank you Leslie Anne!