On Memorials Day this year, my brother-in-law walked across the street to share a few laughs with his sister, brothers and his father. A half hour later, he was lying in the street because his heart stopped. September 5th was my birthday.

This year, there was no joy in the day as our loved one was removed from the ventilator sustaining his tenuous grip to this planet. Today, Sept. 11th was his “going home” ceremony.

The question was asked, “What do you do when you don’t know what to do?” It’s totally wrenching to see your family so distraught knowing there’s really nothing you can do to ease their suffering.

One speaker was a childhood friend. I kept wondering how someone keeps a solid friendship going from age eleven until just shy of 54 years old. To me that was inspiring. It speaks about the caliber of a person.

Today has been one of reflection for the entire nation. To all those who lost loved ones previously, may your memories sustain you and bring you some measure of peace. Even though the stories may have faded from the eyes of the press, in your hearts and lives we know they are ever present companions.

Choose today to:

• Make each moment count
• Speak only what you will not later regret
• Ask forgiveness while you still can
• Resolve issues that keep you stuck
• Let others know they matter to you
• Honor someone long overdue
• Smile instead of curse
• Bless instead of belittle
• Support instead of sacrifice
• Hug rather than hurt
• Rebuild rather than replace
• Build up not tear down

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