Letters From Tim

We are looking forward to a special Memorial Day celebration tomorrow. The day will not pass without a great deal of reflection on the past year, and the sacrifices that so many soldiers make to protect our freedom.

For the first time, I thought about the MEDEVAC unit that took over for Tim’s unit last night. While I am relishing in the comfort of my husband being home and contributing significantly to the household, I realized that somewhere in Maine there is another group of wives just beginning their journey.

Tim has been asked to speak at Washington Park East Cemetery (10612 East Washington Street, Indianapolis) tomorrow for their Memorial Day celebration. It is sure to be a moving ceremony beginning at Noon. While he downplays nearly everything…this is quite an honor given the lineup.

The Mayor of Indianapolis will be reciting Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. Followed by an introduction of Guardsmen by the State Command Sergeant Major, Jim Brown and Brigadier General David Harris (Tim used to work with Jim Brown when he was in the Long Range Surveillance Unit).

There will be a flower presentation and candle lighting ceremony as the Veterans in the audience are recognized. Then, the heavenly sounds of the Pipes and Drums of the Murat Highlanders will play. Of course, Taps will conclude the ceremony. After which the Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra will put on a free concert from 1:30-4pm.

We will be there…please join us if you would like.

Happy Memorial Day to all!