Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday that is observed on the last Monday of May (observed this year on 2007-05-28). It was formerly known as Decoration Day. This holiday commemorates U.S. men and women who have died in military service to their country. It began first to honor Union soldiers who died during the American Civil War. After World War I, it expanded to include those who died in any war or military action. One of the longest standing traditions is the running of the Indianapolis 500, which has been held in conjunction with Memorial Day since 1911.

Our thoughts and prayers are with families that have lost loved ones as well as to those that currently have loved ones serving in our military to protect our freedom and protect/preserve/instill freedom in other countries.  May God be with you and your loved ones, this day, and every day.