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A Line of Duty Death
Died in the line of duty. This is what we commemorated on Memorial Day. Those who died serving our country. None of them wanted the death that stalked them, overcoming them far too soon, but that was their story. I began the day at the National Fallen Firefighter’s Memorial in Emmitsburg, Maryland. This park with its pavers, statue, and …[ read more ]
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Jesus was Born a Marine
People of faith; that’s what they call us, so faith is important because, you know, it’s right in our name. But, people misunderstand this faith business. Have you noticed? My coworker smiled at me with, you know, the smile you use when you’re tolerating some old person’s story or a friend’s vacation photos. Anyway, she …[ read more ]