Giving Thanks...

Photo taken at Quantico National Cemetery

What a beautiful weekend! I have taken time this weekend to give thanks to those who have sacrificed themselves for the sake of all Americans. I'm thankful to all those who have died fighting for the freedom we share and seek for our future. I am posting this card, with a little note attached to all those who unselfishly gave their lives. For that, I will forever be grateful.

Sorry, there were too many copics to keep track of (over thirty) in this card. The Tilda that was used was Tilda with Bee. I just used a new Studio G Mother's day ribbon set.

I selected the background image because it reminded me of the rolling hills I saw at Arlington Cemetery and at Quantico National Cemetery. I spent some time at Quantico this weekend taking pictures, listening to the flags flap in the breeze, listening to the birds singing and listening to the silence...yes, it does have an amazing sound. It was a place to reflect on my freedoms and all those who gave it to me.

The Ultimate Sacrifice, Quantico National Cemetery May, 2010

I was quite disappointed that only a few graves had a US flag posted. My personal challenge (and possibly for my school/students) for Memorial Day 2011 is to get a flag for EVERY tombstone and place it there by Memorial Day, 2011. If you would like to contribute, please inquire.