Karen Christianson


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Gratitude for our military

“Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.” – Unknown In the excitement of a 3-day weekend, cookouts, parades, and summer being so near, it’s easy to ignore or forget about the true meaning of Memorial Day: to remember and honor all military personnel who... READ MORE >

Honoring our Veterans

“There is nothing stronger than the heart of a volunteer.” — Gen. James H. Doolittle On Friday, November 11th, we once again take time to honor the men and women of our armed forces. The following few paragraphs explain the history behind Veterans Day. In the early morning hours of November 11, 1918, in Compiegne, France, the Allied powers signed... READ MORE >

The History of Memorial Day and Ways to Honor Fallen Service Members

“The willingness of America’s veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude.” – Jeff Miller, Former US Representative, Florida In the excitement of a 3-day weekend, cookouts, parades and summer being so near, it is easy to ignore or forget about the true meaning of Memorial Day: to remember and honor all military personnel who have... READ MORE >