In the US today, it’s Memorial Day — the day we remember those who serve our country and have given their lives for our freedom. A year or two ago, a group of people at work started a new tradition. Employees can buy small flags to honor someone they want to remember. One day before Memorial Day, employees gather during lunch hour and place the flags in rows on a hill outside of our building.
The flags cost $1 each and all the money is given to our local Veteran’s Hospital. They were hoping to raise $2500 this year, but when they presented the check to the hospital, it was for $3500! I think this is such a cool thing to do, and it reminds us, as employees, to pause and reflect on the importance of Memorial Day.
If you’re an American, I hope you’re doing something special to commemorate the day. (I love this link, if you need any suggestions. ;-) )
XOXO,
Anna
That is sooooooooooooooo cool Anna! Happy Memorial Day.
Wow Anna how awesome is that! Thanks for the link.
What a nice tradition!!!
What a lovely idea! It is always good to stop and thank the ones who have blessed us, and your group’s thanks also blessed the hospital. That is just wonderful!
What a truly fantastic and generous gift to the Veteran’s Hospital as well as a respectful tribute to those who’ve fallen in service to our country. Good for you and your fellow employees in doing this; I find it very touching.
That really is a very lovely idea.
What a great way to honor our Veteran’s, thank you.
Wow, somebody had a good idea there. That’s great!! A super visual reminder plus a fundraiser for such a good cause.
I hope you’re relaxing today and recovering from ALL THAT MULCH! WOW!
What an incredibly great idea!
Happy Memorial Day! That is a lovely thing to do! :)
Wow! Brilliant fundraising! Lucy x
What a great idea! I loved seeing all of the flags. I’m sure it was an impressive sight to see. Hope you’re having a very special day today.
P.S. I just noticed your picture header and that is definitely AWESOME!!! Thimbles in cupcakes, soooo COOL!
Wow! All those flags look so great! Hope you have had a reflective day! I was also impressed with the header on your blog!
Rita
Thanks for the beautiful photos, Anna. I think that fundraiser is a great way to show gratitude.
And the new header is fun. :o)
Say, what is it you do, anyway? That’s a lot of flags!
Yeah, cute header! That is an awesome fundraiser amount collected. Wow, that is some dark mulch. Normally I would be spending the day moving mountains too. Happy Memorial Day.
How wonderful, what a terrific tribute!
as the mom of a vet.. thanks!!!!
happy memorial day everyone.
What a nice tradition Anna, and the flags look beautiful. Happy Memorial Day and it’s wonderful your company supports this special tribute to remember those who serve our country. My Dad’s career was in service to this great country.
Oh yes don’t try to spread all that mulch this weekend! How far did you get?
VERY cool Anna! Nice photo as well!
What a wonderful way to honor our vetrans – thanks for sharing that photo. So many people think that Memorial Day is nothing more than a 3-day weekend and the start of beach season. Happy Memorial Day.
This is truly awe inspiring. What a wonderful thing to do. Such a beautiful site! Thanks for sharing.
What a super idea! Sam was born on Memorial Day when we were living in Massachusetts
What a brilliant idea!!! I certainly miss all of the special holidays that are celebrated in the US.
Anna! What a wonderful idea and such a stirring display. Thanks so much for sharing.
What a generous giveaway, thanks so much for sharing. It’s also a great way to see new blogs – this is the first time I”ve seen yours, but will be back often, it’s brill ;)
What a Nice idea! Thanks for sharing. I check your blog often.
This is one of my favorite posts of all time! What a touching initiative and your photos are simply stunning.
What a great way to mark the day. A visual reminder is always so powerful. Thanks, Anna.
How neat! We were at the Rockies game and they stopped play and everything at 3:00 for a Moment of Silence.
Oh, I like your new header, too!
What an awesome pincushion pie–that’s the rosie the riveter logo! Cool. Love to win. Thanks for the generosity–what fun!
Amazing tribute.
wow how cute this is Would love to WIN!
I really enjoyed your post about your office’s Memorial Day tradition. It’s a wonderful reminder of the servicemen and women and generously supports your local veteran’s hospital. I love that idea. Also, you’re offering lovely giveaway loot to boot! Thanks for offering a generous giveaway. Lisa
I love the pincushion :D
The pin cushin is so cute! thanks for hosting!
Happy belated Memorial Day!
I love that pincushion, here’s hoping I win :)
I love your yard. Simply beautiful!
Those are great giveaways you have for us to try and win. Love the Posie Pincushion. Very nice.
What a wonderful idea! The photos are beautiful.