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Thank A Soldier This Weekend: Blogs on Patch

Several Patch bloggers shared their thoughts on Memorial Day with us this week. Some shared events in your town as well. Check it out and be safe.

Happy Memorial Day! 

We hope you have a safe weekend full of delicious cookouts and quality family time. But don't forget to thank those who helped protect this country: Our soldiers.

Here's what some of our bloggers have to say about Memorial Day and what it means to them.

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1. Rep. Marlene Anielski writes that Memorial Day reminds us of true American heroes. She says, "Taking time to remember the men and women who have died while fighting for our country helps us to gain perspective about the things in life that are really important." Read more here.

2. Air Force mom Jennette Cox writes about lacking patriotism in our country and how we should go back to remembering what it means to take your hat off during the "Star Spangled Banner." She shares ways you can be a part of Memorial Day here.

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3. A Two Hearts Inspirations blogger shares how her view of Memorial Day changed as she got to know more active duty soldiers. She encourages everyone to thank a soldier today. More here.

4. Looking for Memorial Day activities this weekend? Check out these two posts: One from Moving Ahead's Jeffrey Collins and the other from real estate agent Wendy Kunash. 


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