Want to know the right thing to say this Memorial Day? Check out these 14 Memorial Day blessings and electronic greeting cards — perfect for downloading or sharing with friends and family.
A hero
“A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.” – Christopher Reeve
I have a dream
“I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed; we hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.
What you can do
“My fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” – John F. Kennedy
Home of the free because of the brave.
Sacrifice is the pinnacle of patriotism.
Patton quote
“It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather, we should thank God that such men lived.” – George S. Patton
Fallen but not forgotten.
Out debt to heroes
“Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices.” – Harry S. Truman
George Washington quote
“Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism.” – George Washington
Nathan Hale quote
“I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.” – Nathan Hale
All gave some. Some gave all.
Proud Americans
“I’m proud to be an American, where at least I know I’m free. And I won’t forget the men who died, and gave that right to me.” – Lee Greenwood
Something bigger
“A hero is someone who has given his or her life for something bigger than oneself.” – Joseph Campbell
“Who sows virtue reaps honor.” – Leonardo da Vinci
