Happy Memorial Day from Syracuse, N.Y.
My Good Neighbor Tim knows what the special days are all about.
Always, the house next door in our Syracuse city neighborhood of Eastwood has the American Flag flying proudly atop the flagpole to mark a holiday. Tim and his lovely wife Lorraine watched patiently as I snapped away to get the best shot possible.
Happy Memorial Day. Let’s remember and thank the men and women who answered their call to duty for this country so flags can fly over so many neighborhoods. Every branch of service, every century of U.S. history.
Are there specific family members or friends that you’d like to thank for their patriotic service today?
Mark Bialczak 
My grandmother flew the flag on Memorial, 4th of July and Veterans day too.
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Good days all, Kim.
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I really loved the flag and the beautiful blue sky you captured in this photograph! That was nice to give credit to the neighbor who flies his flag proudly. I also think you know that I have only mentioned two people in my family for centuries who served, my twin cousins, Johnny and Ed Tuck. I am sure back in the Civil War or Revolutionary War, my Dad’s Scottish and English ‘people’ who came to America fought. I hope for the ‘right’ side of things… smiles, robin
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Thanks for mentioning Johnny and Ed Tuck. I honor them here, Robin.
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Truly a fitting post to remember those who have so bravely served so the rest of us can live in peace.
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Thank you, Paul.
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I think we should also give thanks to the families of the service personnel. The families make sacrifices as well. Beautiful post! 🙂
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A lovely post, Mark. Some believe this day should only honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our freedoms. But I believe it should be extended to honor all those who have served.
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Me, too, Judy. All who served and serve gave for us.
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Happy Memorial Day bro….
I have the flag on my truck as we speak!
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God man, Trey. Happy Memorial Day on the roads of your life, bro.
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I have been moved to tears many times in US airports when soldiers walk by and get a standing ovation from other passengers. ❤
Diana xo
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Yes, it is quite moving when this country honors those who serve like that. Thanks for sharing that thought, Diana, my Canadian friend.
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Great shot to honor all those who serve and have served!
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Thank you, Dora. I am proud it is flying next door to our home!
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wonderful post mark, on this special day of remembrance. for all of those who have given so much –
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Thank you, Beth. I thought your post today was wonderfully touching.
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Frank Mendez, 82nd airborne ranger. My dad. 🙂 Thanks Mark. Hope you’re doing well.
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I am proud to have Frank Mendez’s name on my tribute post. Thank you so much, Sandra.
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Thank you Mark! I know he would appreciate your tribute. He’s not into technology so it’s more of a secret hi-five/potato french fry. 😉 Very kind of you to post this. Thanks!
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Hi-five/potato french fry! 🙂
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Every single one of them who defended and protected. Many friends, neighbors, and persons I don’t know personally.
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Thank you for remembering them all here, Colleen. I was touched by the BlogHead salute on your post today. So lovely.
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Thank you Mark. I model the little boy after my little grandson. But want to make him “everyone’s”. I was so happy to see the families out in force today for the parade.
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Your grandson makes a great everykid, Colleen. Perfect.
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🙂 Thank you Mark. 🙂
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thanks, Mark, for asking. There is not enough space to honor them all, but I do.
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Thank you, Martha. Of course. We must.
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Just loads of faceless men and women who I could never be as brave as, Mark. Enjoy your day.
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I know that feeling, Audrey. Many of us do. You enjoy your day as well.
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Will do, Mark.
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Beautiful Post Mark…Happy Memorial Day to you too
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Thank you Leyla. I hope you have a wonderful day.
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You too Mark
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