Year 4 Day 6 “Living the Dream”. Monday, 5/06/2024. Clifty Hill 2 – First thing this morning I pulled some stuff together to make a Kentucky Derby hat. The Newcomers club had their monthly lunch today and we celebrated the Kentucky Derby. I won a gift for having the most unique hat. We played Kentucky Derby Bingo also.
In front of the room at the restaurant in honor of Memorial Day there was a missing man table, or it is sometimes called the fallen comrade table. I have never seen this table set up before or heard the meaning of it. A retired military person in the group read this story. Each item on the Missing Man Table represents the emotions and feelings reserved for those who did not come home. The ceremony symbolizes that they are with us, here in spirit. All Americans should never forget the brave men and women who answered our nation’s call to serve and fought for our freedom with honor. The symbolism of the Missing Man Table is:
The table is round, to show our everlasting concern for our missing men.
The cloth is white, symbolizing the purity of their motives when answering the call to serve.
The single red rose; displayed in a vase, reminds us of the lives of these Americans and their loved ones and friends who keep the faith while seeking answers.
The red ribbon symbolizes our continued determination to account for our missing.
A slice of lemon reminds us of their bitter fate; captured and missing in a foreign land.
A pinch of salt symbolizes the tears of our missing and their families who long for answers after decades of uncertainty.
The lighted candle reflects our hope for their return, alive or dead.
The Bible represents the strength gained through faith to sustain us and those lost from our country, founded as one nation under God.
The glass is inverted, symbolizing their inability to share a toast.
The chair is empty, the seat that remains unclaimed at the table.
I don’t think there was a dry eye in the room when she was done. As you go out and about this month you will see this table set up at many businesses. Please take time to reflect on the meaning of this table and thank current, past, and families of our military for their service.
I think it is spring flush out the hydrant’s day in Somerset, KY.
More copper water line work.
The batteries and inverter are set up this evening and we are testing how long they will run some lights, and a small refrigerator. Steve is like a little kid with a new toy.
Anyone for Wedge Salad tonight? Steve’s favorite. This recipe looks great.
This event looks fun!
Things to ponder today! Have to leave you thinking.
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