Jim and I attended the 23rd annual memorial service to honor the 241 Marines, Sailors and Soldiers killed in Beirut on October 23, 1983. They were there on a peace keeping mission and were killed by a terrorist attack. The memorial that was constructed is very moving. I forgot my camera but will post some pictures soon. The majority of those killed were stationed here at Camp Lejeune so it had a devastating impact on the city of Jacksonville. This was not my first time attending this ceremony but it still saddened and moved me. I know that it is only by the grace of God that I have my husband. I also know that if he were to give his life in service to this nation I would want him to be remembered. Our military and their families sacrifice daily to serve our country and deserve our nations gratitude and rememberance. So please take a moment to remember all that have given the ultimate sacrifice in service to their nation.

GOD BLESS and SEMPER FIDELIS!!

(always faithful)