Fort Sumter - We took the harbor ferry out to the island for the tour. Well done by our National Park Service. They gave us the history, what built to that day that "started" the Civil War. Shots fired on this Union fort and control by the Confederacy of Charleston Harbor beginning April 14, 1861
We were the first tour of the day and participated in the flag raising. The Park Service emphasized the meaning of the flag - it flies over the United States of America and represents SO much
Ray hanging out with a cannon. Sad to think that Americans shot at Americans from 1861 to 1865. Our official Civil War.
Part of the reason we were in Charleston area was the birth of my grand nephew, Myles. He's my brother's first grandchild. One can only reflect on Myles' First Memorial Day, remember those lost in so many battles for so many reasons, and hope that there's peace for his lifetime. So far - he's been being a baby for a month - up to nine pounds.
And then there's the other side of Memorial Day - the opening of summer pools, beer cans, and the sizzle of burgers on a grill. Here's an oldie flamingo picture. We actually now have an Eagle floatie.
Have a safe and memorable Memorial Day. Pause and reflect on the meaning, salute the fallen.
