When I came out of
Kings supermarket with my week’s worth of groceries, I turned to my
daughter and said Wait a minute-I need to
stop and buy my (Memorial Day) poppy.
And so I did—from the elderly veteran seated at a card
table. I then tied the paper flower to my handbag.
My daughter inquired Why did you put it there—so people see that you bought one?
And I said No—I
wear it there to remind others to buy theirs.
It’s a key distinction.
Because we owe much to those who lost their lives keeping
us safe.
And a handmade red paper poppy is our salute.
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