Memorial Day and 24 notes

[gunny4053]

I wrote this several years ago and I am compelled to post it once again. For those who gave the ultimate sacrifice so we may remain free.

As we remember our Veterans who are no longer with us, at ceremonies across our country and at locations around the world, a mere 24 notes bring us to tears. 24 notes which were once only a "call", not a melody or a tune with catchy words to accompany it, but a call ending the day. Today those 24 notes tell those we lost it is now time to rest, they have done their duty, and we who remain must now carry the torch. So simple is Taps that it only takes 24 notes to impart our honor of those selfless individuals. This weekend if you have the occasion to hear those 24 notes, remember those who gave their full measure so we may live with the freedoms we have.

For those who served and left us far too soon, God bless you all, and thank you for your service.

David W. Hanna, SFC, United States Army, Retired

 

[Rustyt1953]

Taps is one of music's most recognized pieces. Bone chilling and hair raising. The first three notes are truly mournful.

My father requested the pipes.

 

[mckenney99]

TAPS always brings me to tears. I guess I just equate it with tragic loss.
Once again as I have for several years, tomorrow at sunset, I will play a recording of TAPS that I found many years ago on Youtube. ([ame]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xy6qCeE_6rE[/ame])
Eventhough I will be by myself, it is my simple show of respect for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.