I went to the Memorial Day Service at the City of Lubbock Cemetery http://www.kcbd.com/story/25611710/memorial-day-service-to-be-held-at-city-of-lubbock-cemetery. There were 3 ceremonies at 10 AM today, and a Catholic Mass at 11 AM. It is unfortunate they plan the ceremonies to conflict with each other, but it is good that there are plenty of options for people to attend.
The crowd was small today. That may be a function of the other available options. I think it may also have been a function of the overnight rain, and the continued rain clouds in the sky. People in West Texas do not do rain well.
The ceremony was brief. A prayer, the posting of the colors, "The Star Spangled Banner", the Pledge of Allegiance, the featured speaker, who was on an Honor Flight, closing remarks, including recognitions, and the singing of "God Bless America." The group was invited to join in, and we did.
The rains was noted as a blessing. Veterans and their families were recognized.
I am watching the Red Sox vs. Braves on TV. At 3 PM, Eastern Time, the game was halted for a moment of silence, and a commemorative video, per order of President Obama. I thought it was a nice touch.
I will watch the Yankee vs. Cardinals game next.
It is pretty out: grey, cool, but nice.
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