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Honoring Memorial Day

I'm honoring Memorial Day today by NOT posting a traditional Wisdom and Life Column.

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In honor of The United States observation of Memorial Day, there will NOT be a traditional Blog column today.  Celebrate Memorial Day and remember to thank any military person you see on this day.

I recall last year someone telling me you do NOT say Happy Memorial Day.  So I won’t.  Observe the day the way you see fit.


Be Happy!  Be Well!  Be Positive!

Blessings to you.
–
Chris

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