I realize it may be a week away, but what are your plans for Memorial Day?

Growing up the in suburbs of Philadelphia, Memorial Day meant several things: school is out, we're going "down the shore" (Ocean City, NJ), the Phillies game would be on, and it was a great day to have barbeques or parties with friends. 

I knew that it was an American holiday to remember and respect the lives that were sacrificed for my freedom, but I didn't neccessarily know why. 

That (lack of knowledge) has changed. 

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Remember that a man’s name is to him the sweetest and most important sound in the English language. – Dale Carnegie

I also wanted to use the title: You Aren't Important but I think the current title says it all. Please continue...

May I make a suggestion? NEVER use the phrase: “I probably won’t remember your name” when you meet someone. If you insist on saying that let me give you a few other phrases you can add to your verbal arsenal of love. 

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Last week, I had the rare pleasure of a visit from my dear friend, Scott Childs.  He is a graphic designer a la Clemson who moved to Texas some 3 years ago.

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