Memorial Day is not just another day off work filled with family get-togethers, pool parties with the kids, and backyard barbecues. On May 30, 2022, Americans across the country will reunite to mourn and remember the brave men and women who have sacrificed their lives while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, with many volunteers placing an American flag on graves of military personnel in national cemeteries. It’s such a special occasion for everyone to reflect on their own responsibilities as citizens.
Since Memorial Day is a somber event, wishing someone a “Happy Memorial Day” may not always be the best idea. What should you say instead? These Memorial Day quotes and phrases about freedom honor those who never got back home. There are gratitude messages that you can read together with the parents or loved ones of a serviceperson who suffered such a loss or simply share them with your dear ones to keep the thought alive and celebrate the heroes who did so much for their country.