Memorial Day is a time for relaxation and remembering those who’ve sacrificed everything to protect our country and our way of life.  For most Americans this holiday is designed so we take time out of our busy lives to remember.  For me, Memorial Day isn’t all that necessary since April 1st, 2006.  That was the day I lost my good friend Tim in Iraq.  From that day on, Memorial Day hasn’t been all that necessary since nearly every day is Memorial Day, a chance to remember Tim.

I hope Ryan finds a friend as good as Tim.  I’ll know he’s found him when I hear, for the first time, “What do you want to do today?” and Ryan will respond, “I don’t know, what do you want to do today.”  If that conversation lasts at least an hour and yet they’re both content just to be together, I’ll know he’s found his Tim. That’ll be a good day.