Tag Archives: Memorial Day

The Slippery Slope of Passivity and Prejudice

Posted on May 29, 2017 by Jan Morrill

Memorial Day. A day we honor our fallen soldiers for their bravery and sacrifice. I tend to be a relatively passive person. I could attribute this to a philosophy of “Live and let live,” or “To each his own,” a belief that … Continue reading →

Posted in hate, prejudice, racism | Tagged fallen heroes, Indy 500, Memorial Day, Micah David-Cole Fletcher, Ricky John Best, Takuma Sato, Taliesin Myrddin Namkai-Meche, Terry Frei | 2 Comments

A Way to Honor

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Jan Morrill

Yesterday, I had the honor of interviewing the husband of my friend, Pamela Foster. Jack Jones is a former Marine who fought in Vietnam–a wounded warrior. And Pamela is his wounded warrior wife. I’m working on an essay based on … Continue reading →

Posted in History | Tagged Memorial Day, Pamela Foster, United States Marines, Vietnam, Vietnam War, Warrior Arts Alliance, Wounded Warrior Wife | 10 Comments

Monday Morning Mashup: May 28, 2012

Posted on May 28, 2012 by Jan Morrill

MASH-UP A creative combination or mixing of content from different sources. I hope you’re enjoying this Memorial Day holiday as much I as am. Many times, I’ve thought about those who gave their lives for this country and those loved ones who have been left behind. This … Continue reading →