Memorial Day

I haven’t much time to write about the events of this year’s Memorial Day, although it was by far the most eventful Memorial Day I have ever enjoyed. From God-glorifying speeches by veterans, to rides in World War II vehicles, to the landing of a Vietnam-ear helicopter, to the beauty and hospitality of the Brown’s farm, Memorial Day 2005 is unmatched in the annals of my Memorial Day experiences. Add the fact that I was reunited with my fellow 2003 Vision Forum interns, and no man could ask for more (well, at least not much more!).

To comment at all about the Memorial Day picnic and not to communicate my tremendous gratitude to the Brown family for their incomprehensible hospitality would be to hold myself up as an unforgivable, self-absorbed, incorrigible wretch. In order to avert such a disastrous happening, I want to loudly declare that the Brown’s love for God’s people through service and hospitality is to be commended and followed by Christians everywhere. The Browns repeatedly gave of their time and resources to bless their local community, hosting literally hundreds (perhaps more than one thousand) of guests at the picnic. Working tirelessly with members from their local church to make everything “perfect,” the Browns succeeded valiantly in their quest to honor the Lord and bless their friends and family. Their Christian testimony was a witness to all who attended, both saved and unsaved. May God prosper Scott, Debra, Kelly, Blair, David, and Claudia Brown mightily for their faithful service in His kingdom.

Pictures will have to suffice as explanation of the day’s activities. Enjoy!