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Memorial Day has morphed into a great time to spend with family and friends at the lake, beach, or at the cookout. It's the start of the Summer season and many look towards their upcoming vacations. But while we enjoy ourselves, never forget the meaning of this day. Today commemorates and memorializes those that have served and died defending our country both abroad and on our own soil. Never forget and always thank a soldier for his or her sacrifice to our country.