Top Ten Things Not to Do on Memorial Day

May 25, 2026 · by John W. Howell · in Ten Things Not to Do · 36 Comments

As in years past, I firmly believe that we should not forget the sacrifices of those who have died in service to this country. All ten points are the same.

Do not forget those who gave their lives so you may live in freedom.

Our flag honors those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

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Sorryless · May 25, 2026 - 4:48 am · Reply→

Well said Boss

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2026 - 6:59 am · Reply→
  
  Thank you, Pilgrim.
  
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Dan Antion · May 25, 2026 - 5:18 am · Reply→

Perfect list, John.

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2026 - 7:00 am · Reply→
  
  Thank you, Dan. 😊
  
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equipsblog · May 25, 2026 - 6:17 am · Reply→

It looks like you hit the top two.😍

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2026 - 7:01 am · Reply→
  
  😊
  
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Maggie · May 25, 2026 - 7:51 am · Reply→

I agree.

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Dale · May 25, 2026 - 8:33 am · Reply→

No more needs to be added.

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Liz Gauffreau · May 25, 2026 - 8:35 am · Reply→

Thank you for this post, John. I agree with you wholeheartedly.

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Ol' Big Jim · May 25, 2026 - 8:43 am · Reply→

Well done, John! Every day is Memorial Day for me. I wear a bracelet engraved with the name of a shipmate who died in Beirut back in 1983. Every day I’m reminded how many of our shipmates gave everything for us.

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srbottch · May 25, 2026 - 9:20 am · Reply→

Great rules for today and everyday, John. Very nice follow/up comments, as well. Have a very peaceful day.

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2026 - 1:54 pm · Reply→
  
  Thank you, Steve. You as well.
  
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noelleg44 · May 25, 2026 - 9:52 am · Reply→

AMEN!

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2026 - 1:54 pm · Reply→
  
  Thank you, Noelle.
  
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Cindy Georgakas · May 25, 2026 - 10:56 am · Reply→

Much Agreed ❣️

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2026 - 1:57 pm · Reply→
  
  😊
  
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Lauren Scott, Author · May 25, 2026 - 11:06 am · Reply→

Agreed, John!

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2026 - 1:58 pm · Reply→
  
  Thanks Lauren
  
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T. W. Dittmer · May 25, 2026 - 11:36 am · Reply→

Yes, John, let’s not forget them. Have a good day.

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2026 - 1:58 pm · Reply→
  
  Thank you, Tim. You as well. 😊
  
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  1. T. W. Dittmer · May 25, 2026 - 2:16 pm · Reply→
    
    😊
    
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    1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2026 - 4:28 pm ·
      
      😊
      
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thomasstigwikman · May 25, 2026 - 12:24 pm · Reply→

That is a very beautiful tribute. To that I add: “thank you for your service and sacrifice on memorial day and every day”

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2026 - 1:59 pm · Reply→
  
  Good add, Thomas. 😀
  
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Tails Around the Ranch · May 25, 2026 - 2:34 pm · Reply→

We couldn’t agree more with your sentiment, John. May you experience a safe Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2026 - 4:28 pm · Reply→
  
  Thank you, Monika. Nothing dangerous today. I hope yours is safe as well.
  
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Jacqui Murray · May 25, 2026 - 2:48 pm · Reply→

Flag’s proudly flying.

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2026 - 4:27 pm · Reply→
  
  Proudly
  
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petespringer · May 25, 2026 - 6:41 pm · Reply→

Thank you for your post, John. One rule covers everything on Memorial Day.

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2026 - 7:47 pm · Reply→
  
  I hope so. Thanks, Pete.
  
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Book Club Mom · May 26, 2026 - 9:37 am · Reply→

I totally agree. I cringe when someone says Happy Memorial Day and asks about barbecues and going to the shore, without even a mention of the real meaning of the day.

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1. John W. Howell · May 26, 2026 - 10:33 am · Reply→
  
  I cringe as well. Thanks, Barbara. 😀
  
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Jennie · May 27, 2026 - 7:17 am · Reply→

Amen! 🇺🇸

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1. John W. Howell · May 27, 2026 - 4:29 pm · Reply→
  
  😊
  
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kethuprofumo · June 6, 2026 - 3:37 pm · Reply→

Happy Memorial Day, dear John! Memory is the clue of human dignity.🍤🍤🍤🍻🌞

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1. John W. Howell · June 6, 2026 - 4:22 pm · Reply→
  
  Yes, I agree on memory. and dignity. Thank you, Maria. 🥂 🍰
  
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