Where I live, summer starts this month, on June 20. For some of you, it’s feeling like winter instead. Our schools are on break, families are traveling, and outdoor events crowd the calendar.
But the month is not all fun.
Remembering the End of War, D-Day
June 6, 1944, referred to as D-Day did not officially end World War II. But on that day, thousands of Allied troops invaded France at beaches in Normandy after several years of war with the Axis nations.
So D-Day is remembered as the day so many lives were lost to eventually save so many. These troops went on to liberate France and eventually the concentration camps throughout Europe.
We hope the lessons learned through that long, bitter conflict is not lost on today’s world leaders and we who elect and support them.
Allied Forces. Army Group, 1. E. S. & United States Army. Army Group, 1. H. (1944) June 6, HQ Twelfth Army Group situation map
. [England?: Twelfth Army Group] [Map] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2004629028/.
National D-Day Memorial
“In retirement, D-Day veteran Bob Slaughter, of Roanoke, Virginia, started attending reunions with fellow veterans and speaking to community groups about the war. There was little public awareness of what took place on June 6, 1944.
Worried that his brothers-in-arms who gave their lives that day would be forgotten, Slaughter and some like-minded veterans and supporters formed a committee in 1989 that would later become the National D-Day Memorial Foundation, creating a lasting monument to D-Day in the United States.
Since its dedication, the Memorial has welcomed tens of thousands of visitors each year. On June 6, 2019, the Memorial observed the 75th anniversary of D-Day with over 10,000 attendees, including 100 World War II veterans.
The program included a stunning aerial tribute and speech by Vice President Mike Pence. The Memorial commemorated its 20th anniversary in 2021, with a renewed resolve to teach the lessons and legacy of D-Day for generations to come.”
A Son Reflects on his Father’s Life after D-Day, June 6, 1944
On June 6, 1944, D-Day marked the Allied invasion of Normandy, leading to the liberation of France and the end of World War II. Bill Hart, a WWII veteran, captured his traumatic experiences through art and memoirs, highlighting his struggles with PTSD and the significant impact of his memories on his life and family.
Renew with Recreation
Here are links to past posts with information and inspiration about having fun and staying healthy during summer activities. These work in the winter too.
Don’t Drink the Water- How to Avoid Water-related Illness
In this post learn how Water can pose health risks beyond drinking, including illnesses from contact during swimming or recreational activities. Drowning is a significant risk, especially for children. Common waterborne illnesses include gastrointestinal and respiratory conditions. Prevention strategies, such as swimming safety skills and avoiding contaminated water, can prevent these dangers.
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Safe and Healthy Cruising-Keys to an Enjoyable Vacation on a Ship
In this post I share experiences from visiting the Titanic museum and a subsequent cruise, emphasizing enhanced safety measures unlike those on the Titanic. Observations include thorough safety drills, food allergy considerations, hygiene protocols, and various activities available. While the cruise was enjoyable, potential health risks exist, including sun exposure and noise levels.
Keep reading
How to stay safe and well this summer
This post provides resources for staying safe and healthy during summer travels, particularly for international trips. Key advice includes careful food choices, safe drinking practices, sunscreen use, hydration tips, and quitting tobacco. All this helps ensure a healthy vacation experience while traveling.
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DWELL this summer
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How neat there is a D-Day memorial. I fear we don’t learn as much from history as we should. Thanks for sharing this with us at the Will Blog for Comments #64 linkup. Hope to see you next time, too. Have a great week!
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I was happy to have read your post today. It is so important for today’s generation to fully understand what took place so history doesn’t repeat itself and to know why and be thankful we’re free.
Thank you so much for sharing with Sweet Tea & Friends this month dear friend.
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I was so happy to read this post! We are so buried under the deluge of triviality that we need help to remember the BIG moments of history that have shown us what valor looks like!
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I didn’t know there was a D-Day Memorial. I think these are so important so we remember the past. I am still torn about the removal of Civil War monuments. I can see both sides of the argument. We need to know about the past to learn from it. Thank you for sharing this, Dr. Aletha!
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Marsha, I didn’t know about the memorial either. I researched D-Day for this post and found it. I love it when my readers and I learn something together. I definitely believe in learning from the past, both the good and the bad, and especially how the bad was corrected.
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