Gulliver63

Haven't submitted a journal in a while, at least since I've been griping about the winter weather. Well, that's all past us now. After two beautiful perfect spring days last week, Mother Nature shifted into August mode - it was 94 degrees today in Indianapolis. And as you could figure, our air conditioning pooped out. I was going to do a cartoon lampooning the heat, but I had to help Nan put in a window air-conditioner in the studio. Don't get me wrong, it was a fun Memorial Day (for my friends overseas, think Remembrance Day, ANZAC Day), complete with a grill full of burgers, hot dogs and Polska sausage. I did have to work today, but that was cake and I was off at 2 pm. Both Nan and I enjoyed the meal.
     I actually had a co-worker thank me for my service to my country - I assured him that other than getting to play with some interesting toys, I really didn't do that much worth noting, and never left Missouri. But I did thank the person. Both of my parents served in the military - that was where they met and were married. My mother was given a military funeral in 2011, complete with a gun salute from an honor guard. My uncles were the real heroes during the holiday - several served in wars. We must never forget these people; we are able to have the freedoms that we have because of them.
     So another holiday has past. And I have lots of really great leftovers for lunch from the grill.