War took a man from every generation of my family in this century. My father's uncle was killed in WWI. My mother's brother was killed in WWII. My brother went underground during Viet Nam. This Memorial Day I gave thanks that my son, having served four years as an infantryman in the US Marine Corps, is alive and has decided not to re-enlist. With deepest gratitude for my freedom, I hold in the light all who served, sacrificed and sorrow. I also hold my three grandsons to my heart and fervently pray for peace.