Thought I'd share this picture today, taken at Arromanches when we were there in June.
I kept thinking "But for their sacrifice, we would not have the freedom to walk on this beach, to make sandcastles with our children, to savour this beautiful, blue sky".
Many of those were Irish, even though our official position was "neutral"; these men had joined the British Army, and helped in the fight for freedom.
I thank them for the ultimate sacrifice- they gave their lives for us.
I kept thinking "But for their sacrifice, we would not have the freedom to walk on this beach, to make sandcastles with our children, to savour this beautiful, blue sky".
Many of those were Irish, even though our official position was "neutral"; these men had joined the British Army, and helped in the fight for freedom.
I thank them for the ultimate sacrifice- they gave their lives for us.
What beautiful pictures. And yay for the Irish! My grandparents were from Ireland. Great post and thank you for sharing! :D
ReplyDeleteI am so grateful for all of our Veterans and all allies. Your beach is lovely. I dream of visiting Ireland. I think I get it from Heathcliff and Cathy in WUthering Heights.
ReplyDeleteMaybe one day.
Beautiful pictures! I second your sentiment.
ReplyDeleteAmen.
ReplyDeleteI love the light in the first photo.
Those are beautiful images and words. Very poignant and touching post...
ReplyDeletexoxo
Lovely images to go with your moving post. We should never forgot the sacrifices made....
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful country you live in.
ReplyDeleteWe were very lucky indeed that we have our freedom to do and say what we like and to live!
Maggie X
Nuts in May
Beautiful pics! :)
ReplyDeleteLovely blog. :)
Thank you for that reminder: Freedom isn't free! The beach is my favorite place and your photos are gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteFreedom--such contradiction in a simple word. Free it isn't.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous photos and beautiful words. Thanks, Mimi!
ReplyDeleteAmy