Dad's birthday is in May, we always think of him at this time of year. Memorial Day was a special time to gather his family together for a Lebanese cookout. He's been gone now some 8 years and we miss him each and every day. We grew up looking at his trunk full of WWII memorabilia and fondly recall his colorful stories, about his war experience in Europe. He always tried to find humor and be positive about his time fighting for our freedom. With hindsight we know of course how difficult and horrible it must have been for him to witness what he did and to be so far away from those he loved in Maine. He was part of the "Greatest Generation" and we'll never forget the sacrifices he made for us and for his country. Dad will be on our minds when we vote this year and always.