I was honored to be asked to participate in the Memorial Day Service on the Courthouse Lawn this morning. Thank you Commander Don Wilson and the local American Legion and Legion Auxiliary for sponsoring a meaningful morning and delicious lunch afterward.The music at today's service was heartfelt and beautiful with Irene Thompson singing the "Star Spangled Banner", Richard Fortunato of the US Border Patrol playing "Amazing Grace" on his bagpipes, and Cook County High School musicians Shelby Arndt and Lars Scannell offering their haunting rendition of "Echo Taps".
Giving most meaning to the day, however, was the presence of the men and women Veterans, their families, and the roll call of the Cook County Veterans that died this past year. Sharing time to honor them was the order of the day.
