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You are here: Home / Kitty Wisdom / Memorial Day Thoughts From a Therapy Cat

Memorial Day Thoughts From a Therapy Cat

May 28, 2018 By: Summer Samba25 Comments

somali cat watching birds from backyard bridge
Memorial Day in the U.S. marks the beginning of summer. Lots of people take the day off and barbecue and have backyard parties.

somali cat thinking about Memorial Day

But Memorial Day is actually rather a somber holiday. We are also honoring those who gave their lives for the lifestyle we currently have.

somali cat watching birds from stucco perch

One of the biggest faults humans have is that they take things for granted. And when you do that, you risk losing the best of what you have — and what those who came before fought to keep.

somali cat looking right into the camera

The truth is all humans need to fight to hold onto what they hold dear. Some made the ultimate sacrifice. But you also need to honor those brave ones by fighting here at home. That does not mean fighting with fists or weapons, though. It means fighting by voting for what you believe is right, and working to make changes locally, if you see things that need to be corrected. That is what humans have to do hold onto their freedoms. They’re not like cats, who are born free. If humans don’t work for their freedoms, they lose them.

Everybody needs a day off now and then, so enjoy the day. But don’t take it for granted either.

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Comments

  1. Meezer's Mews & Terrieristical Woofs says

    June 2, 2018 at 6:26 pm

    You are furry wise indeed, Summer! Many humans need to stop and think hard about those things that you mewed about…

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  2. Kitties Blue says

    May 29, 2018 at 5:45 pm

    Such great advice, Summer. That final photo is one of the best we have ever seen of you, and you have oodles of good ones. You should but that on some of your items for sale. XOCK, angel Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, angel Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth, Calista Jo, Cooper Murphy and Sawyer

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  3. The Swiss Cats says

    May 29, 2018 at 12:39 pm

    Very wise words ! We hope you enjoyed your Memorial Day ! Purrs

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  4. Mickey's Musings says

    May 28, 2018 at 4:07 pm

    Very well said Summer.
    It is important to honour those brave souls and continue to work toward a better world where we can all get along.
    Purrs Georgia,Julie and JJ

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  5. Melissa & Mudpie says

    May 28, 2018 at 3:12 pm

    It’s so important to remember the real reason for this day!

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  6. Raven says

    May 28, 2018 at 2:44 pm

    I don’t think it’s possible to be too serious on Memorial Day. It is a day to remember those who died in service of our country, and remember their sacrifice and the sacrifice of their families. We are enjoying a beautiful day off work, but we’re also remembering why this is a holiday.

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  7. the Dash Kitten Crew says

    May 28, 2018 at 1:53 pm

    * Stands and Cheers * Well Said Summer.

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  8. Cathy Keisha says

    May 28, 2018 at 1:33 pm

    I take a knee to honor those who fought and died for us. That is, if cats CAN take a knee.

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  9. Margie says

    May 28, 2018 at 12:10 pm

    That was such a great post and just so true. Those pictures are just great of you Summer.

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  10. lola the rescued cat says

    May 28, 2018 at 11:19 am

    Very wise words, Summer. We’re watching the History channel with our mom today, and there are shows about Viet Nam on. It was a horrible, horrible war, like all wars. Those brave men fought for our country so people in america could have a good life. Let’s honor them today.

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  11. The Florida Furkids says

    May 28, 2018 at 8:57 am

    Excellent post! We DO take things for granted.

    The Florida Furkids

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  12. EASTSIDE Cats says

    May 28, 2018 at 8:13 am

    Purrfectly written

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  13. Madi and Mom says

    May 28, 2018 at 7:21 am

    Very well said Summer….
    Hugs madi and mom

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  14. Katie Isabella says

    May 28, 2018 at 7:19 am

    Summer, thank you for your post. xx

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  15. Dma says

    May 28, 2018 at 6:54 am

    Great post.

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  16. Ellen Pilch says

    May 28, 2018 at 6:45 am

    Excellent post Summer, you are very wise.

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  17. Laila and Minchie says

    May 28, 2018 at 6:19 am

    Very well said, Summer.

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  18. Brian Frum says

    May 28, 2018 at 5:52 am

    Wonderful post sweet Summer. We remember our heroes each and every day.

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  19. Purrjamm Cats says

    May 28, 2018 at 5:46 am

    Nicely put Summer and very true. It is a day to be thankful and cherish what you have. It’s a special day to memorialize the folks that have put their lives at risk to protect our world and everything living it on it. If you have to work today like our mom, thank you too. Purrs

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  20. The Island Cats says

    May 28, 2018 at 5:27 am

    Very wise words, Summer. Enjoy your Memorial Day.

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  21. Grace says

    May 28, 2018 at 4:55 am

    A superior post in every way – the sentiment as well as the photos (which are superb!)

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  22. The kitties of PURRING pines says

    May 28, 2018 at 4:16 am

    Well said, Summer.

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  23. The Poupounette Gang says

    May 28, 2018 at 3:39 am

    We agree that you will need a great deal of fighting to redress the dire situation in your country, Summer. The rest of us find it tragic and pretty scary.

    By the way, we absolutely the second photo in today’s post. It is one of our very favourites!

    Purrs,
    The Chans

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  24. Toby and Leia says

    May 28, 2018 at 2:38 am

    Those are very important things, Miss S. You’re very right.

    Reply
  25. Emmit and Mimi says

    May 28, 2018 at 1:23 am

    Very well said little lady!
    “At the rising of the sun and its going down, we remember them.”

    Reply

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