REV JOHN: Big & Rich and Memorial Day

I thought I'd introduce everyone to Big & Rich this week. They're the ones who renewed my love of country music, but more importantly, their song "8th of November" is apropos to the holiday.

To our brothers and sisters who have seen combat and who are in combat, and to their family and friends, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your service and sacrifice to our county.



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