And I'm proud to be an American, where at least I know I'm free. And I wont forget the men who died, who gave that right to me.

Memorial Day commemorates men and women who died while in military service to the United States.  However, when most of us think of this weekend we think about the vacation we're going to take or the family and friends we're going to have over for a bbq.  I am no different, I am in NY with family and friends.

Today's post is not about how to save money or things to do when traveling or living in the Big Apple, but I have lots of tips for a later post.  My message is simple this weekend--enjoy your time off and your family and friends, at home or on vacation, and be thankful for your life as a US citizen.

Our military men and women have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms we experience everyday.  They put their lives at risk everyday to protect our country.  I hope everyone enjoys their weekend and stops to think, "how lucky am I?"