The Abita Springs Cafe is honoring fallen soldiers on Memorial Day with a remembrance table.
The table features many things that each have a special meaning.
- The rose stands for the family with faith and love for those who serve. They’re held with the highest respect, for that’s what they deserve.
- A yellow ribbon is for the loyalty waiting for those serving abroad, as we pray that they’re watched over and kept close to God.
- An inverted glass represents that the fallen can no longer toast. They cannot be an honored guest or such a gracious host.
- A lemon wedge represents the bitter loss of the fallen soldier’s life, which causes so much pain like the sharp edge of a knife.
- The salt is put in place for all the loved ones shedding tears, for the soldier is no longer present to help calm our fears.
- The candle stands tall for the blood that the soldier shed. It holds a place of honor and is represented in red.
- The empty chair symbolizes the missing comrade who isn’t here. Now it stands alone for the voice that we can’t hear.
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