text: is anyone else offended by the way memorial day is used? we are supposed to be reflecting on those who have given the last full measure of devotion for this country.  everywhere i turn there are adds for the "great memorial day sale" without even a mention of what it is beside a great day for great values.  i drive down the street on memorial day (or veteran's day or 4th of july) and i don't see flags out anymore.  i am just curious because none of the days mentioned or the flying of the flag is owned by any political party or anything like that.  so, are you offended by it and do you know why people stopped caring?  (and please, no political rhetoric - niether party is to blame for this). well it's like chirsmas and easter.everyone found a new reason to have holidays. we forgot the value of our holidays. we gave up in beleaveing.