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: /p> p>What a lovely tribute, Mr. Macomber. I never knew the Arlington Ladies existed before this article, but I am so glad to know they do. It's comforting to know that they pay tribute to those who have given so much for this wonderful country of ours. It's also comforting to know that some traditions still exist in this crazy culture. Thank you, Mr. Macomber, and a humble thank you to the quiet dignity of the Arlington Ladies. br> -- Deborah Durkee br> Tampa, Florida /p>

Here in San Diego, we have the "Dignity Memorial" services every month. Destitute Vets are given a full Military Funeral Service -â€" Chaplain, Rifle Salute, Taps, and a Flag Draped coffin. I became aware of this program through a fellow Rotary member who is in charge of the local Vietnam Veterans Services. "Sometimes," he said, "there are no family members to accept the flag. Would you be willing to stand in as family some time?"

It was one of the most moving things I have ever done. The flag that covered this vet's coffin is cased and displayed by my desk. A small plague tells all that we know about him. He was born in Kentucky, served in the Army from 1-67 to 4-70 and died alone in San Diego 2-05. He is not forgotten.

p>Thank you for the wonderful article about the Arlington Ladies. God Bless them every one. br> -- Steve Hubbard br> San Diego, California /p> p> What a touching piece. Every once in a very long while I read something like this, and I find myself hovering somewhere between admiration and shame, in that I do not know if I have ever done something so simple, and yet so caring, in my life.

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