THE WALL OF FACES

On Memorial Day my family and I will be wearing blue and running remembrance of Paul. This is in participation of the wearbluetoremember.org. We do this to honor his sacrifice to our country. Other than the notes left by others here, we do not know his background or story. Not that it matters. His ultimate sacrifice to his country is all. We will call out his name, and thank him for his sacrifice. May you rest in peace.

You will forever remain in our hearts and prayers

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.

As long as you are remembered you will always be with us....

Private First Class Paul Gilbert Alaniz Jr., Served with Company G, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

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