Memorial Day isn’t about great sales, sitting by the pool, or a three-day weekend. Today’s the day we remember those in the armed forces who’ve died serving our country.

So before getting too self-absorbed with sales or tossing burgers on the grill, take a minute and offer a small prayer, raise a glass, or simply give thanks to those who made the ultimate sacrifice (so that you can be self-absorbed).  Or you can do what I’m doing: instead of shopping, I’m donating to the Wounded Warrior Project in honor of my dad, a Korean War vet.