E&P seeks “News Pets” Photos for recognition, free subscription

Editor & Publisher is looking to lighten the mood by featuring photos of newsroom pets in their newly created E&P News Pets Hall of Fame.

“We at E&P know that news publishing is not a game for the weak of heart,” said the magazine in an article outlining the request. “Each day requires a commitment to not only serving our communities, but also fueling those critical ‘top line’ revenues that help us keep our business moving forward. With all the stress we experience each day, we know that some of you have looked to hiring furry (or scaly, reptilian, or otherwise) friends to help create some calm at the workplace.” Those wishing to nominate their “barketing managers” or other newsroom pets may upload a photo at editorandpublisher.com/stories/ nominate-your-news-petand-well-make-em-astar,243514

“News Pets” selected to be featured will receive a complimentary full-year subscription to the print edition of Editor & Publisher magazine.

In the shadows of veteran memorials erected in towns and cities across the United States this weekend, Americans can find veterans gathered to remember and revere their fallen comrades in simple, honest observances. There likely will not be much fanfare for those who gave so much in order that our generation and those beyond experience a life of freedom.

As each living veteran prepares to attend these memorial services, I can only imagine the heaviness of thought and sense of duty they will feel. And as they stand among the many veteran graves in cemeteries scattered across the country, the spirits of the fallen veterans will be almost palpable in the light breeze as they pay tribute.

Despite what those who will celebrate the three-day weekend with barbeques, float trips, picnics and such, Memorial Day isn’t a holiday, it’s a day we honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Of all Americans, our servicemen, women and veterans know better than most that every day is a debt paid by blood, human lives and suffering. Every U.S. citizen should be thankful that somewhere at any given moment our military is protecting our freedom.

Just as each of our living veterans have a life story, so do each of the men listed on the veteran monuments. The lives of those brave people could have all been the subject of a feature film worthy of an actor of such as Tom Cruise or Charlize Theron’s caliber to portray them. But major motion pictures weren’t produced to honor them, nor were books written to tell the world of their courage. It’s up to you and me to make sure that they are not forgotten and that future generations realize their enormous gift to all Americans. And let us not forget the parents, spouses, children, and families who have also paid the dearest price of living the reality of never seeing their