98-14 Memorial Day column  Mark DePue, the oral historian of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, has written a news release in observance of the upcoming Memorial Day.  The release tells the childhood story of Maija’s first interaction with American soldiers during the Korean War.  It’s a story of essential human connections and of S. Koreans’ gratitude toward U.N. and American soldiers.  Americans can use some appreciation from abroad!  I hope the story will warm the hearts of thousands to whom Memorial Day brings extra special meaning, soul searching, and rejuvenation.  I wish all of you a wonderful Memorial Day!