died in the name of god and country and just as a gold star spouse and the mom of two gold star kids, i would have to say to whoever is listening, i would encourage you not to say happy memorial day to anybody that's like us. it's kind of like saying, have a great day, when you're on the way to a funeral home. today is a day of remembrance and i'm glad that we're going to be here with all of these people who know the difference between memorial day and veterans day and who love, love, love our service members. >> yeah. so parents, teach your kids why they're off from school today. it's not just about the parades and barbecues. thank you so much. >> thank you. >> 28 minutes after the hour on this monday morning. the indy 500 finishes with an ending fit for hollywood. this morning the winning driver has done his country proud. >> a dream has come true today and i'm a proud american boy, that's for sure. >> ryan hunter ray joins us live