A small boy on a scooter rides through a Naval Sea Cadet color guard standing at attention before Memorial Day ceremonies began at Oakhill Park in Danville, Calif., Monday, May 28, 2001. The annual event, hosted by the Viet Nam Veterans of Diablo Valley drew hundreds of participants who listened to patriotic music, heard speeches and tributes to those who died in U.S. wars. (CONTRA COSTA TIMES/JIM KETSDEVER) MVETS