SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — We’re still a couple of weeks from Memorial Day, but it’s never too early to honor the men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Carry The Load is a National relay rooted in bringing the true meaning of Memorial Day to light.

The San Diego stretch of the national relay that will end in Texas begins Saturday morning in La Jolla

“I’m basically thinking about the comradery of all of us here and not only about all of those who have passed but who are continuing to serve,” said Wayne Wilson.

Wayne Wilson and Robyn Nolin are both veterans.

They are walking today for two people who touched their lives.

Marine Corps veteran Sergeant Jeremy Sears and Navy veteran Brian Nault.

“I think Sears would want me to have a beer in hand, but I’m staying dry right now. Thanks, Sears.”

“Brian would be like, ‘Rock on! Let’s do this. Keep going. Listen to the music and dance.’”

The Carry The Load Relay started 14 years ago.

Two Navy SEALs walked to honor their fallen brothers and sisters.

Their goal was to shine a light on the true meaning of Memorial Day.

It now spans 48 states and goes 20 20,000 miles. It will wrap up on Memorial Day.

“I was a Marine Corps infantryman. I served for four years and went on five deployments overseas. There’s a lot that goes through my mind, especially during times like this. Memorial Day is definitely huge, especially compared to many of the other dates that are out there,” said

They tell other vets to check into their new unit of comradery when they choose to leave the military.

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