A woman in Georgia emailed me last week. Her father—Vietnam vet, cancer survivor, and local volunteer—passed away this summer. To honor him, the family placed a small memorial plaque on their front lawn. It didn’t flash, didn’t spin, didn’t even rise above the mailbox. Just a quiet tribute. Three days later, the HOA sent a notice: “Unauthorized yard signage. Please remove immediately to avoid fines.” No compassion. No conversation. Just enforcement. She asked: “Is it really too much to remember a man who gave his life to this country?” It’s moments like these that make you wonder—who exactly are these rules protecting? #House #HOA