Thank You Dad!
Veterans day is so much more than a day off of school or work. It is a day to remember and honor all those that have served in the armed forces.
We remember that the men and women of the United States Military have freely chosen to protect us and give us this gift. It is a gift that can never be reciprocated in full, and only asks for remembrance in return.
We remember the sacrifices made and the cost that has been paid. From the beginning of time Americans have answered their country's call to duty and have done it with the dignity and honor that we celebrate today.
To truly honor our veterans, we need to make the most of the opportunities, that the sacrifices of our fighting men and women have provided for us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. A special thank you to Robert, Mustang, DD2 and all our other readers that have been in the armed forces!
"WHAT IS A VETERAN? A Veteran whether active duty, reserve or retired is someone who, at one time in their lives wrote a blank check made payable to The United States of America for an amount up to and including his/her life."
Steven C. Schreiner-Veteran, S.E. Asia 68-69 and 70-71
"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." ~John Fitzgerald Kennedy
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