I usually forget when Veterans Day is on its way, but there is definitely a feel I get on that day. It is a day when I remember so many friends with whom I had the opportunity to serve. It is really cool to hear “Thank you for serving” and I’m glad I did:
I would do it again.
There is a lot going on overseas right now. Don’t forget our troops still need our support, even if the politics of the situation aren’t ideal. Every American soldier deserves to again enjoy the opportunites
that we partake in every day.
Amid the hurt and pain, good things are happening. Whether directly or indirectly, people are doing good. Remember a veteran, remember your veteran, remember your country’s sacrifices every Veterans Day. There are some veterans you will never get the chance to thank again!
This article appears in Nov 12-19, 2009.