A hearty “thank you” to all of America’s veterans – among them my father, who served for 28 years in the US Air Force; and my kid sister, who just wrapped up her fourth deployment to the “sandbox.” She’s done time in Saudi, Kuwait, and now two tours in Iraq – very proud of her (and her now-retired husband, too!).
It’s odd: when I was active-duty, it was somewhat embarrassing and humbling to have complete strangers approach me to say “thank you,” but since I hung up my uniform three years ago, I understand much better why they did (and do) it.
Folks at Malmstrom and up at the MT Air National Guard: THANK YOU.
*HUGS* Thank you for your service, Dave.
I was at Wal-Mart yesterday, and the old fellow who greets people was telling everybody, “Happy Veterans’ Day”. I asked him if he was a veteran, and he replied in the affirmative. I gave him a hearty handshake and said, “Thank you for your service.” I thought he was gonna cry.
It means a lot to people to hear it.
Me? Well, I’m just absolutely fantastic!! Thanks for asking! How the heck are you? You must be awfully busy these days. Haven’t seen you around.