I am very grateful and thankful for the freedom you veterans and active duty service members provide me and my family. I wish more were appreciative of the service you provide. I’m very disappointed at the same people so willing to send you in harm’s way and then not help you in your time of need. Days like today remind me to share, donate, support and respect this day and all veterans throughout the year.
Photo by Mike Hartley
I spent a lot of time at Bethesda Naval Hospital when I was young. It was the last station for my father when he was active duty I believe. Also as a dependent it was our medical facility. I remember vividly the years as a young boy and teenager going there and seeing war injuries of kids from Vietnam. Mainly loss of limbs and other disfiguring injuries. I remember trying to make eye contact and giving a smile to them as we would pass. I didn’t want them to feel different.
I remember my mother saying to me as we saw these men rehabilitating or waiting or recovering from multiple surgeries. She would say to me to never forget, that there is someone always far worse off than you. Be thankful of your health. Be thankful for your father and those who fight for us.
Moms are Moms for a reason. They know whats right.
So my salute and respects on this Veterans Day.
Random Thoughts of the Day
It’s not that I didn’t have any random thoughts yesterday, I just thought I’d have time for a second post and thought wrong.
I got a great idea for Xmas, wonder if I can pull it off.
Feels good to be alive this fine Sunday morning. Of course that could be the meds talking.
Either this is going to be a day of rest or a day of chores. And the battle begins.
