Veterans Day seems to be one holiday that really brings out our grateful, heartfelt thanks.
Maybe because it isn't a three-day weekend? (It's always on November 11th because the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month marked the armistice that ended WWI.)
Maybe because we get to thank all our veterans, both living and deceased, for everything they sacrificed during their service?
Maybe because it has more to do with parades than shopping?
Whatever the reason or reasons, I always feel a great sense of reverence on this day.
To all those sons, fathers, brothers, uncles, cousins, in-laws, and friends who have served or are serving, thank you for our freedom and our liberty. You inspire us by your example and we do not take for granted our right to vote, to freely speak, or to peaceably assemble. You remind us of the power of One to make a difference.
And although we focus on our menfolk, I haven't forgotten that there are many ladies who've also contributed to defending our freedom. We know how much strength we women have and how determined we can be. For all you mothers who are separated from your children while you serve, you deserve a special place in our hearts.
We are (INSPIIRE)d,
Maybe because it isn't a three-day weekend? (It's always on November 11th because the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month marked the armistice that ended WWI.)
Maybe because we get to thank all our veterans, both living and deceased, for everything they sacrificed during their service?
Maybe because it has more to do with parades than shopping?
Whatever the reason or reasons, I always feel a great sense of reverence on this day.
To all those sons, fathers, brothers, uncles, cousins, in-laws, and friends who have served or are serving, thank you for our freedom and our liberty. You inspire us by your example and we do not take for granted our right to vote, to freely speak, or to peaceably assemble. You remind us of the power of One to make a difference.
And although we focus on our menfolk, I haven't forgotten that there are many ladies who've also contributed to defending our freedom. We know how much strength we women have and how determined we can be. For all you mothers who are separated from your children while you serve, you deserve a special place in our hearts.
We are (INSPIIRE)d,
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