In Honor of Veteran's Day 2010

[Dianne Gilbert]

How do you thank someone who made sure that you were able to get up every morning and enjoy your day - go to the work of your choice, date/marry the person you choose, attend school, live where you want, socialize with the people around you openly, worship how you like? How do you say THANK YOU to those many people who secure the daily liberties that we all take for granted? I am humbled to stand here and openly proclaim that millions of Americans that do not know me have given so much for me to secure my freedom in this country we call home. If you or one of your loved ones ever served, THANK YOU! It's a heratfelt and true thank you for those who gave unfailingly to all of us without knowing the majority of the people they are fighting for, to those who gave their lives, be for several years or eternity, without seeing the lives that they have and continue to touch. Again, THANK YOU to those brave military Veteran's across the generations who were instrumental in make my life what it is today!
Go out to celebrate and honor this great group of people - THE AMERICAN VETERANS! May they continue to care for, love and protect this great land we call home.
THANK YOU and BLESS YOU and YOURS!