This year has been the hardest year of my life in many ways. So many wrong paths and broken roads. Through it all my dear husband has been there for me. I am not an easy person to be there for. He is a hero.
On this Veteran's Day take a look at your world and be thankful for the freedoms you enjoy and take for granted. In this country we travel freely, we burn our flag, and we speak poorly of our President. We do these things because there are brave men and women willing to pay the price for us to do so.
My Brother-in-Law returned from his tour in Iraq a few weeks ago. His son is currently serving in the Air Force. My Father-in-Law served 20 years in the Air Force including a tour in Vietman. My Husband, the dear man who tolerates me, served 20 years in the Air Force. These are brave men. These are my heroes. They get up, they go to work, and if necessary they go to war. They have spent their lives defending something important. They are the backbone and the foundation on which this country was built. Because they do this, we can sit in our homes and watch TV and not exercise our right to vote.
It is so easy to sit back and question the choices being made by the leaders of our country. It is easy to disagree. When we are safe in our homes with our families it is easy to question the judgement of those in charge. It is our right. But we should never, ever forget the soldier who is protecting our right to make those judgements.
If you are reading this, thank a soldier. Hug a Veteran. Hang your flag in pride. You are free.
