Heroes

My dad served in the Marine Corps for two tours of duty in WWII and during the Korean War. He married my mother after he got out from his first tour and had just started his family when he was called back in the second time. If you asked him, he would say it was no big deal. He was just doing what he had to do. But it was a big deal. It is a story that has played out in the lives of countless families, countless numbers of times. Men and women, putting everything else aside to answer the call of their country. I know it is something my dad was very proud of. He was my hero growing up...and he still is.



My son Dan is currently serving in the US Army. He served for over ten years then mustered out and joined the reserves. He started a career and was well on his way to becoming a journeyman lineman when he was called back in last year. If you asked him, he would say it was no big deal. He was just doing what he had to do. He too, is my hero...and always will be.

Any man or woman who has put on their country's uniform, and in so doing has pledged to give their "last full measure of devotion" in service of that country, is a hero. Today we honor them. God Bless and Keep all the brave men and women who have served our country in the past. And God Bless and Keep those who are serving their country today. God Bless America.