Thank a service member!

NYHCx516x

kuzi16

gmill880

Did this Thursday to a young man just back from Iraq .

drpepperdude

The Sniper

minibeezy

I thank anyone in uniform every chance I get. I heard an idea, and I have yet to be in the situation, but the next time I'm in a restaurant and I see someone in uniform, I'm going to try to track down the waitress and pay their tab (within reason, of course), with the understanding that the waitress is to tell them their bill has been taken care of by a thankful citizen. Not looking for any thanks in return. Just looking to put a smile on a soldier's face and show some appreciation.

YankeeMan

PuroFreak

My neighbor across the street just returned from his fourth deployment. Last weekend I had him over for a beer just to say thank you. Can't express how thankful I am for our military men and women.

The Sniper

Amos Umwhat

I've been with my son when people ask him if he lost his arm in Iraq, he says "No, Afghanistan". I can tell it makes him a little self-conscious, but I can also tell it makes him feel a little better, affirms that he made the right decisions, and that freedom is worth fighting for. I try to pass this on in my own profession as well, when I'm working ER firemen, policemen, sheriff deputies etc., as well as soldiers know that I appreciate their efforts. It's the least we can do.

NYHCx516x

Amos Umwhat:

I've been with my son when people ask him if he lost his arm in Iraq, he says "No, Afghanistan". I can tell it makes him a little self-conscious, but I can also tell it makes him feel a little better, affirms that he made the right decisions, and that freedom is worth fighting for. I try to pass this on in my own profession as well, when I'm working ER firemen, policemen, sheriff deputies etc., as well as soldiers know that I appreciate their efforts. It's the least we can do.

I dont really have any words that can put my thoughts into voice. My hat is off to your son, and we are all in his debt.

PuroFreak

NYHCx516x:

Amos Umwhat:

I've been with my son when people ask him if he lost his arm in Iraq, he says "No, Afghanistan". I can tell it makes him a little self-conscious, but I can also tell it makes him feel a little better, affirms that he made the right decisions, and that freedom is worth fighting for. I try to pass this on in my own profession as well, when I'm working ER firemen, policemen, sheriff deputies etc., as well as soldiers know that I appreciate their efforts. It's the least we can do.

I dont really have any words that can put my thoughts into voice. My hat is off to your son, and we are all in his debt.

+1 to this!

Amos Umwhat

Thanks, guys. Fact is, he's doing great, and I think a lot of his mental/emotional recovery was exactly due to peoples expressions of appreciation, it really means something to the guys. On that note, I also must thank the Fisher House people for taking care of the soldiers families, they were fantastic.

YankeeMan

Please thank your son for me and my family will keep him in our prayers.

DSWarmack

skweekz

DSWarmack

I thought it went a little long but its a tough point to convey to people.

YankeeMan

You said it very well and it's something I will keep in mind when I'm thanking a service member. Thank you for serving.

DSWarmack

I couldnt give it up if I tried... and trust me I have tried. It is where I belong, and I am constantly told that from my parents, wife, kids, friends, everyone. I love what I do! and there aren't many people anymore who can say that. I will get out when the make me or bury me. It is a lifestyle choice, one that I have never regreted. There have been hard times, I've missed more anniversaries and births (and birthdays) of my own children than I've made it to, I've cursed the people in my chain of command more than I've praised them. But you know what? If I trained one soldier so that he can stay alive or keep his buddy alive; if I've gotten one recruit out of a crappy little town that had nowhere for him to end up but prison and gotten them a college education and some life experience; if I've helped to keep this country safe.... It's all been worth it, and trust me gentelmen when I say, 'It's been more than worth it!'

Amos Umwhat

Astounding, isn't it? It's your calling. I know that the time I spent in service myself was so much more than just a "job", it's a way of life. Thank you for answering your call. May God be with you.