Memorial Day

Just a note to thank everyone who has served in the military. I was raised with patriotism in my life. We were taught in school and at home to honor those who have been in the military and those who have given their lives for each of us so we might have freedom here in our nation.

I remember the fear of communism, I remember the fear of not having our freedom to choose what and how we would live our lives but especially I remember 911. How much I honor those even though they did not fight in a war, they gave their lives. Of course, there where those who were in military that were also lost at the Pentagon.

I worked at HAFB and I remember the thrill of hearing the Star Spangled Banner played each morning and seeing the men and women stand to attention each morning and evening when the flag was raised and lowered. Of pledging allegiance to our flag and country and also hearing prayer said before each and every meeting we attended.

I am proud to be an American and I give thanks each and every day that I was born here in this country and have been taught the value of life and liberty. That I value life, both mine and those around me. That I believe others have the right to think how they like, even if I don't agree.

Thank you for my freedoms!