Thankful Thursdays: Veterans Day

I find it so easy to be thankful for all veterans but especially the ones in my life.  Without one veteran I wouldn't be here!  I find it amazing that my husbands father and mine both served in Vietnam and came home.  It amazes me that the events of them surviving ultimately are the reason why we are here and have children.  I am so proud of my father and his service and sacrifice.  There was no heroes welcome for him in 1970's San Francisco. 

My husband Dale also served in the Armed Forces and National Guard.  He was in Operation Restore and Uphold Democracy in Haiti.  While I never felt the pain of having him gone (he served before we met) I know that many of my friends go through this on a daily basis.  I may have four kids but I can't imagine having even just one and my husband serving.  Those women are heroes!!! 

I know that with four kids the possibility of one or more of my children serving is a huge possibility.  I hope I have the strength to be strong and support them.  Especially if we are in a time of war.  Support your local Blue Star Mothers, it is really easy!  Do you still have Halloween candy?  Would you like to get rid of it and bring a smile to a soldier?  Call your local Blue Star Mothers and see if they would accept it to put in care packages and see what else they need.

So today say thank you to those who have served and those whose loved ones have served.  Whether you support a war or not, supporting veterans, active duty and their families is something we can ALL agree on and do!