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Veteran's Day is Monday

10 years ago

Remember, all federal offices, schools and banks will be closed this coming Monday (Nov. 11) in observance of Veteran's Day. Thank you to all those who have served or are now in the service - we APPRECIATE YOU!

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oldfixer
10 years ago
And thanks to all the establishments that provide a free meal to military personal on this day.
glenda_al
10 years ago
A time to remember!
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Jim, like you I also remember this day being called Armistice Day. Wonder why the name was changed. The veterans of the Vietnam Era were treated horribly when they returned. And you are right, a free donut and cup of coffee, or a free meal can't correct that. Robin, you are very correct about the families of military personnel also being deserving of our thanks. While they might not be in danger of IEDs or other physical aspects of war, they still pay a very high price for their loved one being away. Today was Daddy's birthday - November 11, 1894. He served in WWI. Our oldest served 24 years in the Army and the youngest was in the Marines for 4. We do have a Veteran's Day Parade here, but I have noticed that the turn out is getting fewer and fewer each year. That's sad. To those who have any military connection, be it a service member or family of one, whether now or in the past - Thank You.
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Orchidllauraga
10 years ago
And thank you for all the stores offering discounts to veterans & active duty personnel.
minnie_tx
10 years ago
Thanks Kay and Thanksgiving is at the end of the month also.
User
10 years ago
My husband remains proud of his WW2 service. He was a radioman in the Field Artillery. Slept on the ground much of the time. Carried a 60-lb radio on his back from the toe of Italy to Cassino. No wonder he now has back problems.

Some of his narrow escapes send chills down my back even now.

I fear there aren't many alive today who can truly understand the patriotism of that period.
Sally Brownlee
10 years ago
seniorgal, thank your husband for me.
I live with a Marine that did, saw, and lives with some horrible things from Vietnam.
I know a little of what you mean about chills. Fortunately for us we will never fully understand what they went through.

My shoulders still get cried on 40 years later...
dees_1
10 years ago
Not all schools are closed Monday.....some are open.

There are veterans who served during war time and there are veterans who served during peace time. There are veterans who have been through both. A lot of our veterans don't look like they were in the service; in fact, many of us veteran women are overlooked. The point I'm trying to make is it's not always obvious that someone is a veteran. Don't wait until Veterans Day to thank them. Thank them daily.
Sally Brownlee
10 years ago
dees, you are absolutely right....all service women and men play an important role in serving our country, no matter where they are stationed or their duty.

THANK YOU for your service!

I try to thank as many and as often as I can. For those that dont think about it, a special holiday is a great way to remind them.
Orchidllauraga
10 years ago
Well Tony served in the Navy for 20 years. He didn't see much action since he was on a submarine, but towards the end he did...nothing major like combat, but the fingers were on the launch buttons...
nod702
10 years ago
I had two tours in Vietnam and it's something you will never forget. After all these years i still wake up in cold sweats at times.

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