Remember our veterans
On Wednesday of this week we remember and honor our veterans–those people who willingly placed themselves in harm’s way to secure and protect our freedom. Members of our military make great sacrifices to serve our country.
My father was a veteran. His service in World War II forever changed him. But, his decision to join the army resulting in his participation in the European campaign that freed many countries from the bondage of the Nazi war machine.
This past week, we had the opportunity to vote. That’s a right that our veterans have protected for generations. I hope you honored their service by going to the polls and voting.
We can also honor our veterans by letting them know how much we appreciate their service and their sacrifice. Along with our law enforcement personnel and firefighters, our military put their lives on the line on a daily basis to protect us or persons in other countries that need our help.
Let’s remember and thank those men and women that currently serve or have served in the military. I hope we can also take a moment to thank those in law enforcement and all emergency personnel for their service.
And, this year, we especially need to pray for all members of the medical profession. The past nine months of the Covid-19 pandemic has placed both their physical and mental health in jeopardy.
Thank you for your service!
Please join me in prayer…
Father, we are thankful every day for these courageous men and women who sacrifice so much to protect us. Please surround our veterans, our military personnel, our law enforcement officers, and our health care workers with your protection and shield them from danger as they strive to protect us and others. We pray for our country–that we may come together in peace and love and be guided by you, Father, in all things. In the blessed name of your Son, our Savior. Amen.
Very timely post, Katherine. My husband, sons, father, grandfather and all my uncles served in the military. I am proud to have that legacy. So thankful for what your dad and others did to free Europe.
Goodness, your family has contributed greatly to caring for our country and its people. I’m so thankful for those who serve and the legacy they establish that carries on to future generations. Your family exemplifies that legacy of service and caring. Our continued freedom is the result of their sacrifice. We are blessed.
My dad was a veteran of World War II, in the Navy, serving in the South Pacific. Wonderful tribute. Thankful for them all.
As a lover of history, I’ve always had a personal interest in WWII (not just because of my father). The Pacific Theater of war was a hazardous place to be stationed, but those brave men and women stopped the advance of the Japanese Empire. I’m thankful for your dad and all who served there.
Thank you for this reminder and for the beautiful prayer. It inspired me to reach out to the veterans I know with a word of thanks.
I’m so glad, Candyce, that you reached out. I know that when I thank veterans, they are so humbled and even, at times, embarrassed by my remembrance of their service. But, I can see in their eyes that they are pleased to be remembered. Thank you for helping them not be forgotten.
Katherine, your post gives “honor to whom honor is due.” Thank you for honoring the many who served or serve us still. My dad was a WWII veteran whose life was forever changed by his service. My grandmother signed her permission for him to enlist as her other two sons had done because my dad was only 17. Her bravery matched that of her sons. All 3 came home safely.
Oh, my, your grandmother was so courageous! I’m so thankful that all three sons came home. So many families were devastated by their losses. Of course, we know that all of our young men and women in combat lost a part of themselves during the turmoil they endured in military service. It makes our recognition and gratitude for their sacrifice even more necessary.
I am grateful for the sacrifices given and thankful for the families of those who served. I didn’t grow up in a military family but married the son of a veteran who opened my eyes to the great service he offered to our country. Proud of my father-in-law and appreciative of our veterans.
I believe we do gain a different perspective when we know someone directly who has served and been in the midst of military conflict. Although many veterans don’t share a lot about their experiences, we can recognize that this life experience changes them, often providing them with wisdom that carries over into every aspect of their life and family. Thank you for sharing your message of gratitude here, Sylvia.
Wonderful thoughts Ms. Katherine. Thank you ma’am; and God’s blessings.
Thank you for your service, my friend. Wishing you a happy Veteran’s Day, good health, and many blessings.