This Memorial Day, I want to express my own gratitude for all who have given their life to protect us. According to Merriam-Webster dictionary, the definition of altruism is the “unselfish regard for or devotion to the welfare of others .” Being in the military is one of the MOST altruistic things one could ever do, and we cannot thank you enough for your protection and for the life-lessons you have passed along to everyone who has had the honor of knowing you.
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w up a Marine Corp brat (Ooh-rah!), watching my parents parade out of the house all glitzed up for the Marine Corps balls. I remember thinking my Daddy was so handsome in his dress blues and believing I was even prettier waltzing around in my mom’s ball dresses. I was so proud of my Daddy in and out of his uniform.
He was PROUD of his country. And at the time, he was my whole world, and I could not have been more proud of him. I want to thank him, and all who have gone before him, for protecting all of us. You are putting your life on the line for our country and leaving your own family for months at a time to serve our country just to protect us. In July, we will celebrate my dad’s 14th Angel Birthday. He died from cancer. He did not win a purple heart for this. His name is not on a hero’s plaque-although, he’s our hero. His military training trained us too. He taught us what integrity meant. He taught us to keep our name clean because it’s easier to keep it clean than to clean it up. He taught me how to polish my shoes with a t-shirt, some water and a can of polish. I can still remember his whistle while rubbing out my shoes scuffs.
Most importantly, he taught us the value of hard work and persistence. You never line up with your platoon to march one
single step. You must be prepared to take many steps together and you must be aware of the people around you. You can never forget you have people on all sides of you- respect them and honor them because these are the same people that will hold you up when you fall. Whether it’s your military platoon or your platoon of family and friends, it’s important to remember you’re never marching alone.
We cannot thank you enough, our military forces, for all you do for us every single day. We are grateful for your service, protection and all of your life lessons. To all who have given their lives for our protection and freedom, we are wishing you the most sincere Happy Angel Birthday. We truly celebrate you today and are so grateful for all you have done for us. Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
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