Inspiration

Gratitude~Veteran’s Day

November 11, 2015 passionistaatlarge

We should never, ever take for granted

the freedoms we have, and the Americans

who have given sacrificially to guard them.

My heartfelt thanks goes to every soldier

who has ever served

and to those who are still serving.

My daddy was in the Korean War,

and my uncle was present in WWII,

on February 23, 1945

when the flag was raised on Iwo Jima.

The account of raising the flag is quite incredible.

My uncle was was one of the fortunate who survived. Pretty amazing.

On this Veteran’s Day, and all through the years,

let’s remember those who are working valiantly

to ensure our freedom remains intact.

And if you can, hug a veteran.

We truly owe them our lives.

Thanks for visiting today.

Big hugs! Passionista Mimi

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