To The Men and Women of The Armed Forces

Thank you. For the sacrifices that most people, in this day and age that have begun to spit upon. I know this is late, but I didn't have anything in mind for the longest time. Both of my grandparents served in Vietnam, one a Green Beret, the other man served in the Navy, my two youngest brothers are in the ROTC program and want to serve after graduating high school. I have, for the longest time, always admired the brave men and women who were willing to put their lives on the line for not only their county, but their family, their friends, those who are unable or willing to fight for the very freedoms that is slowly being stripped away in this day and age.

Again, thank you. I can think of no other way then to say those words, thank you. For everything. I know most might not read this, as this blogger is usually silly or pissed about something, trying to find his place in the world. And right now, I don't care, because I respect those who have served in their respected roles, for those that have fallen, and for those that have come home. In my few brief years on Earth I have met, and befriended veterans that have scars. Stories from when they served, and you can see the pain in their eyes when they tell you what they have seen. I can't even begin to fathom the PTSD that plague those that are willing to serve, and it hurts that you can't seem to do anything about it. But all I can say, is thank you, thank you for serving, thank you for willing to put your lives on the line, and thank you, for those who have already gave their lives. You will never be forgotten, you will always be missed, and I know that you will always be appreciated. Thank you.

-Stray.