Happy Veterans Day

valentines day isnt until february of next year

Yes Tony, Freedom is not free.

Thanks, Andy! I'm glad that veterans are recognized around the world for their service and sacrifice. Armistice Day started like the Remembrance Day - not a national holiday; just a time set side to remember those who served. :-)

LOL! Thanks, Lauren! :-)

Thanks Dianne! What sets you apart from so many people today is the fact that you're mindful of how good we have it here in America; something that so many people take for granted. We are extremely lucky, and I wish more people would understand that.

P.S. I loved that you used the European spelling of "honouring". :-)

Thanks, Troy! As cliche as it sounds, my sentiments came from the heart, and that helps. :-)

Thank you! :-)

Thanks, Jason! :-)

Thank you for your comment. And thank your father for his service.

It always saddens me as well when people criticize the troops simply because of what people perceive them to be. Like I mentioned, people equate them with war... when the reality is, they are merely "tools". The blame goes higher... much higher.

It also angers me when people take their freedom for granted, and become spoiled brats. People are quick to judge, forget who to thank... a failure of our modern society.

First of all, Happy Veterans Day to you! :-)

I think most would agree that ideally the military should be used only for defense; much like martial arts. The more prepared you are to fight, the less chances you'll have to. I think things have to be judged on a case-by-case basis, and sometimes a good defense is a good offense. But it must be done with cause..

The unfortunate truth, like I mentioned, is that the military is used as a pawn... and often for the wrong reasons.