 As we celebrate Veterans Day here at PC-TVS, we honor and show gratitude to all of the veterans who have fought for and are still fighting for our country. There is no way to truly thank veterans for all they do and have done for our country and our families. They risked their lives to keep us protected, happy, and thriving as a nation. They signed their lives away, willing to leave their families, friends, loved ones, and way of life to ensure we get to keep ours. The sacrifices veterans made for us do not end on the battlefield or in boot camp. Their sacrifices are forever. We can never truly comprehend the effort and sacrifice our veterans have made in order to protect us Americans. In order to return the sacrifices our soldiers made for us and to express our gratitude for their service, it is crucial that we keep honoring their service through whatever means necessary. It's impossible to fully understand the work and sacrifice that veterans put in to keep Americans safe. We must continue to recognize their service through holidays, service, and stories. It's extremely important that future generations of Americans continue to recognize the importance of their service for the future. Our country takes many opportunities on Veterans Day to pay tribute to our veterans who sacrificed their lives for our country. Some examples of this are the many discounts they receive on items such as shopping, cars, and food. In addition to the free medical care and support from the Veterans Administration and countless ceremonies hosted throughout the year. Although as a country we have many opportunities and tools to help veterans, as a community we can always contribute more. Veterans come from all walks of life, but are brought together to defend the United States, its people, and the values we all cherish. Despite other risks, Americans still continue to notice in the military. For them, the protection of America always comes first. They will do anything to protect our country and its citizens. They use immense courage and bravery to overcome the risks ensuring our country is in good hands. The sacrifices our veterans have made are great and heroic. Not everyone is willing to put their life on the line for others. This sacrifice deserves honor, and we as U.S. citizens must reflect on whether we have honored our veterans in a way that is meaningful. They gave much more to us than we could ever give to them. For our veterans, it is a service in spirit that started with the vigor of the revolutionary soldiers fighting for their and every American's right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness that has carried on with every veteran from the Civil War to Afghanistan. It is with humility they sacrificed and continue to sacrifice to give us the rights and privileges we so greatly cherish and should not take for granted. Veterans have sacrificed their lives for our country. Without their sacrifices, we wouldn't be able to enjoy the freedom and safety we do today. I feel many Americans overlook this and don't truly understand how much veterans have done for us and our country. Even after veterans come home, they still face difficulties. One of the major effects of combat is PTSD, or it is known to some, shell shock. PTSD can cause fear and anxiety in veterans and can cause them to relive traumatic events from their time as a soldier. PTSD affects not only a soldier, but their family and friends too. Veterans deserve to be honored every day, even if it is something small like thanking any veteran you see throughout your day. They were brave enough to go into combat so we could continue to live comfortably. We honor and express our gratitude to all veterans who have fought for and are still fighting for our country as we observe Veterans Day. We will never forget the sacrifices they made for us in order to ensure a better future for everyone. Today and every day, we here at PCTBS honor and thank our veterans for their service and sacrifice. They are among America's best. Our nation continues to be the home of the free because of the brave.