There is one Veteran that I would like to stand up in his place, and say "Thanks for remembering." He is my brother who was killed in Iraq. Career USAF.

"Thanks also," on behalf of other members of my family who are PRESENTLY serving:
Grissett (son-in-law)- Iraq (also tour in Afghanistan)
Pugh (step-grandest) - Iraq
Roberts (niece)- Persian Gulf
Lewis (nephew and brother of Roberts)- Persian Gulf
Hawkins (nephew)- Back in USA

Peacetime:
L. Reid (daughter) USAF

Vietnam:
J. Downey, KIA
G. Downey, KIA, (brother of J. Downey)
B. Downey (brother of J. and G. Downey)
J. Downey (brother of J., G., and B. Downey)
R. Sims (first cousin)


WWII
Father-in-law, Army
S. Morris, Aunt and Army Nurse

I will remember the sacrifices of ALL, not just my family, on Veterans Day and every day.
Praying for the safe return of those now serving, and for their families who patiently wait.