I want to extend a special thank you to my husband, who served in the Vietnam War and to my father who is a Korean war veteran. As young teens who knew nothing about Washington and politics, they both enlisted to serve their country in whatever capacity they were asked to serve.
These are my husband's combat boots from Vietnam:
He was lucky. He came home. So many others did not.
Today we remember those who gave their young lives so we could be free.
Saying "thank you" is hardly enough.
Update 4:49PM:
I want to add these two pics of my Mom & Dad, who attended memorial ceremonies today and put a wreath on the Korean war memorial. Do you see all those white crosses? My Dad and two or three others painted all of them about two weeks ago.
One can't even imagine what those boots went through except for your husband. I thank him and your father for their service, as well as all the others who sacrificed so much. We don't have Memorial Day here in Canada, instead we have Remembrance Day on November 11th every year. It has the same meaning, though:-) Happy Memorial Day to you and yours, dear Zoey. xoxo
ReplyDeleteZoey, writing this post is a great way to say thank you.
ReplyDeleteHappy Memorial day to you!
My late father was on a ship during the Korea war. My brothers and husband were too young to serve. I do appreciate all those who went to war including Brian's dad who was in WWII! He's almost 88.
ReplyDeleteIt was neat to see Mr. Z's combat boots-well worn! Thanks to him and your dad!