by Barbara Latta
But what if
it took so much effort to bend over and tie your shoes that you couldn’t even
do it? Or comb your hair, pick up a book, or feed yourself? Then those tasks
become major obstacles to ordinary life.
Every day
hundreds of our veterans wake up to world different from the one they knew
before they went to war. No matter which war they fought in a heavy price was
paid to preserve or win freedom, not only for those in other countries, but
also to keep the freedom we have at home from being taken away. Because
atrocities do not stop at borders.
The extreme
injuries and sufferings of some our veterans is compounded by the recent
Veteran’s Administration scandal. To have all these medical needs, and then
have the door slammed shut by the very government that sent you in harm’s way
on any aid you require, is an even worse tragedy.
We still have
the best country in the world. It’s up to us, the ordinary citizens, to make
sure our veterans receive the respect and honor they deserve. Without the
heroic efforts of those willing to fight and die, from the Revolutionary War to
present, we would not have a free America. We can’t undo their injuries and
heartbreak, but we can appreciate them.
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These are the
citizens in our country that deserve the highest respect, the best medical
care, and the continued thanks of us all.Thank you to
all who have worn a uniform and served honorably in our United States military.
Feel free to
share your appreciation for our veterans in the comments section.
Appreciate your thoughtful comments, Barbara. Your compassion for our heroes is thoughtful and timely. God bless our men and women!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Patricia, for also appreciating our heroes.
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