Great Idea Kathy. I was only in for 3 years (66 to 69). Never though the service was for me, but i did my duty. I was always proud of everyone that served, if we were at war or not. Even if the media does not say it most Americans are very thankful to our vet's and proud to have them.

Good morning kathy with a K . Gee so nice of you to take up the banner to honor the men and women of the the Services.By reading some of the reply's on here,it isn't necessary for any of them to tell thier whole story ,but how can we shake thier hands if we don't know them on Adland.There are issues in many things.The thing is the service men and women have offered the biggest sacrifice! Them selves.Some we know have made a career in the services and others have not.That doesn't matter we want and need to pay tribute to them all.A "BIG" thanx guys and gals.Also if they know each other then they can chat amongst them selves if they so wish.If they have issues at least they will know others and can talk?? Thats has to be a good thing from where I stand at least??? maybe not?? Just know our intentions are in the rght place.Have agreat day every one .Remember to keep your dreams out in front of you. Ron :)

Hi Kathy, I think this is a fine idea. If anybody has problems with it or deems it necessary to insult the veterans, I will help you to deal with them. Between the two of us we have raised ten children, I think we can handle any trouble makers. Your Good Friend Deborah

Being in Fayetteville, North Carolina I have the opportunity to mingle with the Heroes of the 18th Airborne Corps, 82d Airborne Division, 43d Airlift Wing, the numerous tenant organizations and the 1000's of veterans who chose to settle here after their service. Today at a car show I spoke with Matt who had just returned Thursday from a nine month deployment to Iraq. I also spoke with Craig, who took first place in his class today..he had returned just last week from Afghanistan. They are "everyday" folks and most, like them, would never want to be publicly honored (no disrespect to your forum is intended Kathy). Being with their children, spouses and extended family, even on a very limited basis, and perserving our rights and freedom is what drives them. To honor them is to stand, take your hat off and place your hand over your heart when the anthem is played. To honor them is to stand and acknowledge those who have gone before us and preserved our freedom. To honor them is to respect the rights of others and expect your rights to be respected. To honor them is to vote, express yourself, bear arms, own property, and work to make our country better. To honor them is to pursue happiness and enjoy life. I honestly doubt you will get very many to come forward Kathy, however I'm certain they appreciate your very kind words and the gesture of opening a forum where folks can show their appreciation for our veterans and service men and women. Tim

Hello Timothy, Thank you for your story it is an honour,Kathy